SCRIPT FOR THE OPENING PROGRAM
ENGLISH AND READING MONTH CELEBRATION 2025
Theme: “Igniting Minds, Inspiring Voices: Empowering Learners through Literacy and
Language”
Date: November 3, 2025
Venue: [Insert Venue – e.g., School Covered Court / AVR / Gymnasium]
PART I — PRELIMINARIES
(Soft background music playing — upbeat instrumental or classical tune)
MC 1:
Good afternoon, everyone!
MC 2:
A pleasant and meaningful day to all our teachers, school heads, and fellow students!
MC 1:
Welcome to the Opening Program of the English and Reading Month Celebration 2025,
with the theme —
Both (lively):
“Igniting Minds, Inspiring Voices: Empowering Learners through Literacy and Language!”
MC 2:
Indeed, this year’s theme reminds us that reading and communication are more than just school
skills — they are our bridges to knowledge, creativity, and confidence.
MC 1:
That’s right! Today marks the beginning of a month-long journey of learning, expression, and
fun as we celebrate the power of words, imagination, and storytelling.
🙏 INVOCATION
MC 2:
To formally open our celebration, let us all stand for our Opening Prayer, to be led by audio
presention
(Prayer leader proceeds. After the prayer...)
MC 1:
Thank you,__________, for that heartfelt prayer.
NATIONAL ANTHEM
MC 2:
Please remain standing for the singing of our National Anthem, to be conducted by Ma’am
Rodelyn Gallego.
(National Anthem plays)
MC 1:
Thank you. You may now take your seats.
WORDS OF WELCOME
MC 1:
To officially welcome us all to this momentous occasion, let us hear the opening remarks from
our very supportive school principal, Sir Jessie O. Ebron.
(Principal delivers the welcome message)
MC 2:
Thank you very much, Sir, for your inspiring message that sets the tone for our month-long
celebration.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
MC 2:
And now, to give us the statement of purpose and a glimpse of what to expect for this year’s
English and Reading Month, we will hear from our dynamic English Coordinator, [Name].
(English Coordinator gives a short message — mentioning goals, highlights, and contests.)
MC 1:
Thank you, Sir/Ma’am [Last Name], for reminding us that English and reading truly empower
our learners to express ideas and connect to the world.
INSPIRATIONAL MESSAGE
MC 2:
This celebration wouldn’t be possible without the guidance of our hardworking faculty.
To inspire us as we begin, let’s give a warm round of applause to our guest of honor, [Name /
Department Head / Guest Speaker], for an inspirational message.
(Guest delivers message)
MC 1:
Thank you, Sir/Ma’am [Last Name], for those motivating words. Your message encourages us to
keep our passion for reading and learning alive.
INTERMISSION NUMBER
MC 2:
Before we proceed to the formal declaration of the celebration, let’s take a short break and enjoy
an intermission number prepared by [Grade / Section / English Club Members].
(Performance — song, dance, or spoken poetry presentation)
MC 1:
Wow! That was a wonderful performance! Let’s give another round of applause to our talented
performers!
DECLARATION OF THE ENGLISH AND READING MONTH CELEBRATION
MC 1:
And now, the moment we’ve all been waiting for!
MC 2:
To officially declare the opening of the English and Reading Month Celebration 2025, let us
welcome our beloved principal, [Name of School Head].
(Principal declares the celebration open — example script below)
“By the authority vested in me as the school head of [School Name], I now formally declare the
English and Reading Month Celebration 2025 open! Let this event ignite our minds, inspire
our voices, and celebrate our love for literacy and learning!”
(Cue applause, confetti, or ribbon-cutting)
MC 1:
As we conclude our opening program, may this celebration remind us that reading gives us
power — the power to imagine, to speak up, and to understand the world better.
MC 2:
Let’s look forward to a month full of learning and excitement! Once again, welcome to the
English and Reading Month Celebration 2025!
Both:
Thank you, and have a great day, everyone!