TACLOBAN CITY — Fifteen former beneficiaries of the government’s Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) in Eastern Visayas were recognized by the Department of Social Welfare and Development(DSWD) after emerging as topnotchers in the March 2026 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET).
The recognition ceremony was held on May 18 during the agency’s flag-raising program, where DSWD officials honored the former monitored children for their academic excellence and perseverance despite economic challenges.
The awardees, who came from both the elementary and secondary education categories, were cited as examples of how government educational support programs can help disadvantaged students succeed and pursue professional careers.
According to Leila Auditor, officer-in-charge assistant regional director for operations, the success of the LET passers reflects the positive impact of sustained educational assistance and social welfare interventions provided to low-income families through the 4Ps program.
Among those recognized was Rashil Rae Recorte, who topped the Secondary Level examination and reportedly achieved the highest rating recorded in LET history.
Recorte encouraged current 4Ps beneficiaries to remain focused on their education and continue striving toward their goals despite financial hardships.
As part of the recognition activities, the honorees also paid a courtesy visit to Department of Education Regional Director Salustiano Jimenez emphasized the contribution of state universities and colleges in Eastern Visayas in producing quality educators.
The DSWD said the recognition highlights the importance of education in breaking the cycle of poverty and showcases the success stories of former 4Ps beneficiaries who have achieved professional milestones through determination and government support.
(BLUE REUGINE RUTHIELLE LIM NICOLAS, LNU Student Intern)
