A critical work session is underway for the Guam Education Board as they face a decisive moment: Which schools will be decommissioned, how attendance zones might shift, or whether the status quo will remain. 

A final decision is expected by next month, with Liguan Elementary School one of the campuses that may welcome students if, for example, Chief Brodie Elementary School, recommended for closure, shuts its doors.

“We are in the discussion of the decommissioning of schools, and we are aware that we might have a possibility of students coming our way—but it’s still in discussion. It’s not yet set in stone,” said Liguan Elem. Principal Jen Punongbayan. “But we’re prepared.”

That preparedness is evident in the school's clean bill from Public Health inspectors, with Liguan earning an “A” rating in its annual sanitary report.

“Just having in the back of our heads that we have an “A” is something to be proud of,” said Punongbayan. 

But the “A” rating isn't just a convenient reminder, it's front and center in the school's daily operations.

Punongbayan reflected on how the school improved, moving from a “satisfactory” rating to achieving top marks.

“We got a ‘B’ 16 demerits. But of course, because we learned from everything and how the process worked we were more prepared,” added Punongbayan.

Those demerits included issues like screens, windows, lighting, and furniture and the work to fix them was a team effort.

Punongbayan shared this message of gratitude to all who contributed to the success of the northern campus.

“Thank you to the facilities and maintenance—Dominic and his team—with GFS team–Miss Elma, Mr. Bamba, and Mr. Santos. I know they put the effort in making sure the school gets an A. With the GEFF team—Mr. Alvarez, thank you so much. And of course, our teachers, staff,   students, the community—we all came together—PTO, I just want to say thank you so much in all your efforts for getting us this far,” added Punongbayan.