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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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IB History Teacher and Environmentalist Joins YSEALI Spring 2019



IB History Teacher and Environmentalist Joins YSEALI Spring 2019

Mr. Jude Russel Cuntapay made it to the list of bright young leaders set to leave for Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Spring 2019, April of this year. YSEALI, an Academic Fellowship Program sponsored by the U.S. government was launched in 2013 merging Asian nations promoting diplomacy and stronger ties among Asiatic young leaders from Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Laos, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam. Participants were chosen based on their respective advocacies and scholastic endeavors which primary objective is to shape a better community.

Currently, Mr. Cuntapay works with Southville’s top high school educators primarily teaching History, … [Read more]

ABM Students Display Business Acumen in HS Intrams Bazaar



August 31, 2017- The Accountancy, Business & Management (ABM) students of Southville International School and Colleges supported the High School Intramurals by hosting a two-day Entrep bazaar at the Monarchs Gym, practicing their skills in entrepreneurship as they commence yet another year of learning and growth.

Intrams and bazaars have always been a primary event in Southville as it allows students to participate in recreational sports and business as they advance to become movers and leaders in the global community.

HS Intrams Bazaar

HS Intrams Bazaar

HS Intrams Bazaar

In this bazaar, students showcased a wide array of food products, novelty items and enjoyable games that showed their creativity … [Read more]

Jodi Sta. Maria Enrolls in Southville



June 6, 2017 – Renowned actress Jodi Sta. Maria proved that not even show business can stop her from pursuing her dreams as she enrolled for BS Psychology in Southville International School and Colleges through the INNOVE Education Solution.

Jodi will be taking BS Psychology as a premedical course, a stepping stone to medical school.

“It is Jodi’s dream from the start to be a doctor. Being in the field of Psychology will prepare her to see a different perspective of medical course. Her selfless intention to help people will guide her in understanding people’s mind and behavior. We in … [Read more]

Avail the Southville Discounts Now!



Southville International School and Colleges is inviting everyone to avail the various discounts offered for School Year 2017-2018:

• Early Enrollment Discount
‣ Get 2 percent off on Tuition fee if you enroll before April 28, 2017

• Preschool Discount
‣ Get 5 percent off on Tuition fee for students enrolling in Nursery, Pre-Kinder, Junior Kinder, and Senior Kinder

• Entry Level Discount
‣ Get 8 percent off on Tuition fee for new students enrolling in Grade 1 and Grade 7

• Alumni Discount I
‣ Southville alumni get 10 percent off on Tuition fee for Graduate Courses
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HOW TO ENGAGE PRESCHOOLERS



Preschoolers are naturally curious. They are eager to explore their surroundings and know how things work. To engage young minds, the Preschool teachers of Southville International School and Colleges develop the project approachmethod in teaching young children.

Project Approach involves children in their learnings by letting them decide which among their interested topics are worth learning.  Project Approach has three phases: 1) Beginning the Project, 2) Developing the Project and 3) Concluding the Project. In Phase 1, Beginning the Project, the class decides on the topic through voting.  Learning the chosen topic together, as a class, throughout the term is Phase … [Read more]

Understanding Multiple Intelligences of the Students



“Each person has a different intellectual composition.”

– Howard Gardner
Frames of Mind (1983)

Through the years, the definition on what intelligence is has been on a broader scope. Human competencies are now based on more diverse combination of traditional and non-traditional intelligence including interpersonal, intrapersonal, musical, spatial, and kinesthetic that were long overlooked. Educational institutions especially international schools in the Philippines should find ways on how to apply these multiple intelligences in the classroom.

There are advantages perceived to be connected with enrolling in an international school and we listed some below.

  • The Existential Intelligence group is sensitive and
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The Mystery of the Human Anatomy through the Artworks of Mirielle Gianna Mintu and Eunice Gabrielle Manio



The Mystery of the Human Anatomy through the Artworks of Mirielle Gianna Mintu and Eunice Gabrielle Manio

The human body is sacred and mysterious that each part is intended to be of explicit capacity and purpose. It also reacts to both the external and internal factors and interprets each connection it makes with other existing creatures. Such gestures could mean uniquely in contrast to the person possessing them than the outer force who sees them. In a man’s plain physique lies a kaleidoscope of invisible patterns that connects each significant component artistically depicted by Southville’s IB Visual Arts understudies, Mireille Gianna Mintu and Eunice Gabrielle Manio.


“My artworks, in general, depict the social issue of mental and
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Southville to Host World Scholar’s Cup Manila Round 2019



Southville to Host World Scholar’s Cup Manila Round 2019

Straight from winning 66 GOLDS, 43 SILVERS, and a TROPHY outperforming most schools from 58 countries at the WSC – Tournament of Champions held in Yale University, Southville International School and Colleges is privileged to host the World Scholar’s Cup (WSC) – Manila Round happening on July 14 – 15, 2019.

“The World Scholar’s Cup is created to cater a different taste of academic competitions and conferences; a celebration of the joy of learning, a tournament as rewarding for the team that came in last as the team that came in first, and an enrichment opportunity that motivated students not [Read more]

Young Diplomats Rule Model United Nations



Young Diplomats Rule Model United Nations

Twenty-three young diplomats were sent by Southville International School and Colleges to represent the said institution at the Model United Nations Assembly 21st Conference. The team arrived at the World Health Organization Headquarters in formal wear armed with enough skills they need to survive the two-day exhaustive discussion on the world’s top issues. Three veteran delegates from the said team also joined the conference chair – Ye Eun Park (Historical Security Council), Alexandra Therese Derpo (Security Council), and Lester Joseph Buitizon (General Assembly for Special Political and Decolonisation). The whole morning was exclusively devoted for goals composing and campaigning. … [Read more]