Recent News and Updates
Philippine Day 2023
A heartfelt thank you to the entire Brent International School Subic community for making Philippine Day on September 29 an incredible celebration of culture and unity. The vibrant costumes, enchanting music and dances brought joy and excitement to the event, truly bringing Filipino traditions to life. The food was wonderful and the activities fun and challenging: some students might still be working on the correct technique to wrap polvorón 😊! The spirit and warmth displayed by parents, students, teachers, and staff made this day unforgettable, and we are grateful to all for their participation and commitment to fostering a vibrant and welcoming community.
Spirit Week SY 2023-2024
Spirit Week is coming up this September 25-29. It’s time to bring out your fun and trendy costumes! Here are this year’s themes:
September 25, Monday- House Colors Azure vs Gold
Wear your House shirts or a blue/yellow shirt to proudly represent your house! You may also wear blue and yellow accessories to decorate your outfit!
September 26, Tuesday – Disney Day
Disney Day is an exciting day where students wear the costumes of their favorite Disney characters! You can also wear any outfit or accessories that are inspired by any Disney character. We hope to see an energetic and lively environment with people dressing up as the beloved characters we all grew up with!
September 27, Wednesday – Monochrome Day
Wear an outfit made up of only one color and show off your simple yet elegant style. Pick varying shades of your favorite color.
September 28, Thursday – Pattern Overload
On this day, mix and match your your favorite stripes, plaids, florals and more in one ‘fit! We hope to see you wearing an overload of print and patterns on Pattern Overload Thursday!
September 29, Friday – Philippine Day
Mabuhay! You may wear the traditional Filipino Barong Tagalog, Baro’t Saya, or simply the colors of the Philippine flag. You can even wear a Subic, Boracay, Baguio or a shirt from a place in the Philippines you have visited.
Kindly share this information and remind everyone that costumes must still be school-appropriate. If you have any questions, feel free to approach any of the Student Council Members.
Thank you and we look forward to another fun and memorable week!
Mr. Robbins’ Chapel Talk
Brent Schools CEO, Mr. Dick Robbins, stands before an attentive audience of students during his visit to Subic on September 14. Drawn from his five-decade-long experience in education, Mr. Robbins delivered a poignant chapel message, emphasizing the profound significance of being an encourager in every encounter.
NHS Induction SY2324
The Brent Subic chapter of the National Honor Society proudly inducted 11 new members on September 19th. These students have demonstrated scholarship, leadership, service, and character, and we look forward to their contributions to our organization.
Congratulations to our newest members!
ChatGPT, AI Tools in Education Workshop
On September 16 and 17, a group of teachers from Brent Subic joined international school educators from around Asia in an EARCOS workshop held at Brent Manila. The workshop, led by Jeff Utecht, centered on empowering educators to harness the potential of generative AI as a “thought partner” in their work. Participants delved into various AI tools, such as ChatGPT, emphasizing their capacity to streamline routine tasks and enable educators to allocate more time to direct student interaction, ultimately fostering a more dynamic and engaging learning environment.
Grade 12 IB Info Session
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the parents and students who attended the Grade 12 IB Information Session on September 11. Brent’s IB Coordinator, Ms. Sheila Griarte, provided valuable insights into IB registration procedures, assessments, and important deadlines. Ms. Griarte also highlighted key articles from the IB rules and regulations, ensuring that everyone is well-informed and prepared for the journey ahead. We look forward to a successful and enriching academic year for our seniors in the IB program!
