Congratulations! The true hero.
by Alexander Villafania
Inquirer.net
For his innovative “Kariton Klasrum” (pushcart classroom) Filipino educator Efren Peñalforida has been awarded by CNN as “2009 Hero of the Year.”
Peñaflorida was awarded during the CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood. He received his award from American actress Eva Mendes.