Parañaque Science High School

Infobox K-12 School

name = Parañaque Science High School (PNHS Annex)


established = 1990
principal = Mr. Pablito S. Vibal
Asst. principal= Vacated
city = Parañaque City
state = Metro Manila
country = Philippines
address = Kay Talise St., Brgy. San Dionisio, Sucat, Parañaque City
students = 465
colors = Blue
affiliations= Division of City Schools - Parañaque
nickname = ParSci|mediums =English, Filipino

Parañaque Science High School (Filipino: "Mataas na Paaralang Pang-Agham ng Parañaque") (PSHS) is a specialized public school in Parañaque City, Metro Manila, the Philippines. It is under the administration of the local government of Parañaque City and is recognized by the Department of Education. The school offers scholarships to Filipino students who are exceptionally gifted in the sciences and mathematics.

Every January or February, PSHS accepts applications for following school year. Foremost among its criteria for selection is being a resident of Parañaque City. ther requirements include an average grade of 85% with no grade lower than 85% in any grading period, must belong to the top 140 qualifiers in the entrance examination, and must be able to pass the interview given by the head teachers and the principal of the school.

The quality of its students, the focus given to science and technology, and the scholars' duty to pursue careers in the sciences and engineering set the PSHS apart from the other schools. The education acquired by PSHS students prepares them to explore the larger dimensions of science and technology.

True to its mission, the PSHS continues to contribute to nation-building by helping the country reach a critical mass of professionals in science and technology. It is hoped that Parcian students will continue to serve as a guiding inspiration to young people aspiring to be PSHS' scholars.And most of all, may they develop a deep love for our country and the genuine desire to serve the Filipino people.

=Guidelines in Admission, Retention and Transfer of students=

Admission

Students who belong to the upper 10% of the Grade 6 graduating class and who have been recommended by their respective principals are qualified to take the entrance examination.

Selection shall be done in 3 stages and shall be conducted by the school. The first stage is the administration of the standardized mental ability and aptitude test. The second stage entails the proficiency test in English , Mathematics and Science. Test takers who are not able to obtain the cut-off score after having gone through the two stages shall not be entitled to advance to the last stage of selection. A list of students to be interviewed will be posted after the prescribed date issued by the school.

The last stage is the interview of the student qualifier with the parent to be conducted by the school's screening committee.The interview shall be rated in accordance with a prepared rubric and the rating will be an integral part of the score obtained by the student. A list of students who have passed the said three stages of selection would be posted at the school’s gate after the prescribed date issued by school or an inquiry could be made through phone call on the school’s office

*Standardized Mental Ability. . . . 50%
*Proficiency . . . . . . . . . . . 40%
*Interview . . . . . . . . . . . . 10%

Retention

For a student to remain in the program, he or she should obtain a final grade of at least 85% in all learning areas (Filipino, English, Science, Math, MAKABAYAN and Elective Subjects). However, a student may obtain a grade lower than 85% in any grading periods provided that the average shall meet the required average in the final rating in all learning areas. Failure to maintain the grade requirement set by the school would mean an elimination of the student from the program.

Transfer

Only students who have maintained the grade requirement set for the Regional Science High School (RSHS) shall be allowed to transfer laterally, that is from one RSHS to another. Transfer from a general high school to RSHS shall not be allowed in any curriculum year.

=Department Heads=

=Teachers=

COMMUNICATION ARTS ENGLISH

*SOCIAL STUDIES

*TECHNOLOGY ANG LIVEHOOD EDUCATION

MAPEH

=Location=PSHS is near Olivarez Hospital, SM Sucat and Lianas Evacom, which are also along Dr. Arcadio Santos Ave.

The school is easily accessible by public transportation through Public Utility Jeeps (PUJ).

=Extracurricular Activities=Although the curriculum is more grounded in the sciences than other high schools in Paranaque, the school offers a wide variety of activities that would help develop students into future ethical and socially-responsible citizens. The Supreme Student Government was created to help foster the leadership skills of students. Other organizations are the English club, The Math Club (and its sub-organization the I-Core), the Filipino club, the Mary Help of Christians Crusade and the YES-O.

The months in the school year are especially dedicated to specific areas in the curriculum as follows:

*July: TLE Month (Ms. Gina Zapico)
*August: Filipino Month (Ms. Luisa Austria)
*September: Science Month (Mrs. Cristina Villareal)
*October: Social Studies Month (Mrs. Leonisia Romano)
*November: English Month (Mrs. Cleofe Robles)
*December: Values Education Month (Ms. Delia Mondido)
*January: Math Month (Miss Emma Cunanan)
*February: Foundation Month

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