Dear Brent Community,
As we move steadily through Semester 2, we are grateful for the energy, commitment, and shared spirit that continue to shape life on campus. Below are acknowledgements from the past week, followed by a look at the activities ahead.
Acknowledgements | January 26–30
Season 2 ISAC at BISS (January 21–25)
We proudly celebrate our Bulldog teams for a strong and spirited showing at Season 2 ISAC competitions at BISS. Thank you to our student-athletes, coaches, athletic staff and Ms Nicolai for representing Brent with determination, teamwork, and exemplary sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Well done, Bulldogs—we are proud of you! 
Grade 11 IB Visual Arts Panel Presentation (January 26)
Well done to our Grade 11 IB Visual Arts students for their initial art presentations to the panel. Thank you to the panel members and to Dr. Julie Sibucao for guiding students through this important milestone, helping them clarify lines of inquiry and make informed decisions for their next works.
Lunar New Year Celebrations
Thank you to our students, faculty (Dr. Julie, Ms Jenny Candelaria, and Ms Yeonyi Park), the Mandarin club led by Mrs. Brittany Ramirez, and the chapel team who led and participated in our Lunar New Year celebrations, culminating in meaningful assemblies and shared learning experiences. These moments of cultural exchange and reflection beautifully reflected our values of respecting and appreciating cultures and global awareness.
CISSMUN XV (Shanghai) and Reflection Video
We are grateful for the students’ thoughtful reflections and learning, which they shared with our community during a special Lunar New Year Festival Chapel on Wednesday, January 28. Their insights—covering highlights, challenges, and key takeaways—offered a meaningful glimpse into diplomacy, collaboration, and global engagement. Here is a video of their activities.
Field Day 2026
Congratulations to Red House for emerging as this year’s Field Day overall champion! 
We commend all our students, House Heads, House leaders, alumni, parents, teachers, and staff for the teamwork, sportsmanship, and joyful energy that made Field Day a success. More photos and highlights will be shared in the next Brent Bulletin. Thank you to Coach Boy for coordinating
Looking Ahead | January 31 – February 7
Saturday, January 31
• First Aid Training (GIN)
• Boarding Dinner Out at That Little Cafe (6:00–8:00 PM)
Sunday, February 1
• First Aid Training (GIN)
Tuesday, February 3 – Day 1
• CAS Assembly
• Grade 6/7 Field Trip to Baguio Country Club (Flora and Fauna) | 10:10 AM–12:40 PM
Wednesday, February 4 – Day 2
• Filipino Day Chapel
Thursday, February 4, Day 2
• Filipino Day Practice (more details to follow)
Friday, February 6 – Day 2
• Filipino Day 2026 – Pagdiriwang sa Makulay na Kulturang Pilipino
We look forward to celebrating Filipino Day on Friday, February 6,from 3:15-5:15 p.m. (tentative) at Neutral. It will be a joyful and meaningful schoolwide celebration prepared by Bb. Nelly Ann Dollente and our Grades 6–12 Filipino classes. The day will feature cultural performances and culminate in Palarong Pinoy (Traditional Filipino games) for our Lower School students—an engaging rotation of traditional Filipino games that highlights teamwork, cooperation, and the joy of play rooted in our local culture.
Guided by Upper School student leaders, our LS students will experience these games together in the spirit of camaraderie and shared learning. The entire community is warmly invited to join the celebration and to wear Filipino cultural attire throughout the day as we honor the richness and vibrancy of Filipino heritage.
• Club Forms Due
Saturday, February 7
• Boarding Dinner Out at Cabalen Buffet, SM (5:30–8:30 PM)
Looking Ahead | February Activities
As we move into February, we look forward to a full and vibrant month of learning, celebrations, and community activities:
February 10 | NHS Valentines Non Uniform Day
February 11-13 | Middle School Camp | Brent Baguio x Brent Subic hosted in Brent Baguio
February 11 (Wednesday)- 3rd PTA Assembly (Agenda: Brent Day, Fundraising, ISAC Season 3)
February 12: JCo Happy Heart’s Day Dance
February 17 (Tuesday) |No classes • Chinese New Year Holiday
February 18 (Wednesday) – Classes suspended by the local government (more details to follow)
February 20–21- Season 3 Team Bonding Activities | Brent Cup Season 3
February 20-22- BRENT Earcos Weekend Workshop – Integrating Generative AI into the WASC Self-Study and School Practices Workshop at BISM
February 22-24 | IB Evaluation Visit (Meetings on the 23rd and 24th)
February 23 (Monday) | Ibaloi Day Holiday
February 25 | People’s Power Anniversary (February 25) | In Person Classes |
February 28 | Brent Invitational Season 3
Thank you, as always, for the care, participation, and shared purpose that define our community. We look forward to the meaningful learning and celebrations ahead as we continue to Lead by Serving.