Jesseans Train for First Aid by Rescue Team

Jessean Juniors and Seniors, led by CAT Commandant Alejandro Larosa, Jr. and volunteers from the Golden Heart Rescue Team of Valencia City, underwent Basic First Aid Administration and Rescue Training today, 28 June 2008 at the IJSB Barn. In light of the periodic occurence of natural calamities in the country, IJSB felt it only right to train able-bodied students in first aid, as well as emphasize Jesseans' civic duty of helping others during emergent times.

Update: The Rescue Training will proceed for three consecutive Saturdays with rotating instruction from Valencia City Rescue Team Members Eng. Abundio Casiano Jr. (President), Javlin Cordova (Vice-president), Renalyn Tenizo (Secretary), Annie Magdadaro (Treasurer), William Cortes (Auditor), Ian Lance Nuñez (P.I.O.), John Rey Remulta, Michael Gaite, Eman Casiano, Othilo Flores, Dan Rae Mabao, Endrelyn Mendoza, and Chequelyn Remulta.

Acquaintance Party a Success Amid Rains

The IJSB Acquaintance Party was held successfully at amid intermittent rains on Friday, 27 June 2008. A yearly activity designed to reinforce Jessean familyhood, the catered party was attended by high school students, teachers, and staff.

Each year level performed a number albeit damp, wet, or completely drenched. This year's seniors landed the top prize for performance. The IJSB White Strand Band also performed during dinner.

The party venue was generously provided by Architect and Mrs. Raul Alkuino, while Chardon's Catering (Dr. Conchita Bergado) provided the food and drinks (0920) 927-1022. Please press the play button above to see a slide show.

Dance Troupe Performs at Independance Day Celebrations

The IJSB Dance Troupe performed during the Philippine Independence Day Celebrations at the Valencia City Plaza on 12 June 2008.

Choreographed by Teacher Randy Macachor, the Jesseans presented a condensed interpretation of the liberation of the Philippines using the national flag as a metaphor.

Applauded by city officials and civilians alike, this marks the IJSB Dance Troupe's first performance during the school year. Check back soon to see what they'll be doing next. (Photos courtesy of Binky Alquino)

IJSB Opens Doors to New School Year

IJSB officially opened the school year (SY08-09) on Tuesday, 10 June 2008, with a bunch of new programs to be gradually phased in during the succeeding months.

IJSB is currently developing required Adjunct Classes (AC) for the High School Department which will take place once a week, beginning July. These are pragmatic classes designed to address academic/non-academic needs not offered in standard educational set-ups. Tentatively, Freshies will attend Speech and Conversation
(English), Sophies Environment and Society (Science and Social Studies), Juniors Marketing and Entrepreneurship (Math and Economics), and Seniors Motoring Skills. Grades for these classes will not be factored into students' grade average.

The Alternative Classroom Experience (ACE) will feature monthly hands-on classes in various fields outside the current academic curriculum, and is designed to enhance Jesseans' quality of student life. In the pipeline are such varied classes as Photography, Sushi Preparation, Art History and Appreciation, Robotics, Social Etiquette, Short-film Production, Podcasting, Graphic Design, and Cartooning for Kids.

These classes will be taught by professional practitioners and hobbyists in their respective fields and will be open to all IJSB students (pre-school, grade school, and high school levels), and to a limited degree, IJSB alumni. The ACE Program is not a replacement of IJSB's academic curriculum, is not compulsory, and will take place during weekends.

In order to improve school security, IJSB will be requiring cars to have vehicle passes in order to enter the school premises. Optional IJSB Pride Stickers are also available. Get yours from the Administration Office beginning 25 June.

IJSB invites suggestions from the Jessean community. Post a comment, send us an e-mail, drop by the office, or call us. Your help and contribution are essential to our collaborative effort in educating our children.

Jessean Teachers on Health Break; School to Open June 10th

IJSB Teachers had their well-deserved health break--a yearly school tradition right before classes begin--in Paradise Island, Samal, Davao. They headed for the beach on 31 May and stayed the night before going back to Valencia late on June first.

Meanwhile, IJSB classes are scheduled to begin on 10 June, Tuesday, 2008.