ESTABLISHING A SPECIALIZED SPORTS FOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN BAGUIO CITY

August 19, 2023 Metro BLISTT

Approved on 3rd and Final Reading

BAGUIO CITY

The House of Representatives unanimously approved on third and final reading with 277 votes
House Bill 8700 authored by Baguio Congressman Mark Go which seeks to Create a Specialized High School for Sports in Baguio City for promising young athletes across Baguio and the Cordilleras. The school will offer a sports-focused curriculum complemented by the general academic curriculum.

The school shall be administered and supervised by the Department of Education (DepEd), in close coordination with the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC), who will help in policy and program
formulation and implementation and provide technical assistance. “There are so many aspiring young athletes in the country. Many promising talents do not receive adequate training and support and are not exposed to the proper opportunities to pursue their athletic dreams further.

If we can provide them with the proper support, facilities, coaches and trainers, the future can only be brighter for Philippine sports,” Rep. Go said. “Establishing a sports high school in Baguio will open many opportunities for young athletes in Baguio and Cordilleras, which may be replicated in many strategic locations nationwide. With added government support, these facilities could further be improved to meet international standards”, Rep. Go added. The bill is set to be transmitted to the Senate for approval.

Photo by Office of Congressman Mark Go – Lone District of Baguio