In support of the Republic Act 11560 or the Inclusive Education Act which was signed by President Rodrigo R. Duterte in March 2022, the University of Perpetual Help System Laguna JONELTA - (UPHSL) strengthened its participation by providing areas wherein the main function is to provide facilities that are fully accessible to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).
Since the new law provides that all schools, whether public or private, shall ensure equitable access to quality education to every learner with disability, the school management headed by Dr. Ferdinand C. Somido of the UPHSL show their participation by enhancing the school’s facilities which include wheelchair assistance, PWD washroom, and ramp passageway & lift.
Moreover, the Department of Education (DepEd) defines Inclusive Education as the philosophy of accepting all children regardless of race, size, shape, color, ability or disability with support from school staff, students, parents and the community. Thus, the university made sure that all Perpetualites will be extending their hands to all the challenged persons.
As a matter of fact, the university aside from maintaining its establishment as a PWD friendly place, never discriminates against an enrollee who qualifies for admission. Our support to all learners has been consistent over the years which is evident to PWD Perpetualite graduates. Truly, Perpetualites believed that “Disability is just a matter of Perception”.