October 23, 2000 (College of Micronesia, Palikir, FSM) - The first Scholarship Assistance was awarded on this date to COM student.  In recognition of STAP's continuing support to education, The College of Micronesia awarded STAP with a certificate of appreciation. 

Photo: (from left to right) Rose de Mesa - Bueno, STAP Director, Ringlen Ringlen, COM VP for Student Affairs, Anabelle Gonzales, STAP Director, Susan Moses, COM President, Jojo Pulmano, STAP President, COM Student, Edith Samonte, STAP Director, Nani Estrope, STAP Director & Marie Rabano, STAP Director.