Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region XII
Division of Sultan Kudarat
District of Lutayan I
TAMNAG CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

NARRATIVE REPORT ON ADOLESCENT

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

Prepared by:

GINA I. LANDERIO
ARH Coordinator
 I. INTRODUCTION

Adolescence is generally defined as being the time between puberty and reaching adult
independence with the age range included most commonly being from 10 to 19 years.Puberty is
considered a key element in human development into adulthood,yet this marker of physical
maturity is occurring at earlier ages in many settings,accompanied by an earlier of sexual
attention,sexual thoughts and expirementation.Understanding and managing puberty in
childhood,well before what has been considered “adolescence” requires urgent attention.For
girls this management is often focused on their experience of menarche.Menstrual health is an
area which has focused attention on the reproductive health needs of girls and young
women,with growing body of literature documenting successful interventions in schools.There is
also a recognition of the importance of support for menstruation support and management
which includes boys and young men to heighten their awareness and sensitivity to the issues,
so that their attitudes and behavior do not promote the exclusion from school of girls
experiencing their periods.The inclusion in policy discussions and interventions that the
reproductive health concerns of girls and boys, young women and young men, are interlinked
beyond males being viewed as sexually dominant , helps in the recognition of the sexual health
uncertainties that boys as well as girls face in adolescence and beyond.Teenagers and
adolescents around the world continue to face many challenges and issues,mainly because
they lack the ability to understand what is happening at this stage in their lives.although it
maybe difficult for older people to understand these changes,it is important that parents and
teachers try not to lose them or neglect them because of their immaturity.Many teenagers need
guidance and support from family members and friends,but others turn into victims of society
without proper education.Adolescents have a high burden of sexual and reproductive health
problems and it is important to reach out to youth groups through health promotion initiatives.
On the other hand,Reproductive Health is defined as a state of physical, mental, and social
well-being in all matters relating to the reproductive system, at all stages of life. Good
reproductive health implies that people are able to have a satisfying and safe sex life, the
capability to reproduce  and the freedom to decide if, when, and how often to do so. Men and
women should be informed about and have access to safe, effective, affordable, and acceptable
methods of family planning of their choice, and the right to appropriate health-care services that
enable women to safely go through pregnancy and childbirth.

II OBJECTIVES

In response to Republic Act 10354 or the Responsible Parenthood and

Reproductive Health (RPRH) of 2012, Section 14 , that the “ State shall provide
age and development appropriate reproductive health education to adolescents”,
Adolescent Reproductive Health aims to:

a. to reduce the adverse consequences of sexual behaviour and to improve the

quality of sexual relationships for young people, both as young people today and
also in their future life as adults.
b. To make quality maternal and reproductive health services accessible to the
people living in rural areas
c. To enhance the prevention of diseases that might affect maternal health.
 d. Understand the importance of adolescence in todays world and
e. identifying some common problems adolescents face at this stage

I. PROGRAMS / ACTIVITIES

As Per Division Memorandum ,SGOD-SHS No.81,S.2022 dated May 11,2022 stated

that every 28th day of May is celebrated as Menstrual Hygiene Day.It is global
advocacy platform that aims to promote good menstrual health and hygiene for all
women and girls,raise awareness and change negative social norms regarding
access to menstrual products and period-friendly sanitation facilities.

The Theme of Menstrual Hygiene Day 2022 is : Making Menstruation a Normal Fact
of Life by 2030. The overarching goal is to build a world where no one is held back
because they menstruate and to prepare them for a positive experience during
menstruation and more so to educate the wider public that period is a natural
phenomenon and something to be proud of.

In connection with this Tamnag Central Elementary School joins in this global
advocacy and take some initiatives as part of the accomplishments in compliance
with Div. Memo No.81,s.2022

On May 28,2022 Tamnag Central Elementary School celebrated the Menstrual

Hygiene Day 2022 with the theme, “ Making Menstruation a Normal Fact of Life by 2030 “.The
crowd was attended by Grade 4 to Grade 6 selected learners together with their parents and
teachers.The program was organized and spearheaded by the following:

WINS Coordinator : Neoly Ligo

ARH Coordinator: Gina LAnderio
Mental Health Coordinator: Amilyn H.Minandang

And with the approval and support of the following:

District Nurse : Ronald Galaura , RN

Principal I : Richel O.Budzal
PSDS : Vivian G. Sandigan

The celebration transpired and disseminated into Part I which was the Opening Program
and Part II which was the Orientation Proper on Adolescent Reproductive Health with the
District Nurse Ronald Galaura, RN. It was highlighted by the Open Forum participated by
everyone.The program was hosted by Juliet G.Suplico, MT II and was funded by the school
MOOE.
Menstrual Hygiene Day is observed every 28th of May not just a compliance of Division
Memorandum but to create and spread awareness,break the taboos and end the stigma
around menstruation.Even in the 21st century,several women and young girls do not have
access to proper menstrual knowledge, and menstrual hygiene infrastructure including sanitary
napkins, clean toilets, or even safe disposal.
It was but a successful celebration in TCES.The advocacy on menstrual hygiene management
was clearly defined to pupils,parents and teachers.

MEANS OF VERIFICATIONS
A.MENSTRUAL HYGIENE DAY PROGRAM
Date: May 28,2022
Venue: TCES Gymnasium
Participants: Grade IV – Grade VI Selected Learners,Parents,Teachers

A.Part I Opening Program

JULIET G.SUPLICO, MT II ANNABELLE P.HIMALLA

Master of Ceremony Pambansang Awit-Conducting

NEOLY G.LIGO
WINS Coordinator/Welcome SHEILA MAE P.LARIDO
Address Opening Remarks
 ZANY S.FARIOLAN MT-II RONALD GALAURA,RN
Inspirational Message District Nurse/Message

AMILYN H.MINANDANG GINA I.LANDERIO

Mental Health ARH Coordinator/Closing
Coordinator/Message Remarks
PART II ORIENTATION PROPER / OPEN FORUM
 COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES
INFORMATION,EDUCATION & COMMUNICATION MATERIALS
(IEC)
PRINTED TARPAULINS PLACED INSIDE & OUTSIDE SCHOOL PREMISES
PROGRAMS FOR THE PARTICIPANTS
SOCIAL MEDIA INFORMATION
IV.SUGGESTIONS/RECOMMENDATIONS/CONCLUSIONS

Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) is one of the neglected health and hygiene
issues surrounding the rights of vulnerable women and girls in some of the remote and
isolated areas,this natural monthly occurrence is disruptive.Women and girls often deal
with the lack of access to menstrual hygiene products or if they are available the sharp
rise in the price of sanitary pads makes it impossible to buy due to poverty.Stigma and
period poverty has significant impact on the lives of vulnerable women and girls who
often have to resort to using unhygienic alternatives such as using dried leaves and
dirty old clothes as sanitary pads.This causes discomfort that can increase their risks of
infections –especially since they often washed without detergents and dried indoors,out
of shame without detergents and fear of superstitions related to menstruation.
Without improved hygiene behavior such as handwashing with soap and waater after
changing used clothes and sanitary napkins it will be challenging for women and girls to
stay healthy during their menstrual cycle.
To address the persistent issues of health and hygiene partnered with DepEd,DOH and
other partnersadvocate to support improved hygiene behavior among girls and
women.As much as possible there must be a continued support and distribution of free
hygiene kits including sanitary napkins and sanitary towels and spread messages to
combat stigma to all girls and women in schools who already have their monthly period.
With these advocacies sponsors and partners are encouraged to continue spreading
generosities as needs arise.Because every girls deserves the right to dignity.