SPES in full swing in Bataan

CITY of BALANGA, Bataan – In simple ceremonies held at the Bulwagan ng Bayan at the Capitol Grounds, this City last Wednesday, one thousand deserving students received the remaining 40% of the financial assistance under the Special Program for the Employment of Students (SPES) which the Provincial Government undertakes annually in cooperation with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).

Under this program, students undergo gainful employment for 20 days during summer. In return, they receive a total of P 6,980.00. The Provincial government shoulders 60% of said amount which is equivalent to P 4, 188.00 which was already released earlier.

This program is part of the Iskolar ng Bataan program started by then Governor Tet Garcia, and now 2nd District representative, in his noble dream to have at least one professional in every family in Bataan. Said program enjoys the full support of Governor Abet Garcia and the mayors of Balanga City and the 11 municipalities.