ST. PAUL COLLEGE OF MAKATI
…through the Years
MILESTONES: EXPERIENCES OF GOD’S GREAT LOVE
and PEOPLE’S GENEROSITY
The Paschal Mystery at work
1942
The Foundation Year. Mother Alice de St. Paul Huchery, the provincial Superior, assigned three Sisters to open a school at the Parish of Sts. Peter and Paul at the request of Fr. Lazaro Ochuga, the parish priest. Fr. Ochuga vacated his quarters to reside with a parishioner’s family to give way to Kindergarten and Grades 1 & 2 classes. The three Sisters, Sister Marie Catherine Pimentel, Sister Eugene Lourdes Santiago, and Sister Marie Clotilde of the Cross Andes, resided with the Sisters of Hospital Español de Santiago, an administered hospital of the Sisters of St. Paul of Chartres.
1944
Classes were suspended because of the War.
1945
Classes in Kindergarten and Grades 1-4 levels resumed and were held in the Church sacristy and in the dilapidated convent. The Sisters were invited to reside at the house of Mother Esperanza Cu Unjieng, RA, located along the Pasig River.
Later on the same year, the family of Atty. Adolfo Brillantes offered the Sisters their residence because they saw how the Sisters were experiencing difficulty in commuting.
Fr. Lazaro Ochuga and Bro. Edward Chrisholm, FSC, conducted “Begging Operations” among enlisted Armed Forces in the Far East for wood scraps and G.I. sheets to reinforce the school building.
1946
The Sisters transferred to their newly-built quarters within the school premises.
1947
The school received the apostolic blessing of Pope Pius XII.
Intermediate classes were opened and two classrooms were constructed above the sacristy for the first two levels of High School.
1948
The Grade School Department received full government recognition; it was officially known as MAKATI CATHOLIC SCHOOL.
1949
The Sisters, in the succeeding years, continued the tremendous task of improving and increasing the School’s physical structure to accord better facilities, update the competency of teachers, and enhance learning situations for the Makati Paulinians.
The High School closed due to lack of funds and facilities.
1970
A four-storey building was blessed on the occasion of the School’s Silver Jubilee.
1974
Reverend Francisco Teodoro, the parish priest, confirmed through a letter that Makati Catholic School was owned and administered by the Sisters of St. Paul of Chartres but the land belongs to the Parish Church. [It is to be noted though that as years went by, some lots were acquired by the Congregation to provide for the needs of the growing population.]
1976
The name of the school was changed into ST. PAUL SCHOOL MAKATI.
1978
The Torrens Title of a neighboring lot was handed by Mr. Alberto Tantoco to the Sisters amidst the cheering group of parents and pupils. The lot was used as a playground at first but within a few years thereafter, the place was transformed into a covered auditorium-gymnasium for school activities.
1981
Another three-storey building, housing the Preschool, Home Economics Room, the Library, and the Sisters’ Cloister was blessed.
1982
St. Paul School of Makati (SPSM) presented its first big concert of songs and dances entitled “HIMIG Indak.”
The Kinder Learning Center was blessed. The gymnasium was undergoing renovation necessitating the commencement exercises for the first to be held outside the school at the San Carlos Seminary.
A faculty group attended the English Seminar at the SEAMO Regional Language Center in Singapore; selected pupils won second place in the CALTEX Science Contest.
1986
More renovations were completed in existing structures to provide better and updated facilities, e.g., the Canteen, AVR, the gymnasium.
1999
Side by side with improving the school’s physical structures was the increase of faculty and student development activities. The pupils became more engaged and performed notably in interschool competitions with impressive performance in campus journalism competitions.
2002
The name of the school was changed to ST. PAUL COLLEGE OF MAKATI to accommodate further development plans like the operation of the High School Department. The construction of the Fr. Louis Chauvet Building, to house the High School Department, was completed.
2004
Selected students/pupils participated in the stage play on the history of the Sisters of St. Paul of Chartres in the Philippines entitled, “Women with a Heart” directed by Fr. James B. Reuter in celebration of the Centenary of the Sisters of St. Paul in the Philippines.
The Cheering Squad of the High School Department was fielded for the first time in the interschool cheering competition in support of the Makati City’s Anti-Drug Abuse Advocacy program and was adjudged champion. From then on for 4 years, the school’s cheering squad had the honor of being the first in the competition.
2006
Marie Anne de Tilly Building, constructed on the newly acquired lot along San Juan Street, housing the Grade 1 classrooms and the Sisters’ Cloister, was blessed in September. The former Sisters’ Cloister was turned into a mini-sports area for additional play space for the children; the school library was renovated.
The Grade 4 classes started to have whole day classes instead of the double-single session schedule.
The High School Department turned over its first batch of graduates of 133 students.
2007
The High School was given full government recognition by the Department of Education on May 10, 2007.
Classrooms were equipped with television sets and DVD players with the efforts of the Parents-Teachers Homeroom Council (PTHC). The school population increased considerably.
Ma. Kristina Camille D. Tan was awarded as one of the Ten Outstanding Students of Makati (TOSM), the first ever Paulinian of Makati to get this prestigious title.
Dra. Marielle Sugue-Castillo, alumna 1979, was also hailed as one of the recipients of the country’s Ten Outstanding Young Men/Women (TOYM/W).
2009
The school’s facilities had gone through leaps of improvement to provide excellent student services, e.g., the library processes were automated using the OPAC, the High School Science laboratories had been renovated, the Student Development Center (Guidance Center) had been upgraded in terms of personnel and services, the Canteen had been widened, among others.
The Musica Paulinos, the school’s official glee club was organized with the leadership of Mr. Jeffrey Buensuceso.
PAASCU approved the school’s application for accreditation; the school was visited for consultancy on July 2010.
Chrystal Maureen C.Tan was recipient of the Jaycees Leadership Award.
Though school year 2009-2010 was a difficult year due to the damaging typhoons Ondoy and Pepeng that ravaged many areas in Metro Manila and the suburbs, the best of the Paulinians surfaced especially when several lay collaborators and students/pupils and their families volunteered to help in relief operations. The students of Year IV – St. Alphonsus, together with their adviser, Miss Glore Vi Vinarao, and the CES Coordinator, Miss Gemma Ordillano, marooned in the community outreach visit to Tahanang Walang Hangdan, became instruments of God’s saving hand for the paraplegics during this risky time. Though they were inconvenienced a lot and worried for their own safety, the group rendered valuable services and comfort to the physically disabled during the height of the flood. In the end, the Paulinians grew more mature in their perspective of life and in social responsibility.
2011
Sr. Anthony Ponce, SPC, was the second recipient of the Father Lazaro Ochuga Award given during the St. Paul’s celebration in recognition of almost three decades of her stay in the school nurturing the seed of Paulinian education.
Wendy Angeline Peñafiel, the Gerry Roxas awardee of batch 2010-2011, was one of the awardees of the Ten Outstanding Students of Makati (TOSM), a yearly search done by the Rotary Club and the City government.
The results of the PAASCU Preliminary Survey received in April 2011 were favorable, qualifying the school for the formal visit set after a year.
On the feast of the Good Shepherd on May 15, 2011, the Mother Myriam Kitchaoren building was inaugurated with Monsignor Gerardo Santos, MAPSA Executive Officer, and Fr. Estelito Villegas, parish priest of Sts. Peter and Paul Parish, as presiders. This structure along P. Burgos Street stands on the lots acquired from the Keng and Almeria families who willingly gave up their properties for the sake of Paulinian Education.
The By-Laws and Articles of Incorporation were amended, specifically meant for the expansion of the membership of the Board of Trustees from 10 to 15. The first BOT meeting with lay partners—namely, Atty. Sabino Padilla, Jr., Dr. Celedonia Santos, and Ms. Wynna Medina—was held on July 9, 2011.
The lots of the Figueroa family were acquired in anticipation for the implementation of the K to 12 Curriculum.
For the second time that the Fun Run was organized, the Parents-Teachers Homeroom Council (PTHC) and St. Paul College Alumni Association (SPCMAA) combined efforts drawing a big number of participants from the Paulinians and their families for the said activity held at the University of Makati Oval on the early dawn of October 23, 2011.
2012
The grand alumni homecoming on January 4-7, 2012, highlighted the school’s celebration of its 70th foundation anniversary. The event was started with the Holy Mass celebrated by Fr. Edric Bedural, the youngest priest among the alumni who offered their lives for the service of God and the Church.
Moved by the thrust to deepen the spirituality of excellence, the Paulinians of Makati exerted their best to develop their potentials to the fullest. Their participation in the 7th National Paulinian Science Congress had proven the versatility of the Paulinians, having bagged the gold in the HS Investigatory Project, Song Writing Interpretation, Photo Story, and GS Quiz Bee.
The Paulinians are, likewise, starting to make their names in the national landscape with their achievements in nationwide competitions, i.e., National Music Competitions for Young Artist (NAMCYA), Voice of the Youth, Pasiklaban, Robotics, sports competitions, among others.
The school year 2011-2012 was capped by the TOSM award, which was bagged by two Paulinian graduates, namely, Krizia Subingsubing and Michelle Hernandez, first honorable mention and valedictorian, respectively. Though every year, a Paulinian get recognition among the top performing students, this was the first time that two SPCM students were included among the ten students from the different schools of Makati City.
The Math area of the school had also affiliated itself with the Math Teachers Guild (MTG), which opened the doors for intensive training for teachers and students and opportunities for international competitions. Mark Edward Gonzales, a Grade 5 pupil, was qualified in the International Mathematics competition in Singapore where he garnered a silver medal.
With the mandate of the Department of Education to implement the K to 12 Curriculum, the School conducted a Summer Bridging Program for 14 Kinder 1 pupils, aged 6 years old by June 2012; these pupils were calibrated to Grade 1 for school year 2012-2013. The summer months were likewise devoted for an intensive academic planning of the Faculty using the Understanding by Design framework to meet the demands of the K to 12 Curriculum.
The new school year 2012-2013, was welcomed with a new directress, Sr. Bernadette Padawel, SPC.
2013
The school year 2013-2014 welcomed a new Directress, Sister Teresita F. Bayona, SPC, along with Sr. Josephine Ramada, SPC, as the local Superior and he Christian Formation Officer, and Sr. Azucena Nate, SPC, as the School princple.
SPCM Disaster Managmaent Committee was established to respond to calamity victims.
The School acquired 1,127 -Squre-meter lot from the Go and Figueroa families. Construction of the new building commenced in June 2013
Mr. Mark Edward Gozales, won a Silver Medal in the International Mathematics Competition held in Singapore, and a Certification Of Distinction in the 2013 Canadian Mathematics Competition. For this, he was given the Youth Excellence Award by the DOST-SEI and Paulinian of the Year Award. Ms. Janine Christine De Villa became the 7th TOSM Awardee from SPCM
The Scholastics Reading Program was adopted by then School. Scholatics Reading Inventory modules were provided in the School Library for pupils/students to access.
PAASCU Formal Visit was held on 5-6 December 2013
2014
The School forged alliance with other institutions, such as the Asia Pacific College, in preparation for the Senior High School (SHS) Program.
The much awaited results of the PAASCU Formal Visit arrived on 16 May 2014. St. Paul Collegeof Makati received Level 1 Accreditation Status from PAASCU.
Sr. Anabel de la Cruz, SPC, returened as Directress/Principal for school year 2014-2015 until 2015-2016. Withher was Sr. Recel Cachuela, SPC, as the Finance Service Head.
The Distingushed Science Curriculum (DSC) was offered by the School to selected incomeing Grade 7 students.
New Programs were adopted by the School: the Leader-In-Me Program by the Center of Leadership & Change, Inc., to serve as its framework for the Homeroom Classes; the Technorati Class, to reinforce the DSC; the UGAT Anak Program, to supplement assiatance given to children of OFWs.
Mark Edward Gonzales prevailed in the International Mathematics Competition held in Singapore, garnering a Gold Medal.
Paulinian partifipated in the historic visit of His Holiness, Pope Francis.
2015
The construction of the Our Lady of Chartes Building was completed and a blessing ceremony presided by His Excellency, Bishop Emeritus Teodoro Bacani, was held on 18 May 2015
Changes in the facilities allocation were implemented: the Father Louis Chauvet Building housed the Grades 1-3 levels; the Maria Micheau Building became was used by the Grades 4-6 levels; the new Our Lady of Chartres Building became the new home of Grades 7-10 levels, which also housed several new facilities, such as the mini-Olympic sized swimming pool, several Science and Home Economics laboratories, among others. The Pre-school level stayed at the Mother Myriam Kitcharoen Building underwent renovation in preparation for Senior High School.
New CCTV units and a Public Address (PA) system were procured by the School and subsequently installed in the Our Lady of Chartres Building.
2016
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the School and the Department of Education - Division of City Schools of Makati (DepEd-Makati) was signed by Sister Anabel and Dr. Dominico Idanan and other DepEd officials in the newly furnished Our Lady of Chartes Building Audio-Visual Room last February 2016. The MoU is primarily concerned with the endorsement and promotion of St. Paul College of Makati's Senior High School Program among public schools of Makati.
The School applied for Technical Education and Skill Development Authority (TESDA) accreditation to be able to serve as a TESDA certification center
The School upgraded its facilities to augment school operation, including:
- Eighty-one (81) new air-conditioning units were bought and installed in different classrooms and facilities.
- New CCTV units were added
- Office equipment, such as a new risograph machine
- Improvement in the laboratories, such as the HS Biology Lab, the Robotics Lab, and the Caregiving Lab.
- New drafting tables
- GS and HS armchairs
- Additional shelves for the Library
- Fixing of the roof between the Barbe Foucault and Marie Micheau Buildings
The school year 2016-2017 welcomed new Sisters of the community: Sister Maria Remedios Cayatano, SPC, as Directress/Principal; Sister Maria Teresa Andrea Mallillin, SPC, as Christain Formation Head; and Sister Mary Urban Mago, SPC, as the Local Superior and the Finance Services Head. They arrived in May 2016
The School opened its first Senior HIgh School class of Grade 11, offering the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM); Accounting, Business and Management (ABM); Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS); Technical-Vocation: Information and Communication Technology (TechVoc- ICT); Technical-Vocation: Home Economics (TechVoc-HE) strands. A total of 214 Grade 11 students were enrolled
The Senior High School Library was opened. Twenty (20) units of iMac units were procured for the Mac Lab.
The CE Logic Database with PlagScan by the C&E Publishing, Inc., was initialized by the School to serve as an online database for research and reference, and as a resource to uphold academic integrity in the School.
The School, in partnership with SBS Philippines and Ateneo Confucius Institute, had offered free Chinese Language classes for its selected Grade 2 pupils.
Revision of the School’s Manual begans; Preparation for the School’s 75th anniversary had been initiated
2017
The School had a festival celebration of the "St. Paul's Week" with various programs and activities aligned with the theme "Standing Strong in Shepherding Paulinians". Furthermore, we look forward for the 75th Foundation Anniversary of St. Paul College of Makati
With high recognition and appreciation, Paulinians gave pride to the school with the Numerous awards as follows:
- Inter-High School Meet - 1st Runner up
- Milo Women's Volleyball League - Champion
- Techno Kids IT Cup - 2nd Place, Animation Contest
- 9th National Paulinan Science Congress - Major Award (Investigatory Project and Quiz Bee)
- Metrobank-MTAP-DepEd Math Challenge-Individual First Honors (Mark Edward Gonzales)
- Ten Outstanding Students of Makati - Rank 1 Mark Edward M. Gonzales
- International Assessment for School - High Distinction
- Ten Outstanding Sons and Daughter of Overseas Filipino Workers Students Achievers
For continuous development and updating, the school acquired new equipment and Facilities to be used by the different offices including:
- Upgrading of computer unit
- Twenty-five (25) new air-conditioning units
- Ovens and can openers for the TLE Laboratory
- Acquisition of Library Books, Journal and three (3) dozens monoblock chairs
- One (1) unit chainsaw for the Carpentry Room
In May 2017, the school welcomed a new sister in the community, namely, Sr. Guadalupe Merceditas, SPC.
The Outcomes-Based Education (OBE) framework is implemented by the school as cascaded from the St. Paul of Chartres Education (SPCEM).
The K-12 Program is in its Full Implementation with the continuing education for the Grade 12 Senior High School students.
2018
The Academic Year 2017-2018 was highlighted by the collaborative efforts of the Sisters, administrators, faculty, staff, personnel, parents, and learners of St. Paul College of Makati. The school with great jubilation was granted the PAASCU Re-Accreditation Level II Status for Five Years (2017 - 2022) in the BAsic Education Program. Noteworthy among the best features of the school include the camaraderie, collaborative and positive spirit that exist among the members of the faculty and the techers' warmth and loving disposition towards their students. Furthermore, th offering of the Distinguished Science Curriculum, Robotics and Research noted to be among the innovations under curriculum and instruction. The sound and effective management of the school's financial resources was also stressed under Administration. Moreover, the availability of the school's resources for community outreach programs paved way to our passion and mission to be of service to the community.
The Paulinians active participation in local, national and international academic and sports competitions marked Paulinian education in their charism to share their giftedness and uniqueness. Among the remarkable awards this academic year include:
- Ten Outstanding Students of Makati
- Julius Miguel Tizon - Top 3 (City of Makati)
- Ma. Alexa Satur - Top 3 (City of Makati)
- National Ten Outstanding Sons and Daughters of OFW's Student Achievers' Award
- Ms. Zamantha Manicio
- FAPSA Essay Writing Contest - National Level (English Category)
- Gianna Angelika Gaviola - Champion
- HongKong Challenge Cup Dance Competition
- Aliyah Carmen Michelle Herlihy - Gold Medalist (Ballet Ensemble and Jazz Duo) and Silver Medalist (Jazz Duo)
- Mary Therese Ocsan - Gold Medalist (Ballet Ensemble) and Silver Medalist (Jazz Duo)
- Aliyah Carmen Michelle Herlihy - Gold Medalist (Ballet Ensemble and Jazz Duo) and Silver Medalist (Jazz Duo)
- Web Page Design - IT Cup Competition
- Hannah Martinez -2nd Runner Up
- Volleyball milo Drink, Nestle Company League (1st Runner Up)
The culmination of the school year was marked by the 1st Commencement Exercises of the Senior High Program. Pioneer graduates of the program were not only Paulinians but scholars from the public schools. All Senior High School Students went through the Immersion Program with (26) different partner industries/organizations whereby students were exposed to experience what it is in the workplace aligned to their own field of specialization.
The Paulinian Community welcomed two (2) new sisters namely, Sr. Ma. Socorro Marcos, SPC and Sr. Adelle Bonzon, SPC on May 15, 2018.
The Paulinian Formation Framework and Program were cascaded which adhere on the "Formation for Discipleship, Excellence, and Mission."
St. Paul College of Makati, together with other selected Paulinian schools, pilots the implementation of the Outcomes-Based Education (OBE) Framework as cascaded by the St. Paul of Chartres Education Ministry (SPCEM).
2019
The Academic Year 2018-2019 was a road through innovation, collaboration and acquisition. This school year, St. Paul College of Makati hosted four (4) Benchmaking activities namely: Benchmarking of the Diocese of Bacolod (9) on May 30,2018: Visit of the Vietnamese Sister and SPCM Sisters (8) on September 12,2018; Benchmarking of the Makati DepEd Officials, Private School Administrators and teachers (103) on September 17, 2018; and Benchmarking of St. Paul College of Island Park (4) on November 08, 2018. The benchmarking activities focused on the Best Practices of SPCM highlighting the content , pedagogical approaches and the learning environment of the institution. Furthermore, the school as one of the pilot schools in the implementation of the Outcomes-Based-Education (OBE) Framework as cascaded by the St. Paul of Chartres Education Ministry (SPCEM) conducted various activities such as:
- Students:
- Recitation of Daily Paulinian Affirmation Statement and Formation Affirmation during Flag Ceremony
- Deepening of Paulinian Life-Performance Outcome through Journal Writing and other activities during the Paulinian Affirmation Time
GS - 25 minutes daily
HS - 30 minutes daily
- Teachers:
- Active Involvement in the Formulation of the Program Outcomes, Essential Performance Commitments and Facilitator Training
- Deepening of Paulinian Formator Affirmations during Paulinian Learning Communities (PLC)
- Providing Expanded Opportunities and Targeted Assistance to Students
- Designing Down of Life Performance Outcomes
- Identifying Aligned Learning Experiences, Expanded Opportunity and Targeted Assistance
- Documentation of Paulinian Affirmation Time and Subject Area Implementation
- Reflections on OBE Implementation for students and teachers
St. Paul College of Makati also implemented Academic Programs which aided in the instruction and delivery of the lessons. It made the teaching-learning process more inactive and meaningful which gave an opportunity for the Paulinians to become self-directed learners. These programs include:
- Blended Learning -n Paulinian Outcomes Work-Engagement and Research (POWER) Wednesday undertaken during the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the Month
- Assessment, Expanded Opportunity and Targeted Assistance (AEOTA) Week
- Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) and Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination for students and teachers
- Utilization of Learning Management Systems (Genyo and Schoology)
- Academic/Grade Consultation for students for feedbacking
Aside from the Academic Programs we also have the implementation of Value-Innovated Programs such as:
- Inclusion Program
- Restorative Justice ( Discipline Process)
- Paulinian as Responsible Organizers Of Peace (Pro-Peace) Program
- Yapos Sa Anak Ng Kabayanihan At Aruga Ng Paaralan (Yakap) Program
- Immersion Program
- Empathy Program
- Strong Partnership between the Guidance Office, Homeroom and Discipline
Advocacy Programs:
- Increase presence in the Barangay advocacies as seen in the active participation in the barangay Anti-Drug Abuse Council (BADAC)
- Active participation in the Barangay Peace and order Council (BPOC)
- Usage of school facilities and resources for religious activities
- Involvement in the parish activities such as the celebration of the Feasts of the Virgen Dela Rosa and Sts. Peter and Paul, processions, sponsorship masses and prayer vigil and the Coronation of the Virgen Dela Rosa.
With pride and honor, Paulinians participated in various local, national and international academic and sports competitions with brimming courage and faith among them. Remarkable among their achievements were:
- Paulinian of the Year
- Kathleen Bianca E. Usi
- Makati Brain Olympics
- Benedict Lorenz D. Capitulo
- John Nichol M. Manabat
- Christopher John Erasquin
- Ten Outstanding Students of Makati (TOSM)
- Benedict Lorenz D. Capitulo (Top 10)
- Prinsesa ng Timpalak Bigkasan 2018
- Nicole Huggins K. Lim (Unang Gantimpala)
- St. Paul's National Bible Quiz Bee (Manila Eliminations)
- Samantha Dominique G. Fonatanilla (2nd Runner Up)
- Avril Rose P. Lanzaderas (2nd Runner Up)
- Christian Gabriel Q. Maglacas
- National Music Competition for Young Artists (NAMCYA) National Finals - Honorable Mention
- Makati Divisiong Press Conference
- Rian Clark A. Esteller - Pagsulat ng Lathlain (1st Place)
- Alison Claire D. Roselada - Feature Writing (2nd Place)
- Lance Oisen V. Cabral - Editorial Cartooning (3rd Place)
- Charles E. Bongat - Photojournalism (3rd Place)
- IT Cup Techno-Kids Multi-media Scratch Programming
- Rian Clark A. Estreller (1st Runner Up)
- Girls Volleyball HS Division, Makati Inter-School Sports Tournament 2018 - Champion
SPCM has been granted DepEd Permit to offer General Academic Strand (GAS) in the SHS Program.
Through prayers and God's providential, St. Paul College of Makati acquired new lot beside the Early years bulding. the school is continously seeking for more innovations to improve our services to all our stakeholders. More importantly to provide a safe and conducive learning environment for all the Paulinians.
The Paulinian Community welcomed back Sr. Esperanza Rafael U. Rodriguez, SPC as our Directress/Principal on May 03, 2019. She was formerly the Principal of SPCM from 1982-1992.
The school, looking forward to its celebration of its diamond jubilee in 2017, remains like a little “Levesville”, small in its beginnings but its roots getting embedded in the hearts and the lives of its beloved sons and daughters. Like the proverbial mustard seed sown on rich soil, it grows nurtured by God’s loving providence and constantly blessed by the generosity of the parents and benefactors, by the faithfulness of the lay collaborators, by the gratefulness of the Paulinian graduates, and by the constant prayers of the Sisters. The school’s continuing existence and expanding mission remain to be a symbol of God’s great love and an experience of Christ’s Paschal Mystery.
