STI all set for Senior High
EVEN before the full implementation of Senior High takes place next school year, STI Education Services Group, Inc. (STI) with its network of schools nationwide has already been at the forefront of this major shift and transformative education system in t
Taking the lead as the largest pioneer of senior high schools in the Philippines, STI heeded the challenge and is all geared up for this progressive step towards a brighter future ahead of us. After passing all the necessary requirements and meeting the standards of the Department of Education (DepEd), STI started to pilot its Senior High program as early as school year 2014-15, two years ahead of the mandatory implementation in 2016 as required by Republic Act 10533 or the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013.
In 2014, out of 94 private schools nationwide accredited by DepEd to teach Grade 11 students for school year 2014-15, sixty-eight (68) or 72% are STI schools including STI West Negros University (STI WNU) in reference to the recent circular of DepEd, Order No. 42. By July 29, 2015, nine (9) more STI campuses were granted permit to offer Senior High which brings the total number of STI campuses with Senior High to 77 schools.
“As an educational institution, STI is constantly open to changes that will improve the system and quality of education for Filipinos across the country. STI is active in its participation to implement the K to 12 program because we understand that this enables us to move forward and meet global standards of education, particularly with our goal to synchronize regional competencies as part of the ASEAN integration,” says Atty. Monico V. Jacob, President and CEO of STI.
From being one of the last three countries in the world with a 10-year pre-university cycle along with Djibouti and Angola, the enactment of the Senior High program makes our students at par with their counterparts from our neighboring countries, giving them more opportunities and potentials to become empowered individuals who are ready for higher education, entrepreneurship, or employment.
The K to 12 program, formally known as the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013, was ratified on May 15, 2013. Under the law, students will now undergo Kindergarten and 12 years of basic education, comprising six years of primary education, four years of Junior High School, and two years of Senior High School, in an effort to further prepare and augment the students’ global competitiveness.
Get to know STI Senior High
Guiding incoming Grades 11 and 12 students, STI Senior High Schools are dedicated to hone and train students from enrollment up to the time they graduate. From its tracks and specializations, lesson plans, and facilities to certified faculty members, STI Senior High is more than ready to nurture competent and responsible members of society.
Real Life Education, Real World Application
STI Senior High School students can build a topnotch foundation through the highstandard lesson plans developed by a group of experts, known as content developers at the STI Academic Research Center (ARC), in collaboration with leading partner companies.
To meet the challenges of the modern world, actual training modules from top industry partners are integrated into the various lessons, activities, and multimedia learning resources.
Supported by its ISO 9001:2008 certification, STI’s learning delivery system warrants that learning content being taught in all STI schools follow the international level of academic standards.
Your Teacher, Your Mentor
Mentoring students in their educational journey are STI Senior High school’s roster of highly-qualified and seasoned teachers. Even before reaching the classroom, teachers are trained extensively and certified to make sure that they are more than capable of bringing out the students’ full potential.
Your Classroom, Your Workspace
STI’s air-conditioned classrooms and fully-equipped facilities make the environment a conducive place for learning. Grades 11 and 12 students can apply the theories and concepts through extensive hands-on training using industry-grade simulation laboratories.
In consultations with various industry partners, STI Senior High looked at the industry operations, their tools and equipment, and recreated them inside the school so students are highly-skilled when it comes to their respective field of study.
Learn Anytime, Study Anywhere
The innovative STI eLMS or eLearning Management System allows Senior High students to review on their own time wherever they may be. With an online account, a student can access their notes, lectures, handouts, and other multimedia learning materials on their smartphone, tablet, laptop, or computer.
STI Senior High School students will also gain valuable job experiences through the work immersion program in hundreds of STI partner companies.
Be Globally Competitive, Be In-demand Graduates
From challenging academic activities to fun social competitions, STI holds a variety of programs to foster students to be well-rounded individuals and in-demand professionals. At the core of these activities is the school’s goal to arm students with the four qualities of an STIer, the 4Cs: a person of good Character, who are Critical Thinkers, effective Communicators, and Changeadept. These qualities ensure that STI Senior High graduates are geared with the crucial skills and attitude required by top industries worldwide.
Driven with its commitment of providing real life education for over 32 years, STI welcomes the implementation of Senior High with readiness, and continues to produce graduates who are equipped with the right competencies, knowledge, and character to be collegeready, job-ready, and life-ready.