30th Regional Quiz Bee

The 30th Regional Quiz Bee was held last December 11, 2009 in Iloilo City. Its aim was to strengthen education by promoting excellence in Philippine History, Local History (Western Visayas), Mathematics, Science and Technology and the good values of leadership, peace unity, brotherhood and love of country.

Pryle Almira Soluta, a Grade 6 pupil from SFAS, was one of the contestants in the Regional Quiz Bee under Local History.

Grade 5 and 6 Outreach

Grade 5 and 6 classes had their outreach in Don Herminio Elementary School last December 7, 2009 with their advisers Mrs. Maryrose Amador and Sir Ariel Gabino. Each class gave a presentation to entertain the pupils.

I liked the heart-warming welcome of the teachers and pupils of Don Herminio Elementary School. (Christine Marie Reyes)

We enjoyed the games. (Lance Cary Fuentes)

We ate snacks with my partner and asked some questions to know more about their lives. (Hannah Mae Bacroya)

Teacher Empowerment: Shared Governance, Share Responsibility

The NASSPHIL Organizers hold a 2nd NASSPHIL Congress on the topic "Teacher Empowerment: Shared Governance, Share Responsibility" at El Grande Resort, Iloilo City last November 20-22, 2009 which was attended by Sir Ariel and Mrs. Lina Gabino.

It was such a privilege for me again to be part of the NASSPHIL Congress. I realized how important the learners of today's generation be nurtured in their wholistic personalities against the problems of our country nowadays. It is a challenge and a call for us educators. (Sir Ariel V. Gabino, Filipino High School teacher)

I've given the oppurtunity to experience the spirit of friendship among the participants of the NASSPHIL Congress. Ms. Lina Gabino)

Joint Parents Fellowship and Regional Teachers GASTPE Orientation

Last December 4-5, 2009, Ms. Melit A. Gustilo, the school principal of SFAS and Mrs. Christine Quiamco, a parent from the 3rd year class attended a "Joint Parents Fellowship and Regional Teachers GASTPE Orientation" at El Grande Hotel, Jaro, Iloilo City. It was a delightful interaction among principals, teachers and parents of the EVC/EVS participating private schools all throughout Region VI. Dr. Milagros Talinio of DepEd Manila, Congressman Piamonte of A Teacher Partylist, and Dr. Lolita Andrada, Director of Secondary Education, DepEd Manila were among the special guests during the orientation. Everybody was excited when Dr. Exequiel Guanzon, RPC, Region VI announced the GASTPE Teacher's Subsidy Guidelines.

Non-Teaching Personnel Goes on Training

The Educational Task Force Administration Commission of NOPSSCEA held a seminar-workshop on the topic: "Enhancing Work Values for Increased Productivity" last November 26, 2009 at the AVR 1, L.A. Building of Riverside College, Bacolod City. It was attended by the non-teaching personnel of SFAS such as Ms. Crisel Estardo, Ms Marichris Lautrezo and Ms. Reah Torreno and Ms. Ophalyn Opao of the Tapulanga Foundation.

I liked the workshop and sharing. (Ms. Marichris Lautrezo, Multi-Media In-Charge)

I like the good conversation and sharing between the participants. (Ms. Crisel Estardo, school secretary)

A Day of Recollection and Fun

The faculty and staff of SFAS had a "break" from school work last November 23, 2009 in Sta. Fe Resort, Bacolod City. The morning was spent with Father Farley Santillan giving a talk on the Advent season and giving confession. A group sharing was followed. After lunch, some played board games while others swam in the pool.

I was touched when Father mentioned about family. (Mrs. Josephine Negrito, janitress)

I learned the importance of understanding one another. (Mrs. Marissa Guadalupe, nurse)

I like the sharing time which gave us the opportunity to pour out what we wanted to tell to our fellow teachers. (Ms. Melit Gustilo, principal)

A "Taste" of Islam

Last November 20, 2009, the 2nd year students of St. Francis of Assisi School of Silay City went on a field trip to a Muslim mosque in Mansilingan, Bacolod City. This was part of their lesson on Islam in their Asian History class with Sir JR Abello. The class was introduced to the Islam religion by one of the mosque's spiritual leaders and they were able to observe an hour of prayer by the Muslims. After the prayers, the class was treated to snacks and a round of question-and-answer forum.

I liked the time when we observed Muslims how they prayed. (Paula Jean Palec)

I now understand deeper the religion of Islam. (Johannah Ganza)

I liked talking with some Muslims and learned more about their religion. (Charisse Gustilo)