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BS Psychology Alumna Shines at 2019 World Championship of Performing Arts (WCOPA)



BS Psychology Alumna Shines at  2019 World Championship of Performing Arts (WCOPA)

BS Psychology alumna, Kristine Burgos bagged several awards at the 2019 World Championship of Performing Arts (WCOPA). Kristine aced several singing categories such as WORLD (gold), LATIN (silver), R&B/JAZZ/SOUL (silver), GOSPEL (bronze), and ROCK (bronze). Kristine auditioned in Batangas City the moment she found out about WCOPA. Eager to represent the Philippines, Kristine juggled her competition and board exam review schedules. As a psychology practitioner, Kristine shared, “ It is important to have your inner peace as an individual and it is important to be surrounded with people who encourage you to do your best.. For me, it was really [Read more]

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]

Bea Rodriguez on Being Raised as a Math Whiz and Her Competition Rituals



Bea Rodriguez on Being Raised as a Math Whiz and Her Competition Rituals

Southville: What makes Mathematics special to you

Bea: Math takes a special place in my heart because of all the math training I have undergone and all the math competitions I have joined. 

Southville: When did you discover your passion for Math?

Bea: I only discovered my passion for math this grade 9 when I joined different math competitions with Southville. Even though I have been joining MTAP in my old school since grade 4, it was only in Southville that I was really pushed to excel in math and that really sparked my passion and willingness to … [Read more]

Southville Unites Community Leaders Across MUNTIPARLAS



Southville Unites Community Leaders Across MUNTIPARLAS

It was an afternoon of meaningful and productive get-together where 48 community leaders from 19 villages met up close and personal leading to a constructive discussion of the issues that matter among homeowners associations. Southville International School and Colleges organized an event that will forge leadership camaraderie with the goal of building productive communities across MUNTIPARLAS. In the event “A Networking of Village Officers and Homeowners Associations”, managing challenges, best practices, and proposed collaborative projects were raised and discussed spearheaded by Dir. Tito L. Tolentino, Chairman for Environment Committee and Vice President for the BF Federation of Homeowner Association, … [Read more]

Homegrown Monarch Patricia Bata on the Value of Character Among Southville’s 5Cs



Homegrown Monarch Patricia Bata on the Value of Character Among Southville’s 5Cs

CHARACTER complements COMPETENCE. These are two of Southville’s 5Cs embodied by its students both in their academic and personal endeavors. In an international school which diverse environment plays a big role in a student’s competitive mindset, it is a test of character that will help measure one’s holistic potential.  

During the recognition day of SISC High School Division, homegrown Monarch and guest speaker Patricia Bata gratefully reminisced her competitive high school life and how it’s underlying challenges shaped her as a person. She was part of both the academic and sports varsity, member of the student council, and one of … [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]

The BIG THREE: Celebrating Southville’s MBA, MAP, and MIT Pioneer Graduates



The BIG THREE: Celebrating Southville’s MBA, MAP, and MIT  Pioneer Graduates

Among the highlights of this academic year’s graduation ceremonies were the PIONEER GRADUATES of “THE BIG THREE” –  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Arts in Psychology (MAP), and Master in Information Technology (MIT) degrees. Southville International School and Colleges (SISC) celebrates the success of its principal masters comprising of high-profile personalities furthering their education in their respective fields. It was in academic year 2016 – 2017 when SISC officially launched these graduate programs with a roster of noteworthy instructors spearheading the classes. SISC has proven excellence in the fields of Business, Psychology, and Information Technology hence leading to … [Read more]

Southville International School and Colleges Receives the Seal of Gold from Investors in People (IiP)



Southville International School and Colleges Receives the Seal of Gold from Investors in People (IiP)

SOUTHVILLE  INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AND COLLEGES (SISC) retains the Seal of Gold for Excellence in People Management from Investors in People (IIP). SISC was congratulated for maintaining and improving on their good leadership and management practices that go beyond the core IIP Standard. IIP is the world’s leading accreditation for business improvement through people management

During the assessment visit conducted on 16th to 17th January 2019, IIP assessor Ms. Pinky Diokno noted that SISC is a school to benchmark with in terms of developing, supporting and motivating employees. Some of the notable strengths mentioned are how well the vision, mission, and … [Read more]