Grace of Shekinah School
| Grace of Shekinah School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| Information | |
| Other name | Shekinah, GSS |
| Type | Private School |
| Motto | Creating a better community by empowering future leaders of the society. |
| Religious affiliation(s) | Non Sectarian |
| Established | 8 December 1998 |
| President | Emiliano M. Pineda |
| Principal | Aida P. Ignacio |
| Grades | Nursery, K to 12 |
| Color(s) | Brown and Yellow |
| Accreditation | Department of Education (Philippines), Fund for Assistance to Private Education, Bulacan Private Schools Association |
| Newspaper | The Shekinah Chronicles |
| Website | www.graceofshekinahschool.com |
Grace of Shekinah School ("GSS") is a private educational institution in Santa Maria, Bulacan, Philippines. The name of the school is derived from the Hebrew word "Shekinah", which means "God’s presence" or “God’s dwelling place”. The school was founded on December 8, 1998, and offers education from pre-school to senior high school.[2] The school has government recognition for all levels.[3] The school’s curriculum follows the K-12 program of the Department of Education of the Philippines, and incorporates Christian principles and values in its teaching and learning activities.[4] The school states that its mission is to provide a balanced program of education that integrates personal, academic, moral and spiritual aspects of life, and that its vision is to help its students develop their full potential and prepare them for the challenges of the present and the future.[5] The school also states that it aims to form its students as responsible leaders of the global community.[4] The school has 45 faculty members, and is led by a school board of trustees.[6] The school has various facilities and programs to support its educational objectives, such as classrooms, laboratories, library, auditorium, gymnasium, canteen, clinic, guidance office, chapel, music, dance, theater, journalism, leadership, and community service.[7]
History
The Grace of Shekinah School was founded on December 8, 1998 by a group of educators who wanted to provide quality education to the children of Santa Maria and nearby towns. The school initially operated in a rented building with 35 students and five teachers. The school obtained government recognition for its pre-school department on March 22, 1999, followed by the elementary department on June 4, 1999 and the high school department on February 18, 2002. In 2003, the school relocated to its own four-storey building on J.P. Rizal Street. The school has expanded its enrollment and faculty over the years, reaching 1138 students and 45 faculty members as of 2023.
Mission and vision
The mission of the Grace of Shekinah School is to create a better community by empowering future leaders of the society with academic excellence, moral values, and spiritual growth. The vision of the school is to be a leading Christian educational institution that produces God-fearing, competent, and compassionate individuals who will serve God and humanity.
Curriculum
The Grace of Shekinah School follows the K-12 curriculum prescribed by the Department of Education of the Philippines[8]. The school also integrates biblical principles and values in all subjects and activities. The school offers various academic tracks and strands for senior high school students, such as academic (STEM, ABM, HUMSS), technical-vocational (ICT, HE), arts and design (MMA), and sports (PE). The school also offers special programs such as music, dance, theater, journalism, leadership, and community service. [9]
Facilities
The Grace of Shekinah School provides facilities that are intended to facilitate the education and growth of its students. These facilities include:
- Classrooms with air-conditioning and multimedia devices
- A computer laboratory with internet connection
- A science laboratory with equipment and materials
- A library with books, periodicals, and online resources
- An auditorium with a stage and a sound system
- A gymnasium with sports equipment
- A canteen with food options
- A clinic with a nurse and a doctor on call
- A guidance office with counselors and psychologists
- A chapel with worship services and prayer meetings
Extracurricular activities
The Grace of Shekinah School offers extracurricular activities that are intended to provide opportunities for the students to develop their talents, skills, and interests. These activities include:
- Student council - a student-led body that organizes events and projects for the student body
- Clubs and organizations - groups that focus on different fields of interest such as arts, music, sports, academics, journalism, etc.
- Competitions - contests that evaluate the abilities of the students in various disciplines such as math, science, spelling, quiz bee, etc.
- Field trips - educational tours that expose the students to different places and cultures
- Outreach programs - service activities that assist the less fortunate members of the community
References
- ↑ "Grace of Shekinah School". graceofshekinahschool.com.
- ↑ "Grace of Shekinah School". graceofshekinahschool.com.
- ↑ "Grace of Shekinah School". graceofshekinahschool.com.
- ↑ "Grace of Shekinah School". graceofshekinahschool.com.
- ↑ "Grace of Shekinah School". graceofshekinahschool.com.
- ↑ "Grace of Shekinah School". graceofshekinahschool.com.
- ↑ "Grace of Shekinah School". graceofshekinahschool.com.
- ↑ "K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum | Department of Education".
- ↑ "Grace of Shekinah School". graceofshekinahschool.com.
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