Camp Crame High School in Quezon City faced serious concerns about students’ health because of outdated sanitation facilities. About 700 students, aged 13–16, shared restrooms in three locations: the main building, annex, and outdoor facility. The restrooms were old and deteriorated, with many broken fixtures that made them difficult to use.
Impact of Outdated Sanitation Facilities on Students
Health
Greater risk of waterborne diseases and increasedphysical and mental stress
Education
Lower concentration and higher absenteeism, resulting in reduced academic performance
Environment
Improperly treated sewage and waste polluting the surrounding environment
Outdated or broken sanitation facilities harm students’ health, interfere with their studies, and reduce their quality of life.
To ensure students have a clean and safe environment, WeLoveU, in cooperation with the Department of Education, National Capital Region (DepEd NCR), renovated the sanitation facilities at Camp Crame High School from June 11 to August 19.
Sanitation Facilities Renovation
Groundbreaking Ceremony✨
June 11
Renovation Period✨
June 11 – August 19
Three Restroom Areas (Main Building, Annex, and Outdoor Facility)
Completion✨
Main Building – Renovation of 5 Stalls
Annex – Renovation of 2 Stalls
Outdoor Facility – Renovation of 6 Stalls and Roofing
Completion Ceremony✨
August 20
On August 20, the Sanitation Facilities Renovation Completion Ceremony was held at Camp Crame High School. WeLoveU members, teachers, and students gathered to celebrate and welcome the cleaner, more hygienic facilities.
Michael Lee, Director of WeLoveU Quezon City Branch, said, “When I first saw the poor condition of the school’s sanitation facilities, it broke my heart. Today we celebrate that students can now protect their health.” He also expressed his support for the students’ bright future.
Dr. Marife O. Talabucon, Principal II of Camp Crame High School, remarked, “The restroom renovation will have a positive impact not only on our school but also on the community. Our students are now safe from the threat of disease.”
Dr. Edna R. Galiza, Public Schools District Supervisor of the Schools Division Office Quezon City, shared, “We are grateful to WeLoveU for becoming our partner and providing excellent facilities for sanitation and health. I look forward to working together on other projects for the benefit of the students.”
On the same day, a WeLoveU School Hygiene Education session was also held. Students practiced proper handwashing by following the guidance of WeLoveU members. Their faces were full of smiles as they joyfully sang songs while learning.
Teachers and staff expressed, “We will keep the sanitation facilities clean and continue to pay close attention to hand hygiene education.”
WeLoveU will keep working to improve school sanitation facilities and promote hygiene education, helping students grow up with health and happiness.
