Politics · Philippines Bureau
Senate President Gatchalian extends aid to Tacloban school shooting victims' families
Senate President Win Gatchalian has delivered financial assistance to families of three students killed in a June shooting at a Tacloban high school, as lawmakers advance measures to enhance campus security.
LSN Philippines ·
TACLOBAN CITY — The bereaved families of three students slain in the June 22 shooting incident at San Jose National High School received P50,000 each in financial assistance delivered by Senate President Win Gatchalian's office on Friday.
The aid distribution came as the Senate continues its push for comprehensive legislation designed to strengthen safety measures across Philippine educational institutions. The initiative aims to prevent similar incidents and better protect students and staff nationwide.
The shooting at the Leyte school claimed the lives of three students, prompting calls for stricter security protocols in schools. Gatchalian's office personally handed over the financial support to the affected families as part of broader legislative efforts to address school safety concerns.
The Senate leadership's intervention underscores growing concerns about campus security in the country. Lawmakers are working to develop policies that would establish stronger safety frameworks and emergency response procedures in schools throughout the Philippines.