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Netizen Cath Libarnes-Bagayna posted this heart-warming photo of a teacher’s dedication to his craft. Teacher Kerneil Balaga is proof that not everything revolves around making money–it’s sometimes a pure and simple love for sharing.
Bagayna shared her story about how she would see Balaga teaching less fortunate children at Divisoria. Despite his clean and presentable apperance, Balaga could be seen sitting on the dirty and crowded streets of the popular shopping district rain or shine. Bagayna described him as the “big brother” type, the one who would sit around reading books to his younger siblings and teaching them the alphabet and colors–very basic lessons that many have taken for granted.
Balaga graduated from Xavier University with a bachelor’s degree in education. While he may not have a paid job, he says he finds fulfillment in teaching street children. When she asked where he got his equipment, he said he would get donations such as books, crayons, and other school supplies and sometimes would spend from his own pocket.
“My faith in humanity is a notch higher than it used to,” said Bagayna when she found out Balaga taught purely out the goodness of this heart. No, he was not affiliated with any humanitarian organization nor was he asked to do this. It was simply because he wanted to.
Balaga is not expecting anything in return for his good deed. He merely said additional school supplies and a first-aid kit for the children will suffice should anyone offer him anything.
It’s very remarkable to see such a young man go out of his way to help less fortunate street children. Especially having graduated from a reputable school, it wouldn’t have been tpp difficult for him to find a job, and yet he chooses to sir on the streets of Divisoria. How many more out there are willing to make this kind of commitment?
