The learning environment at Vito Elementary School in Brgy. Vito, Sagay City, received a significant boost as the newly-constructed clinic, worth P2.5-million, was officially inaugurated and turned over July 30.
The facility, funded through the Department of Education’s Basic Education Facilities Fund (BEFF), aims to improve health and wellness support within the school, providing medical care, counselling, and essential services for both learners and staff.
Vice Mayor Narciso Javelosa Jr. led the ceremonies on behalf of Mayor Leo Rafael Cueva, and assured attendees of the city’s commitment to strengthening health infrastructure in schools.
“This is already the second inaugurated school clinic in Sagay, the first was in Brgy. Bato,” Javelosa said in a city press release July 31. “While equipment is not yet in place, I assure you that Mayor Cueva will help facilitate its provision.”
Rev. Fr. Jomer Tongke blessed the school clinic, followed by the ribbon-cutting ceremony, and a program attended by Councilor Boy Marañon, punong barangay Nemensio Briones, Vito officials, school staff, parents, and residents.
Schools Division superintendent Dannie Clark Uguil emphasized the importance of the project, calling it a “significant milestone” for the school.
“It will improve health services for students and contribute to a healthier learning environment. It’s part of our broader effort to make sure every child is healthy and ready to learn,” he said.
Principal Glenn Pedelo expressed gratitude for the city and DepEd Sagay’s all-out support in making the facility a reality.
PTA president Jinky Busico said they are proud to be the second school in the city to receive a facility like this. “It’s a great help for our learners.”
Briones called the clinic a source of pride for the community, saying that “students and even our teachers have somewhere to go for medical needs.”
Supreme Elementary Learner Government representative Mikeeya Yuki Sampalocia thanked all the stakeholders, who made the clinic possible. “We make a sincere commitment to respect this facility and the people who serve in it. We also pledge to encourage our classmates to treat it with the same care.” ||
