The Pampanga provincial government inaugurated two new 2-storey, 6-classroom buildings in Candaba on July 2, 2026—located at Gulap National High School and San Agustin Elementary School—aiming to relieve overcrowding and improve learning conditions for students.
A PHP 23.2 Million Investment in Education
The total combined investment for the two school buildings is approximately PHP 23.2 million . The Gulap National High School building, funded at PHP 11.5 million, is located in Barangay Sto. Rosario . San Agustin Elementary School, located in Barangay San Agustin, received a similar allocation . The new buildings will provide students with safe, well-equipped, and conducive learning environments, enhancing the overall quality of education in the area.
A Commitment to Education and Community Development
Vice Governor Dennis "Delta" Pineda led the ceremonial unveilings alongside local government officials . The project is part of the provincial government's broader commitment to addressing the classroom backlog in Candaba, where additional school buildings have been constructed at San Jose Elementary School, Partida Elementary School, and Pasig Elementary School, with more infrastructure projects planned . The Governor Lilia "Nanay" Pineda administration has prioritized education as a key pillar of its development agenda, ensuring that learners have access to quality facilities that support their academic growth and well-being.
