In a bid to deepen their understanding of agriculture, Grade 6 students at Montessori De Sagrada Familia, Inc. ventured beyond the classroom walls and into the fields at Duran Agricultural Farm in San Ildefonso, Bulacan on September 13.
Aimed to reinforce their Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) curriculum, the trip offered hands-on lessons in farming, aligning with the school’s commitment to experiential learning.
Led by Adona Verdillo, the subject area supervisor and a native of the town, the day’s activities brought students face-to-face with the realities of farm life. Verdillo also highlighted the impact of such experiences in shaping both practical skills and a deeper connection to Filipino culture.
Accompanied by their advisers, the graduating students enjoyed a day of hands-on learning and adventure.
Verdillo emphasized the importance of such experiences in shaping students’ understanding of agriculture and their Filipino identity.
“True learning happens when we get our hands dirty and when we witness the labor that goes into farming,” she explained.
Grouped into rotating batches, the students participated in various activities that mirrored the daily lives of farmers—harvesting crops, planting rice, riding carabaos, catching fish, and even crafting recycled pots for fertilizers.
They also visited a museum that chronicled the history of farming in Duran, cultivating interest and fostering a broader awareness of the challenges faced by farmers today.
By the end of the day, pupils had carried home key lessons and gained a greater appreciation for the hard work behind agriculture, especially the cultivation of the nation’s staple food—rice.
Coverage by: Janella Allison Miranda, Hannah Beatrice Robes
Photos taken by: Rosscoe Jeramiha Tigo