By Ariel Mario Tudela | Partnerships and Development Manager
This month’s update captures both celebration and preparation from the most recent quarter. We supported Dream Management teachers and TAs through focused training and marked the graduation of our P13 Learning Center students, welcomed and provided orientation for the new P14 cohort. Together, these moments show how steady investment in people creates lasting impact—one semester at a time.
Dream Management Program
Opening Event in 12 target high schools and Teacher's Assistant Training Sessions
From November 10th to 14th, 2025, PEPY’s Dream Team conducted Dream Management Opening Events across our 12 target schools to officially launch the new Dream Class enrollment. The event brought together 1,628 participants (1,097 females), along with PEPY’s Executive Director, Program Coordinator, District Office of Education, Youth and Sport (DoEYs) representatives, school principals, and teachers. The event aimed to introduce the Dream Program, inspire students to pursue their aspirations, and strengthen collaboration with key stakeholders. Activities included an overview of the Dream Class curriculum, motivational speeches, and interactive sessions that generated strong engagement and enthusiasm among students, marking a positive start to the new academic cycle.
Additionally in November, the Dream Management Program organized a training session for the program's Teaching Assistants, with a total of 31 participants (19 females). The training was divided into three main parts. First, participants reflected on the role of teaching assistants, discussed challenges, identified solutions, and explored opportunities for growth. Second, the session focused on classroom setup, including preparing teaching materials and using equipment such as projectors and computers. Third, the training emphasized personal leadership through the topic “Being a Leader for Yourself,” during which teaching assistants engaged in team-building activities and reflection exercises. The training aimed to review the responsibilities of Dream Management Teaching Assistants, provide clear instructions on class preparation, and strengthen leadership skills before they begin supporting Dream Class teaching in the new academic year.
Scholarship for Higher Education Program and Learning Center Program
Graduation Ceremony for 2024-2025 students
Graduation Day is one of the main events in the PEPY Learning Center Program calendar. We are always thrilled to celebrate students for their hard work and a year full of achievements. Moreover, we hand them certificates as proof of their learning and dedication, which they can use in their future job searches. Graduation Day was celebrated on the 17th of October 2025. There were 59 youths who graduated from PEPY and 170 participants including students, parents, collaborating partners, and a representative of the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sport. Most importantly, it is the presence of parents who travel great distances from rural areas to join their child's special day. PEPY staff worked so hard to make the event go smoothly and successfully.
Welcoming Day for new SHE (P14) and LC students
Welcoming Day was conducted successfully before starting the new 2025-2026 academic year. It happened over two days on the 10th and 11th of November 2025 with 101 participants (70 females). Students and parents gained awareness of the program curriculum and signed the agreement. The content included a welcoming speech from PEPY’s Executive Director, introductions to PEPY Staff, discussing the agreement and PEPY policies, Learning Center curriculum and course syllabuses, Pre-Test, and team building activities to engage all 60 students effectively.
By the end of the welcoming day, it was noticed that parents had gained trust among the programs team and understood the slated activities. They believe that their children will learn well and will be shaped in the right direction.
Each event this quarter has strengthened our youths’ confidence, skills, and determination. We’re deeply grateful for your continued support. Stay connected by subscribing at pepyempoweringyouth.org/subscribe and exploring our full reports at pepyempoweringyouth.org/our-reports.
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