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The opening of classes at a Lumad makeshift school inside the United Church of Christ in the Philippines (UCCP) Haran compound in Davao City push through despite the lack of proper classroom, chairs and teaching materials. (More...) (Kath M. Cortez/davaotoday.com)

This parent lent his carpentry skills to help in the repairs and renovation of classrooms in Looc Elementary School, Barangay Looc, Villanueva, Misamis Oriental. Parents join the yearly Brigada Eskwela to prepare their children's schools for the opening of classes. (Jigger J. Jerusalem/davaotoday.com)

An incoming Grade 3 student receives school supplies from the local government of Davao City after he queued along with other parents and children to ask for assistance at the City Mayor's office on Thursday morning, May 31, 2018. (Kath M. Cortez/davaotoday.com)

Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque (right) visits the Cagayan de Oro Press Club (COPC) and talks to the members of the media here on Thursday afternoon, May 24, 2018. He is warmly received by COPC President Ruffy Magbanua. The COPC is commemorating the 36th Press Freedom Week from May 21-26. (Jigger J. Jerusalem/davaotoday.com)

Davaoeño's light up candles at Rizal Park Friday afternoon during the International AIDS Candle lighting Memorial. The activity was attended by AIDS advocates, civil society organizations, and government agencies. (Kath M.Cortez/davaotoday.com)