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Miguel Alzona, Top Filipino Scholar Receives Scholarship from the University of Toronto, Accepted in 9 Universities Worldwide



Miguel Alzona, Top Filipino Scholar Receives Scholarship from the University of Toronto, Accepted in 9 Universities Worldwide

17-year-old Miguel Dominico M. Alzona, a Southville homegrown student, is the first to graduate at the highest rank in his class for the Southville International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Back in 2018, Alzona was declared as the Top Filipino Scholar at the World Scholar’s Cup – Tournament of Champions in Yale University. In the same year, he was also awarded by the New York Times for his 500-word opinion piece entitled “Africa’s Curtain Call”. 

Alzona obtained nine (9) university acceptances worldwide for his dream profession, a Pharmaceutical Scientist. The list includes the University College London (MSci Hons), University of Toronto … [Read more]

Southville Welcomes Hon. Senator Pia Schramm Cayetano to its Virtual Learning Doors (A Webinar)



Southville Welcomes Hon. Senator Pia Schramm Cayetano to its Virtual Learning Doors (A Webinar)

Greetings from Southville!

On August 28, 2020, honorable Senator Pia Cayetano will be gracing Southville with her presence to share her insights on The Role of PE/Sports and Values Education in Nation Building via a free live webinar hosted by Southville International School and Colleges (SISC). This is open to SGEN  faculty, students, parents, and stakeholders. The objective of this webinar is to advocate physical wellness amid the pandemic and camaraderie towards building a stronger, better nation. Southville commits to maintaining its community’s physical wellness to prepare the workforce, academicians, and families for the challenges of the 21st-century. Southville also … [Read more]

Southville AY 19-20 Highlights: A Year of Many Firsts



Southville AY 19-20 Highlights: A Year of Many Firsts

To thrive in the face of adversities and face up to difficulties have had Southville weather its quest and rise above the challenges of the recent academic year – a phenomenal one. Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) delivered once again celebrating its many firsts from student achievements to institutional milestones. Approaching its 30th year anniversary, the SISC community forges a new paradigm embracing gradual transitions towards the increasing demands of global academic pursuit. 

Parents, guardians, students, faculty, employees, and partners…CONGRATULATIONS! Here’s to the academic year that was, see you in our virtual doors in August!



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Sagovac Receives Business Degree Scholarship to Germany, Europe’s Largest Economy



Sagovac Receives Business Degree Scholarship to Germany, Europe’s Largest Economy

With Germany known as the largest European economy and home to some multinational conglomerates such as Adidas and Volkswagen, a scholarship for an aspiring business major is a privilege; more so, an honor. Southville International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) graduate, Kevin Sagovac, was recently granted a scholarship from Jacobs University located in Bremen, the only English-language private school in Germany for his outstanding academic performance and other personal achievements. Sagovac feels honored to have this achievement that would help bring him towards more opportunities in the future. At Jacobs University, he will be taking a major in International Business … [Read more]

Southville BS IT Alumna Breaks Career Stereotypes as a COVID-19 Frontliner (and many more…)



Southville BS IT Alumna Breaks Career Stereotypes  as a COVID-19 Frontliner (and many more…)

“I never imagined myself working in the government office. What inspires me to continue in this field is when I see those leaders who dedicate their lives to serving the public.”

Southville BS Information Technology alumna, Joy Lingaya, was in search of a good school that would simply help her finish a four-year course so she could work; no program choice in particular, just her little dream to help her family. She made it to the list of topnotch scholars for the BS Information Technology program and from there, her journey began. She typically worked by day and studied at … [Read more]

Dear Class of 2020: A Heartfelt Message from your Southville Family



Dear Class of 2020: A Heartfelt Message from your Southville Family

From regular classes transitioning 100% online to virtually conducting graduation ceremonies, it’s definitely a success for Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) alongside its consistent delivery of international and quality education amid the changing seasons. With the school’s persistence to be always ahead through technological advancement, Southville students, parents, faculty, and employees have overcome the challenges of the pandemic and successfully delivered its graduating students to their final bow.

Southville is ready for AY 2020-2021 with the Virtual Online Learning (VOLT) Program. The VOLT Program has 3 types of Learning Modes namely: 

1. Full Virtual
2. Blended / Mixed Mode
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Southville Honors Its Frontliners in Celebration of the Philippine Independence Day



Southville Honors Its Frontliners in Celebration of the Philippine Independence Day

In celebration of the Philippine Independence Day, we reached out to Southville alumni, parents, and partners braving communal responsibilities in the pandemic . We highlight five of the key industries battling the COVID-19 as we honor our worldwide frontliners rising in the face of adversity, the pride of Southville. 

Discrimination is heavily fought by practitioners in the primary care unit while people in the public service are on the lookout 24/7 to keep everyone provided with basic necessities indoors; ensuring safety and order in all communities. Monitoring information risk and hazard in all communication platforms has become more vital for … [Read more]

Southville Gears Up for Summer 2020 Online Classes



Southville Gears Up for Summer 2020 Online Classes

Southville gears up for the #newnormal this summer and in the new academic year that’s fast approaching. These online programs are in line to secure continuous academic excellence while students stay at home safe, healthy, and mentally productive. The ONLINE SUMMER CLASSES are designed to enhance student competencies and mastery in Math, Languages, and Science. Further, Preschool and Learning Village classes aim to develop children’s creativity, focus, emotional quotient, and discipline among others. For College, there is a list of General Education and Professional subjects that will be offered. Students may also take special classes that are non-academic. 

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Academic Excellence During Quarantine: Southville Online Honors Assembly



Academic Excellence During Quarantine:  Southville Online Honors Assembly

If there is something AMAZING about this #NewNormal during the quarantine, it’s the camaraderie among Southville parents, students, and faculty, nearing success towards the end of this challenging academic year. The K12 Division has pictured an equally exciting way to recognize everyone’s hard work and grit and recently concluded the Online Honors Assembly, aiming to celebrate online education success to keep students on track and academically fulfilled. Parents, students, and teachers expressed their gratitude for overcoming defying stages that would test their Character, Competence, Collaboration, Creativity, and Commitment to Achieve – the 5 Cs.

A “Quarantine Goal” Came True

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Matters of Mental Health in the #NewNormal



Matters of Mental Health in the #NewNormal

“BEFORE, DURING, and AFTER the Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ), mental health has been an aspect that practitioners need to attend to,” said Mr. Ruel Cajili, Southville College of Psychology Dean. The progressing crisis stipulates a permanent impact on our psychological state; an impact that healthcare professionals will further gauge. These experts and practitioners join forces to track the varying factors that will challenge their lifelong campaign to tackle mental health as a fundamental requisite to overall wellness, especially in times of global adversity and our battle against the COVID-19. The present moment is crucial to weighing triggers and effects with … [Read more]