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'''Saint Jude Catholic School (SJCS)''', ({{zh|s={{linktext|lang=cmn-Hans|天主|敎|崇德|学校}}|t={{linktext|lang=cmn-Hant|天主|敎|崇德|學校}}|p=Tiānzhǔjiào Chóngdé Xuéxiào|poj=Thian-chí-kàu Chiông-tiak Ha̍k-hāu}}) is a private ] coeducational basic education institution run by the Philippine Central Province of the ] in the district of ] in ], ]. It is located adjacent to ]. It offers trilingual education in English, ], and Filipino. The ] school offers Nursery, Preparatory, Elementary (Grade 1 to Grade 6), Junior High School (Grade 7 to Grade 10) and Pre-University: Senior High School (Grade 11 to Grade 12) programs and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Although a lot of students who enroll tend to have hard times as the school gives too much homework at times.It is the oldest of the two Judenite institutions in the country. The school draws inspiration from the life and works of the institution's ], ]. The school was founded by 3 Chinese priests, Fr. Peter Tsao, SVD and Fr. Peter Yang, ], and later joined by Fr.Charles Tchou who died on November 7, 2008.<ref name="History"> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/ 20130614040349/http://www.sjcs.edu.ph/index.php/about-sjcs/historym|date=June 14, 2013}}</ref> '''Saint Jude Catholic School (SJCS)''', ({{zh|s={{linktext|lang=cmn-Hans|天主|敎|崇德|学校}}|t={{linktext|lang=cmn-Hant|天主|敎|崇德|學校}}|p=Tiānzhǔjiào Chóngdé Xuéxiào|poj=Thian-chí-kàu Chiông-tiak Ha̍k-hāu}}) is a private ] coeducational basic education institution run by the Philippine Central Province of the ] in the district of ] in ], ]. It is located adjacent to ]. It offers trilingual education in English, ], and Filipino. The ] school offers Nursery, Preparatory, Elementary (Grade 1 to Grade 6), Junior High School (Grade 7 to Grade 10) and Pre-University: Senior High School (Grade 11 to Grade 12) programs and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). It is the oldest of the two Judenite institutions in the country. The school draws inspiration from the life and works of the institution's ], ]. The school was founded by 3 Chinese priests, Fr. Peter Tsao, SVD and Fr. Peter Yang, ], and later joined by Fr. Charles Tchou who died on November 7, 2008.<ref name="History"> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/ 20130614040349/http://www.sjcs.edu.ph/index.php/about-sjcs/historym|date=June 14, 2013}}</ref>


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The Saint Jude Catholic School campus in the district of ] in Manila is composed of four buildings on a {{convert|2.5|ha|adj=on}} lot. These include the Prep School Building, the S.J. Building, the Fr. Peter Yang Building and the new Fu Shen Fu Building. The ] is located within the school's campus.<ref name="map"> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130614040406/http://www.sjcs.edu.ph/index.php/about-sjcs/map-information|date=June 14, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.stjudemanila.com/index.php/about-us |title=About us |publisher=Stjudemanila.com |date= |accessdate=2014-03-03}}</ref> The Saint Jude Catholic School campus in the district of ] in Manila is composed of four buildings on a {{convert|2.5|ha|adj=on}} lot. These include the Prep School Building, the S.J. Building, the Fr. Peter Yang Building and the new Fu Shen Fu Building. The ] is located within the school's campus.<ref name="map"> {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130614040406/http://www.sjcs.edu.ph/index.php/about-sjcs/map-information|date=June 14, 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.stjudemanila.com/index.php/about-us |title=About us |publisher=Stjudemanila.com |date= |accessdate=2014-03-03}}</ref>


Sports facilities on campus include a basketball stadium, badminton and volleyball courts, covered courts, ping-pong tables and a gym. The basketball stadium has a seating capability of 1,200 people and a regular-sized court that can be used for sporting events, and other activities. The new Fu Shen Fu Building was finished in December 2006. It houses a volleyball court and three badminton courts, a fully air-conditioned chapel, three computer labs, a dance practice facility, and also includes the residences of the priests/principals.<ref name=map/> Sports facilities on campus include a basketball stadium, badminton and volleyball courts, covered courts, ping-pong tables and a gym. The basketball stadium has a seating capability of 1,200 people and a regular-sized court that can be used for sporting events, and other activities.
The Fu Shen Fu Building was finished in December 2006. It houses a volleyball court and three badminton courts, a fully air-conditioned chapel, three computer labs, a dance practice facility, and also includes the residences of the priests/principals.<ref name="map" />


==History== ==History==
Saint Jude Catholic School was opened in July 1963 by Fr. Peter Yang, ], to reach out to the Chinese community of Manila and shepherd them into God's fold. Its early years saw an enrollment of 192 boys and girls in the preschool and first grade levels taught by nine teachers: Ms. Rosa Chua (Esteban), Ms. Josefina Uy (Tan), Ms. Angelina Onglatco, Ms. Rogracia Sunga, Ms. Corazon Sevilla, Ms. Amelita Simon and others.<ref name=History/> Saint Jude Catholic School was opened in July 1963 by Fr. Peter Yang, ]. Its early years saw an enrollment of 192 boys and girls in the preschool and first grade levels.<ref name=History/>


==Academics== ==Academics==
=== Admission === === Admission ===
Admission to Saint Jude Catholic School is competitive. All students enter Saint Jude as nursery students. The acceptance rate is around 12%. Transfer students are accepted, but are required to undergo an entrance examination. Admission to Saint Jude Catholic School is competitive. All students enter Saint Jude as nursery students. The acceptance rate is around 12%. Transfer students are accepted, but are required to undergo an entrance examination.{{clarify |reason=this looks contradictory |date=November 2024}}


=== Pre-University Programs === === Pre-University Programs ===
Saint Jude Catholic School offers two pre-university programs: Senior High School and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme Saint Jude Catholic School offers two pre-university programs: Senior High School and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.


==== Senior High School Education ==== ==== Senior High School Education ====
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==== International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme ==== ==== International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme ====
Saint Jude Catholic School is an IB World School and offers the Diploma Programme (DP).<ref>{{cite web |title=What is the Diploma Programme? |url=https://www.ibo.org/programmes/diploma-programme/what-is-the-dp/ |website=International Baccalaureate® |access-date=14 May 2021 |language=en}}</ref> Saint Jude Catholic School is an IB World School and offers the Diploma Programme (DP).<ref>{{cite web |title=What is the Diploma Programme? |url=https://www.ibo.org/programmes/diploma-programme/what-is-the-dp/ |website=International Baccalaureate® |date=19 August 2014 |access-date=14 May 2021 |language=en}}</ref>

== Activities ==
Saint Jude Catholic School activity groups include Christian Communities (Knights of the Altar Society, Christian Life Community, Judenites Chorale Ensemble, the St. Jude Chapter of the Filipino-Chinese Catholic Youth, a national organization), Student Governments (Student Councils), Performance Groups (Cheerleading Squad, Chinese Glee club, Drama Guild, Dance Troupe), Publications (The Judenites), and Sport teams (Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming, Table Tennis). Saint Jude also has the only Drum, Bugle and Marimba Corps in all the Filipino-Chinese Schools. The students can join Citizens Army Training (CAT) and the Saint Jude Scouting Movement (SJSM).

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=== Sportsfest ===

Sportsfest is an activity wherein high school students compete in sports and cheering. Usually occurring after the third quarter periodical exams, some of the sports that can be joined are badminton (singles and doubles), ping-pong, chess, volleyball, etc. Each sport is divided into Division A and Division B, with varsity members joining the former and barred from the latter for equality's sake.

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==Notable alumni== ==Notable alumni==
{{alumni|date=November 2024}}
*] ('79) — presidential spokesman, member of the three-man Communications Group of the Noynoy Aquino administration holding the rank of Cabinet Secretary, served as legal counsel and co-convenor of the civil society group, The Black and White Movement
*], lawyer, politician and technology entrepreneur<ref>{{cite news| last=Porcalla | first=Delon | title=The President's Men and Women: Spokesman won't defend a public lie | work=The Philippine Star | date=1 August 2010 | url=https://www.philstar.com/news-commentary/2010/08/01/598347/presidents-men-and-women-spokesman-wont-defend-public-lie | access-date=1 December 2024}}</ref>
*] ('80) — three-term Congressman from the City of ], Municipality of ]
*], politician{{cn|date= December 2024}}
*] ('94) — entrepreneur, TV show host
*], club owner and TV show host<ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.philstar.com/sunday-life/2013/10/20/1247090/tim-yap-shy-guy-celebrity |title=Tim Yap: From shy guy to celebrity |last1=Gonzalez |first1=Bianca|date=October 20, 2013 |work=The Philippine Star |accessdate=1 December 2024}}</ref>
*Carmela Antoinette Sio Lao — Silver-medalist at International Mathematical Olympiad<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.imo-official.org/participant_r.aspx?id=18577 | title=International Mathematical Olympiad}}</ref>
](‘94) - is a distinguished alumni of St. Jude Catholic School (SJCS), known for his contributions in education, literature, and journalism. He represented De La Salle University at the Harvard Colloquium in 2016, engaging with global scholars on academic and social issues. Yu is also the author of "Legend of the 9", a historical fiction novel that blends mythological folklore and history. Additionally, he has written for The Manila Standard, contributing insightful articles on Business and culture. As a thesis adviser at De La Salle University, he mentored notable students like athlete and academic Jeron Teng. Junius Yu also received an MBA from the ] and a PhD from ](DLSU). He currently serves as the Vice Chair and Assistant Professor in the Department of Decision Sciences and Innovation at DLSU. In this role, he contributes to advancing research and teaching in the fields of decision sciences, innovation management, and business strategy. His academic background, combined with practical experience, allows him to bring a unique perspective to both his research and teaching activities. Junius is deeply committed to fostering innovative thinking and decision-making skills among students and professionals in the rapidly evolving business landscape. 6. <ref> {{cite web | https://www.dlsu.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/contributors-041519.pdf | title=}The Contributors } Retrived 2024-11-24

<ref> {{ cite web | https://www.shangbao.com.ph/qtdt/2022/05-03/119571.shtml title=} 楊培基理事黃玉心醫學博士賢伉儷令郎 楊起龍君以優越成績榮獲商務哲學博士 } Retrived 2024-11-24
<ref> {{ cite web| https://manilastandard.net/author/juniuswyu


==References== ==References==
{{Reflist|colwidth=30em}} {{Reflist|colwidth=30em}}
6. ^ Junius Yu https://www.dlsu.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/contributors-041519.pdf | title=}The Contributors } Retrived 2024-11-24

7. ^ Junius Yu https://www.shangbao.com.ph/qtdt/2022/05-03/119571.shtml title=} 楊培基理事黃玉心醫學博士賢伉儷令郎 楊起龍君以優越成績榮獲商務哲學博士 } Retrived 2024-11-24

8. ^ Junius Yu https://manilastandard.net/author/juniuswyu
Retrived 2024-11-24

9. ^ https ://www.philstar.com/sports/2017/05/05/1691143/teng-confirms-applying-pba-draft
Retrieved 2024-11-2024


==External links== ==External links==

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Saint Jude Catholic School
Location
327 Ycaza St., San Miguel, Manila, Metro Manila
Philippines
Coordinates14°35′46.07″N 120°59′46.15″E / 14.5961306°N 120.9961528°E / 14.5961306; 120.9961528
Information
TypePrivate Roman Catholic Non-profit Coeducational Basic (K-12) education institution
Motto"Witnessing to the Word in the World."
Religious affiliation(s)Roman Catholic
(Divine Word Missionaries)
Patron saint(s)St. Jude Thaddeus
EstablishedJune 1963; 61 years ago (June 1963)
FoundersFr. Peter Yang, SVD
Fr. Peter Tsao, SVD
Mons. Charles Tchou, LRMS
DirectorFr. Roland U. Aquino, SVD
PrincipalFr. Paulino T. Belamide, SVD
Head Teachers
  • Helen Torrecampo, LPT, MA
    (English High School)
  • Digna Pagapong, LPT, MAT
    (English Grade School)
  • Ma. Teresa de Leon, LPT
    (English Prep School)
ChaplainFr. Ferdinand Antoine Q. Bajao, SVD
Faculty238
GradesK to 12
Number of students3,300
CampusUrban 2.5 hectares (25,000 m)
Color(s)Green   and   White
SongSJCS Hymn
AthleticsVarsity team names:
  • Green Knights
    (High School boys' varsity teams)
  • Lady Green Knights
    (High School girls' varsity teams)
SportsVarsity sports teams:
Basketball Volleyball Football Badminton Table Tennis Swimming
MascotJude the Knight
Lady Judy Knight
NicknameJudenite
Athletic AssociationsWNCAA PCYAA FCAAF
MSSA PCABL
Websitesjcs.edu.ph

Saint Jude Catholic School (SJCS), (simplified Chinese: 天主崇德学校; traditional Chinese: 天主崇德學校; pinyin: Tiānzhǔjiào Chóngdé Xuéxiào; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Thian-chí-kàu Chiông-tiak Ha̍k-hāu) is a private Catholic coeducational basic education institution run by the Philippine Central Province of the Society of the Divine Word in the district of San Miguel in Manila, Philippines. It is located adjacent to Malacañang Palace. It offers trilingual education in English, Mandarin Chinese, and Filipino. The coeducational school offers Nursery, Preparatory, Elementary (Grade 1 to Grade 6), Junior High School (Grade 7 to Grade 10) and Pre-University: Senior High School (Grade 11 to Grade 12) programs and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). It is the oldest of the two Judenite institutions in the country. The school draws inspiration from the life and works of the institution's patron saint, Saint Jude Thaddeus. The school was founded by 3 Chinese priests, Fr. Peter Tsao, SVD and Fr. Peter Yang, SVD, and later joined by Fr. Charles Tchou who died on November 7, 2008.

The National Shrine of Saint Jude Thaddeus is located inside the campus

Campus

The Saint Jude Catholic School campus in the district of San Miguel in Manila is composed of four buildings on a 2.5-hectare (6.2-acre) lot. These include the Prep School Building, the S.J. Building, the Fr. Peter Yang Building and the new Fu Shen Fu Building. The National Shrine of Saint Jude Thaddeus is located within the school's campus.

Sports facilities on campus include a basketball stadium, badminton and volleyball courts, covered courts, ping-pong tables and a gym. The basketball stadium has a seating capability of 1,200 people and a regular-sized court that can be used for sporting events, and other activities.

The Fu Shen Fu Building was finished in December 2006. It houses a volleyball court and three badminton courts, a fully air-conditioned chapel, three computer labs, a dance practice facility, and also includes the residences of the priests/principals.

History

Saint Jude Catholic School was opened in July 1963 by Fr. Peter Yang, SVD. Its early years saw an enrollment of 192 boys and girls in the preschool and first grade levels.

Academics

Admission

Admission to Saint Jude Catholic School is competitive. All students enter Saint Jude as nursery students. The acceptance rate is around 12%. Transfer students are accepted, but are required to undergo an entrance examination.

Pre-University Programs

Saint Jude Catholic School offers two pre-university programs: Senior High School and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

Senior High School Education

Saint Jude Catholic School offers Senior High School education. They offer academic strands such as ABM (Accountancy and Business Management), STEM specialized in Engineering (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), STEM specialized in Biology, and HUMSS (Humanities and Social Sciences).

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Saint Jude Catholic School is an IB World School and offers the Diploma Programme (DP).

SVD Retreat House
Winners of an activity on Family Day

Notable alumni

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References

  1. ^ 20130614040349/http://www.sjcs.edu.ph/index.php/about-sjcs/historym Archived June 14, 2013, at the Wayback Machine
  2. ^ Archived June 14, 2013, at the Wayback Machine
  3. "About us". Stjudemanila.com. Retrieved 2014-03-03.
  4. "What is the Diploma Programme?". International Baccalaureate®. 19 August 2014. Retrieved 14 May 2021.
  5. Porcalla, Delon (1 August 2010). "The President's Men and Women: Spokesman won't defend a public lie". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 1 December 2024.
  6. Gonzalez, Bianca (October 20, 2013). "Tim Yap: From shy guy to celebrity". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 1 December 2024.

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