Tomilang Elementary Students' Government Field Trip to all State Branches​Governor’s Office // March 21, 2023

Colonia Yap - Tomilang Elementary School's Grades 5 to 8 students embarked on an exciting field trip to Colonia Yap to visit all branches of the State Government on March 17, 2023. The field trip aimed to provide students with the opportunity to learn about the government and its branches. Accompanied by their teachers, Virginia P. Gechig (Grade 8), Joleen Chumrad (Grade 7), Veronica C. Bandag (Grade 6), and Martina M. Mangefel (Grade 5), the students visited the legislative branch from 9:00 am to 10:30 am, the executive branch from 10:30 am to 11:30 am, the judiciary from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm, and the Council of Pilung from 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm.

The students were warmly welcomed by the Speaker and Vice Speaker, as well as several senators, including Senators Bamog, Lamar, Gaberiel, Floor Leader Terrence, John Masuwemai, and Liyon Sulog. Additionally, the staff at the legislature provided the students with valuable insights into how the legislative branch of government operates.
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The Governor and Lt. Governor hosted the students with candies and snacks, and took the time to explain how the government is structured and operates under the laws of the state. The field trip offered the students the unique opportunity to visit all branches of the government, meet state leaders, and learn about the roles and responsibilities of each branch.

The State court also welcomed the students, where Chief Justice Manmaw and Associate Judge Machieng, along with their staff, provided the students with the opportunity to participate in a mock trial, offering them a first-hand experience of how the judicial branch functions.

Lastly, the students met with Brian at the Council, who gave them a brief overview of the Council's functions and operations.

Overall, the field trip was an enriching experience for the students, as it provided them with not only valuable insights into how the different branches of the government work together to serve the public but also welcomed them with refreshments as well, said Joleen Chumrad Fulltime-Classroom Teacher/Vice Principal.
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In a letter from the Tamilang Elementary School Principal dated March 20, 2023 to the Governor’s Office, Principal Sylvester En thanked the Governor and Lt. Governor including Dominic Fanasog, Director of DOE and Chief of Staff Mr. Paul Ayin for their support and accommodation of the students. Principal En concluded that the field trip to the Governor’s Office had provided the students with a fulfilling experience which will be very beneficial to their learning.