STONYHURST SOUTH VILLE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Batangas Campus

NO. 18 A.Y. 2019-2020 DECEMBER 6, 2019

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Fully Accredited by

WASC, USA

STUDENTS AND PARENTS ’

VISION

A premier learning

institution with

national and

international

recognition,

developing lifelong

learners and leaders

with competencies,

global perspectives,

and hearts of

service in a culture

of academic and

values excellence.

MISSION STATEMENT

We are committed

to provide quality

international

education through

the 5Cs:

Competence,

Character,

Commitment to

Achieve,

Collaboration and

Creativity.

We seek to develop

lifelong learners and

leaders.

We prepare learners

to respond to the

needs of the 21st

century.

STONYHURST

SOUTHVILLE

INTERNATIONAL

SCHOOL

Batangas City,

Philippines

Tel. No. (043) 7233595 www.stonyhurst.edu.ph

infobatangas@stonyhurst.

edu.ph

DANCE VARSITY WOWS AT BCPRISA MODERN DANCE COMPETITION

DANCE VARSITY WOWS AT BCPRISA MODERN DANCE COMPETITION

L ady Valiant Knights flaunted how to properly put on a show with their

women-in-pop number in the recently concluded BCPRISA Cultural

Competitions—Modern Dance Category where they proudly bagged

the gold.

Members Tiana Azahle Dizon, Ella Nicole B. Bantigue, Jahmil Emerald S.

Banta, Yana C. Cenicio, Sum M. Sawamoto, Maria Paula P. Ramirez, Avril A.

Cena, Meykaella Gabrielle A. Gonda, Lara Dominique L. Gonzales, Regina

Janine M. Masangkay, Maria Fran-

cine Margarett A. Comia, and

Raylle Viccinne M. Castillo were

absolute showstoppers with their

powerful and meaningful act.

Congratulations, ladies! You

have shown us all that with grace

comes power, too. Congratula-

tions to their coaches as well and

to Sir Ythan Escamillas, Ms. Rushel

Masilang, and Ms. Marie Angelica

Wagan for the support you have

given that lead to this success!

Valiant knights rule provincial meet 2019

S SIS-Batangas athletes has proven their brawn once again as they bag

numerous medals in the recently concluded Provincial Meet 2019 held

in Lipa City last November 23-27.

First on the list in Kirsten Allyson V. Dimatatac who received Silver in the

100m Freestlyle Competition. Jacian Caerwyn Hernandez also showed

might in the waters and won Silver in the 4x100m Relay. Last awardee

among the swimmers is Francis Ethan A. Cabral who took how the Gold in

the 4x100m Freestyle Relay and Silver in the 4x50m Freestyle Relay.

Grade School jin, Merenielle Amber Cabral also won Bronze in the

Kyorugi Category in Taekwondo.

Great going, athletes! Please keep the grit that brought you these feats.

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Level December 5 December 6 December 9 December 10 December 11

Senior Kinder Dec. 3 Exam

Schedule

Dec. 4 Exam

Schedule

Dec. 5 Exam

Schedule

N/A N/A

Grades 1-6 Dec. 3 Exam

Schedule

Dec. 4 Exam

Schedule

Dec. 5 Exam

Schedule

Dec. 6 Exam

Schedule

N/A

Grades 7-10 Dec. 3 Exam

Schedule

N/A Dec. 4 Exam

Schedule

Dec. 5 Exam

Schedule

Dec. 9 Exam

Schedule

Grades 11-12 Dec. 2 Exam

Schedule

Dec. 3 Exam

Schedule

Dec. 4 Exam

Schedule

Dec. 5 Exam

Schedule

N/A

Adjusted Long Test/Final Test Schedules Adjusted Long Test/Final Test Schedules

Due to the inclement weather brought by Typhoon Tisoy, we had to cancel

classes in the days prior. With that, please be guided by the following revised

schedule of exams. Please take note that this is based on the original exam

schedule given in the previous issue, only adjusted in dates.

TAKE NOTE: All BCPRISA Academic Competitions will be re-scheduled on January 2020.

A few friendly reminders! P rofessional boundaries are an essential part of our work as teachers. How we

present ourselves, our interaction with others, and our general conduct are

highly significant when working directly with the pupils in our classroom and with

you, parents and guardians in extension.

Our personal presentation and professional conduct reduces the risk of allega-

tions and other factors that might affect our relationship with YOU as partners in our

shared goal: bringing out the best in our students.

With that in mind, please be reminded that teachers and staff are NOT ALLOWED

to:

accept invitations to parties and personal events of both students and

parents;

ask for and accept donations for personal advocacies or charity campaigns;

join Group Chats with students and/or parents in Facebook; and

invite parents nor students to become sponsors in weddings, baptism, etc.;

likewise, teachers and staff are not allowed to accept requests for sponsorship

in weddings, baptisms, etc.

Thank you for your continued support.

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A few friendly reminders!

Valiant Knights! As already stated in the previous issue, the Stonyhurst Southville for Others

(SSFO), spearheaded by the Student Council in cooperation with the DofE participants, and the

Grades 11 and 12 students for their CAS service, is gathering donations for its upcoming outreach

activity.

The outreach program is an annual school activity that gives opportunity to the students to

be aware of their brothers and sisters in need and to engage in service-related activities that will

enrich their learning experience. It also aims to develop the value of generosity and volunteerism

in the SSIS community.

The organizers are knocking on your benevolent hearts for donations in kind. Donations are

still accepted on or before Wednesday, December 11 in preparation for the actual program on

December 13, at the School Gymnasium.

What are you waiting for? Let’s put into life the real meaning of Christmas: sharing our

blessings.

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Nursery, Pre-Kinder, Junior Kinder, Senior Kinder: rice

Grades 1-3: noodles

Grade 3-noodles

Grades 4-6: canned goods

Grades 7 and 8: toothpaste, toothbrush, and

shampoo

Grades 9 and 10: soap and detergent

Grades 11 and 12: 3-in-1 coffee, milk, chocolate drink,

and biscuits

You may also share and donate new or

old toys and clothes along with your

assigned item(s). Let’s make someone

happy this Yuletide Season!

Announcement: Parents and guardians of Valiant Knights.

Ms. Ella is currently on Maternity Leave. So, all Student Services concerns are being monitored and supervised by

the Principal’s Office. Thank you! Quant Je Puis!

NO. 18 A.Y. 2019-2020 Page 4

Anthony Paul M. Calado

Principal

Corner Parenting

QUOTE OF

THE WEEK

QUOTE OF

THE WEEK

QUOTE OF

THE WEEK

Never hope for it more than

you work for it. “ ” - Sonya Teclai

In the middle of difficulty lies

opportunity. “ ” - Albert Einstein

Knowledge comes from open

eyes and working hands “ ” Reply Slip

( ) I have received and read Students and Parents’ Bulletin No. 18 A.Y. 2019-2020.

Student’s Name Level/Section Parent’s Signature

Dec. 9

CEO Forum

Dec. 9-10

Continuation of Exams (SK-Grade 12 Students)

Dec. 11

Portfolio Making Day (SHS Students)

Dec. 12-14

Extended Mid-Year

(EMY) Classes (SHS Students)

Dec. 13

Stonyhurst Southville

For Others (SSFO) for

Students.

- Anonymous

A s an institution, we have been slowly injecting the emphasis on gratitude in

our practice and culture. Needless to say, your help as parents and guardi-

ans of our Valiant Knights is vital in inculcating this value on them. So, here

are some ways to help our students to develop an attitude of gratitude.

But before we get to the how, let's explore the why. What is the big deal

about having an attitude of gratitude anyway?

First of all, gratitude is healthy for us. Yes, a grateful heart will definitely help us

be kinder and more giving as people. However, the benefit does not stop there. This

attitude can also benefit us physically. Studies have shown that being grateful com-

bats negative emotions, gives us more energy, and even lets us sleep better! This is

because when we are grateful, we activate brain regions associated with the feel

good transmitter, dopamine. Gratefulness also increases the mood neurotransmitter

serotonin and the trust hormone, oxytocin.

Moreover, gratitude also grants perspective in kids. When you take into ac-count the sheer amount of opportunities, privileges, and material possessions most

kids enjoy, they might feel entitled. Practicing gratitude, on the other hand, under-

scores the fact that all those comforts don't just pop out of thin air. When kids rec-

ognize that the things they own and the opportunities they have come from some-

one other than themselves, it helps them develop a healthy understanding of how

interdependent we all are — and they may be more inclined to treat others with

genuine respect.

So, how can we help our kids learn to live gratefully? Gratitude starts at home!

Here are some tips to help you start developing an attitude of gratitude in your

own household:

Name your blessings.

Be a grateful parent.

Resist the urge to shower them with too much materialistic things.

Keep “thank you” notes on hand.

Set a good example by saying "thank you" sincerely and often.

Link gratitude to your Higher Power.

Encourage them to give back.

Insist on politeness and respect all around.

Look for “teachable moments” in day-to-day experiences.

Find the silver lining even in the most challenging of times.

VALUE OF THE WEEK

Responding to

the Needs of

Others Especially

the Socially

Disadvantaged Adapted from: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/11-tips-for-instilling-true-gratitude-in-your-kids_b_4708019