February 23–28, 2026
Dear Brent Community,
As we begin this week, we extend appreciation to our students, faculty, parents, and staff for the flexibility and commitment shown during a full and meaningful stretch of activities. From performances and athletic competitions to professional development and self study milestones, the Brent community continues to demonstrate excellence, resilience, and heart.
Upcoming This Week
Monday, February 23 – (counted as Day 2) | Ibaloi Day Holiday |Start of IB Evaluation Meetings
Tuesday, February 24 – Day 1| Continuation of IB Evaluation Visit |Brent Day Practice
Wednesday, February 25 – Day 2 | IWe look forward to gathering as a community for the Middle School Camp Presentation, where our students will share highlights, reflections, and meaningful moments from their recent camp experience.
Parents, students, faculty, and staff are warmly invited to join us as we celebrate their growth, courage, and learning together.
Thursday, February 26 – Day 1 | No House Games please pick up your children promptly at 2:30 | Faculty WASC PD afternoon 2:35-3:30 (no office hours)
Friday, February 27 – Day 2 |ISAC Season 3 Photoshoot |Chapel | Beginning 1st Block. We extend heartfelt thanks to Mrs. Carina Altomonte-Burdeous for generously sharing her time and talent for this photoshoot. ISAC Team Building | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM An opportunity for connection, collaboration, and strengthening our shared purpose as a faculty community.
Acknowledgements from Last Week
Monday, February 16 – Day 2 |IB Theatre 11 Mini-Solo Theatre Piece Performance & Recording Chapel | 3:00 PM | Grades 6–12 |Our IB Theatre 11 students delivered powerful mini-solo performances that reflected creativity and thoughtful artistic interpretation. The live audience experience, combined with the recording process, provided an authentic IB practice performance opportunity.
Thursday, February 21 – Day 2 House Games: Badminton (Juniors & Intermediate – Boys Doubles, Girls Doubles, Mixed Doubles) | Well done to Coach Boy, all participants and House heads and leaders for organizing an energizing event.
Friday, February 20 – Day 1 Start of Clubs |Clubs officially began, providing students with opportunities to explore interests, develop leadership skills, and strengthen peer collaboration beyond the classroom.
February 20–22 |Subic Cup Season 2 at Brent International School Subic | We proudly acknowledge our selected student-athletes representing Brent International School Baguio in Boys Basketball and Girls Football. Competing against Brent Subic and local schools, our Bulldogs demonstrated skill, discipline, and strong sportsmanship. Thank you to our coaches and chaperones for ensuring both competitive growth and student well-being throughout the trip. Thank you, too, to our parents for providing drinks for our athletes.
February 20–22 | Over the weekend, faculty members participated in the EARCOS Integrating Generative AI into the WASC Self-Study and School Practices Workshop hosted at Brent International School Manila. The workshop brought together educators from international schools across the region, including the International School of Beijing and Kunming International Academy (China), St. Mary’s International School Tokyo (Japan), Cheongna Dalton School (South Korea), Yangon International School (Myanmar), Wells International School and Ruamrudee International School (Thailand), as well as fellow Brent campuses in Manila, Subic and Baguio (Philippines).
The two-day professional learning experience focused on strengthening WASC self-study processes and exploring practical, classroom-ready AI applications. It was a meaningful opportunity to engage in forward-looking dialogue with regional colleagues while enhancing tools to support both accreditation work and daily instructional practice.
Looking Ahead: March 2026 | March will be a dynamic month filled with preparation, competition, conferences, and celebration. We encourage families to mark their calendars and support students as they balance academic responsibilities with meaningful co-curricular engagement. As we enter the month of March, several key academic and co-curricular activities are scheduled:
Looking Ahead: March 2026 | March will be a dynamic month filled with preparation, competition, conferences, and celebration. We encourage families to mark their calendars and support students as they balance academic responsibilities with meaningful co-curricular engagement. As we enter the month of March, several key academic and co-curricular activities are scheduled:March 2 (Mon) – Day 1
Grade 11 Extended Essay Writing (Afternoon) – Facilitated by D. Nebrija
March 3 (Tue) – Day 2
Brent Day Practice (7:45–8:30 AM)
March 4 (Wed) – Day 1
Brent Day Practice (7:45–8:30 AM)
March 5 (Thu) – Day 2 | No House Games
March 6 (Fri) – Day 1
Cross Country (a separate email will be forthcoming)
March 7 (Sat)
Basketball Training (9:00 AM–12:00 NN)
March 9 (Mon)
Parent–Teacher Conferences (a separate email will be forthcoming)
March 10–11
Brent Day Practice (7:45–8:30 AM)
March 11–13
ISAC Season 3 hosted at Brent Baguio
March 14 (Sat)
SAT Administration
As we move through this week of celebration, evaluation, competition, and reflection, we are reminded that excellence is sustained not by single events, but by consistent effort, shared responsibility, and a commitment to growth.
Sincerely,