MAULION, KHO LEAD 2014 GRADUATES SSIS Celebrates Commencement Exercises Trishia Colyn D. Maulion, Grade 10, and Elizabeth C. Kho, Grade 6, received the highest honors in the SSIS Commencement Exercises held at the Freedon Hall of the Lyceum of the Philippines University on April 2, 2014. aulion and Kho are consist- Eunice B. Burgos led the invocation and honors and special awards, and pres- Lisette Cabuhat gave her testimonials ent honor students and win- the National Anthem respectively. The entation of Certificate of Recognition on how the school was able to help her ners in academic competi- Principal, Mr. Anthony Paul M. Calado to parents. The certificates and medals raise a brilliant son - Justice. Mtions both schoolwide and external. welcomed the parents, teachers, guests, were conferred by Mr. Peter P. Laurel, The candidates for graduation were Their valedictory addresses reflected and graduates while the ECED Coordi- Chairman; Dr. Genevieve Ledesma- presented by the principal and were their heartfelt gratitude to their parents, nator, Dr. Raquel D. Plata had the hon- Tan, Chief Executive Mentor; Ms. Ma. confirmed by Dr. Marl V. Ferenal, teachers, and friends for the genuine or of introducing the Guest Speaker, Theresita R. Yague; and Mr. Anthony School President. After the confir- support, encouragement, and friend- Mr. Lawrence Buck. Paul M. Calado. ship while they are in SSIS. mation, they were sworn into loyalty Mr. Buck, Southville Global Educa- With the awarding done, more speech- through the Alumni Pledge led by Mar- The graduation event was divided tion Network (SGEN) Academic Di- es followed – thanksgiving speech of ianne Mandigma, High School Honor- into two parts, first of which was the rector, encouraged the students to live Janis Ynnozenzia Faith D. Amorado, able Mention. Baccalaureate Mass officiated by Rev. a life of compassion, empathy, and re- High School Salutatorian and the val- The program ended with the gradua- Fr. Mateo Orario. The mass doubled as sponsibility. After his speech, Mr. Buck edictory speeches of Trishia Colyn D. a thanksgiving offering of the parents, received a Plaque of Appreciation from Maulion and Elizabeth C. Kho. A third tion song from the two groups of grad- teachers and graduates. Ms. Ma. Theresita R. Yague, Vice Presi- year student and transferee, Nisarg uates and the video presentations. To After the mass was the graduation dent for Allied Schools. Nigam also expressed his satisfaction capture the smiles behind the success, rites. To formally open the ceremony, Next came the most awaited part of of having chosen the best school for in- photographs were taken as souvenirs. Meinhard Benedict D. Capucao and the ceremony - the awarding of class ternational students. Meanwhile, Ms.

Trishia Colyn D. Maulion, Grade 10

Elizabeth C. Kho, Sayonara SSIS. Graduates show their last tribute to SSIS Grade 6 through a song and dance number.

SSIS: A BENCHMARK SSIS UNDERGOES EXTERNAL AUDIT, FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION RECERTIFICATION AWARDED he SSIS management, teachers, this country is in itself a confirmation fter undergoing a thorough audit for International Organization for Tand staff were overwhelmedthat SSIS is a leader in terms of quality Aconducted by the Certification Standardization. ISO requires an with pride when a Thai School Board international education – that foreign International on December 13, 2013 accredited institution to document visited SSIS on March 18, 2014. schools use as a benchmark with which and January 10, 2014, SSIS received its all procedures and instructions; and ISO 9001:2008 recertification. to set up, update, and control forms The guests from Yannarate Pattana to measure their own standards. Certification International is an and records. This system ensures that Pittiyakom School of Tangam Watbot, The interesting fact however, lies in international certification body that the organization is functioning in an Phitsanulok Thailand observed special the similarity of the two school’s mission specializes in providing independent orderly and efficient manner and that English classes in Senior Preparatory, and vision. While SSIS seeks to develop and accredited certification tothe resources are utilized effectively. Grade 6, and Grade 10. Their trip was students who excel in academics and organizations throughout the world. The results of this reassessment, triggered by their curiosity to know values, Yannarate Pattana Pittiyakom The certification gives an assurance including suggestions from the why Filipino students are good in School is committed to develop that the Quality Management System auditors pose as a challenge to English and why all students can speak students who have moral values and is verified and evaluated to see if it in English. continually improve and explore new knowledge. Thus, SSIS made sure that conforms to the prescribed standards opportunities. Audit results were The Thai school’s choice to visit our their visit was a productive, enjoyable, for an educational institution. discussed to the teachers during an school, among the many schools in and meaningful experience. ISO, on the other hand is an acronym informative seminar.

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knight is noble, valiant, and loyal. Being the king’s shield and protector, a knight is brave and fearless; ready to fight OF THE PRINCIPAL and strike whenever trouble comes for him. A man strong Mr. Anthony PAUL M. calado Aand gallant, he is sworn to uphold the holy values of faith, courage, On MUNA On P.A.S.S and honor to serve his fellowmen. He has many things to be proud he MUNA orientation was .A.S.S., so to say, was really of, but is always humble and stays grounded. He fights for what Ta fun and memorable ex- Pquite something. Something he can, as much as he can. And that, my friends, is what we are. perience. We were able to in- hard. Something enjoyable. Valiant Knights, and through the 18 years, Stonyhurst has molded OF BEGINNINGS AND ENDINGS teract with people from dif- Something new. It is something each and every student with the values of competence, character, ferent schools and got to learn you should not make light of, commitment to achieve, collaboration, and creativity that made us n behalf of the man- team of the school—from the things extraordinarily well”. agement, faculty, highly motivated students important information on how yet also something you would the exceptional and excellent kids we are now. But where did it all Having this in mind, I ex- MUNA will be. We were able to feel light about it. There are exactly come from? and staff of Stony- and their supportive parents hort everyone to RAISE THE Ohurst Southville International to the hardworking team of make an opening, a resolution, many ups and downs to P.A.S.S., BAR this academic year! I and a closing speech which were many tears shed, laughs spread, In all honesty, in the whole 18 years of existence of SSIS, there School (SSIS), Batangas Cam- the faculty and staff. challenge everyone to go be- all difficult to compose. sleepness nights, and triumps was never a proper identification or absolutely nothing at all rather, pus, I would like to welcome to call ourselves. All the other schools had their own names, but As we all embark on an- yond the usual, to get out of celebrated. everyone back to school for (Sophia Isabel Bautista) nothing really for Stonyhurst. Until 2013 came, and they decided other journey, let us keep in one’s comfort zone, to dream Academic Year 2013-2014. (Elizabeth C. Kho) to follow the hierarchy of SGEN schools beginning from its moth- mind that in order to achieve bigger, aim higher, and do er school, Southville International Schools and Colleges, or “The It is with great enthusi- our goal of ACHIEVING AC- more. It is only with this kind eing able to participate in Monarchs” as they call themselves. SSIS Malarayat got the title of asm that I open my first year ADEMIC AND VALUES EX- of attitude that we will all be Bthe orientation of this bril- rom P.A.S.S., I have learned “The Kings”, which left Batangas with the title of “The Order of the as the Principal of the SSIS CELLENCE, we must try our able to outdo ourselves from liant event was an amazing op- Flots of values. Though I had Valiant Knights”. This gave a great deal of excitement to us as we Batangas Campus. I had al- very best to live in a heroic our performance last academ- portunity to be a part of. It was lots of difficulties, I finished and had our own moniker, a name, a label, a true identity, and some- ways admired the high level manner our core mission of ic year. It is only through this outstanding to view and learn in the end, it was worth it. manifesting CHARACTER, thing to really call ourselves. Proud to say, that since we got the title, Viewpoint of achievement coming from frame of mind that we will be the process of how MUNA (Meinhard Benedict D. COMPETENCE, COMMIT- and actually even before that, we have already proven ourselves as Cydea Faye the students, faculty, and staff able to achieve the great suc- works. Furthermore, it was a Capucao) MENT TO ACHIEVE, COL- the great and mighty knights we really are. of the school in its 17 years of cess that we all aspire for. great experience to be able to Of Raising The Bar MarieC. Ylagan LABORATION, and CREA- be given the chance to interact Over the years, Stonyhurst has really helped these Knights reach existence and I am honored Let us all work together to TIVITY in everything that we with people of different cultures y experience in P.A.S.S. is their full potential. Teachers, parents, and kids have worked hand- lot of things have sports or talent. This goes to a few of the SGEN schools. to become part of its tradition make this 18th year of SSIS will do from the simplest to from schools all over the Philip- very awesome. When I in-hand to get out of their comfort zone and to show their talents evolved in this insti- show that the Knights have Sometimes, other students of excellence. Batangas the best that we had M the most complex of tasks. As pines. Superb experience! was still doing it, I was having a and skills in things that they never even knew they were good at! A tution. The school proven themselves even more seen yet. May we all be in- feel intimidated when they Taking on the baton of lead- we all strive to be the best that hard time and at the day of the lot of people have been witnesses to these beautiful transformations; Aopened its door to a new to be competitive and ready (Krizzia Mae Limpengco) know we’re part of the compe- ership from Ms. Donnabelle we can be, let us be guided spired and motivated to reach defense, I was so nervous. But from a quiet and timid little guy who grew up to be the school’s first Principal whose credentials to fight any battle that comes titions but that’s not the whole Atienza, I am filled with over- by the simple tenet that “ex- for our goals! when I started my presentation ever SGEN ambassador or a bibliophile who soon turned out to be and credibility are unques- at hand. We have proven that point. The whole point is that whelming excitement to work cellence is the natural result More power to all and God learned a lot from MUNA. We and the panelists started asking a member of the school’s winning band. SSIS has really taught their tionable. The school hired a living the “Quant Je Puis” with the entire educational of accomplishing ordinary bless all of us! witnessed how to debate with me questions, I realized that the students to get out and explore everything to unleash their hidden bunch of new teachers; and motto gives us that unique ca- we’ve shown everybody what I other delegates about the issues defense was fun and easy. In gifts. SSIS has trained these Knights to go beyond their capabilities welcomed new students, pability and undying strength we can do and what we’re ca- of various countries. We voted P.A.S.S., I learned to discipline and to push things to the limit. fresh and transferees alike; in- to face all the obstacles, chal- pable of. This year has been “for” or “against” a certain reso- myself. I also became more pa- ducted new sets of officers for lenges, battles, and competi- one of our best years so far. By the beginning of third term, there was already a record of over lution. It was also fun because tient. My advice to future re- the Student Council, Class, tions. With this, SSIS has be- THANKS TO YOU! 50+ victories in particular contests joined, not even counting the The Knights are al- we got to meet new friends from searchers is they have to do their and Clubs; adopted a moni- come one of the top schools ince my arrival in June we have now completed daily transportation service ones where we placed third and below, a record of 50+ victories ways up for anything. We are other schools. best because nothing else will where SSIS conquered and won the battles fair and square. Pageant ker Valiant Knights. With all in the SGEN community. I have learned so much Academic Year 2013-2014. to and from school, we know the front-liners to these bat- (Cardelyn Hernandez) help them pass P.A.S.S. wins, academic triumphs, athletic conquests… SSIS has truly em- these changes, it didn’t stop We are known to top com- about the school, our What a journey it has been! that your efforts and encour- the students from achieving tles. We’re geared up with our Sstudents, parents, teachers, We have been witness to the agement have contributed to (Margille T. Ramirez) bodied the meaning of excellence and brilliance in everything that petitions prepared for the more and being excellent. armors, shields, swords, and we do, be it academic or extra-curricular; we strive for the best and SGEN schools just like the staff, and the community. dedication and perseverance their success in school. learned how to make open- spears. No matter how much only the best. This school year, the SGEN Pageant, SGEN Battle Whether getting to find my of our students in their aca- As we draw the curtains on ing speeches into making hen it was the first day everyone else attacks us and way around or working on demics which has resulted in I Stonyhurst Southville International School is the home of the or- school topped a lot of compe- of the Bands, SGEN Academ- another school year, let us not resolutions. I learned a lot and of P.A.S.S., I thought it tries to bring us down, no- projects like the 18th Foun- many fulfilling and signifi- W der of the knights. The home of the fearless and the brave, long live titions, inside and outside the ic Olympiad and friendly soc- forget that learning is an “eve- met new people. I was making would be easy, but when the dation Celebration and the cant achievements. We have the heroes who fight dragons and move mountains to fight good school may it be academic, cer and basketball games with body could. ry moment of every day expe- my opening speech when one days passed, I realized it was not Closing Program, I have and hard in war to get what they deserve and to bring home vic- seen our students win cham- rience.” School may be over of the chairs came to our group as easy as I thought. alumknights been amazed, enthused, and pionships like the High tory. With gladness and pride, we surely will reign in supreme ex- on March 29th but each of us, and gave us some advice. When (Alfonso Levy F. Macaraig) corner in some cases, astounded at School Boys’ Basketball and cellence! young and old, continue to I told her I’m going to try, she Carl Adrian the wealth of talent, friendli- Football Teams, the School clapped and said “Good job!” G.O.A.L. Go On And Learn P. Castueras learn on a daily basis. I wish ness, and the warm welcome Band, the SGEN Pageant, and you all a very happy, safe, and (Maria Aitana Kassandra de .A.S.S. defense is more fun if I have received. In the very our Grade 10 graduates gain- goal is a journey in time, and you won’t always things can get hard on you, productive summer break. I Chavez) you understand your paper. In Touch Editorial Board best way possible I feel like ing acceptances at prestigious P itself. You always go succeed on the first try. That but that is when we learn the wish you and your children It is about knowing your topic I’ve been at SSIS Batangas for universities. and making sure that you an- Cydea Faye Marie C. Ylagan Maria Samantha Bernadette Pastor through a road on the is the journey in a goal. Ob- lessons life has to offer. Cross- some time together to be cre- Away to achieving it no mat- stacles would occasionally roads appear where you have many years rather than a brief All of our students’ achieve- he whole orientation started swer the questions that the pan- Editor in Chief Associate Editor ative and to have fun. I pray ten months. I want to take out slow, but it became in- elists ask you. ter how big it is. Every one of show up to challenge you and to choose the path to take but ments would not have been that everyone can take some T Senior Writers Junior Writers this opportunity to thank all teresting to watch when the del- us has a goal that we wish to then you learn a new lesson gradually things change and possible if not for the sup- time this summer to relax, re- (Nicole Franzel V. Beloso) Seline Abanto Anika Grace Asi teachers, staff, parents, and egates started to speak out their achieve; goals are what make in life. Your determination is as you go on, you learn more. port they received from all juvenate, and reflect on our other members of the com- resolutions and debate. The de- Sophia Isabel Bautista Nicola Jade Caparas our lives interesting in fact. also challenged in achieving Improvement sometimes ap- the members of our school many achievements. Also, let munity who have made me bate was really fun to watch and Meinhard Benedict Capucao A goal always starts as a plan, goals. pears in ways you’d least ex- community. Thank you to the us not forget to do some sum- Carl Anthony Castueras feel so welcome, helped me the audience was hilarious. They Jose Clarito Enriquez we think of what we want to One of the most time con- pect. In time, with the proper members of the faculty and mer reading to keep brain Kristine Claire Diomampo to settle into my new role, have a totally different sense of Katrina Garcia achieve in life, it could range suming goals is the goal of determination and choices, support staff who work tire- neurons active! and worked with me to en- humor compared to us. I am so Anne Marie Pernez from the smallest things, like self improvement. It is a re- you will make it one step clos- lessly to make learning at our Maki Kassandra Isabelle Garcia sure that all members of our I look forward to welcom- much looking forward to the Nicole Elisa Stephanie Soliman cleaning your desk, up to real- ally long journey to take espe- er to achieving self improve- school possible. Thank you Elizabeth Kho school community learn and ing all students back in June real MUNA. ly big goals like succeeding in cially because it’s a really big ment. also to all our parents and Jennidy Roan Tan Laura Patrice Lira achieve to the best of their refreshed and ready for a new life. After knowing what you thing to change something So whenever you have a guardians who support our (Jennidy Roan Tan). Eileen Marguerite Triste Lelaine Mercado ability. Most especially, thank year of learning, success, and want in life, you go to the next in you. Obstacles and chal- goal, even if you are not suc- students in so many ways. you to all the students who progress. Lastly, congratula- Cassandra Zaini Anwar Ginnel Morales step which is trying achieving lenges present themselves to ceeding, remember that you Whether you attended com- have made coming to school tions to everyone for having Adviser that goal. That is where you test how determined you are will “go on and learn” on the petitions, games, or programs, Artists each day, a real joy and bless- RAISED THE BAR OF EX- Ms. Caroline V. Hernandez “go on and learn”. Achieving in achieving self improve- way. A goal will give you les- helped and encouraged with Principal ing not just to me but to all of CELLENCE successfully this Bea Bernardo your goal is not always easy, ment. At times your past sons no matter what the re- homework, exams, and pro- year! Angelica De Torres Mr. Anthony Paul M. Calado sometimes it takes a very long self seems to come back and sults will be. us who work here. jects, provided a morning It is hard to imagine that wake-up call, or served as a CLOSING PROGRAM FEATURES DANCE REVOLUTION Grade 10 Students Make School Honors Grade 10 Legacy n a testimonial dinner on March ith the theme “Dance cle its eighteen years of existence. Started (G3 Confidence); 2004 - 28, the school honored the Revolution”, a music and Crazy in Love (G3 Courage); 2005 a Mark of excellence I W The following dances were fea- Grade 10 students for successfully dance presentation marked the - Pump it (G4 Benevolence); 2006 tured: 1996 - Macarena (Nurs- hurdling the numerous challenges closing of the academic year - Chocolate (G4 Compassion); ery Love and Kinder Kindness) Several Grade 10 students have made their of Basic Education and for leaving 2013-2014. 2007 - Beautiful Girl, Me Love, Beautiful Life (Nursery Love and mark in terms of university entrance tests and Take You There mash up (G5 a legacy in terms of service and re- In the program held at Batangas Kinder Joy); 1997 - Men in Black scholarship grant. This is but a manifestation Humility); 2008 - Don’t Stop the sponsibility. City Convention Center (BCCC) (JP Respect), Barbie Girl (JP Hon- that our graduates are more than ready to take Music (G6 Perseverance); 2009 - Who will ever forget their CAS on March 29, 2014, each section esty); 1998 - Dr. Jones (SP Peace), bigger, better challenges in college. from Pre-School to High School Follow the Leader (SP Unity); Club Can’t Handle Me (G7 Dili- project Alice in the Wonderschool displayed brilliant performances 1999- I want it that Way, Baby One gence); 2010 - Boom Boom Pow where they raised funds for the The legacy. Sir AC acknowledges the Grade 10 students’ gift to the school. which are products of week-long More Time, Tearin’ Up my Heart (G7 Competence); 2011 - Party eonardo Miguel V. needy? Who will not be impressed Rock Anthem, Run the World, On Lanto landed on with their portfolios and P.A.S.S.? preparations and intense practice. Mash up (G1 Discipline); 2000 - L The program started with an in- tion. The Toast for Success was led The presentations were inspired by It’s Gonna Be Me, Oops! I Did it the Floor mash up (G8 Commit- Top 6 in the Admis- And who will not envy their tenac- vocation led by Kent Marasigan by the Student Council President, the dance hits of the year, begin- Again, and Come on Over mash ment); 2012 - Pop State of Mind sions Exam - Faculty ity when it comes to competitions? and a welcome speech by the Prin- Cydea Faye Marie Ylagan, the Par- ning the birth of SSIS in 1996, to up (G1 Generosity); 2001 - Dirty (G9 Wisdom); and Feel this Mo- of Information Systems These are only some of the legacy cipal, Mr. AC Calado. The Class ent’s Toast by Dr. Alice Amorado, the present year. The celebration, Pop 2 (G2 Industry); 2002 - Es- ment, What Does the Fox Say, Say Engineering at the Uni- that the Grade 10 students will President Diane Samantha Chua the Department Coordinator’s which can be classified as sequel of cape, Skater Boy, and Let’s Get the Something, Best Dance Mash up Enjoying themselves. Mindless of the audience, students versity of Santo Tomas leave in SSIS. was first to give a testimonial. Toast by Ms. Sharon Fabaliña and the 18th foundation anniversary Party Started mash up (G2 Re- (G10 Responsibility) enjoy and lose themselves in the music. (UST). He is among the These feats were recounted in the the former Principal’s Toast by Ms. of the institution served to chroni- sourcefulness); 2003 - Let’s Get it Upper 10% of the total The class gave out little mementos number of examinees in the admissions exam in the testimonials given by people who to the parents and teachers. They Donnabelle Atienza. The VP for SSIS DOMINATES SGEN PAGEANT: Faculty of Electronics Engineering, also at UST. touched their lives - their Home- also handed a gift to the school, Allied Schools Ms. Therestia Yague room Adviser in ECED, Ms. Meri- two units of desk microphones also graced the event. To cap the SENIOR PREP PUPILS UNLEASH TALENT IN DANCE Portugal, Macaraig Crowned Mr. and Ms. Teen SGEN an Aguilar; Homeroom Adviser in which are very useful in meetings. program, Marianne Mandigma arren Neil M. Tiu Grade School, Ms. Marissa Gut- Tribute videos were shown before led the students’ in the Student’s oung achievers showed that they can do more than sing and develop a love for this country ceived the Best in National is on the Top 9, Ad- ierrez; and a Grade 10 Parent, Dr. the Registrar, Ms. Ella Cecilia Bali- Pledge. The event ended in a com- dance inside the classroom – they’ve done it in an outside D Y for in the future they will be Costume and Ms. Congenial- missions Exam - Sports Lulu Fontanilla. na launched the Alumni Associa- munity song – the SSIS Hymn. the school competition! Senior Preparatory students took home the ones to own and develop ity award. Science College of Re- First Runner-Up Honors in the Creative Dance Competition of this nation.” Andrea Loise F. habilitation Sciences at the BCPRISA (Batangas City Private Schools Association) on The pair proved that they Macaraig beamed with confi- the University of Santo December 7, 2013. were worthy of the Mr. and Tomas (UST). He is Tiu, Burgos, Hailed Prom King and Queen dence during the Teen SGEN Ms. Teen SGEN title. Their re- Dressed in their scuba diving gear, the kids displayed their among the Upper 6% of Pageant held on September gal features stood out among he dazzling Darren Neil Tiu synchronized steps, their graceful movements, and their confident the total number of ex- 2013. the candidates and they exud- and the enchanting Eunice smiles. aminees in the admis- T Her partner, Donn Victor ed unparalleled brilliance in sions exam in the Faculty of Civil Engineering, Burgos were crowned Prom King The teacher-coaches Trs. Mish, Aera, and Meanne were very DL Portugal III, also showed all the events in the pageant. and Queen in the recently con- proud of the enthusiasm, energy, and talent shown by the students. his conviction that men and Even during the photo shoot, cluded Junior-Senior Promenade women should be equal. “In the tandem undoubtedly ex- ustice C. Cabuhat held at the Malvar Tent of the Ho- our country, men and women uded beauty, elegance, and Jpassed the Univer- tel Ponte Fino, Batangas City. sity of the Philippines should be treated equal be- poise. Meanwhile, Donn Victor Por- College Admission Test cause they are created equal.” tugal and Andrea Loise Macaraig For several years, SSIS dele- (UPCAT) and his high were conferred the Prom Prince Epitome of beauty. Mr. and Ms. Their witty responses to gates were always getting ma- score won him an invi- Vintage King and Queen. Darren and Eunice strike a pose and Prom Princess awards. These Teen SGEN Vicvic and Andrea the questions won the hearts jor wins in the SGEN Pageant. tation to take the Ad- with the equally striking Ms. Lulu. students garnered majority of the radiate beauty and elegance of the judges and the audi- This celebration of beauty is vanced Placement Ex- ence. Vicvic and Andrea did organized to promote culture amination (APE). The votes from the juniors and seniors Atienza and Sir AC Calado. After the ceremonies, the who attended the momentous oc- “The greatest problem that not only win the crown, they of international friendship, purpose of the APE is Bequeathal speeches were ren- senior students of both campuses casion. the youth of today is facing is grabbed most of the awards in one global family, and service to allow the students to earn advanced credit units dered by Senior class presidents were awed to watch the surprise Kid power. We are young, but we achieve! that they lack a sense of na- the pageant, namely; Mr. and for global peace; and to pro- by examination in the basic courses and accelerate The JS Prom is indeed an occa- to pass on the Key of Responsibil- video presentations featuring testi- tionalism. They always have to Ms. Photogenic, Best in For- mote and intertwine physical completion of their curricula. Justice also qualified sion to remember as SSIS Batan- ity to the Junior classes. In turn, monials and photographs prepared be aware of what is happening mal Wear, and Best in Beach beauty, intelligence, and tal- to high-end universities such as Ateneo, De La Salle gas and Malarayat campuses once Junior class presidents delivered by the juniors. Adding to the en- Subtle Core 2.0 wins Battle of the Bands in the country. They have to Wear. Moreover, Andrea re- ent. Univeristy, and University of Santo Tomas. again convened to celebrate their acceptance speeches as they hand tertainment, selected students first formal entry into the world of Sophia Isabel Bautista over to the seniors the Goblet of from both schools also performed Ms. Angela Vidal, the Science adults. Friendship which symbolizes con- ydea Faye Marie the Cotillon de Honor. Teacher and Band Moderator. SSIS Joins City Fiesta Parade The program started with the tinuous love and harmony even af- C. Ylagan is a re- After the sumptuous din- Through an audition, she hand- Jennidy Roan O. Tan C processional in which the students ter graduation. Subsequently, the cipient of the Sotero H. ner, the ballroom was filled with picked the best students with xploring Batangas City gal III and Andrea Loise F. Laurel Barangay Schol- paraded in their vintage inspired class advisers led the students in music and dancers. The night natural talents from Grades during the week of Janu- Macaraig graced the parade ar for AY 2014-2015 gowns and suits. After which, Ms. the candle ceremony. It was high- E ended in a community song, pho- 8-10. Subtle Core 2.0 consists ary 7-16 has been a com- while carrying a small rep- at the Lyceum of the Rushel Masilang was called to lead lighted by the exchange of candles of 8 members, namely, Eunice mon thing for Batangueños. lica of the Sto. Niño. Philippines University, the prayer. The occasion was for- between students of Batangas and to shoots, and farewells. Till next Music in our core. Subtle core members mally opened by Ms. Donnabelle students of Malarayat. year! proudly hold the championship trophy. Burgos (Pianist), Kim Hernan- The weeklong celebration The SSIS student council Batangas. The four-year dez (Drummer), Miguel Lanto is highlighted by a fluvial is also well-represented in scholarship is awarded he results were down to 2 that could show the Batangas (Rhythm Guitarist), Janjo Cas- procession where the icon the parade with SC President to deserving students bands which were Subtle Knights’ pride. T tillo (Lead Guitarist), Bea Ber- of Sto. Niño, Batangas City’s Cydea Faye Marie C. Ylagan who passed the rigid qualifying examination. In Grade 10 Raises Funds for a Cause Core 2.0 from Batangas Cam- The night of November 27, nardo (Bass Guitarist), and patron saint is paraded on at the forefront. Joining her more than 500 examinees, only 25 were conferred pus and 50-50 from Malarayat The Grade 10 students acquired over and dancers. Some excelled at direct- 2013 was an unforgettable night Harvey Ignacio and AyetTriste a decorated float. This city was Luciano Giuseppe P. the scholarship. Campus. The whole audience P40,000 in ticket sales from their Crea- ing, while others excelled at scriptwrit- that the SSIS community could (Vocalists). All members said is also prepped with a lot of Lira, Miguel Iñigo U. Gar- was waiting anxiously and both tivity, Action, and Service (CAS) musi- ing. look back at for the SY 2013- contests, pageants, celebrity cia, Anika Grace Asi, James Stonyhurst schools were pray- that it was a fun, amazing, won- cal play, Alice in Wonderschool, shown True to its nomenclature, Creativity, 2014. The school band, Sub- shows, presentations, food, Angelo Delos Angeles, and ing for their band to win. Once derful, great, and awesome ex- in SSIS Hall from September 12-14, Action, and Service, the CAS play was a tle Core 2.0, competed against and party decors. Helena Esguerra. Ms. Emily the results were about to be an- perience but the importance 2013. test of the students’ creativity which was two other schools at Southville For three consecutive years, Ylagan was also there to be nounced, the bands and audi- of the journey was becoming a The play portrayed Alice’s journey, translated into action when the play was International Schools and Col- the school has been part of with the students. ence went into a deep silence. family. “Winning was just a bo- from being a girl who is not proud of staged, and funds were donated to char- leges, Las Pinas and brought this blissful event. This year’s “Congratulations Subtle Core nus price,” Eunice Burgos said. Participating in city events herself to a young lady who has found ity in the name of service. home the trophy for their bril- parade has also been a tad is one way of showing that 2.0 for getting first place!” The They were all proud to repre- her talent and is now beaming with The CAS teacher and coach, Ms. Sha- liant rendition of Titanium and different from the past two we, as an organization be- Batangas crowd went wild by sent the school by doing some- confidence. The play showcased the ron Fabaliña was very elated to hear the Don’t Stop Believing. years as the Mr. &Ms. SGEN longs to and care for the making shouts, claps, cheers, thing they love. Music is their talents of each student. Some of them commendations coming from the audi- 2014 Donn Victor D. Portu- community. and almost any possible noise Credits for the win also go to passion. were good comedians, singers, actors, ence. BOOK MONTH ACTIVITIES Parade of Nations Highlights Global Month CAMPING TEACHES RESPONSIBILITY AND INDEPENDENCE KIDS HAVE FUN IN BOOT CAMP HONE STUDENTS TO READ AND SPEAK Ginnel Morales Mr. Ronald Cena ithout minding too much about the chilling temperature, grade school students of re-School stu- and black t-shirts. delighted with the ast November 2013, Jeorgette Sophia En- mates. The winners are: The Parade of Nations sented. After the parade visitors. Each visitor or sales in the Scholas- riquez (SP Unity), Ma- Samantha Nicole Babao SSIS Batangas went out for their annual camping at Bluroze Farms, Parks, and Wild- dents experi- They had physical program. L and the Global Tour and opening ceremonies, tourist carried passports P tic Book Fair grossed up ria Bernadette Landicho life in Lodlod, Lipa City, January 22-23, 2014. enced life in the games to develop (Grade 7 Competence), each class visited the dif- KIP is a program were the top events of the which were stamped by W outdoors during to around P90,000. This (Grade 1), and Rafael their motor skills Fritz Dutchess Beloso ferent classrooms which The first day of camping was attended only by grades four to six students who had a lot of fun that aims to teach record breaking history Landicho (Grade 2). Global Month culmina- teachers posing as immi- their Kinesthetic (Grade 7 Diligence), were decorated with hurdling challenges set out by the Center for Outdoor Recreation and Education Co. (CORE). To and to test their interrelated sub- along with the activities The winners in Grades tion held on October 14, gration officials. Intelligence Pro- Krizzia Mae Limpengco sceneries, famous land- strengthen camaraderie, team presentations highlighted the campfire. mental agility in jects through a se- below made the Book 3-4 Category are: An- 2013. gram (KIP) on Feb- (Grade 8 Commitment), marks, valuables, and dif- Students learned a lot The next day was even more fun as grades one to three joined in. The kids were given a separate facing challenging ries of educational Month Celebration a jirehl Ernest Godfrei ruary 21, 2014. Nicole Dragone (Grade Children from different ferent products, mostly of things about differ- set of activities suitable to their age and physique. situations. Lastly, games, songs, and huge success. Zapata (Champion), 9 Wisdom), and Cydea levels modeled traditional ent countries – the cul- The activity was they ate in caboo- physical activities. Sufia Dominique Mar- delicacies from the fea- The second day was a little more challenging for Grades 4 to 6 campers as they had to do rap- Storytelling. The Faye Marie Ylagan and modern costumes of ture, traditions, and the a simulation of a dle style, to develop The variety of ac- tinez (2nd Place), and tured countries. It was pelling and wall climbing. Yuan Alcantara and Abby Aspi proved to be the best wall climbers and Nursery, Kinder and (Grade 10 Responsibil- boot camp wherein the spirit of shar- tivities builds confi- Juliana Irish Portugal the countries they repre- practically a feast for the clothes they wear. Gian Jobog and Katrina Garcia were the best in rapelling. Such were really thrilling experiences Preparatory students ity). the kids dressed ing and unity. The dence, socialization (3rd Place). The vic- not only for students but for teachers who tried. read children’s stories Book Quiz Bee. This in their camp gear kids, though tired skills, and discipline tors in Grades 5-6 Cat- SSIS Camping is held annually not just to promote camaraderie among students but to give to develop their reading is a group contest where of military fatigue were undoubtedly among the kids. egory are: Cedryck opportunities for them to learn responsibility and independence. Meanwhile, the names of the and speaking skills. children had to answer Gerard Glendale Guda teams and students who stood out in the challenges are as follows: Hallmark Recitation. questions from Hun- (Champion), Meinhard Challenges for Grades 1-3 Grades 1 and 2 students Benedict Capucao (2nd ger Games. The follow- recited their hallmarks ing emerged victorious: Team Yell LUNTIAN Place), and Angela Ju- Turtle Race BUGHAWAN All Things Bright and liet Espina (3rd Place). Trixia Lariz Caraos, Aim high. A camper struggles to reach the top in a Alphabet Maze PULAHAN wall-climbing activity. Beautiful and Trees in The best spellers in High Anne Marie Pernez, and front of a large audi- Maria Samantha Berna- Two Rope Bridge DILAWAN School are: Eileen Mar- Three Rope Bridge LUNTIAN ence. dette Pastor (Champi- guerite Triste (Cham- Wheel-to-Go DILAWAN & PULAHAN ons); Samantha Nicole I can do it! A young girl inches her way to the finish lines Chorale Reading and pion), Nicole Elisa Hula Hoop Relay LUNTIAN & BUGHAWAN Babao, Julianne Louise in one of the obstacles. Read and Act. Students Stephanie Soliman (2nd Maze PULAHAN of Grades 3 and 4 and Place), Maria Samantha Castillo, and Mark De Grades 5 to 6 read a sto- Bernadette Pastor (3rd Jesus (2nd Place); Boris SSIS goes global. Pupils show off with the traditional Challenges for Grades 4-6 Earthquake and Fire Drills Promote Disaster ry assigned to them. Place). Deo Asi, Zamantha Ann costumes of their assigned country. Orienteering LUNTIAN Nicole Datinguinoo, Spelling Quiz Bee. Dramatic Mono- Campfire Presentation LUNTIAN Preparedness and Cardelyn Hernan- Maria Kassandra Isabelle Garcia The Spelling Champs in logue. In this contest, Log In/Log Out DILAWAN dez (3rd Place). ECED are: Ranya Lor- the high school students Low-V BUGHAWAN n compliance to safety pro- to avoid suffocation as smoke raine Encina (SP Peace); challenged their class- Ropes Course PULAHAN Campfire’s burning. On a chilly February night, camp- cedures prescribed by the tends to rise and stay on top. MATH, SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY WEEK HELD ers get toasty around the fire. I Confidence Line LUNTIAN government, a fire drill and an The fire drill taught everyone SSIS Celebrate Fun-Filled Buwan ng Wika In SSIS, September is (3rd); Grade 3- Mikae- Janine Ashley Moreno Bengala Walk BUGHAWAN earthquake drill were held last how to be alert and observe the By: Annika Grace D. Asi designated as the Math, la Ysabel Valdez (1st), (3rd); Grade 3 - Mikaela Uranium Transfer DILAWAN January 15 and February 24, proper and protective steps to Science and Technology Persus Atienza (2nd), Ysabel Valdez (1st), Prin- safety. ons of fun-filled ac- Masining na Pagkuku- where all classes had to Team Walk PULAHAN 2014 respectively. These events (MST) Month. This is Gleanne Veana Vasquez cess Paula Margareth tivities highlighted wento. come up with the most Black Hole BUGHAWAN aimed to prepare the SSIS com- The earthquake drill took T the time of the year when (3rd); Grade 4 - Angela De Chavez (2nd), Pierre the Buwan ng Wika number of Batangueño Wheel-to-Go BUGHAWAN munity during times of unto- 4 minutes and 17 seconds to Contests in arts con- students are required to Cathlynne Aganda (1st), Alexis Pagsinohin (3rd); Maze BUGHAWAN Celebration last August words - words that are ward incident or disasters. evacuate to the field. There sisted of Paggawa ng Is- show their competence Mark Bernard Angelo Grade 4 - Angela Cath- Mine Field DILAWAN 2013. uniquely from Batangas. During the fire drill all of were no students left and hurt logan for Grade School in these subjects that re- Villena (2nd), Gio An- lynne Aganda (1st), Mark Grade 4 Compassion Island Hopping DILAWAN the students, faculty, staff, and as well. Everyone was taught The first activity was and Paggawa ng Poster quire higher order think- gelo Jobog (3rd); Grade Bernard Angelo Vil- was awarded a special that in these situations, one a mini-parade of the for High School. The ing skills. 5 - John Henry Casao lena (2nd), Jualiana Irish Team Yell BUGHAWAN guests evacuated in the field. citation as the class with must “Duck, Cover, and Hold” pre-school kids in their team of Nathan Balm- (1st), Frankie Ephraim Portugal (3rd); Grade The drill took 3 minutes and 4 the richest Batangueño Themed as “Achieving to protect the head from pos- national costume, ad- es, Samantha Comia, Hernandez (2nd), Miguel 5 - Nicola Jade Caparas seconds. No students were left vocabulary. Academic and Values Ex- Joel Magsino (3rd); (1st), Frankie Ephraim Grade 4 Students Receive First Communion behind and hurt. After that, the sible falling objects. hering to the theme Mikaela Valdez, and cellence through Math, Laura Patrice Lira The event that was Grade 6 - Elizabeth Kho Hernandez (2nd), Iana participants went to the gym- After the drills, everyone be- “Kasuotan at Pagkaing Caomhie Ylagan won Science, and Technolo- Last November 29, 2013, the Grade 4 stu- ing their dresses and long sleeves and looked Pansarili, Ating Ipag- most enjoyed by the (1st), Meinhard Benedict Issis Jamela Portugal nasium where they learned came well-educated of what Category A; while An- gy”, MST month featured dents of both sections, Benevolence and Com- very much ready to take the Holy Eucharist. malaki”. drea Alcantara, Abby students was Palarong Capucao (2nd), Jose Da- (3rd); Grade 6 - Katrina what to do when in case of fire. to do in times of disaster, and several challenges that passion, celebrated the Sacrament of the Holy The celebrant was Fr. Matty Orario. The Grade Aspi, Betsy Kho, and Pinoy. The students vid Javier (3rd); Grade Garcia (1st), Elizabeth One example is instead of run- everyone is ready in times of Speaking contests aim to develop competi- Eucharist. It took place in the Parish of the School students were watching as well as the Tref Olavere dominated gathered in the gym and 7 Gemm Morales (1st), Kho (2nd), Meinhard ning, one is supposed to crawl emergencies. such as Pagbigkas ng formed groups to play tiveness in these subjects Most Holy Trinity. parents of the first communicants. Category B. Art enthu- Denroe Ephraim Her- Benedict Capucao (3rd); Tula for Grades 1 and 2 games such as Piko or and provide students siasts Janis Amorado, nandez (2nd), Zamantha Grade 7 Boris Deo Asi Before the Holy Communion, the students For the Grade 4 students, the Communion and Masining na Pag- Sipa. After the games, with an experience that PUPILS LEARN BUDGET MANAGEMENT THROUGH G.I.D.E.S. Diane Chua, and Cydea Ann Nicole Datinguinoo (1st), Samantha Nicole attended a recollection to prepare them for the Day is a day that they will always remember kukuwento for High they went to their re- emphasizes applications pplication is one of the amount of purchase. Ylagan landed the first (3rd); Grade 8 Noreen Babao (2nd), Mark De important spiritual event. On the day of the because it is the day that they fully accepted the School were held. Lyn- spective classrooms to of problem solving and higher thinking skills place for poster mak- Christine Cabatay (1st), Jesus (3rd); Grade 8 - communion, the Grade 4 students were wear- lord in their lives. A This activity aimed to help delle Navarro and Raph- partake of the Filipino teamwork. that the school is teaching the ing. Krizzia Mae Limpengco Carl Anthony Castueras children to apply in real life aella Jobog got the first food they brought. The In Tickle your Minds (2nd), Eileen Marguerite (1st), Noreen Christine students. It is seen when the situations the concept they place in Grade 1 and 2 Another activ- fun-filled activitieswith Mad Science, the students are able to solve prob- Triste (3rd); Grade 9- Ni- Cabatay (2nd), Nicole Nutrition Month is Food Expo 2013 learn in Math about the value respectively. The class of ity was the Patalasan ng made the students more teachers showed amazing sarg Nigam (1st), Trixia Elisa Stephanie Soliman Jose Clarito Enriquez lems by applying acquired and importance of money, and Grade 10 Responsibility Wikang Pilipino sa mga excited to celebrate Fil- experiments to the Pre- Lariz Caraos (2nd), Rod- (3rd); Grade 9 - Trixia knowledge, facts, and rules in a SSIS celebrated Nutrition 1-4 students were assigned about the different nutritious in English about lists and items bagged the first place in Batangueñong Salita, ipinism. School students. den Jose de Chavez (3rd); Lariz Caraos (1st), Lu- different way. Month on July 2013, through to come up with snacks, so food and to taste the food as in supermarket. It also made To test the students’ Grade 10 - Darren Neil ciano Guiseppe Lira a Food Nutrition Expo. The there were different kinds of In line with this, students the students feel more respon- knowledge in Science Tiu(1st), Eunice Burgos (2nd), Anne Marie Pern- aim of the celebration is to sandwiches – peanut well. from Grades 1-6 were given the sible and proud of themselves and Math, there were (2nd), and Justice Cabu- ez (3rd); Grade 10 - Janiz encourage students to eat butter with bananas chance to learn budget man- as they do simple yet impor- two separate Quiz Bees hat (3rd). Ynnozenzia Faith Amo- healthy food to develop a turned out to be the agement in a Marketing Activ- tant tasks. Because of the com- held. The winners of the Meanwhile, the follow- rado (1st), Marianne healthy body. bestseller. Desserts Mandigma (2nd), and ity on December 9, 2013 at SM plexity of the tasks, the budget Math Quiz Bee per level ing students prevailed Each section filled their din- were present in the Frances Eunice Ramos Supermarket, Batangas City. management is incorporated include: Grade 1 - Jul- in the Science Quiz Bee: ing tables with nutritious but Grades 5-6 dining ta- (3rd). Parents provided their chil- within the G.I.D.E.S. (Gifted- lienne Sicily Enriquez Grade 1- Nicolo Simon easy-to-prepare food. Chil- bles. The high school dren with shopping money and ness through Interdisciplinary (1st) Kirsty Smith (2nd), Balina (1st), Maria Ber- The brainy champions dren from Pre-School pre- students prepared the a list of the things to be bought. Educational Strategies) and Alexa Martinez (3rd); nadette Landicho (2nd), of the Sudoku Challenge pared fruit salad and fruit main course. Accompanied by teachers, stu- S.P.E.L.L.S. (Strategic Pro- Grade 2- Juan Rafael Alexa Martinez (3rd); are Justin Herald Tan for punch. They brought fruits Students were given Landicho(1st), Denis Grade 2 - Alfonso Raph- Grade School and Janis dents were given enough time gram for Emergent Literacy Proud to be a Filipino. Lyndelle Navarro confidently recites such as apples, grapes, mel- a few minutes to visit her winning piece. Josiah Ramos (2nd), Al- ael Ofreneo (1st), Juan Ynnozenzia Faith Amo- ons, bananas, watermelons other classrooms for Working together. Diego is assisted by Teacher to compare prices, choose via Learning Shop) for second Rhea in preparing a healthy snack. fonso Raphael Ofreneo Rafael Landicho (2nd), rado for High School. and many more. Grades them to know more products, and estimate the term. IN TOUCH EDITOR WINS FIRST IN AFSL ESSAY WRITING SSIS Student Council President tion and SISC – International Bac- Channel. GRADE SCHOOL WIZARDS REAP LAURELS IN MTAP and In Touch Editor- in- Chief calaureate (IB). The first and second day of the rade School contenders to the Division Cydea Faye Marie Ylagan bagged AFSL is an organization that congress featured the Academic Finals of the 2014 Metrobank-MTAP one of the most prestigious med- aims to hone the youth in terms Olympiad and Amazing Race re- Challenge added more laurels to our als coveted by seventeen schools G of leadership and good govern- spectively. Samantha Nicole Ba- collection of awards and medals. The team of nationwide. ance. The theme of this year’s bao participated in Extemporane- Juan Rafael Landicho and Kirsten Gabrielle Al- Cyd, as she is popularly known, congress centered on “Empower- ous Speech while Leonardo Miguel mario (Grade 3) won First Place while the tan- won first place in the Essay Writing ing the Leaders of Tomorrow.” The Lanto co-presented with another dem of Elizabeth Kho and Meinhard Benedict Contest of the Asian Federation of resource speakers included people student leader, the Project Charter Capucao (Grade 6) bagged the Second Place. Student Leaders (AFSL), winning who made exemplary accomplish- drafted by their group. Moreover, Rafael Landicho and Betsy Kho over other student leaders from re- ments in different fields, namely; The congress which gathered were awarded Second Honors while Meinhard nowned schools such as Cebu In- Dr. Custer Deocaris, a scientist; Mr. around 200 student leaders from Capucao was conferred the Third Honors. Hon- ternational School, Brent Interna- Alfredo Calayan, former Student private and international schools ors are special awards given to challengers tional School-Baguio, De La Salle Council President of SISC; and Ms. nationwide, was held at SISC-Lux- who garnered high scores during the elimina- -Zobel, Southville International Sally Bellosillo, a contributor of Na- emburg Campus on January 17- tion round. School and Colleges Basic Educa- tional Geographic and Discovery 18, 2014. Other pupils who competed in the finals in- cluded Maria Bernadette Landicho and Maria RAMOS LANDS 2nd KHO ACES MATH OLYMPIAD Grace Lyndelle Navarro (Grade 1); Mikaela Ysa- RUNNER-UP IN ESSAY Elizabeth C. Kho of Grade 6 Persever- to the prestigious battle of the Math wiz- bel Valdez and Persus Atienza (Grade3); Mark Bernard Angelo Villena and Angela Cathlynne ance emerged as the Champion in the ards. She represented the Batangas City Frances Eunice Ramos added a Aganda (Grade 4); Frankie Ephraim Hernandez 10th Division Math Olympiad held in Sta. Division in the regional competition. She feather to our cap as she won 2nd run- and John Henry Casao (Grade 5). Prior to the the top ten scorers who will compete in the fi- advance to the finals. Here is the list of high ner-up in the Essay Writing Contest trained with her coach, Tr. Maris Guttierez. Rita Elementary School on August 30, division finals, the delegates had to go through school contenders: Samantha Nicole Babao held at Adamson University on Janu- Betsy, as everyone calls her is consistently nal round. The following students joined the 2013. the elimination round to qualify. During the ary 14, 2014. The contest is part of the in the honors’ list. She is also in Kumon’s elimination: Aybe Julienne Flores, Ray Emma- and Marvin Mandigma (Grade 7); Nicole Elisa elimination round, more than twentypublic 15th Junior Physiklaban National Sec- Kho bested more than ten contenders advanced level in Math and Reading. nuel Masangkay, Pierre Alexis Pagsinohin, Gio Stephanie Soliman and Eileen Marguerite Tris- and private schools participated. Each of the te (Grade 8); and Darren Neil Tiu and Eunice ondary Schools Competition. There Angelo Jobog, Miguel Joel Magsino, and Jose were 27 public and private schools three participants per grade level was required Burgos (Grade 10). The delegates were trained David Javier. from Batangas, Laguna, Pangasinan, to answer 50 math questions. The scores of by their able Math teachers, Trs. Mary, Cardz, and the National Capital Region which VALDEZ COPS SECOND PLACE IN REGIONAL ESSAY WRITING the contestants were combined to determine The high school students were also able to Maris, Queenie, and Sharon. joined the competition, thus emerg- ing as second runner-up among pres- Mikaela Ysabel Valdez combined her Batangas City Division of Private Schools tigious science schools is already a excellent writing skills, Science knowledge, in the competition that was held in SSIS CONQUERS SGEN ACADEMIC OLYMPIAD great achievement. and unwavering determination to win Antipolo City on November 16. Nicole Elisa Stephanie Soliman Once again SSIS soared to greater heights as ble for SSIS to acclaim being the back-to-back Samantha Bernadetter Pastor (Spelling); Marvin Popularly known in school as Franc- Second Place in the 11th Regional Science A consistent honor student and a its students conquered the SGEN Academic Ol- es, this senior student transferred to Essay Writing Contest – Elementary Level, frequent winner of in-house contests, champion in this category. Mandigma, Nicole Elisa Stephanie Soliman, Ni- ympiad held at Southville International School Stonyhurst in her sophomore year and thereby qualifying for the national finals Ysabel proved that she can win bigger On the other hand, the team for the quiz sarg Nigam (Quiz Bee); Mikael Armel Aquino, had been a part of her close-knit peer and Colleges last September 18, 2013. Nineteen held in January 2014 in Baguio City. battles. She trained with her English bee composed of Samantha Nicole Babao, Carl Anjanette Leynes, and Jennidy Roan Tan (Ex- group eversince. Her talent in writing students represented the school during the Being the champion in the Division teacher, Gen Javellana. temporaneous Speaking). is showcased in her reflections, essays, Anthony Castueras, and Rodden Jose De Chavez Level, Ysabel was the representative of competition that was divided into three major and other writing activities in school. categories: Spelling Bee, Quiz Bee, and Extem- ranked third. Coaches Sir Jerome Arellano, Miss Ghea- Her simple yet definitive style of writ- poraneous Speaking. Other representatives who actively par- Calalo, Miss Lulu Bautista, Miss Queenie Flores, ing and her academic performance in ticipated are: Boris Deo Asi, Mark De Jesus, Card- and Miss Sharon Fabaliña are very proud of the the Physics subject caught the atten- BABAO EARNS 3rd PLACE IN PATALASAN NG LAHI Eileen Marguerite Triste and Julianne tion of her teacher-trainor Ms. Agnes Louise Castillo landed first and second respec- elyn Hernandez, Bea Bernardo, Angelica De Tor- accomplishments and success of the students Cortes who sent her to the competi- Samantha Nicole Babao, a freshman student, copped competition organized by tively during the Spelling Bee; making it possi- res, Trixia Lariz Caraos, Hannah Magsino, Maria during the Academic Olympiad. tion. Ms. Agnes also trained Janis Yn- the 3rd place in the highly acclaimed University of the University of the Philip- nozenzia Faith Amorado and Trishia the Philippines’ Patalasan ng Lahi – Extemporaneous pines-Batangan on October Colyn Maulion for Physics Quiz Bee in SSIS STUDENTS BAG AWARDS IN SM INVASION 2013 Speech Category. 21, 2013. Such win catapult- the same event. ed her to Patalasan ng Lahi, Purpose and Passion. SSIS students proved come up with their winning entries. Defying the Other delegates, namely, Cydea Faye The contest was held at the University of the Philip- representing not only the that they can rise beyond expectations during bad weather, Diane had to go to Tagaytay and Marie Ylagan for Impromptu Speaking, Trishia pines- Diliman on February 23. Sam, as she is popu- school but Region IVA. the recently concluded SM Invasion 2013. Manila to find a suitable structure that would fit Colyn Maulion for Essay Writing, and Janis Yn- larly known in school, confidently shared her views Sam, a consistent honor Diane Samantha Chua bagged the sec- the contest theme “Pusong Inhenyero: Beyond nozenzia Faith Amorado for Poster Making also about the constitutionality of libel in the Cybercrime student is aiming to main- ond place in Photo Essay while the Video Mak- an Engineer’s Passion.” Meanwhile, the video underwent training with their respective coach- Prevention Act of 2012. tain her status as one of the ing Team led by the Director John Joseph Cas- making team, with Tr. Eden Ramirez at the helm, es while the team for Structural Modeling head- This is her second win in anextemporaneous speech best speakers in the campus and beyond. Her mentor, tillo grabbed the third place with their short had to extend one to two hours after class and ed by Diana Dy and Tr. Agnes extended several competition. Her first medal came when she ranked Tr. Eden Ramirez is also overwhelmed by her former movie entitled “Pinions”. had to work on weekends to complete shooting hours to construct their miniature model of the second in the Karibok ang Tuktok, a Calabarzon wide sponsoree’s achievement. The delegates had to go through a lot to their movie. Burj Khalifa. AMORADO TRIUMPHS IN SUDOKU SSIS ABOUNDS WITH STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS Janis Ynnozenzia Faith Amorado, a Her victory in the provincial contest which was organized by the PAUTAKAN 2014. The SSIS team consists of Justice Cabuhat and Diane Samantha Chua both ond place in the Short Film Making Competi- senior student, garnered the second competition took her to the 8th Mathematics Trainers Guild (MTG). Darren Neil Tiu, Janis Ynnozenzia Faith Amo- won second place in Essay Writing and Digital tion. The event is an invitational competition place in Sudoku Challenge Provincial Philippine Sudoko Super Challenge MTG is a non-stock, non-profit rado, and Trixia Lariz Caraos won second place Photo Contest respectively. The video making sponsored by Kalayaan Christian School (KCS), Competition held in SM Lipa City on National Finals in Skydome SM North organization of mathematics teachers in the PAUTAKAN 2014, an inter-highschool team of Eunice Burgos, Cydea Faye Marie Yla- Ibabao, Cuenca, Batangas on February 7. Other October 19, 2013.Janis earned her right Edsa on February 1, 2014. In the committed to develop and promote quiz bee held at De La Salle Lipa as part of the gan, Kent Marasigan, Kim Kenneth Hernandez, delegates consist of Katrina Garcia (Essay Writ- to represent the school after winning nationals, Janis was able to reach school’s Foundation Day Celebration sometime Trisha Colyn Maulion, Ella Cueto, John Joseph ing Grade School); Angelica May de Torres, Se- in the Sudoku High School category the final round by completing all the excellence in Mathematics education in February 2014. Castillo, Krishna Datinguinoo, Sam de los Reyes, line Abanto, and Nicole Elisa Stephanie Soliman during the celebration of the Math, puzzles accurately. Ms. Queenie, her and training in the Philippines. Science, and Technology week. coach was with her all throughout the KCS Genesis Computer Club Techno Quiz 2014. and Krizzia Limpengco also landed at the sec- (Anime Drawing Contest –High School). CEO Forums Acquaint the Students with the Business World STUDENTS ACCEPT THE MUNA CHALLENGE OEP HIGHLIGHTS ARTS AND SCIENCE Carl Anthony P. Castueras upils from Grade School learning experiences outside Leonardo Da Vinci. hat of the Agoncillo-Lemery reach the top. The highlight and Early Childhood De- the class perimeters. Marketing and Feedmill Cor- of his presentation was how P Meanwhile, the High School partment had a great time poration (ALMARCO). Her investments work and how Before the play, students students were not left out in watching the play Alice in presentation taught us that the value of money increases from Early Childhood De- terms of outside the classroom Wonderland at Repertory small to medium businesses or decreases over time. One partment went to Ark Avilon Philippines, Greenbelt dur- learning. They also visited the must collaborate in order to such example was when he Zoo to experience the out- ing their Outdoor Educa- Mind Museum on October 5. beat the bigger companies said that he bought a flat doors and explore a variety Beautiful Ballerinas. Janis Amorado (left), Jewel delos Angeles (center), and Sum tional Program on September On top of that, they were awed who take most of the mar- screen TV when the product of flora and fauna. Students Sawamoto (right) say that ballet is their life. 27, 2013. This is in line with by the Filipino adaptation of ket to themselves. She also was new and that in a short from Grade School, however, OEP’s goal which is to expose Shakespeare’s “The Merchant proved that success can be span of time, there was a toured the Mind Museum Why I Love Ballet attained by anyone, as long the children to a variety of and marvelled at the work of of Venice”. much better version already. Sum Sawamoto as they work hard enough Anyone can succeed. Ms. Lisette This just proved that a person to reach it. The experiences Cabuhat stresses that to succeed, one should think well on what to As a child... she shared about running must work hard enough. buy or when to buy before In the fairy books I read, I love the crowns on their head. the family business inspired spending the hard-earned usiness had gone far from most of the students to be My eyes dazzles when their clothes sparkled money. Bstudying the lives of en- involved in their family busi- I knew then, it was a start of a path.. to what? trepreneurs from textbooks, nesses. To sum it up, the CEO fo- Walking on TIP TOE and wearing a TUTU magazines, and documen- rums helped the students see Mr. Erlan Olavere, All ears. Delegates listen as one of the presenters discusses his resolution. I go moving to and fro. taries to actually meeting Regional and Branch Man- a bigger picture of the cor- these entrepreneurs in per- ager of Chinabank was the porate world, acquire practi- Turning and spinning, whirling and twirling, elected high school students of a committee of the United son. With the Chief Execu- speaker in the second CEO cal lessons when it comes to and teachers attended the Running and galloping, jumping and leaping. tive (CEO) Forum, a student forum held on November money, and learn that work- S Nations, such as the Security Model United Nations Assem- The actions are motions so light, gets to rub shoulders with 11, 2013. The things he im- ing hard is the key to reach- Council or the General Assem- bly on February 22-23 at the the leaders of the business parted helped the students ing the top, and ultimately, bly. They were instructed to re- That gives me a feeling of delight. World Health Organization Time to meet someone new. Students get the chance to say hello to a monkey and to Asimo. world. understand that one does not success. Indeed, the CEO search a country, take on roles Building, Ermita Manila. Never I’d like my eyes to blink, In the first CEO forum on usually start high. A gradu- Forum is one of the best as diplomats, investigate inter- And lose sight of those shades in pink. August 1, 2013, the guest ate can begin in the lower practices of SGEN schools in Model United Nations (also national issues, debate, deliber- CEO was Ms. Lissette Cabu- ranks then climb the ranks to relation to business. Model UN or MUN) is an aca- ate, consult, and then develop P.A.S.S. EQUIPS STUDENTS FOR NEXT LEVEL RESEARCH As I grew older… demic simulation of the United solutions to world problems. .A.S.S. or Portfolio Assess- of their P.A.S.S. teacher Ms. all SGEN schools to prepare Routine barre and centre exercises Nations that aims to educate The delegates to MUNA who Pment for Stonyhurst Stu- Agnes Cortes and the guid- the students for more chal- CGS Develops Team Spirit participants about current dents achieved its purpose of ance of their advisers from the lenging research work when Repetitive plies and releves, tendus and fondus Kristine Claire Diomampo accepted the challenge include: events, topics in international equipping the graduates with teaching and non-teaching the grade school students go The Comprehensive Aitana de Chavez, Cassey Am- Bras bras and port de bras, jete and assembles. relations, diplomacy and the the basic skills in conduct- staff. to high school and when high Growth Series (CGS) is in- paro, Cardelyn Hernandez, My body’s perspiring, my muscles are aching United Nations agenda. ing and defending a research. school students go to college. deed one of the activities that Fritz Beloso, Sam Babao, Mari- Grade 6 students claimed In the assembly, the stu- Sixteen Grade 10 students and While doing the stretching. High School students look anne Mandigma, and Cyd Yla- that the P.A.S.S. undertaking The panellists for High dents were grouped into sever- twenty-nine Grade 6 pupils forward to. It is where stu- gan. They were accompanied really helped in strengthen- School consisted of Mr. AC My tights and leotards are wet with sweat al committees. The discussions successfully presented their dents get the chance to meet by their mentors, Ms. Ghea ing their values of patience Calado, Ms. Sharon Fabaliña, focused on the following areas: studies to the Board of Pan- But with no regret. other students from SSIS and Ms. Lulu. and perseverance. Their re- and Dr. Raquel Plata. For economic and social environ- elists. Malarayat and bond with search outputs basically dealt the Lower School students, Now that I’m ten.. ment, human rights and po- Prior to the assembly, the them in the accomplish- For the Grade 10 students, with the students’ interests, their critics were Mr. AC Ca- litical issues. The participants group were exposed to the After all the foot works and hard work, ments of assigned tasks. each topic was individually their natural curiosity, family lado, Ms. Marissa Gutierrez, were asked to role-play as del- MUNA orientation held at researched, and question- affiliations and family busi- Dr. Raquel Plata, Mr. Jerome That’s when the magic works. In most tasks, students are egates representing a country Brent International School on naires were carefully adminis- nesses, and academic matters. Arellano, and Ms. Genesis I have reached the point… now grouped randomly. Hard or NGO in a simulated session November 23, 2013. tered through the supervision P.A.S.S. is institutionalized in Javellana. work and collaboration from I can dance on pointe! each group were observed Toe shoes is my new buddy in each task, though most OWL HONES STUDENT LEADERS Blisters aren’t funny. students confirmed that all I KNOW WHAT YOU DiD LAST SUMMER! the sweat and effort were The very able and energetic gize. There were other races to ON STAGE.. worth it. The CGS was a Mr. Roel Montenegro of the the finish line were the group Stonyhurst Southville learner using different medium such as new people and bonding with I have to dance and perform with the right body form very good experience to the The journey begins. The journey is so much easier Corporate and Career Con- learned how to collaborate. never stops learning even charcoal and poster paint. They them; and family is about bring- Huge stage gives me fright with spotlights so bright. participants for they discov- if you have friends who’ll give you a lift. sultants, Inc. was the resource The afternoon was spent on whenA its summer time. painted sceneries, abstract, and ing your family together during ered and learned new things person in the Outdoor Work- indoor activities, leadership still life; drawing inspiration from rehearsals and recitals. But once the music is in the air, applauses added to my flair. about ourselves and they Difficulties” and “Clarifying Hills Retreat and Formation shop on Leadership (OWL) ART ATTACK. For Sum, Diane, talks, and reflections. Before and Harvey, summer is a time to the usual things you see but rare- This is the other side of the sto- It’s a dare. learned to be more independ- Center in Tagaytay. Grade 9 held on June 29, 2013. the day ended, Sir Roel helped One’s Values towards Self- learn new things, an opportunity ly pay attention to unless these ry though – ballet is a measure of But all I know… ent. It was actually the goal of students on the other hand, the student leaders to iden- things are captured by art. Their Direction” Sir Roel and his staff pre- to sharpen skills, and a chance tenacity, how far your body could the CGS to involve students had their CGS on September pared tons of collaborative tify the specific goals that they paintings were hanged in the ex- It’s the AUDIENCE I CARE. Grades 7&8 had their CGS to convert that extra energy into go with the bends and flexes; and in “Sharing Life’s Journey: 13-14 at Noni’s Mountain Re- activities for the High School wanted to achieve in their or- hibit at the lobby of Saint Bridg- how strong your sense of disci- Coping with Challenges and on July 26-27, 3013 at Angel’s sort in Alitagtag, Batangas. ganizations. Awards were also creative outputs. Armed with et’s Academy. Class Council, Interest Club, their interest in art and passion pline is when it comes to prac- Why I Love Ballet and Student Council officers conferred to the team who won BALLET FLATS. For Jewel tice. But of course, the dream in most of the activities. for drawing, Sum Sawamoto, Di- Jewel de los Angeles Frehsmen Rocks Radio Tour of SSIS-Batangas and SSIS-Ma- anne Samantha Ng Chua, and Sheelah delos Angeles and Sum of becoming a popular ballerina larayat. The morning was filled At the end of the day, Sawamoto, ballet is synonymous will always win. Sum and Jewel’s I love ballet because it is beautiful, elegant, and fun. Kristine Claire Diomampo Harvey Ignacio enrolled in Sonny to the 3F – fun, friends, and family. ballet adventures were rewarded with games. In the tweaked it was concluded that the ob- dela Roca’s art workshop. Ballet helps me to keep fit. I love the feeling of just letting It rocks! That is how fresh- Joseph who made the stu- hopscotch game, one needs jectives of the workshop such Fun is about the graceful move- with an applause during the re- men students feel about their dents feel comfortable. The to listen to his comrade to be as helping the students real- During the workshop, they ments, relaxing music, and pretty citals in Saint Bridget Academy go while you are dancing. I love the sound of classical radio tour on November 15, students came in by batch and able to cross the boxes without ize their potentials as leaders, learned the basics of painting tutus; friends is about meeting and SM City Batangas. music during practices. I love ballet because dancing is 2013. Grade 7 students were they talked about their Christ- touching the line or any of the making them develop positive my passion. given the chance to greet their mas plans, about the people The activity also familiar- items inside the box - this is self-concept, and honing their I started dancing when I was seven. At first, I thought it family, friends, and loved ones ability to get along well in a who they would like to spend ized the students with how to build trust and confidence. was just about dancing on stage and wearing tutus, but as during their radio tour at 99.1 Christmas with, or to whom There was also a game where variety of situations were at- a radio station operates and I get older, ballet became more meaningful. Ballet helped Spirit FM. they would donate money in the group had to go on the tained. with how a DJ works by ob- The radio tour aimed to ex- case they win a lottery. Lastly, reverse side of the tarpaulin Meanwhile, Grade School me improve in many aspects – flexibility, muscle strength, serving DJ Joseph. At the end pose the children into pub- they were given the chance to they were standing on – this student leaders had their own and posture. It also helped me develop discipline as we lic speaking and the goal was air their greetings and voice of it, students really felt it was is to teach them how to strate- workshop on July 20, 2013. go through our ballet practices and exercises. achieved with the help of DJ out their song requests. great to be ON AIR. SPEC: HELPING PARENTS BECOME BETTER PARENTS PERSONNEL APPRECIATION DAY HELD Teachers Appreciated on Teachers Day Dr. Raquel D. Plata Laura Patrice Lira arenting is one of the most fulfill- give their children the best future they confined inside the classroom. ast October 5, 2013, SSIS celebrated The school also offered dinner to the Ping jobs or experiences a person could have in life but to guide them Aside from the occasional businesses LTeacher’s day. This day was dedicated teachers on this day. It was the school’s can have. It is also considered as one and prepare them to the best future and requests that students may have to all of the teachers of SSIS. The mem- way of showing gratitude to the tireless of the most challenging roles a person that awaits them. with the office personnel and staff, some bers of the dance varsity had their own teachers. can have in his life. Yet, there are no A group activity made the gather- of them rarely interact with the person- special dance number for the teachers. Before their special day, the teachers schools established to teach parents ing a very interesting one. The parents nel as they are immersed in their daily They danced at the inner garden. We love you all. Students make sure that the office and celebrated in a different way. They went how to become better parents to their tasks of completing school require- were asked to come up with 7Ps of Par- maintenance personnel are appreciated for all their support. To show their appreciation to the to day care schools to read stories to children. This reality inspired SGEN enting. During the sharing, Patience, ments. However, this does not mean teachers, the students wrote their mes- children and to play games with them. to create a centre called Southville Par- Presence, Perseverance, Prudence, he Student Council Officers,that the students are not aware of the sages to the teachers on a giant board They wanted to spread happiness and ent Education Center (SPEC). This Passion, Praise, and Power were the Tthrough the leadership of Cydea contributions of the personnel and staff near the hallway. The students made to share their blessings. After that, they centre is designed to reach out to the common Ps given by the parents. The Faye Marie Ylagan prepared a surprise to the SSIS community. The students sure that all of the teachers had a great cleaned the area and painted the walls. parents of our students to help them parents were also given the opportu- The positive parent. Ms. Phi Anh de Castro shares inspiring notes on nurturing children. production number for the non-teach- recognize the importance of coherence, time, and they expressed their love by They celebrated through the act of help- know the many ways of becoming bet- nity to reflect on the things they like transparency, and solidarity in an insti- parents to help their children find their parents through a succession of small ing personnel on February 14, 2014. giving gifts. ing. ter parents. In this way, parents will be best about their children and ponder tution, and they know that each of the real gifts and dreams in life. In sum- talks about modern parenting, to be encouraged to take part in their chil- on things they don’t understand about The dance, confetti, tokens, and mes- personnel, no matter what type of work mary, the speaker made the parents re- imparted by external resource per- dren’s school activities that would lead their children. sages were part and parcel of the whole he/she has, regardless of the salary he/ alize that every parent wants his or her sons. to great learning and achievement. drama of giving thanks to these people she receives, is an integral part of our Ms. Phi Anh’s talk focused on the child to grow up well. But sometimes P1 of Positive Parenting and Teaching These are the 7Ps of Parenting: who ensure that the school operations organization. Thus, the Personnel Ap- The first in the series of SPEC parents are paralyzed by their percep- happened last July 13 in SSIS Batan- which is Positive Expectations. Posi- 1 Understanding the Hyperactive Child: the 7Ps go smoothly while the rest of us are preciation Day was a blast for them all! tions, dreams, and wants; hence they of Positive Parenting gas which was participated in by 121 tive parenting emphasized that parents need to learn how to balance what they 2 Peaceful and Healthy Home Environment parents both from Batangas and Ma- should : believe that all children can want, what their kids want, what chil- 3 Planning and Getting Things Done Macaraig, Caparas, Capucao Top Students Poll larayat campuses. The focus of the first learn, inspire each child to learn and dren can do, and what parents can do 4 Procedures and Rules SPEC event was to understand hyper- achieve, and demonstrate understand- ndrea Louise Macaraig, Nicola Jade Caparas, and Jia Bernadette Capucao to help them. active children. The speaker, Ms. Phi ing of the child’s need for learning. 5 Positive Discipline Awere elected president of the High School, Grade School, and Early Child- MORE ABOUT PARENTING SEMINARS 6 Positive Learning Anh Tatlonghari –De Castro, started The event was concluded by telling hood Department respectively. Plenty to share. Ms. Sally and Ms. EG share their talents in dancing and storytelling respectively. her talk by sharing a very inspiring a story entitled “A Frog Thing’ written The SPEC series is a program de- 7 Powerful Parenting Strategies The new sets of officers from the March 2013 elections will govern the stu- note that the parents’ task is not to by Eric Dracham. The story inspired signed to help parents become better dent body for the AY 2014-2015. The Student Council is a group of students that represents the students. The council is prepared to serve the students as SSFO: Spreading Happiness this Christmas leaders of the school. It also provides an opportunity for students to engage Eileen Marguerite Triste PREVENTIVE DISCIPLINE SEMINARS AMPLIFY GOOD MANNERS in a structured partnership with teachers, parents and school managers in the rue to its annual tradition of shar- by the students. By then, the food ar- Guidance Programs Equip Students for College operation of their school. ing gifts on Christmas, the students rived and the students distributed the Cydea Faye Marie C. Ylagan T rain up a child in the way he should around him. However, from the no- The following candidates prevailed in the elections: and teachers of SSIS welcomed guests food. The fun and games resumed for for the SSFO (Stonyhurst Southville For the children as they played Trip To Jeru- go: and when he is old, he will not tion of physically hurting people and o guide the students is the prime ob- gree, thus, the University Recruitment T ECED ASSISTANT TREASURER Others) for its yuletide program. salem and performed in their own mini depart from it. (Proverbs 22:6) inflicting emotional pain, bullying jective of the Guidance office. This Talk was conceptualized. The talk was T PRESIDENT Jon Raymond “Raymond” Valdez showdown. Prevention is better than cure. In re- has evolved into a more creative form, objective is packaged into Counseling, held on July 29, 2013. There were eight Last December 17, 2013, the parents ality, it is easier to prevent misbehavior along with the evolution of technology. Career Orientation, Career Orienta- colleges and universities who presented Jia Bernadet “Jia” Capucao Allia Andreia “Allia” Mauleon and kids from Gulod Labac Day Care Finally came the part of the program than to rectify it after it occurs. Preven- Cyber bullying was born, with the in- tion, University Recruitment Talk, and their schools and gave the students a VICE PRESIDENT PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER Center passed the school gates and were when the students finally give the dona- tive discipline aims to cut misconduct ternet as medium. Cyber bullying may Campus Tour. Though regular coun- bigger picture of college life. These col- Christine Angela “Angela” Merano Reece Alastaire “Reece” Montalbo guided to the gym where the program tions from our generous student body. The parents and kids were ecstatic when even before it starts, to nip bad behav- involve uploading embarrassing pic- seling sessions include undergraduates leges are namely, Enderun Colleges, As- SECRETARY AUDITOR was held. The batch was quieter and fewer than what our students expected they received the everyday supplies and ior in the bud. SSIS believes discipline tures or videos of an individual, posting the remaining programs are targeting sumption Colleges, Colegio de San Juan Athena Gabrielle “Athens” Kimwell Nhaya “Nhaya” Amurao can be achieved by providing awareness malicious shoutouts/status, and making the Grade 10 students, aiming to pre- de Letran, University of Santo Tomas, but that didn’t stop them from giving toys. It wasn’t long until the closing TREASURER HIGH SCHOOL remarks were said and the principals seminars on issues that confront today’s nasty comments. This form of bullying pare them for the next chapter of their University of Asia and the Pacific, Ma- the visitors a good time. Maria Bernadette “Bernadette” PRESIDENT from both schools gave their respective youth. is more difficult to trace as it leaves no life – college. pua Institute of Technology, Southville The program started with the opening Landicho Andrea Loise “Andrea” Macaraig speeches. The school lit up with smil- evidence after deleting the file or the International School and Colleges, and prayer and opening remarks. The event Substance Abuse. The Career Orientation took place on ASSISTANT TREASURER ing faces, not only from the parents comments in social networking sites. Southville Foreign University. VICE PRESIDENT was hosted by Cydea Faye Marie Ylagan It is true that within July 13, 2013. There were four profes- Jeorgette Sophia “Jeyhia” and kids, but also from students and Cassandra “Cass” Zaini Anwar and Andrea Loise Macaraig, the Presi- the boundaries of the Thus, to make the children more sionals who were invited to share their To further give the students a feel of Enriquez teachers. It was evident that eve- SECRETARY dent and Vice-President of the Student school, it is almost aware of a bully’s behavior, to prevent experiences in their chosen fields. The college life, the Campus Tour was of- GRADE SCHOOL ryone had fun throughout the impossible for the stu- first was Dr. Paul Lindy Navarro, a fered to seniors. They visited the popu- Samantha Nicole “Sam” Babao Council respectively. Their charming them from becoming a bully, to stop PRESIDENT whole SSFO celebration. dent to obtain regu- them from becoming the subject of bul- pediatrician; the second speaker was lar universities in the Philippines such ASSISTANT SECRETARY and bubbly personalities soon got the Nicola Jade “Nicola” Caparas crowd going. lated drugs, but equip- lying, and nip bullying in the bud, a pre- Atty. Eric Gerardo Triste, a private prac- as Ateneo de Manila University, Uni- Katrina “Kat-kat” Garcia VICE PRESIDENT ping them with knowledge will prepare ventive discipline seminar on bullying titioner; the third speaker was Engr. versity of Santo Tomas, University of TREASURER After the introductions, thus began Peeyush Nigam, an engineer, and last the Philippines – Diliman, and one of Zhyrine Ann Nicole “Zhy” them for life after Stonyhurst. Nurse was held with Ms. Emily Ylagan as the Donn Victor “Vic-vic” Portugal III the games for the kids like, Bring Me, Anne Cyril Pagdonsolan introduced the was Mr. Raphael Briones, an architect. the SGEN schools, Southville Foreign Datinguinoo and Garter Relay. The parents weren’t resource speaker. ASSISTANT TREASURER common substances that pose as threat All of them were successful in their University. SECRETARY excluded from all the fun as they partic- Study Habits. Ms. Meinhard Benedict “Meinhard” to one’s life when abused – alcohol, to- chosen career and this inspired many of Mikaela Ysabel “Ysabel” Valdez ipated in games like, Hep Hep Hooray!, Nanie Alabastro, With all these functional programs Capucao bacco, and drugs. The talk revolved pri- the students to emulate them. ASSISTANT SECRETARY Stop Dance, and a mini talent show were Guidance Counse- implemented by the Guidance Office P.R.O. marily on the nature of the substance, The institution knows that for the through the very able counselor Ms. Maria Celina Rae “Inah” Amparo they were given the chance to showcase Love only grows by sharing. You lor tackled Develop- Zamantha Anne Nicole “Zam” manifestations of dependency, and graduates to become successful in life Nanie Alabastro, the students are as- their talents. The SSIS Dance Varsity can only have more for yourself ing Effective Study TREASURER Datinguinoo complications and consequences. Most after college, they have to complete a de- sured on their readiness for college. performed a dance number that they by giving it away to others. Habits and advised the students “to put Maria Kassandra Isabelle “Maki” AUDITOR importantly, the students learned how Garcia presented in the USCAA. The games all -Brian Tracy to say NO to substance abuse, deal with meaning into your studies in order for Eileen Marguerite “Ayet” Triste had prizes to be won that were donated their emotions that would make them them to be meaningful to you.” Her turn to drugs, and find better and pro- presentation started with a self-assess- Congratulations to the following teachers who SSIS Teachers Got Bronze for Elf Wars ment on the study habits and how chil- successfully hurdled the rigorous Sugaku tests: ductive ways to chill. he faculty and staff of and THE ELF. It tells of a is a product of the imaginative dren prefer to study. After that, she gave Bullying. Though SSIS-Batangas took tale when Santa turned dark, mind of Ms. Anne Cyril Pagdon- out some hints on how to study effec- Ms. Perpetua Agnes Cortes T bullying is already (Level 6 certification) home the bronze award and assumed the personal- solan. tively according to one’s learning styles. becoming a serious in the Movies of the Past ity of Darth Vader because She also guided the students in identify- The teachers’ and staff’s ef- issue among young- Ms. Queenie Flores themed presentation in the the children stopped being fort paid off in the end. Out of ing reasons why they should study, and (Level 3 certification) sters and even in the Southville Global Education good. In the end, however, the right time to study. Lastly, the smart the nine contenders, Elf Wars workplace, it is not Network (SGEN) Christ- Santa realized that there are ways to study were revealed, namely, Ms. Queenie is also one of the coaches of also grabbed the awards on Best part of a true SSIS student’s vocabulary. the Philippine Delegation to an International mas Party on December 19, still children who believe in in Costume – Male and Female organizing your time, organizing your The loving culture that was instilled Mathematics competition in Hong Kong last July 2013. the spirit of giving, and he Category and the silver award study area, and moving from short- in the young mind of an SSIS student 2013. “The Elf Wars” is a frac- gave up his dark side. The on community dancing for All I Won’t give up without a fight. Main actors term memory to long term memory. show their fighting stance in elf wars. prevents him from hurting the people tured tale of STARWARS creative twist in the storyline Want for Christmas. 14 15

ebruary 2013 was indeed a memorable month for the SSIS community as SSIS celebrated its 18th anniversary, He with the theme “Celebrating 18 Years of Trailblazing and By Maria Samantha Bernadette Pastor FQuality International Education”. He’s got his eyes like the moon There were lots of booths and activities that almost anyone So round and beautiful could take part in and they were very, although there were Skin like clouds some serious matters as well. So soft and unreachable Literally like an angel from above The events started on February 4 for the management, with 18 JourneyBy Hershey Fontanilla Gabi the Board of Advisers Dinner. The principals of both SSIS TURNS campuses discussed their achievements and gave updates to His words escape his red lips took a jeepney ride. It was a little right on the area that always smells This subject is not required in my the Board of Advisers and they in turn gave their remarks. This So fragile and real SSIS old and rusty that if the driver like ammonia. I would’ve covered degree but I took it as a neutralizer is important because it will ensure that SSIS will keep getting makes a sudden break, the jeep my nose but I decided to just hold from the stress caused by my other He walks so funny better in the years to come. Iwould probably clatter into pieces. my breath until the jeepney moves subjects. It’s no big deal The next event, on February 5, was for the parents. There was I’m not really picky when it comes to again. We passed by a blind man Break time was filled with the usual I don’t know why, I’m just in love the Southville Parenting Education Center (SPEC) seminar. The jeepneys. I remember my friend who singing with his guitar and a plastic chatters of my block mates ranting speaker was Ms. Phi Anh De Castro, and she gave important only rides jeepneys that are new and cup filled with coins. There are illegal about her dorm mate who takes too When you smile, there’s a glow in your eyes shiny with good music or tuned in on sidewalk vendors everywhere. The lessons for Powerful Parenting and Positive Learning. This was long in the shower or the man who I’m star struck and mesmerized crucial because it helped the parents learn more on how to her favorite radio station. Me, I don’t jeepney driver stopped to buy a stick snatched his phone the previous night, care. My travel from condo to school of cigarette from the same man who I think I could fall in love with you juggle being a professional and being a parent at the same or the Toyota Altis that almost hit him takes approximately 5-15 minutes, sold me ice cold bottled water three while he was crossing the street or time. When you look at me, I melt away. including the traffic. So, I don’t fuss days ago. A little girl from the outside the extreme traffic which is practically Finally, on February 6 the main events took place. The about jeepneys being dirty or ugly poked my back and asked me to buy everyone’s alibi whenever they are I run out of so many words to say celebrations started with a Thanksgiving Mass to glorify God because I would only have to be in it one of her Sampaguita necklaces. I late in class or other appointments. I think I’m in love with you shook my head and the wheels rolled for all the achievements and blessings the school has received in less than a quarter of an hour. Most were ranting about having no again. Suddenly, I felt so near yet so so far. Next was a motorcade that helped the institution get in When you’re in Manila, specifically sleep because they finished a paper, far from my destination. We were (Fall In Love With You) touch with the community it serves. Taft Avenue, everything you see is or studied for an exam or prepared 30 meters away from the stop light The most awaited opening of the fun booths happened after the d everything you wouldn’t want to see. for a report. A girl was crying on the nearest to my school. If I go down the 3 years since the sun and the moon, Traffic is too normal that when you other table and I overheard that she motorcade. There were food booths, inflatables, accessories, jeepney at the very moment, I would experience a cleared road during rush caught her boyfriend cheating on her Sparks fly, locked eyes, yet gone too soon and photo booths. The inflatables were most loved by the kids have to walk under the heat. If I wait hours, you’ll start wondering whether while a male friend was comforting She goes around and wanders so clueless until the light turns red, the jeepney and there was never a time that they became empty. the government declared a holiday her saying that he’s just there when But he, the same, with her love endlessly. might take a swift flight and I might While all the fun was taking place, the football team was in and you just weren’t informed. The she needs him. Everything is a cliché. miss the actual spot where I need to jeepney took a halt and a passenger And me, I was there, enjoying a slice the field for the First SSIS Football Festival. In a great turn of get down. I procrastinated for a few She sees him, but his eyes are shut close went off. A boy, probably in his of cheesecake and chocolate drink. events, the SSIS Knights won against the Saint Therese College- seconds but the impatience inside She’s beside him, but he doesn’t know adolescence went in. He was wearing Bauan and Canossa Academy teams. my veins finally decided to get off the While listening to everybody’s rants, a navy blue Camisa de Chino, white He knows how much she loves him so endlessly jeepney and walk the extra meters. my jeepney ride in the morning There was also an Arts Festival where the creativity of the jogging pants that started to look But he won’t understand it the way she does students was tested to the limits. However, it was also evident e flashed back into my head. One was While walking, an old woman a little light brown, and a pair of complaining about not being able (Lonely Nights) that they had fun while doing the art activities such as Cake approached me asking where the Havana slippers that has a hole on the to take a shower soon while some Supreme Court is. I smiled and told Decorating, Tile Painting, Egg Painting, Pot Painting, Digital spot where he rests his right ankle. people are not able to take a shower her that she is right in front of the Photography, and Free Painting. He didn’t take a seat. Instead, he at all because they lack water supply started distributing white envelopes. gate of the Supreme Court. My school Poverty or extra clothes. One complains about The following students prevailed in the contests: Gwyneth is just a fence away from the Supreme By Roz Limpengco and Mark De Jesus He gave me one and I had a glimpse his phone being snatched while some Atasha Comia (NK), Kaeil Sven Masilang (JP), and Chloe Court which makes it conveniently of his long soiled fingernails. I flipped people never even had the chance and Jethro Landicho (SP) on Cake Decorating; Ben Paolo inconvenient in so many ways. I There has come a day when we lost our faith the envelope and it says. Ate/Kuya, to own one. One complains about Macatangay (G1) and Kier Allen Datinguinoo (G2) on Tile entered the gate, opened my bag for And we have none to say, all taken by hate. pahingi po ng konting barya pambiling almost being hit by a car instead of Painting; Persus Atienza (G3) and Nhaya Amurao (G4) on Egg inspection and wore my ID. When I Now tell us “What do we have left?” pagkain. Salamat po (Sister/Brother, being thankful that he wasn’t hurt. Painting; Meinhard Benedict Capucao (G6) on Pot Painting; was already in the building and the please give coins to buy food. Thank Some people die or lose their loved When we waste our lives stolen by debt. guards won’t see me, I took off my ID Marianne Mandigma (G10) on Digital Photography, and lastly, you). I flipped the envelope back. ones because of car accidents while All of us have sung the same song and placed it back inside my bag. Harvey Blossom Ignacio (G10) on Free Painting. “Ironic” I thought to myself. These he was saved from it. Many complain But we do not believe in what is wrong kids, as an instinct, could’ve just spent Another event that was enjoyed by the spectators was the SSIS My class starts in 30 minutes so I about the traffic while other people For we still believe in what is right the money for food instead of buying decided to pass by my organization’s Got Talent. In the show, the student had the chance to shine. need to walk going to school because And we will come home, full of love and might. envelopes and distributing them to quarters or what we call tambayan. Their brilliant performances proved that SSIS students are they do not have money for the fare. people whom they are not sure would A few friends were there and I gave Now we suffer, taken by greed, really talented and well-rounded. The following students were Most are complaining about lack of give them money anyways. That is, if each one of them a hug. It was a To get what is stolen and what we really need victorious: Paula Grace T. Dela Roca (NKP Category); Pierre sleep because of school work while they were really the ones who bought little crowded in our tambayan soI many young people are not able to Now you blame us for what you did Alejandro Constantino (Grades 1-3); Nicola Jade Caparas and those envelopes. He collected the decided to go to the library to read acquire education due to poverty. Then try to end us, nothing we have hid. Miguel Joel Magsino (Grades 4-6); and Kim Kenneth Hernandez envelopes and I didn’t see a single the newspaper and enjoy the air A girl complains about her cheating All of us have sung the same song (Grades 7-10). person who put a coin in it. I could conditioned room. There’s nothing boyfriend while some children But we do not believe in what is wrong As the week was coming to an end, the more the excitement have given him 20 bucks. I would if new in the newspaper. Almost every witness their parents fighting and my eyes weren’t open to the ills of the For we still believe in what is right came to its peak as the SSIS community anticipated Cotillion de article breaks my heart so I decided to eventually live in a broken family. society. I would love to help him but I go to my first class ten minutes early. And we will come home, full of love and might. Honor. On February 7, 6:00 PM, the gates were opened for the Yes, life can be cruel. But other people decided not to, knowing that none of My classmates started entering our Do not only look at us, look at the children guests and parents, who were eager to watch their children have it a lot worse than we do. And my 20 bucks would be enjoyed by this room and we immediately started Not only we, but they too suffered our burden dance in their dresses and suits and to see how SSIS has grown innocent kid. The kid left the jeepney every time we feel that life is being when my Professor arrived. For they are the people of tomorrow in the past 18 years in the 18 Milestones Celebration. with gloom in his eyes. I tried to stop unfair to us, just remember the boy My entire day went smoothly. I But how could they be, when they’ve too much sorrow my tears from falling as the wheels of with envelopes, the blind man and The 18 Milestones or the great achievements of the school attended four 90-minute classes the jeepney started to roll again. This his guitar, the Sampaguita girl, the All of us have sung the same song were presented by the Principal, Mr. AC Calado, and some of with a 90-minute break between the happens every day. I experience this cigarette man, or the jeepney driver. But we do not believe in what is wrong the previous principals of the school, namely Ms. Elsie Rabago, . second and the third. My first class in an average of twice or thrice a day. Many people are struggling to survive For we still believe in what is right Dr. Flora Javier, and Ms. Donnabelle Atienza. was statistics which is basically about while most of us simply need to live I handed a ten-peso coin to the numbers and formulas and how you And we will come home, full of love and might. The milestones were insterspersed by the dance numbers. meaningful lives. woman in front of me and I got two apply them in social science. My next Now look at us, weakened by hunger The whole SSIS gym was transformed into a ballroom for the I took another jeepney ride on my pesos back. The student’s fare is only class is philosophy that would make We cannot take it any longer celebration which lasted until 8:30 PM. As the celebration way home. This time, it was a new seven pesos but I don’t usually insist you doubt about everything – even But now there is nothing you can do neared its end, the school band, Subtle Core 2.0, led the crowd on getting my one peso back. I’m your own existence. My third class is shiny jeepney with good music that For a new day will now start anew. on the song “Love You More Today than Yesterday” and “SSIS already used to people thinking that my favorite. It is about international passed by. I couldn’t help but smile. Hymn”. To conclude the week of activities, there was a dazzling I look more like an office girl than a politics which made me realize that Sometimes, good things come to us All of us have sung the same song display of fireworks while the band was playing “Treasure” and student. I have accepted the reality the Philippines’ politics is not really when we least expect it. But most But we do not believe in what is wrong of the time, good things come to us some other meaningful songs. that I look older than I really am. The the worst of all nations. My last For we still believe in what is right when we most deserve it. traffic light turns red and the jeepney subject is my second favorite which is And we will come home, full of love and might. took another halt. Great, we stopped about Gender and Human Behaviour. INTRAMURALS 2013: EVERYONE IS A VICTOR Scorching heat, a sight of competition in the air, and a good aura of sportsmanship; this is the perfect day to celebrate SSIS Intramurals. he intramurals kicked intense as the heat wave in ren Neil Tiu (HS) were the Touch, “SSIS celebrates this off with cheeringthe air. Yet the indoor games Basketball MVPs. Miguel yearly sports fest in hopes presentations from were just as intense, despite Inigo Garcia (GS) and Donn to develop the children’s Teach team and the Mr. and not being under the heat. Victor Portugal (HS) were sportsmanship, to instill the Ms. Intramurals contest fol- After three days of extreme the MVPs in Volleyball Boys; value of teamwork, and to lowed soon after. With all competition, awarding fi- while Maria Kassandra Ga- test the students’ capabili- the introductions and careful nally came. Yellow Knights rica (GS) and Maria Saman- ties in their chosen sport. evaluation of the judges, the grabbed the over-all cham- tha Bernadette Pastor were Intramurals also remind the couple that dominated was pion trophy. Blue Knights the MVPs in Volleyball Girls. students about the value of Ginnel Morales and Willan closely followed as 1st run- In Soccer, Amiel Donne C. good health and the ben- Andrei Uy for Grade School ner up. Green Knights and Ilagan and Janis Ynnozenzia efits of indoor and outdoor and Diane Samantha Chua Red Knights placed 2nd run- Faith Amorado prevailed. games. These essentials in and Darren Neil Tiu for High ner up and 3rd runner up re- With this, the Intramurals life’s challenges needed to be School. spectively. was officially closed and the developed help the students The exhibition game be- SSIS community would have endure any obstacle that may After a thorough delibera- come their way.” tween the school’s varsity tion by the committee, the to wait for another year to and the alumni varsity pre- Most Valuable Player (MVP) feel the rush of sports adren- So enjoy the youthful days ceded the regular games. The in Basketball, Volleyball, and aline in their blood. and live life to the fullest. heated fight under the blaz- Soccer were announced. Jose According to the for- This way, everybody wins. ing sun turned out to be as David Javier (GS) and Dar- mer Sports Editor of the In

BASKETBALL VARSITY MAKES WAVES IN LEAGUES FOOTBALL TEAM TRIUMPHS IN FUTSAL SSIS! is the best among the rest!, high schools in Batangas, Laguna, The High School Football Training “Winning 2nd runner-up is actually a cheers the crowd as they root for the and Cavite, they succeeded to land Team got the big break they need when huge achievement for us, considering Basketball Varsity in all of their fights. 1st runner up in the First Sotero H. they were invited to the Malayan Cup the fact that we only trained for two The varsity has earned its rightful Laurel Cup organized by the Lyceum 2013 organized by the Malayan Colleg- days because of the long test week. I place in the field of basketball, as re- Institute of Technology (Calamba, La- es of Laguna last November 21, 2013. am happy with the way they (the play- flected below: guna). Victory however, did not end The team won 2nd runner-up in the ers) played because they gave all their The Best in the East. SSIS Knights with winning as the team captain Dar- Cup, making it their first big win in in- best despite lacking adequate training proved their supremacy in basketball ren Neil Tiu was chosen as part of the door football. Team members Justice and set plays in futsal. I never doubted by taking home the championship Mythical Five in the said event. Cabuhat, Kent Marasigan, Dino Lira, their abilities and that’s the reason why trophy in the East District on Sep- League of Southern Manila Amiel Ilagan, Enzo Lira, Miko Aquino, I picked them as part of the team in the tember 13, 2013, beating Lyceum of Schools. The rigorous training and Kyle Erodias, Dane Solis, Denzell Caun- first place. The players are the ones who the Philippines in the first game and unwavering determination of the var- ca, JM Sanchez, Erick Concepcion, and made it possible, I just gave them the in- Divine Child Academy in the second. sity team won them the third place Ken Datinggaling showed their tenacity structions.” Leaving wide score gaps in their win in body and spirit. Even though tests, against LPU and DCA, though it may in the League of Southern Manila In a separate event, the SSIS Knights quizzes, and projects were due for sub- seem effortless, did not come easy. Schools (LSMS) competition. It took a copped the championship title in the mission, these requirements did not Twice a week since the formation of lot of guts and willpower to overcome First SSIS Football Cup held on Feb- stop them from enjoying the games. the varsity, the players had been train- sixteen other high schools from Metro ruary 6 as part of the 18th Foundation ing with their coach. This training Manila and the Calabarzon area, but Sir Gregg Atijon was as ecstatic as Day Celebration, beating the other high enabled them to create team play, de- still, they prevailed. the kids about their victory saying that school team from nearby schools. velop strength and endurance, and im- The varsity gained trophies and prove shooting accuracy. praises, but more than that, they won Young Swimmers Bag Medals in Different Events Sotero H. Laurel Cup. Even if the the hearts of their fervent supporters Corrine Javellana adds three more Siblings Pauline Gail De La Roca and players were pitted against the best in the SSIS community. medals to her growing collection. She Paul Adrian De La Roca also made took home a gold in 50M Backstroke, waves in swimming. Pauline won a another gold in 50M Butterfly, and a bronze on 25m Fly in the STASA Nov- silver in 50M Breaststroke in the 9 year- ice Open Invitational Swim Meet held old category of 2013 STASA D’League on July 13. Paul, on the other hand won Championship held on November 16. She also got the 7th place in the 50M a silver on the 50m Fly, a bronze on the Freestyle. Adding more luster to her 30m Backstroke; and another bronze triumphs, she was conferred the Most on the 50m Breaststroke in the STASA Outstanding Swimmer (Novice Cat- DLeague Championship and Novice 2 egory) by the Batangas City Alpa Seals. Swim Meet. DANCE VARSITY SHOWS WINNING MOVES IN USCAA The Dance Varsity had its debut per- Faye Marie Ylagan, Andrea Loise Mac- formance last year on the opening of araig, Krishna Datinguinoo, Samantha SPORTS TRIVIA the Universities, Schools, and Colleges Pastor, Roden Jose Chavez, Kristine • Boxing became a legal sport in 1901. average lifespan of an NBA basketball is Athletic Association (USCAA) Meet on Claire Diomampo, Kayla Shane Ca- 10,000 bounces. • About 42,000 tennis balls are used in August 13, 2013. brera, Raylle Viccine Castillo, Erick • Morihei Ueshiba, founder of Aikido, once the plus-minus 650 matches in the Mikhaelle Concepcion, Katrina Garcia, Wimbledon Championship. pinned an opponent using only a single The group’s movements were amaz- finger. ingly defined, synchronized, and well Abbygaile Aspi, Regina Janine Masang- • The ancient Greeks awarded celery to • In the opening procession of the executed as a product of a twice a week kay, Lara Dominique Gonzales, Mey- winners of sports events. Olympics, the team representing the host rigid training. Members of the Dance kaella Gabrielle Gonda, Lelaine Mer- • According to manufacturer Spalding, the nation always marches last. Varsity include: Eunice Burgos, Cydea cado, and Jhem Patrice Delos Angeles.