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Southville Hosts the World Scholar’s Cup – Manila Round II and is now the Official Partner School for the WSC Global Rounds



Southville Hosts the World Scholar’s Cup – Manila Round II and is now the Official Partner School for the WSC Global Rounds

26 schools from the country bet on their top contenders at the recently conducted World Scholar’s Cup (WSC) Manila Round II. The two-day event was hosted by Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) which remarkably bagged several awards in Yale at the WSC-Tournament of Champions last year. Students showcased competence in four categories such as Team Debate, Scholar’s Challenge, Scholar’s Bowl, and Collaborative Writing. 

WSC Manila Round II Point Person, Mr. Gio Pastor, shared the similarities he discovered between The World Scholar’s Cup and Southville International School and Colleges leading to the partnership of the two, “We both want our [Read more]

From Philippines to US, Stan Rivera Attains STRAIGHT A’s Through IBDP



From Philippines to US, Stan Rivera Attains STRAIGHT A’s Through IBDP

Constantine “Stan” Rivera graduated from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Southville which brought him to local and international academic competitions … with World Scholar’s Cup (WSC) – Tournament of Champions 2018  as the last yet the most prestigious international competition he joined. The said competition was held in Yale University participated by 2,300 schools worldwide. Rivera and his team notably bagged major awards including the “Top Filipino Scholar” recognition given to his teammate. Stan’s excellent vocabulary skills, competitive nature, and promising ability to persuade are the utmost skills which qualified him as part of the SISC Academic Varsity. “Stan [Read more]

Alumni Dr. Abbey Matibag and Aspiring Lawyer Ms. Monica Caro Inspire Graduating Monarchs of Grade School and High School Divisions



Alumni Dr. Abbey Matibag and Aspiring Lawyer Ms. Monica Caro Inspire  Graduating Monarchs of Grade School and High School Divisions

Southville graduation ceremonies are always filled with an array of achievers who exemplified  academic excellence recognized and celebrated by the school. This academic year, two exceptional homegrown Monarchs graced the event as they gave their respective messages to the graduates. One is a doctor, and the other one is an aspiring lawyer. These women have had a good scholastic foundation as Monarchs and furthered their level of excellence in their chosen fields. During the event, both expressed their gratitude to Southville and how its teachings still help them both in school, at work, and life in general. 

Dr. Abbey Geraldine … [Read more]

Former Non-English Speaker and Homegrown Monarch Finishes IBDP at Top Spot



Former Non-English Speaker and Homegrown Monarch Finishes IBDP at Top Spot

Nearly fourteen (14) years of gradual becoming embodied with academic grit and distinctive grace, former non-english speaking student Hyo Sang Kwak  recently completed her International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with the Highest Honors at Southville International School and Colleges (SISC). Hyo Sang is a homegrown Monarch who started at junior prep. Hyo Sang is an only child and was raised in the Philippines. She is known by the nicknames “Hyo” and “4.0” (four point ohhh) referring to her GPA score. Hyo Sang impressively exemplified a Monarch’s grit and growth mindset through her impressive journey to top rank. 

Hyo Sang has always … [Read more]

Graduating IBDP Students Get Accepted into Top Universities Worldwide



Graduating IBDP Students Get Accepted into Top Universities Worldwide

Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) proudly recognizes the outstanding achievements of the graduating class of 2019 under the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for being accepted into top universities across the world.

Southville’s continuing tradition of excellence and commitment to develop students to be locally and globally competitive equipped with the IBDP students to be lifelong learners embodying  the school’s core values and realizing its vision and mission.

Mr. John C. Wraith, IBDP Coordinator, said “Our staff is highly privileged to work with IB students. Their potential is awesome! We work together as a team side by side to … [Read more]

Southville Welcomes World Scholar’s Cup Official, Mr. Timothy Hibbins



Southville Welcomes World Scholar’s Cup Official, Mr. Timothy Hibbins

Two months left before Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) welcomes scholars from all over the Philippines for the World Scholar’s Cup Manila Round 2019 happening on July 14 – 15.


Mr. Timothy Hibbins, WSC’s representative, visited SISC to officially and personally meet the Southville – WSC varsity team, coaches, and fellow organizers. “The WSC has grown for over a decade and our plan is to continue scouting scholars all over the world and to spread celebration of learning,” shared Mr. Hibbins in an interview. Southville on the other hand has been constantly training potential students who possess the qualities … [Read more]

ALUMNUS, TOPNOTCHER Atty. Sean Borja Talks About His Significant Foundation at Southville



ALUMNUS, TOPNOTCHER Atty. Sean Borja  Talks About His Significant Foundation at Southville

2018 Philippine Bar Exam Topnotcher Atty. Sean James B. Borja considers Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) significantly influential to his success. Southville celebrates another milestone, as Borja takes the spot being its first alumnus to top the Philippine Bar Exam. “As a lawyer, I find that we need to observe what goes around on us not only through a national lens, but equally so from an international perspective.” – Borja said in an interview having gone to an international school. As he looked back to his international education journey in Southville, Atty. Borja shared how his childhood was far … [Read more]

PERFECT and TOP Scorers at TOEFL A.Y. 2018 – 2019



PERFECT and TOP Scorers at TOEFL A.Y. 2018 – 2019

Extensive vocabulary, fine diction, and concise communication skills fit the bill at the international corporate world and academic affiliates. Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) hones their diverse students to become top-notch communicators both in oral and written discourse. Employees, faculty, and parents commit to the maximum progress of the students’ communication excellence solely through the English language.Thus, relevant programs for its strict pursuit have been aligned to the institution’s curriculum.

Speak English Drive (SED) is one of Southville’s major practices followed by its students and employees on campus. The English language is on top of major conversations in every … [Read more]

“Save Thy Mother Earth,” the Little Monarchs Uttered



“Save Thy Mother Earth,” the Little Monarchs Uttered

The Early Childhood Education (ECED) students from Munich and Star Campuses shine a light on the most pressing environmental concerns that affect us all during the 2019 Cultural Show. The little Monarchs from Nursery to Senior Kinder wore colorful ensembles and danced and sang their way into the heart and mind of their audience as a way of saving Mother Earth. In the process, they also displayed what they learn in school which is the 5Cs (Competence, Character, Collaboration, Commitment to Achieve, Creativity).



CHARACTER
The students showed awareness and presented possible solutions to pressing environmental issues in their numbers.


COLLABORATION
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Reading and Library Strategies Revisited at Southville’s 2nd Reading Conference



Reading and Library Strategies Revisited at Southville’s 2nd Reading Conference

In line with Southville International School and Colleges’ quest for reading excellence, the school hosted its 2nd Reading Conference with the topic Developing Successful Readers in a Diverse Community last March 14-15, 2019. The topics covered include Reading Gains through Read Aloud, Sustaining Mindful Reading Habits, and Recreational and Intentional Reading that aim to align diverse methodologies and practices to raise highly proficient readers in today’s digital age.


Developing Successful Readers in Diverse Communities
Hon. Lourdes T. David

CHAIR of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Council of Librarians – Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)


The event formally started with a refresher
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