Netizens praised Jhong Hilario after they were informed that the Makati City councilor’s daughter, Sarina, was studying at a barangay daycare center.
In a Facebook post, Sarina showed how she interacted with children from different social classes despite her status.
Some netizens were impressed that Jhong could afford to enroll Sarina in an expensive private school, but he decided not to.
“I’m truly impressed by your humility and down to earth approach to parenting. While many celebrity parents might choose elite,private schools for the kids, you’ve taken a different path by enrolling your child in a regular day care,” one of Jhong’s fan said.
“This decision speaks volumes about your values and priorities as a parent, it’s also shows you value a normal , grounded upbringing for your child, and it’s truly inspiring and refreshing to see someone in your position making such a relatable choice,” she added.
Sarina’s mother, Maia Leviste Azores was happy to hear all the praises they received from the netizens.
“Thank you so much for the kind words. I really don’t think there is a perfect formula in raising any kid but the things you have mentioned are exactly the things we want to achieve for Sarina,” she said.
Sarina’s story went viral amid criticism received by artist Dianne Medina, who made a post about the P170,000 tuition for her child who was studying Nursery 2.
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