August 20, 2024 – Today, Romanito Maravilla Sr. National High School, in collaboration with the Bacolod LGU and Wilkinson Construction, held a blessing and groundbreaking ceremony for the Athletes’ Dormitory located at RMNHS in Brgy. Estefania.

The event featured a motorcade parade with athletes, starting at the Bacolod City Government Center going to Romanito Maravilla Sr. National High School.

The ceremony began with a welcome remark from Secondary School Principal Ms. Gladys Gerona, followed by a message from Mayor Albee Benitez.

In his speech, Mayor Albee stated, “We are very proud of our athletes because we did very well in every competition that has been held both locally and internationally. These are the things that we would like to support and to give proper recognition for their training and development. This is also one way of taking care of our athletes who give recognition to our city,”

The project is estimated to cost 12.5 million pesos and is expected to be completed within 180 calendar days. Additionally, the improved athletes’ dormitory can also house an estimated number of 30 people.

Attendees included Bacolod City Councilors Celia Flor, Pao Sy, Thaddy Sayson, Jason Villarosa, Em Ang, Cindy Rojas, Kalaw Puentevella and Simple Distrito, Engr. Jerry Tingson Brgy. Captain of Brgy. Estefania, the Benefactor Romanito Solinap, Romanito Maravilla National High School Teachers, City Engineer’s Office, department heads with Rev. Fr. Amat Sagar Tirkey, blessed the ceremony and the land where the new athletes’ dormitory will stand.

Romanito Maravilla Sr. National High School, known as the “Home of Champions,” is recognized for having the most successful athletes.

Please refer to the attached link for the achievements of the RMNHS Athletics Team:
(Source: Bacolod City Public Information Office)