Week of March 25 – April 1, 2025
WELL DONE, BULLDOGS!

Welcome back to our ISAC Season 3 athletes and coaches, ISAC Season 3 @ BISM (March 20–22). Our athletes showed remarkable spirit and sportsmanship. Congratulations to all participants and a heartfelt thank you to our coaches (Coach Boy Arandez, Coach Grace Arandez, Coach Vince Jimenez, Coach Dana Salvador) and Ms. Nicolai Carino for leading the delegation.

ISAC Official Photos

A huge thank you as well to our PTA for all the support this season. Thank you for the sponsored team dinner at T.G.I.F., definitely a fitting restaurant for a sumptuous Friday dinner. Thank you for making sure that our kids are well-hydrated and are full from all the snacks provided for the team.

Brent Schools at the IB Global Conference and EARCOS Teachers’ Conference 2025 |
Representatives from Brent Baguio, Manila, and Subic proudly participated in two major international events this March: the IB Global Conference in Singapore and the EARCOS Teachers’ Conference in Kuala Lumpur.

  • At the IB Global Conference, themed “Our Humanity, Connected,” Brent delegates engaged with global educators and gained fresh insights from keynote speakers:
    Andreas Schleicher (OECD) – on global education policy and creativity
  • Dr. Darnell Fine – on culturally responsive leadership
  • Dr. Sandra Milligan (University of Melbourne) – on rethinking assessment and learner agency
  • Meanwhile, at the EARCOS Teachers’ Conference 2025, themed “Empowered to Explore and Express,” Brent educators joined hundreds of international school teachers in sharing best practices, exploring innovation in teaching and learning, and strengthening regional collaboration.

These conferences reaffirm Brent Schools’ commitment to continuous growth, collaboration, and excellence in global education.

BRENT@116 | We are now in the final stretch before Brent Day, and it’s inspiring to see the whole community coming together in the spirit of this year’s theme: Brent@116: Celebrating a Legacy of Practicing Gratitude. We hope you can feel the excitement building across campus as rehearsals, preparations, and collaborative projects take shape.

 Upcoming Events: March 25 – April 1, 2025

 March 24, Monday (Day 2) | regular school day

March 25, Tuesday (Day 1) | Long Homeroom – Brent Day Rehearsal   (Practice Schedule here) Blocking with props and staging will take place for groups

  • Homeroom advisers and class-assigned leaders will guide their respective groups.

  • TOK Exhibitions during Homeroom in the Reflection Center

 March 26, Wednesday (Day 2)

Chapel Time – Dress Rehearsal
A full check of costumes, props, and performance order based on the script.
Coordinated by Ms. Marj (Theatre), Ms. Shelley (Music), Mr. Kurt & Sir Gilbert (Tech)

  • GIN Field Trip – Mount Camisong | Wishing our students a reflective and purposeful experience!
  • Ganza Photos for those who were Previously Absent

Please note that the photographer will come back on Wednesday, March 26 to take the GANZA individual photos of those who were unable to have their photo taken on the original date.   As before, please note the requirements:

  • Ensure well-groomed hair

  • Dress code for Ganza Individual Photos: Complete Monday-Wednesday uniform.

  • Don’t forget to wear your best Brent smile 🙂

 March 27, Thursday (Day 1)

Faculty Morning Meeting 7:35 a.m.: MAP and IB meeting

  • NO House Games – REHEARSALS FOR THE PK-11 ART EXHIBIT
  • ICT 9 & 10 Field Trip – Tour of the Baguio Smart City Command Center

 March 28, Friday (Day 2)

  • PK-Grade 11 Art Exhibit

A celebration of the incredible artistic talent and creativity of our students. This much-anticipated event will take place on Friday, March 28, 2025, from 3:00 to 4:30 PM in the school gymnasium. The exhibit will showcase a diverse and impressive collection of artwork from students across all grade levels. In addition to viewing these inspiring pieces, we are pleased to host a silent auction of select student artwork. This is a wonderful opportunity to support our young artists while also contributing to a meaningful cause. All proceeds from the silent auction will directly benefit the MS Social Squad’s community outreach initiatives, helping us make a positive impact on our local community. The silent auction is managed by the BM students under the leadership of Ms. Donna Nebrija.

  • Lower School students shall proceed to the gym at 2:40pm to be ready for the art exhibit. Parents kindly pick up your children from the gym.

 March 29, Saturday | NHS Visit to Helping Hands – Thank you to our NHS students and advisers for their compassion and commitment to service.

 March 31, Monday (Day 1) | Regular Classes | Beginning of Spirit Week

Spirit Week Begins – Daily dress-up themes:

  • Monday Makeover, (note that Tuesday is a holiday)
  • Brent Pride Wednesday,
  • Time Travel Thursday,
  • Foody Friday

Our spirit week will surely bring joyful energy to campus! Stay tuned – a detailed email with more information will be sent this week.

April 1, Tuesday – NO CLASSES
In observance of Eid al-Fitr, school will be closed.
Classes resume Wednesday, April 2 (Day 2).

April 2, Wednesday, Day 2

  • Morning | 7:45 BRENT DAY Holy Eucharist | Chapel | Everyone is invited

  • SPRING MAP TESTING STARTS TODAY! The schedule can be found here. SEL/Strong Kids classes this week will focus on preparing our students for testing.

  • 5:00 – 7:00 PM: Technical and dress rehearsal | General rehearsal including staff, alumni, and PTA| Field

Thursday, April 3, Day 1

  • After School | No House Games | Brent Day Rehearsal | (Practice Schedule here)
    3:00 – 5:00 PM: Variety Show general rehearsal | Includes staff, alumni, and PTA | Field | Dinner show performers rehearsal | (Practice Schedule here)

Friday, April 4

  • 3:00 – 4:00 PM | Rehearsal for dinner show performers | (Practice Schedule here)

  • Flag Parade | Coordinated by Bb. Nelly  | Field

 Brent Day 2025 Highlights

 April 5, 2025 (Saturday)
Come celebrate Brent’s 116th founding anniversary with performances, food, and fellowship.

The Ursula Daoey Reflection Center Dedication
1:00–2:00 PM | Attendees: Alumni, Retirees, Church members, Parents, Family & Friends

Brent Honors & Variety Show

3:00–4:15 PM – Brent Honors Ceremony (Neutral)

4:30–6:30 PM – Dinner & Live Music (Field)

6:30–8:00 PM – Variety Show

Thank you to all coordinators, performers, student leaders, and faculty helping prepare for this event!

International Food Festival – Tickets Now Available!

Support our biggest community celebration!

 PHP 600 per ticket

 Available during General Assembly and at the Bookstore

 Children aged 3 and below – FREE
Purchasing early helps us plan food preparations better—thank you for your support!

Other Acknowledgments (March 18–24, 2025)

Grade 3 – 10 SEL sessions on Sexual Health
Thank you to T. Marriet, T. Michael, T. Almae, and Nurse Glaiza for helping facilitate developmentally appropriate conversations around personal safety, biological body parts and changes, taking care of our bodies, and healthy decision making.

Grade 10 Information Afternoon
Thank you to our subject heads and faculty who guided our Grade 10 students and families through Brent’s academic programs and course options.

Parent Appreciation Chapel (March 19)
Hosted by NHS, this touching service reminded us to value and honor our parents and guardians.

OIC: Mr. Paul Engler

Sincere thanks to Mr. Engler for serving as Officer-in-Charge from March 19–24, ensuring smooth operations during a packed week of local and international events.

Wishing everyone a great week ahead as we continue preparing for Brent Day and celebrating our legacy with joy, gratitude, and unity.

Warmly,

Dr. Celeste R. Engler
Headmaster