Republic of the Philippines

Masville Elementary School

Schools Division of Paranaque City

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND

Masville Elementary School traces its roots in June 1990, when it began as an annex of Fourth Estate Elementary School. Faced with overcrowding and lack of classrooms, then principal Mrs. Felicidad Santiago transferred three Grade 1 classes to Masville. Section 1 was housed in the former chapel at Mangga Site under Mrs. Exuperia Castro, later replaced by Ms. Haide Iraola; Section 2 occupied a vacant lot in Mangga Site under Ms. Eustacia Desepeda; and Section 3, handled by Ms. Lourdes Lopez, was located at the Silangan Site chapel. Each class accommodated 55 pupils, all residents of Masville. Soon after, a fourth section was added in a rented room at Mangga Site.

Through the initiative of Masville Homeowners Association, led by Mr. Jacinto Castro (retired teacher), Mr. Ricardo Arcita (Homeowners’ Association President), and Mr. Norberto Sarmiento, a request was made to Mayor Walfrido Ferrer for the construction of a permanent school building. While waiting for the project, the PTA funded a four-room makeshift building at Aratiles Site to house the Grade 1 classes. By School Year 1991–1992, Grade 2 classes were opened, with Grade 1 pupils attending in the morning and Grade 2 in the afternoon.

In 1991, construction of a three-storey, nine-classroom building began under the Local School Board and was completed during the term of Mayor Pablo Olivarez. By June 1993, the pupils were transferred to the new facility, and the institution was recognized as a complete elementary school. Mrs. Felicitas Dela Cruz briefly served as Officer-in-Charge (OIC) in September 1993, followed by Mrs. Rhodora R. Villar in October 1994.

Masville Elementary School gained full independence in June 1994. In 1995, six more classrooms were added, completing the 14-room, three-storey building. Under Mrs. Villar’s leadership, enrollment rose from 1,274 in SY 1994–1995 to 2,230 pupils, with the teaching force expanding from 26 to 51. Though briefly replaced by Mrs. Estelita del Rosario in 1996, Mrs. Villar returned as OIC and later became the full-fledged principal in 2002. She fostered a strong partnership with Save the Children, spearheaded by Project Manager Maribel San Miguel, which brought numerous seminars and trainings for teachers, parents, and pupils.

In 2004, Mrs. Villar was promoted and reassigned to F. Serrano Elementary School. She was succeeded by Dr. Amparo Sunga, who managed 2,114 pupils and 54 teachers. After Dr. Sunga’s promotion in 2005, Mrs. Rosalia Morit was appointed principal. During her tenure, the Golez Building was constructed and Masville High School was established, despite challenges. She also initiated several facility improvements before her promotion in 2009.

Mrs. Ma. Dolora M. Zaragoza then assumed leadership, prioritizing technology integration through the program “Go, MES Teachers and Multiply! A Computer and Internet Literacy Program for Teachers.” She secured internet connectivity for the campus and solicited computers from the Rotary Club East, which later adopted the school in SY 2010–2011.

On October 5, 2012, Mrs. Ma. Dolora M. Zaragoza was replaced by Mrs. Teresita S. Medina. Through the effort of Mrs. Zaragoza, a 3-storey building with 6 academic classrooms was plan to established in Masville Elementary School but it was constructed during the administration of Mrs. Teresita S. Medina. Last July 2013, the new 3-storey building with 6 academic rooms was blessed and opened. It was occupied by Kindergarten to Grade Four Pupils.

In October 2015, Mr. Rafael Centina became principal. Through his efforts, the school established an Audio-Visual Room and a Computer Laboratory. In addition, he founded the Masville Performing Arts Group, providing a platform for learners to showcase their talents and promoting the school’s commitment to holistic education.

Dr. Analyn A. Tiglao assumed leadership from Mr. Rafael Centina on July 9, 2018. During her tenure, Dr. Analyn A. Tiglao gave a strong emphasis on safety, quality education, and community collaboration. Recognizing the importance of security and disaster preparedness, she prioritized the installation of CCTV cameras in strategic areas of the school, strengthening both safety measures and the school’s Disaster Risk Reduction and Management program.

In partnership with McDonald’s, she spearheaded the construction of a handwashing facility, which not only promoted proper hygiene among pupils but also paved the way for Masville Elementary School to be recognized for achieving 3-Star Status of the WASH in Schools (WinS) Program in the National Capital Region.

Dr. Tiglao also made significant strides in ensuring access to education for all learners. Through the effective implementation of the School Dropout Reduction Program (DORP), the school achieved a zero dropout and zero retention rate for School Year 2021–2022, an achievement formally recognized on September 21, 2022.

Her commitment to literacy development was evident when Masville Elementary School Garnered First Place in the Implementation of Brigada Pagbasa, in partnership with Brigada Eskwela, awarded on July 6, 2022.

In June 2024, Dr. Analyn A. Tiglao was succeeded by the current principal, Mrs. Marites A. Coballes. Today, under her leadership, Masville Elementary School continues to thrive as a center of learning and growth. Within just a year of her administration, Mrs. Coballes spearheaded the renovation and improvement of the Audio-Visual Room through a valuable partnership with First Balfour Inc., further enhancing the school’s facilities to better serve its learners and teachers.

Today, Masville Elementary School serves 2,073 children from a 1,578-square-meter community situated near the Sucat Interchange and the South Super Highway, one of the most densely populated and economically challenged areas in Barangay BF Homes.

The school is standing tall with its 4 buildings: two (2) 3-storey building, one (1) with 14 classrooms and the other one (1) has 6 classrooms, a 4-storey building with 6 classrooms, a 2-storey building with 2 classrooms, and Golez building of High School occupying 2 classrooms for elementary.

Despite the challenges posed by its limited space and surrounding conditions, Masville Elementary School continues to expand, providing quality education and vital support to the community it serves.             (ZT version 3)