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Catholic schools favor reform over repealing SHS program
The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) and the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) strongly oppose the proposal to abolish the senior high school (SHS) program.
Instead of scrapping the SHS program, both organizations advocate for a thorough review and enhancement to better serve students and align with labor market demands.
They argue that abolishing the program, established in 2016, is a premature and detrimental step.
Senator Jinggoy Estrada's proposed Senate Bill No. 3001 seeks to remove the mandatory SHS program, citing its failure to fully achieve its objectives.
CEAP and CBCP assert that the SHS program was envisioned to elevate the Philippine education system to international standards and address the changing needs of learners and the job market.
They urge the government to focus on reviewing SHS implementation and enacting necessary reforms to preserve its achievements rather than dismantling it.
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