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HISTORY |
In a period where ravages abound, a school flourished. It was in 1946 when the pages
of history were darkened by the aftermath of World War II. Six founding fathers,
in the pursuit of recovery from the wounds of the turmoil, established a haven of
learning named Western Philippine Colleges – now known as the University of Batangas.
Soon after 1946, the High School Department was conceived and started with over
two hundred students. The black clouds that hovered all over Batangas turned into
an ominous gray. Starting from scratch, the administrators had undergone difficulties
in keeping up with the requirements involving facilities and instructions. Nevertheless,
with their perseverance and fortitude, fourteen graduates were produced and walked
forth as the pioneers of the school, thus the shades of gray were transformed into
white limelight.
Mr. Juan Javier went on board as the first principal and was succeeded by Mrs. Flordeliza
Arguelles. In 1963, Mr. Petronilo V. Rosel continued the position and stayed for
23 long years. In 1987, he left to pave way for more verdant opportunities in the
United States and to stay with his children.
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During his absence, Mr. Domingo Ramirez, former director of the Technical Vocational
Department, took the reins temporarily. In AY 1988-1989, Mrs. Imelda B. Pargas was
promoted as Principal after her stint as Assistant Principal. In the same year,
two significant designations were attributed to Mr. Rogelio I. Talag as Assistant
Principal for Student Affairs and Mr. Lope Arce as Assistant Principal for Academic
Affairs.
Simultaneously, population in terms of students and faculty flourished. From the
mere fourteen graduates of 1949, it continually rose to 970 in 1978, 3070 in 1998,
3113 in 2001 and to this date the enrolment has soared to 3139. This is a remarkable
indication that the province entrusts their children to be nurtured by the loving
arms of the school. The number of faculty members grew accordingly and it reached
82 as of this writing.
To enhance the quality of education, two types of curriculum were designed. The
department offered the Special Science Class in 1983 and the New Secondary Education
Curriculum (NSEC) in 1989. Starting AY 1995 – 1996, a five-year Evening Curriculum
was offered to working students for free as part of the Colleges’ Community Extension
Program. In 1997, the Science High School Curriculum was offered to deserving freshmen
students who pass the qualifying examinations in Science, Math and English. By 2002,
the school adopted the DepEd – Proposed Basic Education Curriculum (BEC).
In August 1996, major changes invaded the academe. The school acquired the university
status, a pace far ahead of other schools in the province. Dr. Abelardo B. Perez
was installed as the first university president. The faculty was also revitalized
through technology integration and was encouraged to undergo post-graduate studies.
The Special Science Classes are provided with individual computer amenities to be
acquainted with all the major subjects through technology. Likewise, to help the
marginalized migrants, a free evening high school paved the way for them. This initiative
is to fulfill the school’s promise to provide service to the community believing
that the greatest gift a school can give is free education.
Currently, the High School Department excels both in academic and non-academic endeavors.
Among the countless achievements were the emerging as champions of the academic
competitions of the First President’s Cup and the bowling competition of the First
Founder’s Cup. The school also garnered laurels consistently in various contests
as far as the national level for oration, quiz bees, debates, research contests,
sports writing and cheering competitions to name a few. Another milestone was marked
as the department brilliantly reached and passed the Level 1 applicant status of
the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities – Commission on Accreditation
(PACUCOA) in 2004. Thus, the university basked in the shades of prosperity and progress.
In the future, in affirming to adhere to its ideals and commitment, the university
will radiate more hues of prominence and grandeur as it continues to evolve as an
academic center of excellence.
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VISION |
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The vision of the University of Batangas High School Department is to provide an
educational community that ranks among the best in the country. It will serve as
an exemplar of high level of performance and act as an expedient of excellence for
other schools in the region. It combines the best teaching practices, innovative
programs and technology efforts to achieve quality school experiences that will
equip the youth to pursue a career direction and continued education, and the commitment
to lifelong learning.
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OBJECTIVES |
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The High School Department commits itself to:
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Develop students’ communication, scientific and technological skills, abilities,
and attitudes to prepare them for higher education |
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Demonstrate technological literacy and the use of technology as a tool for efficient
learning processes |
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Stimulate students’ enthusiasm for extra-curricular and co-curricular activities
toward balanced social development |
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Strengthen school – community relations through provisions of varied forms of outreach
programs |
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Use multiple strategies and application of academic knowledge to solve a variety
of problems |
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Enhance the total personality of individual students |
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Have morally upright graduates who will become productive members of society |
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ADMISSION |
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Requirements for Incoming Freshmen |
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Form 138 |
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Birth Certificate |
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Certification of Good Moral Character |
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2 pcs. 1x1 ID picture |
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Requirements for Transferees |
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Form 138 (without failing grades) and all those listed in the requirements for incoming
freshmen |
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Transferees are admitted by prerogative and according to the criteria set by the
Office of the Principal. Admission will be determined by a qualifying examination
and a personal interview. They are given a one-year probationary period and can
be excluded should they violate the existing rules and regulations once admitted.
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Requirements for Science High School |
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Elementary report card with no lower than 80% in any subject in any grading period |
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Birth Certificate |
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The Commission on Admission is responsible for the screening of applicants for the
University of Batangas High School. Decision will be based on the following: |
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Grade 6 report card |
20% |
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Result of the UB Science HS test |
40% |
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Result of the UB placement test |
40% |
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Any examinee who meets the requirements will be admitted subject to the availability
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SCHOLARSHIP |
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Discount privileges on tuition fees for incoming freshmen who are honor pupils from
a graduating class of 50 and above are as follows: |
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Valedictorian |
100% |
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Salutatorian |
50% |
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First Honorable Mention |
25% |
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A 100% and 50% discount on tuition fees in their next year of enrolment for the
first and second honors of the academic year |
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The university offers a scholarship to poor but deserving students under PD 451 |
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Family privilege equivalent to one hundred percent discount for faculty and employees’
offspring and 25% for the succeeding children enrolled at the university |
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A fifteen percent tuition fee discount is given to three members in the family enrolled
in any level |
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Stockholders’ educational privilege scholarship |
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Extension Scholarship Program or tuition-free HS education for evening students |
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Parents and Teachers’ Scholarship |
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS |
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In the endeavor to mold character with a sense of leadership, school spirit and
holistic personality, every student is granted the opportunity to participate in
a number of interesting activities throughout the school year. Through these undertakings,
members meet young men and women of similar interests, discover a wide variety of
experiences and make worthy contributions to the community.
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Teatro Anino |
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An organization which hones acting abilities and captures the limelight on stage.
It offers a wide variety of pursuits such as workshops, seminars, interaction with
other theater groups and performs various plays. Auditions are always open each
year.
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HS Cheering Squad |
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It propagates school spirit and unity among students by holding rigorous training
for dancing, cheerleading, gymnastics, and pyramid building. It is open for anyone
regardless of experience and may compete off-campus, perform at games and dance.
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MRA Club (Moral Re-Armament) |
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It provides students with unique opportunities to perform and share their musical
prowess and interests. They create bond of friendship an develop lofty measures
of excellence jibed with fun and laughter based on proper moral values.
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HS Rondalla |
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It promotes Filipino ingenuity among amateur players of stringed instruments to
perform. It recruits the musically-talented for training of the various musical
instruments.
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Campus Ministry |
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A program which aims to build Christian communities of totally developed human persons
in the educational institutions of Batangas City. Its vision – mission is to Proclaim
– Accept – Celebrate Jesus Christ and to recognize and serve Him in one another.
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Kagawi / English Club |
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It provides privileges for communication and opportunities to master the rudiments
of a second language but not to forsake the native language. Activities revolve
around speaking, writing, reading and listening.
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Interbiochemics / Math Club |
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It seeks to alleviate difficulty on learning and applying scientific and mathematical
concepts to daily life situations. Through Math – Science activities, students acquire
knowledge and develop skills the exact way.
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Sociological / Interact Club |
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It gives students more venues for civic oriented activities and educates the community
about the merits of unity, love and cooperation.
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TLE / Sports Club |
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It involves students into variety of experiences done through educational projects
that govern free enterprise and capitalism.
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Philanthropists Society |
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The society is formed to help individuals in their journey for self-actualization
in the future and to foster the spirit of friendship, sense of responsibility and
help other students without asking any favor in return.
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The High School Department also holds intramurals, outreach programs, competitions
and festivals essential for a student to be a well-rounded person. It also gives
recognition to those who have shown remarkable achievements and prestigious contributions
to the university both academic and non-academic.
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