High Hopes for Philippine Science High School System(PSHS) Graduates at MITIS

High Hopes for PSHS Graduates at MITIS

Selected graduates of the Philippine Science High School may soon find their way to MITIS for enrolment in Grades 11 and 12.  The bright prospects were considered in a forum entitled “ Exploring the Benefits of the K+12 Curriculum for Gifted Filipino Students” held at the school on November 4, 2010. In attendance were around 100 students together with their teachers and top school administrators.
In his presentation, Mr. Hyock Chu Kwon challenged the PSHS students to consider the excellent opportunities for them to study on scholarships in top foreign universities. He acknowledged that PSHS graduates may have easy access to admission in local universities but encouraged them to have bigger dreams for themselves.  Mr. Kwon offered full tuition scholarships to selected students to complete Grades 11 and 12 at MITIS. (Full text of Mr. Kwon’s  message is in Director’s Corner)
The excellent opportunities for quality education at Kyoto University was discussed by Dr. Kakuya Matsushima in his talk, “Infrastructure Planning and the Role of Engineers”.    He also presented the Global 30 Project of Kyoto University.  Dr. Matsushima is an Associate Professor  in the Graduate School of Urban Management in the university.
The process of earning scholarship grants was discussed by Ms. Atsuko Sakamaki, the Country Officer of Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE).  Both Dr. Matsushima and Ms. Sakamaki pointed out that the basic requirement  for admission in Japanese universities is completion of Grades 11 and 12

During the open forum facilitated by Mr. Andre Kwon, PSHS students asked a number of questions about the quality of school life at MITIS.  They inquired about the nationalities of in the MITIS population and  if MITIS students have proms and social events. They wanted to find out what responsibilities they have to assume for enjoying MITIS scholarships.  Mr. Andre Kwon replied that they only need to study very well.
In her closing remarks, Dr. Filma G. Brawner, the Executive Director of PSHS System expressed elation for the prospects of a bright future for PSHS students. She cited the significance of the forum in expanding the students’ perspectives on new challenges and opportunities.