The document announces that Best Of Cebu English Academy will be closed from April 13-14, 2017 to observe Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, which are part of Holy Week in the Philippines. Holy Week, which runs from April 10-16, commemorates Christ's passion and resurrection and is an important religious holiday in the predominantly Catholic country, having been integrated during Spanish colonial rule. Students and staff are advised that many businesses also close during Holy Week and to plan accordingly.

1. Best Of Cebu English Academy
St.Michael Street, Banilad, Cebu city, Philippines 6000
http://www.bocesl.com
The Official Announcement
Document No. : bocsmtc 2017-0321
Date : 21 March, 2017
Charge : HT Michelle
Subject : Holidays on April 2017
April 10 – 16 is called a “Holy Week” in the Philippines. It is the lent season when Filipinos (Catholics)
remember Christ's passion (his suffering and death) and resurrection. This is a tradition that was
integrated into the Filipino society during the Spanish regime. Since then, Filipinos have been
commemorating this week as an important and official religious holidays. The season ends with a
celebration on Easter Sunday.
Please be guided accordingly with the academy’s holiday observance:
Date Holiday Remarks Reminders
Apr. 13, 2017 Maundy Thursday No Class in BOC Most businesses are closed e.g.,
malls, stores, and some restaurants
so please keep enough supply of
your basic needs on these days.
Enjoy and be safe in your trips.
Apr. 14, 2017 Good Friday No Class in BOC
BOC Management