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| *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> | *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. References 6. <ref> {{cite web | https://www.dlsu.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/contributors-041519.pdf | title=}The Contributors } Retrived 2024-11-24 | ](‘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 ]. 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. References 6. <ref> {{cite web | https://www.dlsu.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/contributors-041519.pdf | title=}The Contributors } Retrived 2024-11-24 | ||
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| Saint Jude Catholic School | |
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| Location | |
| 327 Ycaza St., San Miguel, Manila, Metro Manila Philippines | |
| Coordinates | 14°35′46.07″N 120°59′46.15″E / 14.5961306°N 120.9961528°E / 14.5961306; 120.9961528 |
| Information | |
| Type | Private 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 |
| Established | June 1963; 61 years ago (June 1963) |
| Founders | Fr. Peter Yang, SVD Fr. Peter Tsao, SVD Mons. Charles Tchou, LRMS |
| Director | Fr. Roland U. Aquino, SVD |
| Principal | Fr. Paulino T. Belamide, SVD |
| Head Teachers |
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| Chaplain | Fr. Ferdinand Antoine Q. Bajao, SVD |
| Faculty | 238 |
| Grades | K to 12 |
| Number of students | 3,300 |
| Campus | Urban 2.5 hectares (25,000 m) |
| Color(s) | Green and White |
| Song | SJCS Hymn |
| Athletics | Varsity team names:
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| Sports | Varsity sports teams: Basketball Volleyball Football Badminton Table Tennis Swimming |
| Mascot | Jude the Knight Lady Judy Knight |
| Nickname | Judenite |
| Athletic Associations | WNCAA PCYAA FCAAF MSSA PCABL |
| Website | sjcs |
Saint Jude Catholic School (SJCS), (simplified Chinese: 天主敎崇德学校; traditional Chinese: 天主敎崇德學校; 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). 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 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.
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 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.
History
Saint Jude Catholic School was opened in July 1963 by Fr. Peter Yang, SVD, 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.
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).
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).
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.
Notable alumni
- Edwin Lacierda ('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
- Federico Sandoval II ('80) — three-term Congressman from the City of Malabon, Municipality of Navotas
- Tim Yap ('94) — entrepreneur, TV show host
- Carmela Antoinette Sio Lao — Silver-medalist at International Mathematical Olympiad
Junius W. Yu (‘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 Australian National University and a PhD from De La Salle University(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. References 6. <ref> {{cite web | https://www.dlsu.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/contributors-041519.pdf | title=}The Contributors } Retrived 2024-11-24
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References
- ^ 20130614040349/http://www.sjcs.edu.ph/index.php/about-sjcs/historym Archived June 14, 2013, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Archived June 14, 2013, at the Wayback Machine
- "About us". Stjudemanila.com. Retrieved 2014-03-03.
- "What is the Diploma Programme?". International Baccalaureate®. Retrieved 14 May 2021.
- "International Mathematical Olympiad".
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
Media related to Saint Jude Catholic School (Manila) at Wikimedia Commons
- Official website
- Official website of the Saint Jude Catholic School Alumni Association
- Official SJCS Batch '82 website
- Archive of photos
- National Shrine of St. Jude Thaddeus
- Chinese-language schools in Manila
- International Baccalaureate schools in the Philippines
- Education in San Miguel, Manila
- Catholic elementary schools in Manila
- Catholic secondary schools in Manila
- Divine Word Missionaries Order
- Educational institutions established in 1963
- 1963 establishments in the Philippines