Oct 5, 2011

73IB hosted World Teacher's Day


Kamanga, Maasim Sarangani Province - 73IB  hosted East Maasim District World Teacher's Day celebration at Fort Sarangani last October 5, 2011.
Ninety-eight teachers of the Department of Education, East Maasim District arrived at Fort Sarangani and warmly entertained by the 73IB soldiers. During this day the soldiers became  teachers, and the teachers became students.“As we celebrate the world teachers day, the 73IB men in uniform will act as your teachers just for today for you to enjoy what we prepared. You will learn that your soldiers are not only for war but your soldiers are also partners in nation building just like you. We are your soldiers, your defender and your friend.” Major Romasanta Executive Officer of 73IB said,during the opening program. 

Various activities were lined-up  for the teachers to enjoy and unwind from their stressful and demanding job. This includes the Information Briefing on what our unit is doing as partners in nation building; team building activities; singing and dancing contest together with the soldiers; and parlor games. They also experienced the Military "Boodle Fight", firing, the M16 rifle, Tank ride and tour around the camp.



Opening Program

Information Briefing

Disco Time

Soldiers and Teachers Bonding Time

The Centipede Race

Teachers aka Soldiers went to Town

Videoke Challenge

Boodle Fight



Tank Ride


M16 rifle firing