ZAMBOANGA CITY, 27 NOV. (PIA) - - A total of PhP51 million worth of school buildings constructed in four schools here were turned over by the city government to Education Secretary Armin Luistro over the weekend.
Covarrubias said Sec. Luistro was grateful with the efforts and commended the city government, specifically for having foresight in constructing the 2-storey 12 classroom for the San Jose Gusu Elementary School which is a flood-prone area. “The new building is elevated and would not be affected by flood waters in case of heavy downpour,” Covarrubias said.
The lady IO emphasized that this education effort of the city headed by Mayor Celso Lobregat is to provide better future for young Zamboangueños.
“Lobregat administration puts in a lot of priority on education , to provide the students a conducive learning environment, to improve the performance of students and teachers and ultimately to move the city further forward,” she expressed.
Covarrubias however pointed out that while school facilities are sufficient, the number of teachers is still short, that is why Mayor Lobregat asked Sec. Luistro to allocate additional teacher items specifically for Recodo National High School.
As of June 2012, Recodo NHS has a population of 887 students with 24 teachers—8 of whom are employed through the Local School Board (LSB). (JPA/PIA9)