MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

MS. DONNABELLE ATIENZA

It is with great excitement that I welcome each and every one of you to the new academic year! As we now  have all 700-plus Kings back on campus, including our youngest preschoolers who joined us last week, our school is once again full of life and energy. I am thrilled to see the hallways filled with familiar and new faces, ready to embrace another year of learning and growth.

Looking back on the past year’s achievements, we are filled with pride for the experiences and milestones we shared. The academic year 2023-2024 was nothing short of extraordinary. Allow me to share some of our proudest accomplishments:

Institutional Achievements:

  • Following a very successful visit, we were granted another 6-year accreditation by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges, USA (WASC), a testament to the world-class education we provide.
  • We were recognized by Character.Org for our Promising Practice, “Act of Courtesy/Tap of Respect” emphasizing the importance of respect, courtesy, and sense of belonging in our daily interactions.
  • SSISM achieved First Place in Synergy for Scholastic Readers’ Cup for the fourth consecutive year, along with a Second Place finish for individual school awards.

Faculty Excellence:

  • 100% of our Math teachers passed the SUKEN test, Japan’s Math Certification Exam that assesses mathematical proficiency across various levels, showcasing their expertise and dedication to the subject. 
  • 100% of our teachers from all departments completed training in Artificial Intelligence(AI) through various courses, including AI Education and Magic School.

Academics:

  • In the Standards-Based Assessment(SBA), our school surpassed expectations, being Beyond Target in English for 10 consecutive years.
  • We ranked highest among SGEN schools in the Proficient /Highly Proficient levels in both English and Science.
  • In the Science SBA, we celebrated three perfect scorers in Senior Kinder and 12 perfect scorers in Grade 12.

Student Winnings and Recognitions:

  • Over 100 awards were won by our talented students last year.
  • We received international recognitions in English, Math and Science and excelled in national chess competitions.
  • Our students claimed championships in a range of competitions, including Singing, Monologues, Basketball Leagues, Chess, and the Stock Trading Challenge.

Alumni Achievements:

Even as a young school with only 17 years of history, our alumni have already made significant strides:

  • 1 Cum Laude
  • 4 Magna Cum Laude 
  • 2 Summa Cum Laude graduates, and 
  • 21 board passers have emerged from our school

These remarkable accomplishments are a reflection of our relentless pursuit of excellence and the collective effort of our community. As we embark on the new school year, we continue  with the initiatives we started last year, including:

  • IXL for personalized learning, 
  • W3 (Winning in the Work World) to prepare our students for future careers
  • Socio-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Tier One Well-Being and Personality Effectiveness Program (TOWPEP) for holistic development.

This year, we are excited to introduce several new initiatives:

  • The integration of Artificial Intelligence into the curriculum, preparing our students for a tech-driven world.
  • The establishment of an Institutional Choral Group, giving our students another outlet for artistic expression.
  • We will also mount a School Play, fostering creativity and collaboration.
  • Our goal to be recognized as a School of Character through Character.Org will guide us in nurturing values-based education.
  • We are also preparing for accreditation as an IB(International Baccalaureate) school to further expand our global educational perspective.
  • Lastly, we are enhancing our campus with additional and improved facilities for the benefit of all.

These initiatives align with our mission to be the Center for Learning, Innovation, and  Creativity. As we move towards our 18th year, we remain committed to making this the best year yet for every member of our community.

Together, let’s make this year to remember! Once again, welcome to the HOME OF THE KINGS! Always wear your invisible crown. Quant je puis!

 

 

Donnabelle L. Atienza, Principal