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SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM Final Report May 2014

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SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN OF TOBACCO FARMERS April – May 2014

FINAL REPORT Report Prepared by: ULPI Corporate Affairs Team

Contact details: Michee Dela Cruz – San Pascual Business Affairs and Compliance Senior Manager Unit 2405 Discovery Center, Ortigas Center, Pasig City Philippines Tel: +63 (02) 910 – 5050 Email: [email protected]


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Contents Introduction/Background 3 Timeline 5 Implementation Details 5 Evaluation 12 Audit Results 15 Key Results 16 Other Program Details 17 Expenses 18 Photo Documentation 19 Appendices 22

Appendix 1 Ceremonial Program

Appendix 2 Purchase Order/Requisition

Appendix 3 Deed of Donation

Appendix 4 Evaluation Questionnaire for Students & Teachers


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I. NAME OF PROJECT: SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM 2014 II. BACKGROUND

Rationale: This project was proposed as a result of the STP A3 Initiatives. It aimed to improve the condition of children in selected communities where it was observed that children participate in tobacco post-harvest activities.

Objectives: To provide various summer activities for children of tobacco farmers

and workers

To discourage children to participate in post-harvest activities in tobacco production To create awareness of the Anti-Child Labor campaign especially for parents, teachers, and community leaders of selected tobacco-growing areas

Proponents: Universal Leaf Philippines Inc. and Philip Morris International Beneficiaries: Children of tobacco farmers from public schools Project Site: Cagayan and Isabela Province, Philippines

Project Areas:

Imbiao Elementary School in Roxas, Isabela Rang-Ayan Elementary School in Mallig, Isabela Banquero Integrated School in Reina Mercedes, Isabela San Francisco Elementary School in Tumauini, Isabela Cattaran Elementary School in Solana, Cagayan Pacac Grande-Tana Elementary School in Amulung, Cagayan

Project Duration: September 2013 – May 2014

Proposed Cost: PHP 1,446,427.50 USD 32,873.35

Cagayan/Isabela (Region 2)


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III. PROJECT PLAN

The program is a 25-day summer school on sports, music or reading. The project was designed to help eliminate child labor in 6 selected areas in Isabela and Cagayan provinces with 100 children each area as beneficiaries.

Project proponent identified six (6) communities as program beneficiaries

based on internal audit results in 2013. These are 6 communities where child labor was seen during various audit periods in the tobacco production season. Consultation meeting was set up with selected schools together with community leaders. Project objectives were clearly discussed and community was consulted about the types of summer activities that children will enjoy.

After finalizing the type of activity that best suits the school and community,

proponents met with trainers. They are the people in charge to implement the summer program. They were chosen based on their field of expertise as matched with the type of activity per community. Each school had 1 head project trainer and 2 assistant trainers. To further monitor the conduct of the project, 1 coordinator was hired per school. While the trainers were assigned to teach their expertise (music, reading or sports), project coordinators were expected to check attendance, prepare reports and monitor daily activities of students and teachers.

The initial survey and planning for the program started last September 2013

which was followed by the presentation of the proposal and budget approval. The various materials and equipment for sports, music, and reading were purchased and prepared on the first quarter of this year, after which, materials were turned over to recipient schools.


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Project Timeline:

Activity

2013 2014

Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June

Initial Survey and Planning

Project Proposal and Budget

Approval

Preparation and Purchasing of

Materials/Equipment

Conduct of Training and Orientation for project trainers and

coordinators

Project Implementation

Project Documentation

Final Report

IV. PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION

The program was implemented for 25 week days from April 2014 (after school graduation and clearance) to mid-May 2014 (a week before Brigada Eskwela, a national program where schools prepare for the coming year).

Summer program (25 days):

Week 1 – April 7-11 (5 days) Week 2 – April 14-15 (2 days) – Holy Week/Philippine Holiday Week 3 – April 21-25 (5 days) Week 4 – April 28 – 30, May 2 (4 days) – May 1 Labor day (Philippine Holiday) Week 5 – May 5 – 9 (5 days)

Week 6 – May 12 – 15 (4 days)

There were 100 target beneficiaries for each identified community, a total of 600 beneficiaries. Criteria for choosing the first 100 beneficiaries were the following: (1) Age: 7 years old to 13 years old (we found this age group to be the


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most vulnerable; children above 13 years old is not covered by the elementary school); (2) son/daughter of tobacco farmer or worker; and (3) low-income family (based on national data of the Department of Social Welfare and Development, Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program or 4Ps).

Summer training program for music, sports and reading was held every day,

Monday to Friday, 7 am to 3 pm.

Activities Drum & Lyre Training and

Workshop

Sports Training Activities

Remedial Reading

Rang-Ayan Elem. School Imbiao Elem. School

Banquero Integrated School

Softball, Volleyball, Sepak or Sipa and Table

Tennis

San Francisco Elem. School Volleyball and Sepak or

Sipa, Badminton,Chess

Pacac Grande-Tana Elem. School

Cattaran Elem. School Volleyball, Sepak or Sipa and Table Tennis

Implementation of the project is monitored by coordinators who keep track of all attendance records of children. This is done every single day in each of the six (6) schools.

95.80% 92.32%

78.48%

94.64% 90.76%

76.76%

0.00%10.00%20.00%30.00%40.00%50.00%60.00%70.00%80.00%90.00%

100.00%

IMBIAO ELEM.SCHOOL

RANG-AYANELEM. SCHOOL

BANQUEROINTEGRATED

SCHOOL

SAN FRANCISCOELEM. SCHOOL

CATTARANELEM. SCHOOL

P. GRANDE-TANA ELEM.

SCHOOL

Daily Attendance Average Per School

AVERAGE


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The overall average attendance for the six schools is reflected on the above graph showing Imbiao Elementary School as the top school with almost perfect attendance. Banquero and Pacac-Grande Tana Elementary school meanwhile has lower attendance turnout as compared to the rest.

Morning and afternoon snacks were also served for each participant for 25

days. Children were served with biscuits, chicken macaroni soup, or rice porridge. Food is an important factor in the implementation of the project because the children were very excited for the meals prepared for them. Majority of the absences of the children during the program were because of family gatherings, special occasions, illness or hot weather.

DAILY ATTENDANCE SUMMARY

IMBIAO ELEM.

SCHOOL

RANG-AYAN ELEM.

SCHOOL

BANQUERO INTEGRATED

SCHOOL

SAN FRANCISCO ELEM. SCHOOL

CATTARAN ELEM. SCHOOL

P. GRANDE-TANA ELEM. SCHOOL

WEEK 1 500 424 361 380 452 403

7-Apr-14 100 70 72 96 90 93

8-Apr-14 100 74 69 96 88 73

9-Apr-14 100 83 59 92 89 67

10-Apr-14 100 99 77 0 92 87

11-Apr-14 100 98 84 96 93 83

WEEK 2 200 292 243 191 373 141

14-Apr-14 100 98 86 96 94 73

15-Apr-14 100 97 79 95 92 68

16-Apr-14 0 97 78 0 94 0

17-Apr-14 0 0 0 0 93 0

WEEK 3 466 180 476 462 452 390

21-Apr-14 94 96 64 93 83 65

22-Apr-14 93 0 69 94 94 74

23-Apr-14 93 0 81 86 86 83

24-Apr-14 93 0 106 94 94 84

25-Apr-14 93 84 72 95 95 84

26-Apr-14 0 0 84 0 0 0

WEEK 4 446 561 368 376 363 344

28-Apr-14 89 100 67 97 92 67

29-Apr-14 90 95 72 85 91 64

30-Apr-14 89 95 73 97 93 69

1-May-14 89 91 70 97 87 72

2-May-14 89 93 86 0 0 72

3-May-14 0 87 0 0 0 0

WEEK 5 486 474 430 480 360 397

5-May-14 96 93 85 98 88 80


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6-May-14 99 91 79 97 89 82

7-May-14 96 97 88 95 90 79

8-May-14 96 95 88 94 0 79

9-May-14 99 98 90 96 93 77

WEEK 6 297 377 84 477 269 244

12-May-14 99 98 84 96 91 81

13-May-14 99 93 0 96 78 81

14-May-14 99 93 0 96 100 82

15-May-14 0 93 0 93 0 0

16-May-14 0 0 0 96 0 0

** O - no class for that day, schools can reschedule within the allowed period for as long as they complete the 25-day program

Culminating Activities:

Beneficiaries of the summer school program prepared their culminating

event last May 2014. Beneficiaries performed with their drum and lyre or they had sports competition. Everyone received a certificate of participation and outstanding students also received medals.


Photos below show athletes in their culminating day last May 12, 2014 at Barangay Banquero Reina Mercedes Isabela. A total of 87 students completed the summer school program which includes softball, volleyball, sepak takraw and table tennis.


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Imbiao Elementary School

The Drum and Lyre Corp in their final demonstration last May 13, 2014 at Barangay Imbiao, Roxas, Isabela. A total of 99 students completed the summer school program

Rang-ayan Elementary School

The Drum and Lyre Corp displaying their best performance last May 13, 2014 at Barangay Rang-Ayan Mallig Isabela. A total of 96 students completed the summer school program.


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Cattaran Elem. School

The group was in complete attendance during their last day of training for volleyball, sepak takraw and table tennis last May 14, 2014 at Barangay Cattaran, Solana, Cagayan.


The Drum and Lyre Corp during their final presentation last May 14, 2014 at Barangay Pacac Grande, Amulung, Cagayan. A total of 84 students completed the summer school program.


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San Francisco Elem. School

The athletes enjoying their last day of training of volleyball, badminton, and sepak takraw last May 15, 2014 at Barangay Moldero, Tumauini, Isabela. A total of 96 students completed the summer school program.


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IV. EVALUATION AND AUDIT REPORT Evaluation Report – Trainers’ Training conducted before project implementation

An evaluation was conducted last March 2014 to gather data after a trainers’ training was conducted. This was participated by the project trainers and assistant trainers for each school.

TRAINERS TRAINING EVALUATION

Please indicate your level of agreement with the statements below

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly

Disagree

The objectives of the training are clearly defined

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The topics covered are relevant, organized and easy to follow

17 1

Agriculture Labor Practices are clear and well explained

17 1

Participation and interaction are encouraged

14 4

The training experience will be useful in the conduct of the project

18

The trainers are knowledgeable about the training topics

18

Materials are appropriate, venue and facilities are adequate and comfortable

15 3

Comments and Feedback:

Good training for helping Filipino youth, hoping the project will continue The training event is exciting for the children; participation must be encouraged for

the program to be effective Hope for the success of the training, that this will not be the last. It should be a

continuous program while tobacco is existing The trainers are very responsible in delivering their topics, venue is conducive for

learning Congratulations and thank you for initiating the summer school program for the

children we’re looking forward to be effective partners with you. Congratulations, keep up the good work We are very satisfied with the lecture The topics presented were very relevant

The concern of each core group were discussed individually


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90.74%95.74%

80.59%

91.03%100.00%

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1. Theobjectives ofthe summer

schoolprogram were

achieved

2. Theprogram(music) is

relevant forchildren &community

3. Child laborin tobaccoproduction

waspreventedduring the

conduct of theproject

4. Activeparticipation

andinteraction ofchildren wereseen duringthe program

5. The skillsacquired bychildren willbe useful inthe future

6. Materialsare

appropriatefor the project

Level of Agreement on Statements

PERCENTAGE

The training and orientation for the project trainers and coordinators prior the summer school program consists of the following key points for the proper and orderly implementation of the program:

Project Introduction Agriculture Labor Practices Program Project Details and Guidelines Finalization of schedule per school Procedures on Monitoring and Evaluation Memorandum of Agreement and Contract Signing

Post-Activity Evaluation Analysis The summer school program as assessed by 17 teachers out of all six (6) schools received an over-all of 96.46% positive remark and their levels of agreement are as follows:

The level of agreement that the skills acquired by children will be useful in the future is at 100%. This is the highest ranked statement. It is followed by their agreement that the program is relevant for children and the community (95.74%).


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Both at 91.03% level of agreement are statements (1) that the active participation of children were seen during the project and (2) materials are appropriate for the project. Teachers also believed that the program objectives were achieved and that child labor was prevented.

Based on the qualitative feedback, 41.18% of the respondent-teachers

commented that the program was beneficial, well-organized and enjoyable. Also, 35.29% of the respondents added that the program helped with the children’s talents and skills development. To add, 23.53% of them also emphasized that child labor was prevented while the program is being conducted.

Majority of them, at 52.94%, suggested the same program next summer. Others,

requested more instruments, DLC (Drum and Lyre Corp) uniform, and sports equipment, to maintain and improve their newly acquired skills and talents.

Most children, on the other hand, find their experience with the program delightful.

Some find their skills and talents has improved and paved way for them to make more friends.

They liked the school bags and supplies as well as the musical instruments they can

now play. Others liked the sports activities as well as the values of sportsmanship and teamwork.


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Child Labor Audit Results: Based on the report of Universal Leaf’s audit team, here is the chart that shows the 2013 versus 2014 data collected in the same areas:

Data shows that there were 4 incidents recorded in 2014 compared to 14 incidents in 2013. It can also be noted that the 4 incidents were recorded before the implementation of the project. There are no recorded incidents during the activity. There were a total of 958 audits done during this period.

ULPI’s audit team also conducted a survey with 6 tobacco growing communities

where there was no project implemented. In the chosen areas of operation, more incidences of child labor were seen as compared to areas with projects. Out of the 14 incidents, 10 of them are 12 years old and below while 4 incidents are 13 years old below. Also, to note, the area in Delfin Albano produces stalk cut tobacco while the rest of the 5 areas produce hand prime tobacco. These areas will then be the company’s target for future projects.

location(s) audits incidence rate audits incidence rate audits incidence rate audits incidence rate

6 792 14 1.77% 870 4 0.46% 88 - 0.00% 958 4 0.42%

Imbiao, Roxas Isabela 129 3 2.33% 131 2 1.53% 18 - 0.00% 149 2 1.34%

Rang-Ayan, Mallig Isabela 170 3 1.76% 178 - 0.00% 18 - 0.00% 196 - 0.00%

Banquero, R. Mercedes, Isabela 250 3 1.20% 216 - 0.00% 15 - 0.00% 231 - 0.00%

Fermeldy, Tumauini, Isabela 139 2 1.44% 163 - 0.00% 12 - 0.00% 175 - 0.00%

Cattaran, Solana, Cagayan 101 2 1.98% 141 2 1.42% 14 - 0.00% 155 2 1.29%

Pacac Grande, Amulung West, Cagayan

3 1 33.33% 41 - 0.00% 11 - 0.00% 52 - 0.00%

2013 before activity during activity

crop 2014 summary

grand total


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After assessment of the project, it was concluded that there were no incidences of child labor in the identified areas of the summer school activities. The program can therefore be concluded as an effective tool to prevent and lessen child labor incidence. Tobacco activities during the summer school program includes harvesting, curing, sticking and baling. V. KEY RESULTS

Interesting summer activities were introduced to 6 tobacco growing communities with about 600 direct beneficiaries.

No child labor incident reported during project implementation – zero out of a total of 88 audits in 6 areas.

A total of 4 incidents recorded for 2014 is lower than 14 incidents recorded in the same areas last year.

Children of tobacco farmers are happy and appreciative of the skills they learned and materials they received.

Increased community awareness on the tobacco industry fight against child labor.

Beneficiaries reported that the skills acquired and materials given will still be useful for the rest of the school year.

COMPARATIVE REPORT

648 14 2.16%ANNABUCULAN, AMULUNG WEST, CAGAYAN 33 4 12.12%BAYABO, DELFIN ALBANO, ISABELA 116 2 1.72%BAGUMBAYAN, TUAO, CAGAYAN 64 4 6.25%SALUCONG, REINA MERCEDES, ISABELA 105 4 3.81%VILLA FUGU, AURORA, ISABELA 168 0 0.00%DALIG-KALINGA, AURORA, ISABELA 162 0 0.00%*10 INCIDENTS (12 YRS OLD AND BELOW)/4 INCIDENTS (13 YRS OLD AND ABOVE)

2014 AREAS WITHOUT SUMMER PROJECT

LOCATIONTOTAL

AUDITS TOTAL INCIDENCES INC. RATE


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VI. OTHER DETAILS: PROJECT PROPONENTS & RESPONSIBILITIES Philip Morris International

Funding Monitoring

ULPI Corporate Affairs

Consultation, Planning and Preparation 16 work days Purchasing Materials and Actual Implementation 62 work days Documentation and Final Report Preparation 22 work days

ULPI External Operations (Compliance, Growing & Agronomy)

EO Compliance – Provide audit results as basis in selecting communities and will conduct survey and monitoring during and after the program. Conducted 958 audits in selected project areas before and during the activity and 648 audits for additional 6 areas without project.

EO Growing - Provide assistance to Corporate Affairs Team in the project implementation

EO Agronomy – Provide assistance for the ALP training of the core group

Government agencies

Selected School Teachers (Department of Education) - Provide technical assistance, supplementary documents and other needed data in the implementation of the project and in the conduct of any Child Labor related studies or campaign.

Barangay Officials – Provide administrative assistance and supervision during

project implementation

DETAILS - SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS

School Principal/Head Teacher Contact Number

Rang-Ayan Elem. School Ms. Felvie Paulo 09499449016 Imbiao Elem. School Ms. Melanie Agustin 09366507240 Banquero Integrated School Mr. Regidor Topinio 09175881724 San Francisco Elem. School Mr. Magellan Zipagan 09496345040 Pacac Grande-Tana Elem. School Ms. Evangeline Echavarri 09279714304 Cattaran Elem. School Ms. Juliet Acapuyan 09175926400


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DETAILS – BARANGAY CAPTAINS

Barangay Barangay Captain Contact Number

Rang-Ayan, Mallig, Isabela Mr. Narciso Mejia 09168741506 Imbiao, Roxas, Isabela Mr. Gomer Tandayu 09175466081 Banquero R. Mercedes, Isabela Mr. Primitivo Gumbi 09168669147 Fermeldy, Tumauini, Isabela Mr. Rogelio Dammog Jr. 09482069906 Pacac Grande-Tana, Amulung, Cagayan Mr. Meliton Matalang Jr. 09066440368 Cattaran, Solana, Cagayan Mr. Freddie Layugan 09358634230

DETAILS - PROJECT TRAINERS

Barangay Project Trainers Assistant Project Trainers Consultant/Adviser Contact

Number Rang-Ayan Elem.

School Mr. Reynaldo Pilar

Ms. Marife Zipagan Ms. Cely Madriaga

Ms. Felvie Paulo 09068614692

Imbiao Elem. School

Mr. Gerald Ilarde Ms. Marilyn Lanuza Ms. Melanie

Agustin 09366507240


Mr. Jun Tejada

Mr. George Sanidad

Ms. Fredbell Cubillas

Mr. Regidor Topinio

09175881724

San Francisco Elem. School

Mr. Dennis Guzman

Ms. Jenelyn Limbo Ms. Judith Lopez

Mr. Magellan Zipagan

09496345040


Mr. Julieto Attaban

Ms. Diana Rose Guillermo

Ms. Evangeline Ballesta

Ms. Evangeline Echavarri

09279714304

Cattaran Elem. School

Mr. Crisanto Catulin

Ms. Milagros Odian Ms. Renee Bacud

Ms. Juliet Acapuyan

09175926400


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VII. TOTAL EXPENSES: Proposed Cost: PHP 1,446,427.50

USD 32,873.35

Final Actual Cost: PHP 1,181,501.00 USD 27,005.74

Description Amount

Morning and Afternoon Snacks 403,489.02

Sports Materials & School Supplies 429,995.00

General Transportation Expense 68,200.04

Fees for Trainers and Assistant Trainers 176,800.00

Salary and Benefits for Coordinators 63,722.20

Coordinators (Meals/Allowance/Insurance) 39,294.74

TOTAL (in PHP) 1,181,501.00

TOTAL (in USD) 27,005.74 Notes:

• Work days spent by regular Universal employees are not included in the actual cost, salary and fees indicated are only for external manpower contracted during project implementation.


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PHOTO DOCUMENTATION Consultation meeting with the community and school staff

Trainers’ Training


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Program Proper:


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APPENDICES

1. Ceremonial Program


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2. Purchase Order/Requisition


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3. Deed of Donation


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4. Evaluation Questionnaire for Students & Teachers


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SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN OF … · SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN OF TOBACCO FARMERS April ... (a week before Brigada Eskwela, ... DAILY ATTENDANCE SUMMARY IMBIAO ELEM