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On September 29, 2023, the Student Coordinating Body (SCB) prepared a program for the teachers of St. Peter the Apostle School with the theme, "PeTEACHERians: Mentors of the Future".

With the help of the Student Response Team (SRT), the students gathered at the school grounds in the morning to greet the arriving administrators, teachers, and staff. Student-teachers also assisted in gathering the students at the gymnasium to attend the program. 

Today, St. Peter the Apostle School opened its doors to new and returning Peterians. It also had its student orientation program for the school year 2023-2024 at the SPAS Hall of Hope on the same day. The program began with the warm and encouraging opening remarks delivered by our school principal, Mr. Louie Francis G. Uy. Addressing the Peterians, he emphasized the four core values of the institution and how the students can practice them.

Peterian parents filled St. Peter the Apostle School’s gymnasium as it held its parents’ orientation last July 22, 2023. The program commenced with a Holy Mass, setting a spiritual tone for the event presided by our school director, Rev. Fr. Emilio A. Ascaño, LRMS. Our newly appointed principal, Mr. Louie Francis G. Uy, was introduced by our school director to our parents and guardians. This introduction provided a platform for the parents to gain insight about the principal's vision and educational philosophy.

SPAS Administrators, Faculty Members, and Non-Teaching Personnel geared up in their preparations to welcome the new school year. The In-Service-Training Program for 2023 started today, June 30, 2023. The program started with the Celebration of the Word, followed by the welcome remarks from our new School Principal, Mr. Louie Francis G. Uy, and the introduction of SPAS Administrators, Faculty Members, and Non-Teaching Personnel. New members of the SPAS Faculty were also introduced. For the next three weeks, various activities and programs are designed to reskill and upskill the SPAS personnel in welcoming our students for S.Y. 2023–2024. 

St. Peter the Apostle School held its summer program in the month of June with the aim of unleashing the talents of our beloved Peterians. The program consisted of various lessons such as Taekwondo, Chinese drums, piano, guitar, ballet, and baking lessons. These activities did not only serve as a pastime but also as a way to enjoy learning new things.

St. Peter the Apostle School (SPAS) recently conducted its Annual Planning for the School Year 2023– 2024 on May 30, 2023 at the SPAS Hall of Hope. The planning session was led by the School Director, Rev. Fr. Emilio A. Ascaño, LRMS, and was attended by all administrators, members of the faculty, and non-teaching personnel. Our partners in education, representatives from SPAS Parents’ Auxiliary and SPAS Alumni Association, were also present. 

St. Peter the Apostle School held its three-day year-end rites last May 25 to 27, 2023 with the theme, “Peterians: Journeying Towards Education Transformation”. The event was composed of the graduation, moving up, and recognition ceremonies and these were attended by the SPAS administrators, faculty, staff, representatives from SPAS Alumni Association and Parents’ Auxiliary, graduates, completers, and awardees together with their parents and guardians.

It was one magical night for the Grades 10-12 students of St. Peter the Apostle School as they held their Junior-Senior Promenade on May 5, 2023 at Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila. This event was also attended by some SPAS administrators, teachers, SPAS Parents’ Auxiliary officers, and an alumna as one of the judges for the awards.

In the month of December 2022, Vlade Montgomery Guillermo of 6-Ren received a gold medal in the heat round of Guangdong-Hong Kong Macao, Greater Bay Area Mathematical Olympiad Big Bei. The said event is an annual international Olympiad competition Organized by Olympiad Champion  Education Centre (OCEC) in Hongkong. 

As we are all beating the summer heat, Vlade Montgomery S. Guillermo can't stop beating his own achievements. He has once again won a SILVER MEDAL  in the International Mathematicians Open for Young Achievers (IMOYA) held in Singapore on March  24-27, 2023. 

This academic year has been full of challenges as it has been a year of transition for most schools. To celebrate the accomplishments done in the school year 2022-2023, the Student Coordinating Body (SCB) officers hosted their SCB Year-End Program last April 24, 2023 to recognize and acknowledge the contributions of all the Peterians in making this year a fruitful one.

Since nobody can predict when natural disasters will happen, it is a must that everyone is prepared for emergencies that may arise. In line with this, St. Peter the Apostle School conducted a fire and earthquake drill last April 24, 2023.

The SPAS Interact Club participated in the Leadership Team Building 2023 organized by the Rotary and Rotaract Clubs of Quirino Manila Central entitled “Lead the Way: Empowering Youth Leadership” last April 22, 2023.

The Interactors definitely had fun as the event was full of new experiences and learnings. Not only that, they also had the chance to communicate, meet, and work with Interactors from other schools. They were immersed in group activities which helped them develop their skills in becoming good leaders in the future.

Another Peterian showed excellence through her athletic skills as she joined in the NCR Meet 2023 Swimming Competition last April 21-25, 2023 at Muntinlupa Sports Complex-Aquatic Center. 

St. Peter the Apostle School held its Math and MAPEH Month celebration on March 24, 2023, with the theme: "Mathematics is for Everyone: Create, Enjoy, and Learn''. 

On February 20, 2023, the senior high school facilitated the "Engineering for Kids." It was one of the programs for the Science Fair  in which  they were tasked to perform engaging experiments in the fields of Chemistry, Biology, and Physics. This project was created primarily for SPAS ECE learners to help them advance their knowledge and scientific curiosity. Moreover, performances from the ECE students and games were held prior to the start of the Science Fair Exhibit.

St. Peter the Apostle School was finally able to conduct activities for its 47th Foundation Week Celebration last February 15-20, for the academic year 2022-2023.

With the year’s theme, “Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, Envisioning the Future" the 21st century learners realized that learning science does not only happen inside the classrooms but it comes from experience and gaining knowledge in our everyday activities. With that in mind, Science Olympics, a series of exhibits/booths of science games, was organized by the junior high school students to be played and participated by the SPAS community.

During the SPAS 47th Founding Anniversary celebration, the Science Department conducted a Quiz Bee held at the SPAS Gymnasium on February 20, 2023. All high school students were able to participate in this said activity to recognize the importance of honing the scientific aptitude of students in the different fields of science. The Quiz Bee was divided into different grade levels so that the students have a better understanding of the various scientific topics that they have learned so far. In line with this, below are the winners of the Junior High School Science Quiz Bee.

On February 20, 2023, the Elementary Science Quiz Bee with the theme "Expanding the Horizons: Futures of STEM" was held, and it was a huge success. Elementary pupils participated and unleashed their knowledge in various topics including human body, plants, animals, Earth and environment, matter, and technology. With exciting and challenging questions, the quiz bee provided a platform for young minds and brought them together to showcase their knowledge, enthusiasm, and understanding of various scientific concepts. The competition was challenging, but the pupils were excited and motivated to do their best. As the quiz bee progressed, it was clear that the pupils were really enjoying it. The enthusiasm and energy in the room were contagious, with the pupils cheering on their classmates. The activities motivated the pupils to study and explore science beyond their textbooks, which can lead to a lifelong interest in the subject. It also promoted healthy competition among the pupils. 

Last February 17, 2023, St. Peter the Apostle School celebrated its 47th founding anniversary with the theme, "Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, Envisioning the Future".

One of the highlights of the event was the Little Mr. and Ms. Eco-Fashion 2023 that showcased the creative and critical thinking skills of our little Peterians. The activity was composed of pupils from grades 4-6. Each pair presented their costumes made of recyclable and reusable materials. Aside from creating costumes, little Peterians also shared their messages about the encyclical letter of Pope Francis entitled "Laudato Si: Care for our Common Home". Peterians also emphasized the importance of taking care of our common home. We should be responsible in protecting and conserving our nature so that we can have a better home today and in the near future. Also, Grades 1-3 students had happily presented their song and dance performances related to Laudato Si.

The whole SPAS community had a blast as they participated in the Basketball and Volleyball Exhibition Games last February 18, 2023.

SPAS employees, students, alumni, parents, and St. Peter the Apostle Parish Altar Servers were all involved in the friendly game which aimed to form stronger relationships among the whole Peterian community. Everyone had fun playing the ball games together.

St. Peter the Apostle School (SPAS) held the Sports Fest 2023 on February 15, 2023. The volleyball event was played at the Canonigo Sports Complex. It was one of the anticipated events during the 47th founding anniversary of SPAS.

Selected high school female students played in the volleyball game while their advisers and  classmates cheered them on to win each game. 

In the mid of February, St. Peter the Apostle (SPAS) community had a kickoff of the Basketball and Volleyball Tournament for Junior-Senior High School sports enthusiasts as part of the SPAS 47th Foundation Week celebration.

The SPAS Sports Fest 2023 was participated by the representatives from each high school grade level who are good in basketball and volleyball. This event achieved its mission to exhibit the skills of our Peterians and to promote camaraderie among the students and the community. Everyone had fun and learned that sports is a potent factor in the holistic development of students. 

In celebration of the 47th founding anniversary of SPAS, elementary pupils had their “Palarong Pambata” and Sports Fest activities.

Grades 1-3 pupils played several party games at the Hall of Hope and won treats as prizes. Almost everyone had a chance to play in one of the games which made the event full of energy and excitement. There were pupils cheering for their classmates especially when they win.

SPAS celebrated a five-day long celebration of its 47th founding anniversary on February 15, 16, 17, 18, and 20 with the theme, “Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, Envisioning the Future.”

Fun and exciting activities were prepared for all the members of the Peterian community such as the Sports Fest, Science Fair, Engineering for Kids, Tribute Program, and Exhibition Games.

吃水不忘挖井

 chī shuǐ bù wàng wā jǐng rén

         One great source of inspiration for our School Director, Rev. Fr. Emilio A. Ascaño, LRMS to initiate the tribute program for the SPAS Pioneers  is the Chinese saying  above translated in English as “When you drink the water, think of those who dug the well!” Who will be against to such noble idea of giving recognition, acknowledgement and honor to the people whose advocacy to found a school, and zealous actions to its fruition led to a worthy success?   The theme “Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, Envisioning the Future” is just as perfectly fitting for such affair in the commemoration of the 47th Founding Anniversary of the school. 

Presider: Msgr. Esteban “Bong” Lo, LRMS

Congratulations to all Peterians who were confirmed today.

A huge thank you to our parents who funded and shared their resources to make this significant rite of passage a success. God bless you!

On February 5, 2023, the SPAS Drum Corps performed a Chinese Drums Exhibition in the Lantern-Making Contest Awarding Ceremony of the Chinese Filipino Business Club, Inc. held at the Lucky Chinatown Mall. As a new team, this was the first time our drummers, Reagan Richmond O. Ching 莊金富, Andrei T. Lin 林子恩, Geraldine Mae C. Sy 施雅雯, Leenet Jolie T. Yuson 李欣吉performed outside of SPAS; yet their performance entertained the audience and was well-applauded. 

SPAS, represented by four Grade 10 students namely, Kristiana Chloe O. Aguillon  可 娜, Wesley S. Carandang  理 安 , Ivy Caballero 李 安   and Selina Samantha L. Chua  張 艷 萍  joined the recent Lantern-Making Contest organized by the Chinese Filipino Business Club, Inc 菲華工商總會.  The beautiful lantern they created, with our MAPEH Teacher Ma’am Melody May Benitez as mentor, was awarded “ Most Unique Award “ “ 最具特色獎”. 

The Lunar New Year ushered in the Year of the Water Rabbit on Jan. 22, 2023.

In the Chinese culture, the rabbit is known to be the luckiest out of all the twelve animals. It symbolizes mercy, elegance, and beauty. People who are born in the Year of the Rabbit are calm and peaceful.

“It is not joy that makes us grateful. It is gratitude that makes us joyful!”

October is the month devoted to the Holy Rosary. This is the perfect time for all of us to reflect on the meaning of the Rosary and its significance in our journey through life. 

St Peter the Apostle School launched the Rosary Month last October 3, 2022. In observance of this celebration, the whole SPAS community fervently prayed the Holy Rosary daily and had its culminating activity on October 28, 2022. 

Tradisyon nang maituturing ang pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wika taon-taon sa St. Peter the Apostle School. Sa pangunguna ng Kagawaran ng Filipino, matagumpay na naisakatuparan ang pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wika na may temang “Filipino at mga Katutubong Wika:  Kasangkapan sa Pagtuklas at Paglikha”. 

Last Friday, September 2, 2022, the school’s newly-elected Student Coordinating Body (SCB) officers were formally inducted at St. Peter the Apostle Parish.

The induction ceremony was led by the school director, Rev. Fr. Emilio A. Ascaño, LRMS. Afterward, the officers were then blessed with holy water and were given their pins to serve as a symbol of their leadership.

On August 17-19, the Student Coordinating Body candidates started their campaign to show the Peterians how they can help to serve the Peterian community. The goal of the candidates was to inspire the students so they will be able to vote for the candidates who are capable of being role models to the Peterians. Each day of the three-day campaign revolved around the platforms that are beneficial to the Peterian community. 

In celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, pupils and students of Saint Peter the Apostle School had activities like arts, songs, story-telling, video-watching and the much- awaited dice games. Students’ work like drawings and lanterns were displayed in the playground and along the corridors. Giving and receiving of mooncakes added to the ambiance of this memorable Chinese holiday. These all made the school community appreciate more Chinese culture.

On September 5, 2022, everyone at St. Peter the Apostle School (SPAS) happily celebrated the 23rd Sacerdotal Anniversary of our School Director, Rev. Fr. Emilio A. Ascaño, LRMS.

To make the day truly special, the Student Coordinating Body (SCB) cooperated with the school administration for some  preparations such as bulletin boards with messages from students and a tarpaulin with greetings for our School Director.

Ang Wikang Pambansa ay taon-taong ginugunita ng bawat mamamayan ng bansang Pilipinas tuwing buwan ng Agosto kaya naman hindi nagpahuli ang Kagawaran ng Panimulang Edukasyong Pambata (Early Childhood Department) ng St. Peter the Apostle School sa pagdiriwang nito.

Upang masigurado ang kaligtasan at kalusugan ng bawat mag-aaral, ang pagdiriwang ay ginanap sa dalawang magkahiwalay na araw na may nakatakdang iba’t ibang oras ng programa para sa bawat seksyon ng Nursery 1, Nursery 2, at Kinder. Ang pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa sa taong ito  ay may temang “Filipino at mga Katutubong Wika: Kasangkapan sa Pagtuklas at Paglikha”. 

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St. Peter the Apostle School opened the school year 2022-2023 with the Mass of the Holy Spirit presided by the school director, Fr. Emilio A. Ascaño, LRMS. Attendees were SPAS employees, students, alumni and SPAS Parents’ Auxiliary.

It is  one great practice of the school to start the year gathering together as one big family  to thank God for the gifts of creation and seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit for the whole school year, and at this time,  to keep the fire of faith burning despite the pandemic and education in the “new normal”. 

Welcome back to school, Peterians!

After two years of having online classes at home, teachers are ready, parents are excited, and pupils are inspired to go back to school!  The fear of the pandemic is still there, but going back to school to learn with other pupils, wearing  new  uniform and shoes, having new bags and other school materials with teachers in front of the classroom, and most of all, with hearts full of hope and courage to face the unknown dominates the said fear.

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After having all the classrooms closed for two academic years, SPAS opened its doors again to welcome the Peterians on August 2,  their first day of school. Everyone was glad and excited to be back at school again. In-class learning is back, and face-to-face interactions with classmates, friends, teachers and other school employees can now happen; however, everyone understands that health and safety protocols must be observed.