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Kapamilya Snaps: These celebrity parents take pride in their kids’ school achievements!

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Mary Ann Bardinas

<p>There’s definitely no doubt that the celebrities in this Kapamilya Snaps feature have already found success in the entertainment industry. But more than portraying iconic roles, starring in remarkable movies and/or series, headlining a monumental show, or receiving recognitions, among their biggest milestones actually happened behind the cameras.</p><p>And through social media, they have found a way to proudly flex their beloved children’s achievements in school to the world. Check out this feature to see the proud parent moment of these famous moms and dads!</p><div> </div><div><strong>Jodi Sta. Maria</strong></div><p>The <em><strong>Unbreak My Heart</strong></em> star couldn’t help but be sentimental as she congratulated her <em>unico hijo </em>Thirdy when he officially finished high school last May 2023. Jodi posted a carousel of snaps taken from the event, and wrote in the caption: “You have given us so many reasons to be proud of the man you have become, but the proudest moment for me is telling the whole world that you are my son. Congratulations, anak! Dream big. Soar high. We will always be here cheering for you.”</p><div> </div><div><strong>Dimples Romana</strong></div><p>Those who have been following Dimples on Instagram would know that she loves to share stuff about her life, which includes her beautiful family. And in 2021, among the significant things she imparted was the senior high school graduation of her and husband Boyet Ahmee’s firstborn Callie, who finished with flying colors. The <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/theironheart" target="_blank"><em><strong><u>The Iron Heart</u></strong></em></a> actress uploaded a set of photos captured during her school’s virtual graduation, and attached a sappy caption wherein she looked back on challenges they went through before they got to that really special moment.</p><p>“I remember the times when we weren’t sure how we were going to pay for your tuition, asking help from our parents, working extra days and hours just to make sure you have everything you need in school. The road was bumpy, filled with roadblocks but the journey to this moment cannot compare to the gratitude in my heart for you, your teachers, our family, your classmates, your friends and your ninangs who have inspired you and empowered you with all things good traits that you needed to come to this point,” she wrote.</p><div> </div><div><strong>Vhong Navarro</strong></div><p>The year 2022 was indeed momentous for Vhong’s family as they didn’t get to only celebrate one, but two graduations. In June 2022, he and ex-partner Bianca Lapus were both present during the graduation of their son Isaiah at University of Sto. Tomas (UST). He wrote in the caption of his post: “Masarap sa pakiramdam bilang magulang na makatapos ng pag-aaral ang anak nila. Maraming salamat [Isaiah] sobrang nakaka proud ka!”</p><p>A few days after that, the <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/itsshowtime" target="_blank"><u><em><strong>It’s Showtime</strong></em></u></a> host went back to the said university to attend the graduation ceremony of his <em>panganay </em>Fredriek. He captioned his post: “<em>Akala ko hanggang</em> virtual graduation <em>na lang nung</em> 2020 <em>buti na lang nabigyan pa rin ng pagkakataon na matuloy ngayon</em>! Congratulations again Kuya [Fredriek]!”</p><div> </div><div><strong>Melai Cantiveros</strong></div><p>As their youngest daughter Stela completed Kindergarten with two medals early this June, Melai and husband Jason Francisco are certainly proud parents! The <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/magandangbuhay" target="_blank"><em><strong><u>Magandang Buhay</u></strong></em></a> host delighted her followers when she uploaded pictures of their family captured during the occasion, which she jokingly captioned: “Grateful day today kmi dahil dalawa ang medal ng aming Bebelablab , pero gustu parin daw nya sa skul nya kahit walang elementary kaya next balik eskwela balik kinder padn daw cyaaa. [sic]”</p><div> </div><div><strong>Sharon Cuneta</strong></div><p>The Megastar was indeed one proud Mama as her and former Senator Kiko Pangilinan’s youngest daughter Miel graduated from high school early this June. She didn’t only have one or two, but eight posts regarding the ceremony.</p><p>“We love you with all our hearts, Yellie!” Megastar Sharon captioned a photo with her husband and their other two children Frankie and Miguel as they sat in the audience cheer.</p><div> </div><div><strong>Judy Ann Santos</strong></div><p>Another proud pair of parents are Judy Ann and husband Ryan Agoncillo, who were both over the moon as their eldest daughter, Yohan, completed high school this June 2023. They also shared a few snaps captured during her graduation, with the award-winning actress-host telling their <em>panganay</em>, “mom and dad will always be here to support and cheer you on in every step of the way.”</p><div> </div><div><strong>Bianca Gonzalez</strong></div><p>The eldest daughter of Bianca and husband JC Intal, Lucia, also closed a chapter in her life when she finished Kindergarten in May 2022. Bianca shared snaps from her moving-up ceremony and captioned it: “We are so proud of how much you have grown and learned this year.”</p><div> </div><div><strong>Sunshine Cruz</strong></div><p>Since it was the graduation of their middle child, Sam, from high school, Sunshine and ex-husband Cesar Montano made sure that they’re both present as their family marked this milestone. In a separate post, Sunshine wrote a moving message for Sam that read, “Thank you for fulfilling your promise to me that even if you have started your career in show business and have been busy, you still made sure that you made your studies a top priority.”</p><div> </div><div><strong>Ina Raymundo</strong></div><p>Another celebrity mom who’s fond of sharing her children’s achievements is Ina, who recently celebrated the moving up of her <em>bunso</em>, Minka, from elementary to middle school. Ina uploaded snaps and clips from the ceremony and wrote a dedication for her in the caption, saying, “You have shown incredible determination (especially during online learning), creativity, curiosity, and growth throughout the years.”</p><div> </div><div><strong>Cheska and Doug Kramer</strong></div><p>Last, but definitely not the least, is popular star couple Cheska and Doug, who conveyed ow happy they are for their firstborn Kendra when she finished Grade 8 and moved into high school early this month. The proud dad wrote in a post: “So so proud of you. Not just for completing grade 8 and moving up to high school, but to get recognized by your teachers in so many ways.”</p><p>For these celebrities, there’s indeed no bigger achievement and more important role in life than being parents. Congratulations!</p>

Look how the celebrity parents in this Kapamilya Snaps feature proudly flexed their children’s achievements on social media! 