Mintal Elementary School has faced criticism for pruning trees on its campus, but the school defends its decision, citing safety concerns. The school obtained necessary permits and followed proper procedures for the pruning.
MINTAL Elementary School emphasized that the topping of trees within and around its campus was solely for the safety of the students.Oliver P. Inis, head teacher of Mintal Elementary School , said in a media interview, on Friday morning, October 18, 2024, that they had applied for a permit to prune the trees due to instances where dead branches had fallen, posing a threat to student safety .
which states that the pruning was requested for safety and security reasons. The document specifies that they would prune eight mango trees, two mahogany trees, three talisay trees, one tangisang bayawak, and four molave trees. The pruning permit is valid from August 2 to September 22, 2024..
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