IUCS Friends Of The Library

"𝔀𝓱𝔂 𝓭𝓸𝓷'𝓽 𝔂𝓸𝓾 𝓽𝓮𝓵𝓵 𝓶𝓮 𝔀𝓱𝓮𝓻𝓮 𝓲𝓽 𝓱𝓾𝓻𝓽𝓼, 𝓫𝓪𝓫𝔂~" Uy!! naririnig niyo ba 'yon? 🤔 sa Da W.H.O (Whole Hearted One) it won't hurt! 😝 dahil kami na ang gagawa ng paraan para sa'yo! Nahihiya ka ba? 😶‍🌫 okay lang 'yan! Natatakot ka? 😰 okay lang din! Basta sa amin, safe at relax ka kasi hindi ka na mahihirapan mag bigay sa iyong special someone.

This Feb-ibig, the Friends of the Library presents Da W.H.O! You can buy gifts and stationaries at the school library and we will be the one to give it to the person you have in mind. A confession? A thank you letter? Kahit appreciation letter pa 'yan, oks na oks! 💖

Da W.H.O will officially start on February 6 and will last for the whole month of February! ✉️🧸

Happy 18th Birthday, Abby! 🎀🩷🎂
Today we celebrate not only a milestone but also the dedication and heart you share as the FOTL Treasurer. Your commitment, responsibility, and quiet leadership truly make a difference in everything you do. ✨🥳🌷

As you step into adulthood, may God guide your decisions, strengthen your purpose, and bless every plan you hold dear.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” — Jeremiah 29:11

Cheers to new beginnings, bigger dreams, and a future filled with grace and success. Happiest 18th birthday, Abby! 🩷🎀🧸🫧

Happy Belated Birthday, Rhian! 🌸 🥳 May your day be filled with peace, love, and quiet moments of joy that turn into beautiful memories. You are a blessing to everyone around you, and today we celebrate the gift that you are. ✨🩷🎉

May God guide you in every step and surround you with His grace as you begin another year.

“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” — Proverbs 16:3

Wishing you a year full of growth, hope, and countless reasons to smile. Belated happiest birthday, Rhian! 🎂💜

Happy Birthday, Angel! ✨🎉 May your day shine as bright as your heart. You bring warmth, kindness, and light wherever you go—truly living up to your name. 💜😇

Praying that this new year of your life overflows with God’s favor, guidance, and joy.

“For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.”
— Psalm 91:11

Wishing you a year full of blessings, laughter, and beautiful moments. Happiest birthday, Angel! 💐🎂🩷🎀🧸🫧

Happy birthday to Friends of the Library’s strong, sparkling and sweet and finally sixteen year old president!

Happy birthday to our one and only, ate Vaughn, your infectious enthusiasm and endless good vibes are a pillar in this year’s edition of FOTL. You lead us with heart, kindness, and a determination that motivates everyone around you. We wish you success, fulfilment, happiness in all that you do and eternal peace. We hope you have the best 16 year old experience any main character could ever ask for.

We pray that you stay hardworking, kind and light-hearted and please remember that you can get whatever you want so long as you put your heart into it. Stay positive because we know that there will always be good things waiting for you by the end of the day, you are so so so loved by everyone around you, our dearest Vaughn. So, keep your head and crown up and enjoy your day, sixteen looks good on you.
with lots of love, your FOTL Family💕

Happy birthday, Joy! 🌷
May your special day be filled with laughter, love, and the kind of peace that only God can give. You are a blessing to everyone around you, and today we celebrate the beautiful light you bring into our lives. ✨💜

As you step into another year, may God’s grace guide your path and may His joy overflow in your heart always.

“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you.”
— Numbers 6:24–25

Wishing you a year filled with answered prayers, new hopes, and endless reasons to smile. Happiest birthday, Joy! 🎂🎀🩷

FOTL Book Hunting for Teachers and Staffs 2025
Theme: "Tulay ang Pagbasa sa Bukas na Puno ng Pag-asa” ✨
We’re so happy that we got to see our hardworking teachers and staffs enjoy their Book Hunt! We are so glad to see them delighted with the activity. 💜🩷🫶🏻

📚 In celebration of the 91st National Book Week, the Friends of the Library proudly present a series of exciting literacy-centered activities for our Junior High School learners with the theme:
✨ “Tuloy ang Pagbasa sa Bukas na Puno ng Pag-asa.” ✨

From storytelling to artistic book design, these engaging events aim to develop creativity, strengthen writing skills, and nurture a deeper appreciation for reading among our young teens. 🌟

🎯 EVENT LINEUP

🎨 Mini Book Cover Making Contest
Showcase your creativity by designing a unique and meaningful cover for your favorite book!
🗓 November 19–25, 2025
👥 For Junior High Students

✍️ Short Story Making Contest
Craft an original story that reflects your imagination and connects to this year’s theme. Let your voice be heard through storytelling!
🗓 November 24-27, 2025
👥 For Junior High Students

📄 Short Story Mechanics & Criteria
Stories will be judged based on creativity, theme relevance, plot, character development, and overall clarity. No cash prizes—just pure recognition of talent and passion!
🗓 Results Announced: November 28, 2025

✨ Celebrate National Book Week with us and let your creativity open new chapters of hope and inspiration! 📖🌈

📚 In celebration of the 91st National Book Week, the Friends of the Library proudly present a series of exciting literacy-themed activities for our Elementary learners with the theme: “Tuloy ang Pagbasa sa Bukas na Puno ng Pag-asa.” ✨

From spelling battles to creative crafts, these events aim to spark imagination, strengthen reading skills, and inspire a lifelong love for books among our young readers. 🌟

🎯 EVENT LINEUP

🔡 Word Warriors: Word Builder Contest
Test your spelling power, quick thinking, and word-building skills!
🗓 November 25, 2025
👥 For Grades 1–3

📚 Hanging Books Making Contest
Create a hanging replica of your favorite book using recyclable and craft materials!
🗓 Design: November 19–25, 2025
🗓 Submission: November 25, 2025 (3:00–4:00 PM)
🗓 Judging: November 26, 2025
👥 For Grades 4–6

🎨 Bookmark Coloring Contest
Let your colors shine in this fun and creative bookmark coloring activity!
🗓 November 24, 2025
👶 For Preschoolers only

🎨 In celebration of the 91st National Book Week, the Friends of the Library proudly present the Poster and Slogan Making Contest for all Senior High School students, themed “Tulay ang Pagbasa sa Bukas na Puno ng Pag-asa.” 📚✨

Students are tasked to create the most meaningful and creative poster artwork using any artistic medium of their choice, showcasing how reading builds a hopeful future. 🎨🖌️

🗓️ When: November 27, 2025 (Thursday), 9:30–11:30 AM
📍 Where: Library

🎊 In celebration of the National Book Week 📖 2025, the Friends of the Library are proud to announce the annual Arch Making Contest for Senior High School Students with the theme of "𝙊𝙝, 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙁𝙪𝙣 𝙞𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙!" 💜

Each section is tasked with making the most creative and engaging 👀 𝒂𝒓𝒄𝒉 𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒏 using only 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘺𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘴. ♻️

🗓️ When: November 19, 2025 - November 26, 2025; *judging on* November 27, 2025

📍Where: Outside wall of your respective classrooms.

⚙️ Rules:

- Arch should be made out of recycled materials
- For adhesives, only masking tape and thumb tacks are allowed
- Shouldn’t block door’s glass part
- One representative per section will explain the concept