Nominate a model teacher for The Many Faces of the Teacher award

This year's The Many Faces of the Teacher (TMFT) search for model teachers is now open for nominations.

TMFT seeks to recognize teachers not just for their skills and dedication to their craft, but also for their efforts in making a difference in the lives of their students and to the local communities as well.

The search is open to teachers of all ages, who:

- are actively teaching in private or public primary, elementary or secondary schools, colleges, or universities

- demonstrate creativity, innovation, and resourcefulness in teaching

- have impeccable values applied in teaching, family, and personal life

- have a deep sense of nationalism and are committed to teaching for the benefit of the country and its people.

- are respected in the school and the community

- are role models for students, colleagues, and family

- are active members of the community and have engaged in socio-civic activities.

Partner organizations, school associations, religious organizations, Department of Education, and the school heads, students, and teachers may nominate.

Bato Balani Foundation Inc. (BBFI) and Diwa Learning Systems Inc. are the organizers of the TMFT awards

They will use the following criteria for evaluation: person of integrity and morality; in good relations with students, colleagues, community members, and family; commitment and dedication to the teaching vocation; strength of values/principles applied in teaching and personal life and involvement in school and community activities.

To nominate, log on to www.batobalanifoundation.org.ph to secure a nomination form or visit BBFI office at 6/F PDCP Bank Center, V.A. Rufino cor. Leviste Streets, Salcedo Village, 1227 Makati City. Nomination forms may be sent to bbfi@diwamail.com/ batobalanifoundation@gmail.com or to fax number 892-9543.

At ADMU, learning via board games

The Rizal Library of the Ateneo de Manila University offers a new and exciting way of learning.

The library is setting aside a special corner for a board game collection in the multimedia room, including a board game about investment called Cashflow.

The Rizal Library recently partnered with Gaming Library in holding the Board Game Day on campus for students, faculty and alumni. Gaming Library is the first Philippine online library/store for board games. It aims to create a new image of board games as tools not just for entertainment but also an effective means of education.