MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Education (DepEd) yesterday paid tribute to Metrobank founder George S.K. Ty who passed away at age 86 on Friday.
The education agency said it would always be grateful to Ty for his commitment to the advancement of education, culture and arts in the Philippines through programs and initiatives spearheaded by the Metrobank Foundation.
It cited programs such as the Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos, the Metrobank-MTAP-DepEd Math Challenge and the National Teachers’ Month celebration.
“As an award-giving body, Metrobank Foundation blazed the trail in giving due recognition to exemplary men and women – teachers, soldiers and policemen. Now, there are more and more civic organizations and government agencies following the foundation’s footsteps,” DepEd said.
“The life and works of Dr. Ty reflect his genuine desire and noble goal to contribute to societal development and nation-building. His legacy will live on as every year, outstanding Filipinos will remind us that where there is service beyond excellence, there is joy and there is a future for our learners,” it added.