Bill expanding Philippine Science High Schools passes bicameral conference

By Pune Media On Jun 16, 2025

At least two Philippine Science High School (PSHS) campuses will be built in every region under a newly ratified law, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian assured on Sunday.

The expansion is outlined in the bicameral conference committee report on the Expanded Philippine Science High School System Act, which reconciled Senate Bill No. 2974 and House Bill No. 9726.

The measure establishes the PSHS System under the administrative supervision of the Department of Science and Technology.

According to the bill, no two campuses will be allowed in the same province within a region.

For the National Capital Region, the law bars the establishment of two PSHS campuses within the same city.

Gatchalian, one of the bill’s co-authors and co-sponsors, said the move would expand access to quality education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM.

“By establishing Philippine Science High School campuses in every region of the country, we can provide more young people with the opportunity to receive quality education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics,” he said.

Gatchalian noted that PSHS has consistently produced top-performing students who go on to become leaders in science and technology.

The PSHS System currently operates 16 campuses nationwide.

The bill’s passage aims to significantly increase that number to better serve the growing demand for science-oriented education.

Under the new law, the PSHS System is expected to coordinate closely with local governments and educational institutions for the selection of campus sites.

Each new campus will be equipped with modern laboratories, classrooms, and facilities to meet PSHS standards.

“This is important because it will serve as the foundation for advancing innovation in our nation,” Gatchalian concluded.

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