Saint Louis University (SLU), led by University President Rev. Fr. Gilbert B. Sales, CICM, PhD and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of San Quintin, Pangasinan, led by Hon. Mayor Farah Lee Lumahan, convened on Saturday, 26 September 2026 at the Municipal Social Welfare Office of San Quintin, Pangasinan, to discuss the evaluation results of Phase 1 activities for local Child Development Workers. The joint institutional project, implemented from January to September 2026, focused on elevating early childhood education capabilities and support systems across the municipality through targeted training and institutional intervention.
The meeting, spearheaded by Joselito C. Gutierrez, PhD, representing SLU, Mrs. Delia C. Quero, Municipal Social Welfare Development Officer, and Mr. Anthony David L. Neri, Social Welfare Officer, provided a structured platform to analyze key outcomes achieved during the initial nine-month roll-out, with the comprehensive assessment data now being finalized for research and publication. The findings from this evaluation will directly inform the strategic planning and implementation of Phase 2 activities scheduled from October to December 2026. This upcoming phase seeks to address identified operational needs and refine specialized programming for the town’s front-line child development personnel.
This initiative is directly aligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4 (Quality Education) and 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), as well as the CICM Advocacies on Justice and Peace. By leveraging academic resources and municipal governance, SLU and LGU San Quintin reinforce their joint commitment to equitable community development and quality early childhood education. (Article and Photos by J. Gutierrez)
