STEP-UP AND AWARDING CEREMONIES 2015

“DREAM BIG, SOAR HIGH”

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T. Jhonnel May we invite everyone to please settle down. Before our program begins, may we ask everyone to turn off or put on silent mode all their mobile phones. We should like to be considerate of others by not going beyond the designated areas for parents and not standing up while others are seated behind you. Let us keep the solemnity of this occasion possible. We are about to start the program in a few minutes. Thank you.

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T. Aira May we ask for a moment of silence. Silence will start now…(count 15 slowly and quietly then start)

Babies they may be some years ago, they will be amongst us in a while to present themselves as children and students who have learned much from home and school for the past year.

T. Jhonnel Babies they maybe some months ago, they will tread the halls of our school today to manifest their longing to step up to another level of discipline. Although still babies to most of our eyes, no doubt that these HiHo students shall soon leave their nest and venture into a whole new world of uncertainty and excitement. They are ready to dream big and soar high!

T.Aira In recognition of the transformation each stepping up student has achieved, it is just proper to commend and praise them today.

T.Jhonnel This is the essence of the Step-Up and Awarding Ceremonies-to recognize our students’ achievements and honor their individual differences.We shall now be calling on each Nursery 2 and Kinder I student to take their rightful place among those who will step up today.Ladies and gentlemen, the students of High Horizons Learning Center for school year 2014-2015.

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T.Aira The Class of Nursery 2 morning session……

The class of Nursery 2 afternoon session…..

The Class of Kinder 1 morning session…..

The class of Kinder 1 afternoon session…..

(The nursery 2 and kinder 1 students will line up and march forward)

T. Jhonnel Ten months have passed. Our students didn’t just learn the ABC’s and 123’s. They also learned essential life skills. They learned to analyze; how to socialize with others; how to lead and follow; and most importantly, they

learned values and attitudes that will serve them well for life…starting with their new challenge next school year as primary school students.

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Kinder II students will slowly walk with their stola on both palms of their hands ( To be retrieved by Teacher Rey as soon as they reach the students area)

T. Aira As the Kinder II students approach their rightful place among those who have come before them, they hold on their palms the HiHo’s sacred stola-The symbol of HiHo’s recognition, rights and privileges that shall be conferred upon the stepping up student. The stola means that the student has completed and passed all academic and deportment requirements in school that are essential for the next level. Ladies and gentlemen, the Kinder II students of school year 2014-2015.

Ms. Xanthei Kaitlyn P. Hernandez Ms. Rhian A. TumibayMs. Kylie U. ViňasMs. Maricel Georgette V. WeeMaster Jhuris D. BartolmeMaster Nathan Gabriel S. BautistaMaster Christian Luis C. CruzMaster Carl Cedric R. DoloritoMaster Marcus Daniel M. HicaroMaster Kristian Matthew A. Hipolito

Master Raiken Constantine C. LorenzoMaster Kyle Matthew M. NisnisanMaster Geofrey R. Porciuncula

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T. Jhonnel Please remain standing for the Philippine National Anthem and an opening prayer to be led by one of the Kinder II pupil Christian Luis Cruz.

Plays Philippine National Anthem

Opening Prayer ( To be led by Christian Luis Cruz)

T. Jhonnel Please sit down. High Horizons Learning Center is an integrated learning and development center that provides academic content in a context that the children understand and enjoy. At HiHo, learning is achieved through the various activities and experiences the students have every day while inside or outside of the classroom.

T. Aira Learning is also achieved through the efforts of the different personalities in our community. While teachers prepare with utmost care the materials needed for class daily, the parents’ cooperation and support was unwavering. This home-school partnership is the real factor in providing the students with the perfect learning environment.

T. Jhonnel Tonight, we shall honor our students, but in honoring our students, we ought to honor our parents and teachers as well. To extend the school’s appreciation, I would like to call on our school director, Mr. Rodolfo Vardeleon.

Mr. Rodolfo Vardeleon

Welcome Remarks.

T. Jhonnel Thank you, Sir. The school will always be grateful for its teachers and parents. For without them, and graces from above, our purpose and mission will remain unfulfilled.

T.Aira Our program for tonight shall be divided into two parts. The awarding and then the Step-Up Ceremonies. We shall first give commendations to our preschool students then proceed with the Step-Up and finally ending with the Kinder II Commencement Exercises.

T. Jhonnel Let us all watch a video by the Nursery 2 morning and afternoon session prepared by their adviser. This video is all about the activities they have done during the whole school year.

Video

T. Aira Thank you Teacher Jen for that great video.During the school year, we have discovered that preschool students are talented. They can sing, dance, draw, recite a poem and more. Tonight, we are proud to present the Nursery 2 students as they perform to dance,

“Busy Days.”

Busy Days

T. Jhonnel Thank you Nursery 2 for your very heartwarming presentation. Nursery 2 is the first step to reach another level which is Kinder I and to show you the next presentation entitled “Ready to Go”, let us now call on the Kinder I students.

T.Aira That was inspirational; Thank you Kinder I. And before we proceed to individual award, let us all watch a video of Kinder 1 morning and afternoon session prepared by their adviser.

Video

T. Aira Thank you Teacher Charo for that awesome video.The school believes that each child is unique. We respect, recognize, and respond to individual differences, in learning styles and temperament. We believe that each child possesses various intelligences and talents.

It has been a tradition of this school to uphold and honor each child by calling out each name and presenting a distinct award, an award only given to each distinct individual.

T. Jhonnel As I call each name, please go up the stage and receive your individual award. Presenting to the following students from the Nursery 2 morning class.

For being…

Darling of the Class / Bright Kid of the Class- Ms. Ashley Beatrix Velasco Bodily-Kinesthetic Kid of the Class- Master Ethan Lucas Wycoco Cool Kid of the Year- Master Xylio Vaugh Lomarda Charming Princess of the Class- Ms.Yohanna Magkasi Kind Hearted Kid of the Year- Ms. Ava Ysabella Gracia Most Hardworking Kid of the Year- Master Leandro Bezalel Ralutin High Spirited Kid of the Year-Master Dominador Angelo Hernandez Kindest Kid of the Year- Master Jacob Gabriel Santiago Little Teacher of the Class- Ms.Julianna Erin Porciuncula Whiz Kid of the Year- Ms Laura Jannia Pactao Sweetest Kid of the Class- Miss Audree Austria

Child goes up the stage to receive the award

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T. Aira Thank you Nursery 2 morning session. And now from the Nursery 2 afternoon class please go upstage to receive your individual award,For being…

Book Lover of the Year- Ms. Marieviel Jan Bensurto Darling of the Class / Neatest Handwriting of the Year- Ms Chloe Dazel Dolorito Bodily-Kinesthetic Kid of the Class- Master Yeohann Kale Hernandez

Charming Princess of the Class- Ms Mischa Ysabella Vargas Jack of all Traits-Master Kenneth Ephraim Hipolito Bright Kid of the Year / Sweetest Kid of the Class- Ms. Mauin Siouxzaine P. Umaran Little Teacher of the Class/ Performer of the Year- Ms. Ma. Via Alessandra B. Alfaro Cutest Smile of the Year- Ms. Haley Calixta Santiago Animated Kid of the Class- Master John Carmelo Baňez

Child goes up the stage to receive the award

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T. Aira As we call on each name, please go up the stage and receive your individual award. Presenting the following students from the Kinder I morning class.For being…

Jack of All Traits/ Whiz of the Class- Ms. Samantha Maurice B. Reccion Best Story Teller of the Year- Ms. Anne Claire T. Concepcion Sweetest Smile of the Year- Ms. Zyla Iris M. Ramirez Little Teacher of the Class/Bright Kid of the Class- Ms Princess Amiel R. Dela Cruz Public Speaker of the Class- Ms Raiza Jilliana L. cruz Cutest Kid of the Year- Ms Abigail C. Cueva High Spirited Kid of the Class- Master Eldrei Norman S. J. Cruz Charming Princess of the Class/Little Fashionista of the Class- Rexian Mary Noelle D. Millon

Child goes up the stage to receive the award

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Thank you Kinder 1 morning session. And now from the Kinder 1 afternoon class please go upstage to receive your individual award,For being…

Whiz Kid of the Class / Neatest Handwriting of the Year- Master John Gerard C. Culminas Kindest Kid of the Year / Jack of All Traits- Master Lance Eomer C. Mangabat Young Leader of the Year- Ms Sophia Annika D. Cleofas Little Teacher of the Class- Ms Sofiah Venise C. Sumadia Charming Princess of the Class / Bright Kid of the Class- Ms Jameela Chanelle P. Laddaran Young Artist of the Year / Performer of the Year- Ms Briana Zari C. Pacis Sweetest Kid of the Year- Ms Cheynne Louise Marcos Little Nightingale / Little Fashionista of the Class- Ms Mary Siouxsierose P. Umaran Public Speaker of the Class / High Spirited Kid of the Class- Ms Soniyah Bethel C. Sumadia Bodily-Kinesthetic Kid of the Year- Joaquin Vitto Dela Cruz

Child goes up the stage to receive the award

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T.Jhonnel Thank you Kinder 1 afternoon session…As we call on each name, please go up the stage and receive your individual award. Presenting the following students from Kinder II class.

For being… Best Big Sister of the Year – Ms. Xanthei Kaitlyn P. Hernandez Young Artist of the Year- Master Marcus Daniel M. Hicaro Performer of the Year / Charming Prince of the Year- Master Geofrey R. Porciuncula Book Lover of the Year- Maricel Georgette V. Wee Sweetest Smile of the Year- Master Raiken Constantine C. Lorenzo Whiz Kid of the Year / Bright Kid of the Year - Master Christian Luis C. Cruz Neatest handwriting of the Class- Master Kyle Matthew Nisnisan Animated Kid of the Year / Bodily Kinesthetic Kid of the Year - Master Nathan Gabriel S. Bautista Jack of all Traits- Master Carl Cedric Dolorito Little Teacher of the Year / Sweetest Kid of the Year- Kylie U. Viňas Cool Kid of the Year- Master Jhuris D. Bartolome Cutest kid of the Year- Rhian A. Tumibay Kindest Kid of the Year- Kristian Matthew Hipolito

T.Aira As Eleonor Roosevelt said, “People grow through experience if they meet life honestly and courageously .This is how character is built.”

Character is a trait that everyone wants. It’s something parents want their children to learn, yet it is difficult to define, can mean different things todifferent people, and requires practice to develop. According to Michele Borba, noted author and educator, character is define as “moral intelligence, the capacity to understand right from wrong, have strong ethical convictions and to act on them so one behaves in the right and honorable way.”

High Horizons put emphasis on character development, thus special awards are given at the end of the school year to those deserving of merit and praise.

T.Jhonnel The following deportment certificates of recognition are awarded to students who have exemplified a particular value or conduct that this school strives to give importance. Each awardee was carefully scrutinized in order to ensure that he or she is deserving of the commendation.

T.Jhonnel From Kinder I morning sessionFor being the…

Most Prudent- Ms. Anne Claire T. Concepcion Most Cooperative- Ms. Abigail C. Cueva Most Disciplined- Ms. Samantha Maurice B. Reccion Most Helpful – Ms. Raiza Jilliana L. Cruz Most Generous- Ms Rexian Mary Noelle D. Millon Most Sociable- Ms Samantha Maurice B. Reccion Most Responsible- Ms Princess Amiel R. Dela Cruz Most Courteous- Ms Samantha Maurice B. Reccion Most Punctual- Ms Rexian Mary Noelle D. Millon Most Diligent- Ms Zylah Iris M. Ramirez Most Improved- Ms Rexian Mary Noelle D. Millon Most Friendly- Ms. Anne Claire T. Concepcion Most Creative- Ms Princess Amiel R. Dela Cruz Neatest- Master Eldrei Norman S. J. Cruz

T. Aira From Kinder 1 afternoon sessionFor being…

Most Prudent- Ms. Briana Zari C. Pacis

Most Cooperative- Ms. Sophia Annika D. Cleofas Most Disciplined- Ms. Jameela Chanelle P. Laddaran Most Helpful – Ms. Sofiah Venise C. Sumadia Most Generous- Ms Jameela Chanelle P. Laddaran Most Sociable- Ms Cheynne Louise Marcos Most Responsible- Ms Sofiah Venise C. Sumadia Most Courteous- Master Lance Eomer C. Mangabat Most Punctual- Master John Gerard C. Culminas Most Diligent- Master Joaquin Vitto Dela Cruz Most Improved- Master Joaquin Vitto Dela Cruz Most Friendly- Ms Siouxsierose P. Umaran Most Creative- Ms Briana Zari C. Pacis Neatest- Ms Soniyah Bethel C. Sumadia

T.Jhonnel From Kinder IIFor being the…

Most Cooperative- Master Jhuris D. Bartolome Most Creative- Master Marcus Daniel M. Hicaro Most Courteous- Ms Georgette V. Wee Most Helpful – Master Kyle Matthew M. Nisnisan Most Friendly- Master Raiken Constantine C. Lorenzo Most Sociable- Master Christian Luis C. Cruz Most Generous- Ms. Kylie U. Viňas Most Diligent- Master Nathan Gabriel S. Bautista Most Punctual- Ms rhian A. Tumibay Most Responsible- Ms Kylie U. Viňas Neatest- Master Geofrey R. Porciuncula

Most Improved- Master Carl Cedric R. Dolorito Most Prudent- Ms Xanthei Kaitlyn P. Hernandez Most Disciplined- Master Kristian Matthew A. Hipolito

T.Aira High Horizons Learning Center gives the area of excellence award for preschool students for having received a grade of A in atleast a major area of cognitive and skill development, provided that he/she has no failing mark of D in all areas of development and no letter mark lower than B in the deportment.

In the 4th quarter of the current school year, there are a total of 12 students who will be receiving the area excellence award.

T.Jhonnel From kinder 2, for her excellence in Math, Writing and Filipino – Master

From kinder 2, for her excellence in Language, Reading, Math, Filipino and Writing- Master

From kinder 2, for his excellence in Math, Reading, Writing and Filipino- Master

From kinder 2, for his excellence in Math and Filipino – Master

From kinder 2, for his excellence in Math, Language, Writing and Filipino-Master

From kinder 2, for his excellence in Math, Writing and Filipino- Master

From kinder 2, for her excellence in Math, Writing and Filipino- Ms.

From kinder 2, for her excellence in Writing- Ms.

From Kinder 2, for her excellence in Math, Writing and Filipino- Ms.

From Kinder 2, for her excellence in Language, Math, Writing and Filipino- Ms.

From Kinder 2, for her excellence in Language, Reading, Math, Filipino and Writing- Ms.

From Kinder 2, for her excellence in Math, Writing and Filipino – Ms.

T.Aira Other than the scholastic achievement our students strive hard for, High Horizons Learning Center put emphasis and importance in character development. In our school, the pursuit of becoming a gentleman or lady has the same gravity as our pursuit of knowledge. in this light, we give the Star awards to Kinder 2 students who have accumulated atleast 98% of total stars given for each quarter, proof of their daily effort to listen and obey teachers, to be helpful and generous to others and to encourage harmony and order in school.

T.Aira From Kinder 2, Master Master Ms. Ms. Ms. Ms.

T.Jhonnel High Horizons Learning Center places great importance on the application of Christian values and attitudes, on effort and achievement in scholastic undertakings, and on participation in school activities. High Horizons Learning Center gives due recognition to honor students at the end of the school year who put effort before ability. These honor students have balanced their academic life while trying to develop their self-discipline. Preschool students who have received good academic and deportment marks truly deserve to be honored today.

T.Aira The Gold Award is given to Kinder 2 students with a final general average of A and no letter mark lower than B in any quarter.Presenting this school year’s Gold Awardees

T. Jhonnel From Kinder 2Master Master Ms.

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T.Aira The Bronze Award is given to Kinder 2 students with a final general average of B and no letter mark lower than C+ in any quarter.Presenting this school year’s Bronze AwardeesFrom Kinder 2Master Master Master Ms. Ms.

T. Jhonnel When there is a star, there is always a Super Star. The Super Star are given to all kinder 2 students who have accumulated at least 98% of stars for the whole year with no letter mark lower than B in deportment in any quarter. Presenting this school year’s Super Star AwardeesFrom Kinder 2Master Master Ms.

T.Aira We would like to commend the following individuals who have shown their brilliance outside the school, earning respect and giving our school tribute. These are the students who have competed in the annual VALAPSA Battle of the Brains. As I call on your names, please come up on the stage, be recognized and bow before your peers and parents.

Ranking 12th placer out of 44 schools in Valenzuela, from Kinder 2

Master Christian Luis CruzMaster Marcus Daniel HicaroMs. Kylie U. Vinas

T. Jhonnel As our students work tirelessly in order to prepare for their future; as they study new skills to guide them in becoming better members of our society, we would also like to acknowledge the efforts of some of their teachers who are continuously sharpening their skills in order to be deserving of their titles as teachers. These are the faculty members who have earned their certificates of completion in outstanding colleges and universities that offer various online courses. As we call on your names, please come up the stage, receive your certificates and be recognized before our community.

For completing the course on Leaders of Learning from Harvard University on August 28, 2014 and for having Statement of Accomplishment on Teaching Character and Creating Positive Classrooms from Relay Graduate School of Education on February 6, 2015, Teacher Jennifer E. Dizon

We also give importance to the physical aspect of the teachers, last year we conducted the first Badminton Tournament for teachers, for being the Best Female Player, Teacher Hazel Logatiman

T.Jhonnel Congratulations Teachers!

The preschool Step-Up Commencement Exercise signifies an end and a new beginning. It is the end of the year that was and an end to an old challenge. But as the old adage goes, for every end, there is a beginning. A beginning of a new year and new challenges for you to dream big and soar high! As we call on the names of each recipient of the HiHo certification of level completion, please go up the stage and receive your step-up certificate.

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T.Aira Ladies and gentlemen, the stepping up students from the Kinder 2 class…

Ms. Xanthei Kaitlyn P. Hernandez Ms. Rhian A. TumibayMs. Kylie U. ViňasMs. Maricel Georgette V. WeeMaster Jhuris D. BartolmeMaster Nathan Gabriel S. BautistaMaster Christian Luis C. CruzMaster Carl Cedric R. DoloritoMaster Marcus Daniel M. HicaroMaster Kristian Matthew A. HipolitoMaster Raiken Constantine C. LorenzoMaster Kyle Matthew M. NisnisanMaster Geofrey R. Porciuncula

(Mr. Rodolfo Vardeleon gives each student the certificate, then places the stola over the graduating Kinder 2 students)

T.Aira High Horizons Learning Center would like to confer the following students who have completed all preschool requirements as designated by this institution, all the privileges of being a HiHo Preschool Alumi.

T. Jhonnel May I ask Mr. Rodolfo Vardeleon,our school director, to lead the Kinder 2 students to take the oath of the graduating HiHo Preschool Alum. Kinder 2, please stand up and raise your right hand.

Sir Var I, state your name, do solemnly swear,That I will live a life of character.I will be fair, honest, keep my promises and be loyal.I promise to care for the environment, for my country, and about those around me.I will do my best. Ad Majorem dei Gloriam

T.Aira Parents and guests, Kinder 2 batch 2014-2015 have finally graduated. Congratulations! Let us give them a warm hand of applause.

T. Jhonnel Let us all watch a video clip for kinder 2.In order to better appreciate the journey they have made, it is good to look back at the year was and see with our own eyes the transformation of our children from preschool tots to emerging primary school pupils.( video clip)

T. Aira Thank you teacher Hazel for that wonderful video.

A milestone has achieved and dreams are shining as a new sun. Our Kinder 2 students shall now give you their final presentation as a class and as preschool students at High Horizons Learning Center.

Song ( Glowing Inside )

Playing the Hiho Hymn

T.Jhonnel Thank you very much to everyone, God bless and goodnight.

We shall now be calling on each class to come up the stage so that the parents can take a picture of the class. Starting with Nursery 2 morning session, then, Nursery 2 afternoon session, then, Kinder morning session, then, Kinder 1 afternoon session and the last Kinder 2