English: The SHS program was designed to bring the Philippine education system closer to international standards by serving as a bridge between high school and college. The goal was to produce graduates who are well-rounded, equipped with 21st-century skills, and ready for whatever path they choose - whether pursuing college degree, learning technical skills, getting a job, or starting a business.
Filipino: Ang SHS program ay idinisenyo upang ilapit ang sistema ng edukasyon sa Pilipinas sa antas ng pandaigdigang pamantayan at magsilbing tulay sa pagitan ng high school at kolehiyo. Layunin nitong makapagtapos ang mga mag-aaral na may sapat na kakayahan, kaalaman sa 21st-century skills, at handa sa anumang landas na kanilang pipiliin -- maging ito ay patuloy na pag-aaral sa kolehiyo, pagkakaroon ng kasanayang teknikal, pagtatrabaho, o pag-nenegosyo.