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Ani Rosa S. Al Mario (Ani Almario)

Biography

Dr. Ani Rosa Almario is an accomplished Filipino educator and professional based in Quezon City, National Capital Region, Philippines. She holds a Doctorate degree and is the School Director as well as a Co-Founder of The Raya School, which is affiliated with the University of the Philippines. Her work is centered in the academic sector, contributing to the development of educational programs and initiatives through her leadership role at the institution.

In addition to her role at The Raya School, Dr. Almario has a background rooted in the University of the Philippines, where she pursued her education. While specific details about her research focus, career milestones prior to co-founding the school, and other professional contributions are not fully outlined in the available information, she is recognized as a key figure in shaping the academic environment at The Raya School and advancing educational goals in the Philippines. []

Career

Ani Rosa Almario serves as Vice President of Adarna House, the Philippines’ first and largest children’s book publishing house. She is also Co-Founder and Director of The Raya School, a progressive institution focused on instilling national pride and a love for science in young learners. Academically, she holds a Master’s degree in Learning, Design, and Technology from Stanford University and was pursuing a doctorate at the University of the Philippines Diliman at the time of the information’s publication.[]

Notable Work

• Vice President of Adarna House, the Philippines’ leading local children’s book publisher, advancing literature that promotes love for reading and Filipino identity.
• Participated in "Alterno" in 2015, an exhibit celebrating Adarna House’s 35th anniversary that honored artists with reimagined book covers.
• Served as Secretary-General of the Philippine Board on Books for Young People and President of the Book Development Association of the Philippines, leading industry initiatives for literacy and publishing.
• Co-founded The Raya School in 2005 with her husband Carlo Primo "CP" David – a progressive institute focused on fostering national pride, love for learning, and social responsibility, with students encouraged to use their talents for the country’s progress.[]

Awards and Recognition

• In 2004, she was the Philippine representative for the International Young Publisher of the Year Award.

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• In 2010, Adarna House received the Philippine National Children’s Books Award under her involvement as Vice-President for Product Development.

• In 2022, she was honored with the Ten Outstanding Women in the Nation’s Service (TOWNS) Award in the field of Education and Entrepreneurship.

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