One Meralco Foundation (OMF), the social responsibility arm of Manila Electric Company (Meralco), joined the Department of Education’s (DepEd) annual Brigada Eskwela program from June 1 to 5, 2026, helping public schools prepare for the opening of classes.

As part of the initiative, OMF and Meralco employee volunteers from the Pasig Sector and Business Center turned over LED lights, cleaning supplies, and painting materials to Bagong Ilog Elementary School in Pasig City.

The volunteers also conducted electrical safety inspections and helped repaint school chairs as part of efforts to promote a safer and more conducive learning environment for students and teachers.

OMF said the activities were aligned with Brigada Eskwela’s goal of preparing schools ahead of the new academic year and ensuring that classrooms are safe, secure, and ready for learning.

Beyond Pasig, similar initiatives were carried out in public schools across Marikina City, Las Piñas City, Sampaloc and Tondo in Manila, Dasmariñas City, Tagaytay City, Indang and Mendez in Cavite, Biñan City in Laguna, and Talisay in Batangas.

The foundation said the efforts reflect its commitment to supporting communities and helping ensure that students and educators return to learning-ready classrooms when classes resume.

One Meralco Foundation serves as Meralco’s corporate foundation and social development arm. Its programs focus on community electrification, energy education, environmental sustainability, grassroots partnerships, youth development, and disaster response.

As schools continue preparing for the new academic year, how can partnerships between the private sector, local communities, and educators help create safer and more conducive learning environments for students?

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