EDITED NEWSLETTER VOLUME 5 A.Y. 2024-2025 (3)

• NEWS | VOLUME v
• On November
• 28, 2024, Southville
• International

School

Affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU) held a career talk featuring representatives from De Montfort University in Lux Hall.

Students from Southville

International School and Colleges (SISC), South SEED LPDH College (SSLC), International

• Southville School
• Malaraya
• (SSISM), Stonyhurst

International School Batangas (SSISB), and Southville International School

Affiliated with Foreign Universities (SISFU) entered the venue as they received brochures and other small giveaways and scanned QR codes.

Once the attendees were seated, Mr. Daniel Steel, the Dean of Academics and Director of Strategy and Partnerships, welcomed the guest. Mr. Steel introduced the special visitors from England and highlighted the importance of international education in his speech.

After Mr. Steel's introduction, he invited Ms. Gia Sood, a student from SISFU on stage.

She delivered a De Montfort University Talk

Cleavon Ice Hufano remarkable rendition of "La Vie en Rose".

Following

Sood's performance, Mr. Jonathan Borja welcomed Ms. Nas Harrison, Head of Global Partnerships, and Mr. Ian Thomas, Associate Dean for International

(Faculty of Business and Law) up on stage.

As Mr. Thomas and Ms. Harrison took the stage, they discussed

De Montfort

University's history and mentioned that it attracts a significant number of international students, with approximately enrolled in programs.

its 8,000 business

The conversation then shifted to the topic of transnational education. Ms. Nas Harrison explained that this concept involves UK and Australian universities reaching out to students to offer awards and opportunities for them to study at their institutions. She noted that partnering with higher education institutions like

SISFU is crucial, emphasizing their successful nine-year partnership.

Ms. Harrison elaborated on Mr.

Thomas’s discussion, highlighting Dubai and campuses in the various opportunities available at De Montfort University, such as summer school program and field trips to Manila for UK students, which foster international Finally, she networking. noted that transnational education has been in existence for 30 years.

Mr. Thomas spoke about facing difficulties and shared valuable tips and advice on the importance of good decision-making.

Following his speech, Ms.

Harrison shared that 40% of SISFU students achieved first-class degrees.

After both of their insightful presentations, a video was shown highlighting the partnership between SISFU and the UK, which focuses on providing opportunities international and highquality education.

The Q&A portion of the program began with students from SISFU, SISC, SSLC, SSISM, and SSISB. They inquired opportunities for about nursing graduates in the UK, the impact of shorter courses with heavy workloads, tuition costs, the strengths of SISFU students, the integration of AI into the curriculum, accommodation options, the school culture, the law curriculum, the availability of a data analytics top-up degree, extra curricular activities, and whether travel costs are covered.

After the Q&A session concluded, presented

Mr. a Steel video showcasing SISFU students warmly welcoming visitors from De Montfort University into their building, highlighting their hospitality.

The program offered a valuable Montfort overview of De University, showcasing its academic offerings, campus culture, and student resources. Participants engaged with university representatives, gaining insights into the institution's commitment to student success and professional development.

Getting to Know SISC: JHS Coffee Chat Kicks Off Academic Year

Liam Vidal

On October

11, 2024, parents and students gathered at Luxembourg Hall for SISC’s Junior High School (JHS) Coffee Chats, an opportunity to connect with teachers and discuss any concerns. Two sessions were held: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for Grades 7 and 8, and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for Grades 9 and 10.

The event opened with introductions from hosts Alarice Laraño and Marcus Mariano for Grades 7 and 8, and Lee Seulbi and Lee Juyoung for Grades 9 and 10. Teacher Avic delivered welcoming remarks, setting a warm tone for the gathering.

An icebreaker game, led by SISC’s

Student

Council President Kim Min Young “Charis” and Vice President Kim

Kimoon

“Martin,”

energized attendees

Volunteer parents participated in a quiz-style game featuring questions about the school, covering topics such as assembly segments, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and CGS.

The program also included live performances. Tabitha Santos performed

“Every Summertime” by NIKI for Grades 7 and 8, while Prinz Ryen rendered Sam Smith’s “I’m Not The Only One” for Grades 9 and 10.

Breakout sessions followed, with parents joining their child’s class table to discuss academic progress and school reminders for the year. Snacks and drinks were available at the snack bar throughout the event. The coffee chats concluded with farewells and a group photo, marking a successful and productive start to the academic year.