SERVICES OFFERED
Grade School Curriculum
1. CHRISTIAN LIVING PROGRAM (RELIGION)
San Sebastian College states that “education must emphasize religion as the foundation of good character.” Thus, Religion aims to assist the learner to form proper attitudes to God, to himself, to others, and to the world. The themes are based on scriptures, elements of faith in the Philippine culture and religious/life experiences.
2. CHARACTER EDUCATION PROGRAM
This program is a part of the Religion period, where Catholic doctrines and values are taken up and integrated for internalization and practice.
3. COMMUNICATION ARTS PROGRAM
A. ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
This program aims to help the learners acquire communicative competence in oral and written expression and reading at a level commensurate with their stages of maturity and development.
B. FILIPINO LANGUAGE ARTS
Ang Programa ay naglalayon na ang mga mag-aaral ay:
-
makapagsagawa ng mga pagsasanay na lilinang sa kasanayan sa wika.
-
magising sa kawilihan sa pakikinig, pagsasalita, pagsusulat at pagbabasa.
-
magkaroon ng mabuting katauhan, mapaunlad ang kabuhayang Pilipino at maging tunay na mamamayan sa isip, salita at sa gawa.
-
maipagmalaki ang pagka-Pilipino.
-
magkaroon ng pagmamalasakit at paggalang sa mga kulturang Pilipino, kahalagahang panlipunan at kaugalian.
4. ELEMENTARY SCIENCE PROGRAM
The Science Program gives the child ample opportunities to acquire greater understanding of his environment, of how living things especially mankind adapt and adjust to their environment and how each may interact to acquire knowledge, skills, abilities and values needed as they affect the different modes of life.
5. MATHEMATICS PROGRAM
The Math Program is characterized by the discovering mathematical ideas and procedures through a variety of experiences designed to facilitate learning and enhance acquisition of basic skills and knowledge.
6. MAKABAYAN
A. SOCIAL STUDIES PROGRAM (Sibika at Kultura/Heograpiya, Kasaysayan at Sibika)
-
maipakita ang kaalaman at pagkaunawa ng mga batayang kaisipang panlipunan.
-
magamit ang mapanuring pag-iisip at matalinong pagpapapsya batay sa pananaliksik sa makaagham ngunit makataong palutas ng mga suliraning panlipunan.
-
maisagawa ang mga kanais-nais na gawi at asal sa pakikipag ugnayan sa kapwa.
B. MUSIC EDUCATION PROGRAM
The Music program aims to:
-
develop the child’s musical responsiveness
-
harness ones ideas, moods and feelings through music
-
make the pupils be familiar with and appreciate songs and local compositions especially those that depict our cultural heritage.
C. PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
The program aims to develop the physical, emotional, mental and social fitness of the pupils through carefully selected activities and games.
D. ART EDUCATION PROGRAM
This is closely related to other subjects. The pupils are expected to develop and appreciate the value of art, acquire skills in self expression and enjoyment and pride in work well done.
E. HOME ECONOMICS AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM
It aims to develop positive attitude towards work and manual dexterity. The program also seeks to enable the learner to develop the spirit of cooperation, helpfulness and teamwork.
F. COMPUTER PROGRAM
The program aims to equip the pupils with the basic concepts and skills essential to a better understanding of computer technology.
REMEDIAL AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
A. Remedial Program for the Slow Learners
For the pupils whose academic performance is below what is expected remedial classes are organized. Concentration is on Mathematics and English so that these pupils may be equipped with the basic skills to help them cope up with the classroom work.
B. Enrichment Program for the Bright Pupils
The Enrichment program is designed for bright pupils exhibiting excellence in specific fields. Special classes for them are held in summer and continued during the school year.
The school provides a program of activities that supplement and enrich classroom experiences to meet the needs and interest of the pupils. This program aims to develop a sense of responsibility, cooperation and generosity in the pupils. It likewise develops leadership qualities and provides opportunities for sharing special
talents with others in the spirit of service to the community.
A. Spiritual Activities
As a rudder is important to the captain of a ship, so is religion in our lives. It lifts up our spirit and makes us remember that God is always with us.
B. Co-Curricular Activities
To excel in academics is not the be-all of one’s studies. In order that the pupils training will be balanced, he has to engage in some co-curricular activities that would develop his talents. These are designed to tap leaders and venture among their adherents a sense of responsibility, cooperation and generosity. Hence, they cater to the variety of talents shown by the pupils. Co-curricular activities are held during class hours, usually involving the whole grade level at a time. The activities under this category are:
-
Clubs
-
Cultural Presentation/Festival
-
Organizations
-
Leadership Seminar
-
Lectures/Convocation
-
Fieldtrips/Exposure Trips
-
Intramurals/Field Day
-
Mission Consciousness Demonstration
-
Christmas Drive/Outreach
-
Contest/Exhibits Activities
A. The Library - Next to the classroom, the most important setting of discovery-learning activity is the library. Many of the activities required the pupils to go to the Library and use one or more of its many resources. The Library houses the print materials such as books, encyclopedias, newspapers, magazines, etc. This
place is open from Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Upon entrance, students bring only their papers, notebooks, and pens/pencils. Pupils without school ID’s are not allowed to enter
the library. Books borrowed should be handled with care and returned on
or before they are due. Overdue books will be charged a fine. Lost books are to be replaced or paid for. Silence is strictly observed and eating is not allowed inside the Library.
B. The Instructional Media Center - Commonly called the IMC, is found in the fourth floor adjacent to the Library. This houses all audiovisual materials and machines like tape recorders, projectors, slides, filmstrips, record, TV, betamax, VHS, DVD, teacher-made aids, etc.
This is open from Monday to Friday at 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
and on Saturday at 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
C. Guidance Office - The Guidance Office offers the following services:
-
Individual Counseling 4. Information Service
-
Evaluation Services 5. Testing Services
-
Group Guidance 6. Evaluation Services
D. Clinic - The school aims to provide medical and dental services to students, faculty and office staff. The Physician, Dentist and Nurses are available from Monday to Friday.
E. Transportation – Those who are interested to avail of transportation may coordinate with operators during the first day of classes. See the advertisement by the gate.
F. Bookstore – Most books and other supplies may be purchased at the bookstore. Parents may secure the books outside the school, but they should get the required edition.
G. Canteen – The canteen on the ground floor serves the students wholesome refreshment and varied meals.
H. Gymnasium – The gymnasium could be used for P.E. classes and light games. The intramurals are usually held here. Eating is not allowed inside games.
I. Special Classrooms – There are classrooms for Work Education and Music classes. All activities held in these classrooms are conducted under the supervision of the subject teacher. Proper care of materials, lights, electric fans, etc. should be observed. Students should not get materials or instruments from these rooms
without due permit from the teacher concerned. The same rules apply for the Science Laboratory, IMC, and Library.
J. Wash/Rest Rooms – Lavatories and comfort rooms must be kept tidy and clean for the benefit of all. Flush the toilet after using. Throw wrappers, napkin, paper and the like in the waste cans.
K. Drinking Fountain – Wait for your turn and stay in the line at the drinking fountains. Do not throw seeds, food wrappers, etc. for these will cause clogging of the pipes.
L. Auditorium/Little Theater/Seminar Room – Programs and graduation rites are held in the auditorium. Contest and seminars are conducted in the Little Theater and/or in the Seminar room.
M. The Chapel – The chapel in the campus affords teachers, pupils and parents the chance to pray and visit the Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.
Prayers are closely linked with your studies. Each day in school should begin with a personal encounter with Jesus in the Chapel or Basilica. Cultivate the habit of turning to God in Adoration, Contrition, Thanks giving, and Supplication.
A. Holy Mass – 6:30 a.m. daily in the chapel/Basilica every first Friday, there is a concelebrated mass in the quadrangle after the flag ceremony.
B. First Communion – Grade III pupils Important: Both parents of the first communicants are obliged to attend the Seminar for Parents held on the
third Saturday of August.
C. Confirmation – administered to Grade IV-VI pupils
D. Penitential Rite/Reconciliation – Grade III-VI pupils
E. Rosary – all are encouraged to pray daily
F. Recollection/Retreat – Grade VI pupils
G. Other Religious Activities
Devotion to:
-
Divine Mercy - Sacred Heart of Jesus
-
Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Immaculate Heart of Mary
-
Our Lady of the Holy Rosary - Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
-
The Angelus - Three O’clock Habit
H. Family Encounter – Grade VI pupils
1. Daily Uniform
Boy: White jacket-type polo shirt, khaki pants (short for K1 to Grade II; long pants for Grade III to VI) with SSC patch on the left pocket of the polo shirt and a nameplate, above the patch.
Girls: Checkered jumper with a nameplate, above the patch. SSC patch on baby collar, checkered ribbon. Black leather shoes and white socks go with the daily school uniform.
2. P.E. Uniform
Red and white t-shirt and jogging pants
3. First Communion Attire
Boys: Black long pants, bow tie, shoes, socks and white trubenized shirt.
Girls: Any simple white dress with sleeves, below the knee length, with white shoes, sock and white veil.
4. School I.D. is a part of the school’s daily uniform.
5. Boys hair should not touch the collar of the polo shirt; no punky cut or long hair for boys. Girls should clip, tie, braid or use a headband. Hair dying is highly discouraged.
6. Graduation Rite
Boys: decent Sunday clothes: long sleeved trubenized, long necktie, dark pants with matching socks and shoes (no maong)
Girls: a decent pastel color Sunday dress (Knee length with sleeves, no backless, no pants) with matching socks and shoes.
