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We send our children to the best schools we can afford to give them the brightest possible future. But when a child struggles academically or socially, many schools automatically, as a matter of policy, attribute the poor performance to defects in that student’s intellect, study skills, upbringing or family life.

To be sure, there are times when those issues are justified, but it is interesting that the school will inevitably leave itself out of the equation.

Can a school contribute to a child’s failure?

Certainly the answer is yes.

For more details about this talk, you can visit School Watch Philippines, a new organization of concerned parents who tackle education issues that have always resurfaced but were never resolved.

Seminar to be held May 24, 2008 at 09:00 AM
Venue: Club Filipino
Cost: Free
Speaker: Jerome Castro
Reservation: 631-2262 to 67 or
RSVP:
GeiserMaclang
Alma Beunviaje/Joyce Pogoy
0917.534.4624/0917.523.4624

When you hear the word “couture,” you think of designers; for “bouquet,” you think of flowers; and for “couture bouquet,” think Michi Calica.

Michi Calica, whose name in the fashion world is synonymous to chic bridal gowns and formal wear, created couture bouquets which are flower arrangements especially designed for Mother’s Day celebration.

It’s logical how brides-to-be would seek out advise from a renowned expert, not only for their gowns but every facet of their wedding. And today, in addition to the designer’s couture creations, Calica is also venturing into designing bouquets.
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These past years, Delifrance Philippines of the Jollibee Foods Corp., has been quietly operating in the Metro. It has maintained a loyal clientele that has treated the niche establishment as their own best-kept secret. But now, Delifrance is transforming and taking on a new face—poised to enter a new phase in Philippine dining.

A Place to See and be Seen
A decade ago, Tony Tancaktiong, President of the Jollibee Foods Corporation, went to Singapore and there witnessed the success of a Euro-continental styled cafe known as Delifrance. He somehow saw its connection with the vision of Jollibee Foods Corp. – which was to provide good food and happiness – and proposed bringing this unique dining experience to the Philippines.
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Somehow, your gifts always seem to give the wrong message. So before you hand over another flop this Christmas, considering giving a present that imparts the warmest of sentiments.

How? It’s as simple as sending your digital photos to Digiprint Online or dropping your film rolls at any LBC or Digiprint Online branch.

Relive memories with Digiprint Online—an on line printing-and-delivery service that allows you to share celebrated memories with the ease of a click; all you have to do is send the photos you want developed and Digiprint Online will make sure that it gets delivered right to your recipients doorstep. The company not only delivers for free but will deliver anywhere in the Philippines as well.

Offering innovative ways for you to fuse sentimental value with functionality, Digiprint Online also emblazons your much-loved photographs on mugs, t-shirts, cards and even mousepads.

Digiprint Online is operated by eLBC Direct Inc., a leading web-based solutions provider for internet retail and business. For more information regarding branch locations please visit www.digiprint.com.ph.