Marcela Marcelo Elementary School (MMES) reinforced its commitment to disaster readiness by actively participating in the second quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED). With support from the Supreme Elementary Learner Government (SELG), the school carried out the preparedness activity to ensure that students and staff are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed during emergencies.
At the sound of the school buzzer, students swiftly performed the “duck, cover, and hold” technique—an essential earthquake safety response taught during disaster education sessions. The quick and orderly reaction across all grade levels reflected the effectiveness of MMES’s regular safety drills and training efforts.
Following the simulated quake, students evacuated their classrooms in a calm and organized manner, gathering at the designated assembly area beside the school court. Teachers conducted immediate headcounts to account for all students, while SELG officers, led by President Zoe Zyra B. Coronel, assisted by checking classrooms to ensure no one was left behind.
With its proactive approach and strong support from student leaders, MMES continues to serve as a model of school-based disaster preparedness—instilling not only safety awareness but also responsibility and leadership among its learners.
