Bahrain-based Filipino educator chosen for US exchange program

TDT | Manama

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A member of the Filipino Writers’ Circle (FilWrite) Bahrain and a committed educator has recently been chosen for a prestigious exchange program in the US. The selection of Ruth Mirhan Orense, vice president of Filwrite Bahrain, for this highly competitive initiative, underscores a rigorous evaluation process that recognizes her exceptional teaching skills and commitment to education.

Orense, known for her passionate commitment to teaching and her contribution to the literary community, expressed her excitement about the opportunity. “I am happy to be part of this exchange program. It will allow me to enhance my teaching methods and relate with fellow educators,” said Orense, who has been teaching in Bahrain for 17 years.

As an Ambassador Teacher at John W. Tolbert Elementary School in the State of Virginia’s Loudon County Public School District, Orense will have an avenue to share her unique experiences, insights, and creative approaches to teaching that further her professional growth and inspire her colleagues and students. Cecilia V. Ancheta, president of Filwrite, said that the Filipino Writers’ Circle is deeply honored by the accomplishments of their colleague.

‘’This recognition represents her achievement, as well as a very good chance to share the unique Filipino cultural heritage with the diverse educational environments of the United States,” said Ancheta. “Such exchange carries the transformational power of education and points out how cross-cultural partnership makes the world better through the empowerment and inspiration of people,’’ she added.