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International Baccalaureate Classes Start in August



“IB is well known to us for excellent preparations. We are always pleased to see the credentials of the IB Diploma Programme on the transcript (of an applicant).”
-Marilyn McGrath Lewis, Director of Undergraduate Admission, Harvard University
Through the years, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme has successfully prepared countless students all over the world for success at university and life. IB graduates are welcomed by the world’s top universities, as the IB Diploma is a highly regarded entrance qualification.

Since it became an IB Authorized World School in 2005, Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) offers the IB curriculum … [Read more]

Southville Holds 7th IB Commencement



The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme held its 7th Commencement Exercise last June 3, 2013 with Mr. Simon Bewlay, M.B.E., Chairman of British School Manila, as the guest speaker.
“Today marks the unfolding of the future for the students. I believe that they will be able to shine and accomplish great things in college,” expressed one of the faculty members.
The IB Diploma Programme is aimed to develop global citizens who, recognizing their common humanity and shared guardianship of the planet help to create a better, more peaceful world. IB Alumni have been accepted in universities all over the world such … [Read more]

BS TOURISM STUDENTS GO HANDS-ON TRAINING ON INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL



Southville International School and Colleges students joined a Hongkong Study Tour recently. The study tour was specifically designed to provide the students the knowledge, skills, competencies, values and attitudes needed in the conduct of an international travel.

Thirty-one third and fourth year Tourism students accompanied by two faculty escorts were required to be at the departure area of the Centennial Airport promptly to highlight punctuality as a basic requirement in travel.

They were guided to check in themselves and experience what they learned in the classroom as regards travel requirements, documents needed, amenities and courtesies extended in the port.

Upon … [Read more]

SISC: The Benchmark in E-Learning and Non-Traditional Approaches in Teaching



Every year, groups of administrators and faculty from various schools and universities visit to benchmark with Southville International School and Colleges (SISC), particularly in its curriculum and instructional methodologies. More and more educational institutions have expressed interest in observing and learning how SISC facilitates the delivery of real international education.
Last April 17, 2012, about 15 delegates from the University of Bohol in Tagbilaran City visited the campus to hear from SISC’s Management and Academic Group the unique features of the Basic Education Division. Dr. Marl Ferenal, SISC President, welcomed the guests and emphasized on the twin thrusts of SISC: … [Read more]

Southville Alumnus Makes it to Tribeca Film Fest



A short film by Miguel Calayan, graduate of Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) high school batch 2008, was chosen as one of entries to be shown in the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival in New York. Out of 2,800 submissions from all over the world, Calayan’s Prima will be premiered along with 60 other entries which made it to the cut. He wrote, directed and did the cinematography for the said film.

 

“Prima is more than a film about dance”, Calayan shares about his masterpiece. “Through the character of the Ballerina, the film explores the exhilaration of finding this [Read more]

College Admission Ongoing



The College Division of Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) is now accepting applications for admission and enrolment to its various courses for the 1st semester of Academic Year 2012 – 2013.

Courses offered are: BS Accountancy, AB Communication, AB Multimedia Arts, BS Information Technology, BS Nursing, BS Psychology, BS Tourism, BS Entrepreneurship, BS Business Administration major in Financial Accounting & Management / Human Resource Management / Marketing Management, and Bachelor of Elementary Education with specialization in Special Education.

Interested parties may contact the Public Relations Office at (632) 8208702 to 03 local 100 or 200. [Read more]

Multimedia Student’s Photo is Finalist for PLDT Directory Cover



Following her win from the 26th Visual Arts Competition Photo Contest held at SM Southmall, Encar Sarah Lopez was hailed as one of the fifty finalists in the national photography competition of DPC-PLDT. Lopez is currently a sophomore Multimedia Arts student at Southville International School and Colleges (SISC).

With the theme “Only in the Philippines,” thousands of photos were submitted in an attempt to land on the coveted cover of PLDT directories. This year’s search focused on photography as a modern medium of art, and is aimed to showcase what are positive and unique in the Philippines.

Lopez’s photo is … [Read more]

DOST Gives Science Award to Southville Student



In recognition of Gen Mark Tanno’s victories in two international science and mathematics competitions held in 2011, the Philippine’s Department of Science and Technology (DOST) will confer on him the Youth Excellence in Science (YES) Award.

Tanno’s twin wins in the 14th Po Leung Kuk Primary Mathematics Competition World Contest (PWMC), Hongkong and 2011 Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC) earned him the much coveted recognition.

He will be lauded in the YES Awarding Ceremonies on February 10, 2012 at the PHIVOLCS Auditorium, University of the Philippines – Diliman, Quezon City. [Read more]

Student Leaders Unite on Feb 11



Passionate and dedicated student leaders from Muntinlupa, Las Pinas and Paranaque will develop their leadership values, skills and competencies in the upcoming “Southern Leaders Summit 2012”, to be held on February 11 at Southville International School and Colleges.

Sponsored by the Asian Federation of Student Leaders (AFSL) in partnership with the TOSPAC (The Outstanding Students of the Philippines Alumni Community), a group that envisions the youth to participate in nation building, the 2012 summit aims to promote the principles of OPTIMISM, PROACTIVITY and INTEGRITY in LEADERSHIP.

With the theme, “MISSION I’M POSSIBLE: Leaders of the e-Generation”, this year’s summit aims … [Read more]

Southville Golfer Wins Two Tournaments



Paolo Gamab of HS III – Conviction was hailed Champion of the Boys Class A Division in the final leg of the 2011 School Season Tournament, and also of the Class A Division 2 of the 2011 President’s Cup both organized by the Junior Golf League.

Congratulations Paolo! Your Monarchs family is truly proud of you. [Read more]