This document summarizes a research project on the local and oral history of Barangay Banilad in Cebu City, Philippines. The student conducted interviews with older residents and barangay employees to understand the origin and meaning of the barangay's name, as well as its political, cultural, socio-economic background and problems. Key findings include that the name comes from the Banilad tree and a local medicinal preparation. The barangay has over 22,000 residents from a range of socioeconomic classes and provides schools, health centers, and chapels. Recommendations focus on promoting the barangay's programs and welcoming participation.

1. “Research Project on Local and Oral History”
Barangay Banilad, Cebu City
Social Studies Department of University of San Carlos
Academic Year 2015-2016
Dan Michael Bercede
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Mr. John Paul Gorgonio, MA
Social Studies Teacher

2. DEDICATION
I would like to dedicate this project to my family. My utmost gratitude to
my loving parents, Kimberly and Dante.
My sisters, Fretzie, Melody and Dania who have always been my inspiration
.My brothers Danjun and Piolo who have always been there for me.
To my friends Ken and Beloi for the support. To the Barangay employees
being interviewed. Most importantly, to our most gracious heavenly
Father, the Almighty God.

3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
I woud like to thank the following people with gratitude:
My Parents: Kimberly and Dante
My siblings: sisters and brothers
My friends
My Teacher on Social Studies, Mr. John Gorgonio
Officials of Barangay Banilad,Barangay Captain: Nicolas
Leyson Jr., and The Councilors.

4. TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cover/Title Page i
Dedication
ii
Acknowledgement iii
Table of Contents iv
Chapter I: RATIONALE OF THE STUDY 1
Objectives of the Study 2
Scope and Delimitations 2
Definition of Terms 3
Significance ofhe Study 3

5. TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter II: RESEARCH LOCALE 4
Results and Discussion
4
History of the Barangay/ Public Street 4
Political, Cultural and Socio-Economic Background 4, 5
Sketch Map of the Barangay / Public Street 5
Chapter III: CONCLUSION 6
Individual Recommendations 6
Individual Learnings
6
References
7
Individual Curriculum Vitae 8

6. Chapter I
Rationale of the Study
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This is conducted to know and evaluate the local and oral
history of Barangay Banilad in Cebu City.
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A tool to influence and inform others about the history and
strengths of the Barangay.
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Informations on the list of officials, situation and the
problems, issues and conflict happening in the Barangay
Banilad.

7. Objectives of the Study
To know more about Barangay Banilad:
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its history and interpret the information.
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its name, origin and meaning.
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its political, cultural, social and economic background.
To identify the causes of some problems in the Barangay
and its solutions.

8. Scope & Delimitations
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This study focuses on the Local and Oral History of Barangay
Banilad in Cebu City.
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The respondents: old citizens and the barangay employees.
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This study is by the Grade seven students of University Of
San Carlos- North Campus, Basic Education Department.
(made by group or individual)

9. Definition of Terms
1.“Barangay” - barrio, the smallest administrative division; a term for a
village or district.
2. “University Of San Carlos- North Campus, Basic Education
Department” – a school in Cebu of coed students with primary and
secondary education.
3.“Banilad” - a place or barangay located in the province of Cebu.
4."Tilad" – It is a buyoleaf.
5.“Cebu” - Island province in the Philippines.
6. “Barangay Hall” – a place where public officials or persons in
authority do their work.

10. Significance of the Study
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This research is important to gain more knowledge of
Barangay Banilad.
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This will benefit the society, & a great way to inform
others who seek to know more about the Barangay
Banilad.

11. Chapter II
Research Locale
Conducted in Barangay Hall
Banilad, Cebu City in the province of Cebu, Philippines.

12. Results and Discussion
History of the Barangay
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The name Barangay Banilad is from Banilad Tree.
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Old folks say it is from the word "tilad", a buyoleaf, a
pinch of lime/apog powder, 1/4 size of bungat nut, and
tobacco leaf, chewed and is believed to have therapeuic value.
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During the Spanish time, it is called "Banilad Friar
Lands".

13. Political&Cultural
Background
The Officials of Barangay Banilad
Barangay Captain: Nicolas Leyson Jr.
The Councilors:Adelaida Ouano, Mary Luz Tabar, Victoria Bongo, Emma Opone,
Avelyn Archival, Teofreda Butas and Roycel Vercide.
Programs and Projects:
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Phase 1-repair and improvement of the Barangay Hall
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Rehabilitation of Mahiga Water Project
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Deep well and water reservior in Sitio Kantan-aw/Tayong
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Self-help Projects: Drainage, Pathways,
Footbridge,Straightways,Septic Tanks
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Ongoing road opening
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Sports development/Summer league

14. Socio-Economic
Background
Estimate Annual Budget(current year): Php 2,965,722.46 million.
The Barangay has
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One Public Elementary School
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Two Private preparatory and grades schools
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Three Day Care Centers and a Banilad Night High School.
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Sports Complex, Health Center,
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Barangay hall
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Chapels in the different Sitios of the Barangay.

15. Problems and Issues in the Barangay
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Increasing number of vehicles
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Traffic, most especially during peak hours
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Flooding during rains
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Improper disposal of garbages.

16. Sketch Map of Barangay Banilad or Public Street

17. Socio-Economic Status of residents
in Barangay Banilad
2619
7612
12066
High Class
Middle Class
Low Class
Total Population: 22,297.

18. Socioeconomic status (SES)
The Pie Chart shows the
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total measure of a person's work
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an individual or family's economic and social position: income,
education, and occupation.
Socioeconomic status:
High Class: 2,619
Middle Class: 7,612
Low Class: 12,066
A TOTAL of 22,297
The income, education and occupation of an individual
or a family describe the three areas of SES.

19. Chapter III: CONCLUSION
Individual Recommendations

I would like to recommend Barangay Banilad to
everyone. It is having a road widening to lessen
traffic.
I would like to invite everyone, the Barangay
welcomes them to join and participate in its
activities and programs, especially on Sports and
Leagues.

20. Individual Learnings

I have gained knowledge through this research; I learned
during the interviews about informations, origin and
history of the Barangay. Also on its political, cultural,
social and economic background.
There are 22,297 people resided in the Baranagay. The
number of schools,Health Centers, Sports Complex and
Chapels which are provided for the people.
There are projects and programs that the barangay has made
to better improve the situation and problems.
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I have also learned about the percentage of (a person or a
family's) income, education and occupation through the three
areas of (SES)Socio-economic status.

21. Individual Learnings
Barangay is the smallest administrative division in
the government of Philippines.
Interviewing old people, I get to know more about
the Barangay Banilad. Old people know more
because they have lived through the
olden&traditional times to the modern days, the
evolution of a simple barrio to a barangay.

22. References
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Books: Barangay
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Interviews
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Survey (Socio-economic Status of residents in
Barangay Banilad)

23. Individual Curriculum Vitae
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
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Secondary Education:USC-North Campus June 2015-present
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Elementary Education: Marie Ernestine School June 2007-March 2013
AWARDS RECEIVED
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Best in Arts : Marie Ernestine School
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Basketball MVP: Banilad Basketball Association
HOBBIES
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Basketball, Jogging, Poker Cards, Biking, Cooking

24. PERSONAL BACKGROUND
Home Address: P. Remedio St. Banilad Mandaue City
Birthday: March 19, 2001
Religion: Seventh Day Adventist
Civil Status: Parents: Dante Bercede : Doctor of Dental Medicine
Kimberly Marie Bercede: Housewife
Siblings:
Melody Marie Bercede : Nurse
Dan Junior Bercede: Doctor of Dental Medicine
Fretzie Joans Bercede: College Student
Dania Angelie Bercede: Doctor of Dental Medicine
Dan Piolo Bercede: Elementary Student
Email Address: michaelbercede@gmail.com