More than 10,000 students of Tarlac National High School (TNHS) are set to benefit from improved learning facilities following the turnover of a newly built two-story, 10-classroom building funded by the Security Bank Foundation Inc. (SBFI).

One of the classrooms was sponsored by the Jesus V. Del Rosario Foundation Inc. (JVRFI). The turnover ceremony was led by SBFI chairman Rafael Simpao Jr. and JVRFI executive director Kana Manglapus, together with school officials, local partners and members of the Security Bank community.

TNHS, one of the country’s oldest and largest public secondary schools, has long faced overcrowding and limited classroom space. Despite these challenges, the school continues to produce high-performing students and operates inclusive education programs for out-of-school youth, young mothers, working adults and learners in correctional facilities under the leadership of principal Yolanda Gonzales, recently recognized as Best Principal of the Year at the 26th World School Summit in London.

“The outstanding performance of Tarlac National High School offers a ray of hope for a better Philippines,” Simpao said. “Under the remarkable leadership of principal Gonzales, we see how public schools — when given the right support — can stand shoulder to shoulder with the world’s best and help shape a brighter future for our youth.”

The newly completed building is dedicated to the school’s Special Program in Sports, providing student-athletes with a safer environment where they can pursue both academic and athletic excellence.

“This new facility shows what is possible when vision, care and opportunity come together,” Gonzales said. “With this support, even the biggest challenges can be transformed into success stories — for our students and for our community.”

Security Bank Foundation said it has donated 887 classrooms to 151 schools in 91 cities and municipalities nationwide as part of its commitment to improving access to quality education.