And so, to help her family, she studied hard in grade school as soon as she learned about others who had the opportunity to pursue college through the SM College Scholarship Program. With her whole heart dedicated to learning and her eyes set on the SM scholarship, she finished high school as the class valedictorian. Once the forms were available, she immediately processed her application at the SM Store in Cebu.<\/p>\n
\u201cI was informed that I got accepted as an SM Scholar. From then on, a huge weight was lifted off my parents’ shoulders. I could pursue my chosen degree in my chosen university,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n
Through the scholarship offered by the SM group through SM Foundation, she was able to focus on the development of her skills and knowledge not only in accountancy but especially in life. She became a Magna Cum Laude graduate of BS Accountancy at the University of San Carlos.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/kawaiibeautyandlifestyle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot_20230323-205609_Word.jpg\")
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\u201cThe SM Scholarship helped me reach my dream of becoming a CPA, and this opened doors for me, enabling me to land a job that empowered me to help my family,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy experience in retail has given me wide knowledge in different areas. With this, I always make sure that my family makes informed decisions in all aspects of life. One thing that has become a tradition among SM Cebu scholars during my time was to have an outreach program. In our own way, we were able to pay forward the help that we received from SM. It was a fulfilling experience that we could share our blessings in our own little way,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n
Jonnah currently serves as a Senior Accounting Manager at the SM Store, Cebu. Aside from financial security, she currently takes care of her parents\u2019 medical expenses and lets them enjoy vibrant life experiences after retiring as flower farmers.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/kawaiibeautyandlifestyle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Screenshot_20230323-205634_Word.jpg\")
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\u201cHaving a degree enabled me and my family to experience more in life. It paved the way for me to secure a stable job, which allowed me to travel, treat my family to a nice meal, take them shopping on special occasions, and most importantly, support my parents and their medical expenses. Aside from providing me with a scholarship grant, working in SM has provided a sense of security for me and my family,\u201d she shared.<\/p>\n