Dear Brent Community,

As we enter the final stretch of the school year, we continue to give thanks for the many opportunities for learning, leadership, reflection, creativity, and community engagement that have marked this semester.

Acknowledgements: May 11–15

We thank everyone who supported another full and meaningful week of learning, assessment, leadership, community-building, and year-end activities.

ESL Level Tests for Grades 6/7 and 10 continued throughout the week and concluded on Friday, May 15. We thank our students, teachers, and support teams for helping ensure that these assessments proceeded smoothly.

We also acknowledge the CAS Assembly held on Monday, May 11, which gave our students another opportunity to reflect on creativity, activity, service, and meaningful engagement.

On Tuesday, May 12, our Grade 1 and 2 students visited the Baguio City Fire Station. We thank the Lower School team and all chaperones for making this field trip a safe and memorable learning experience. We also thank STUCO for leading Staff Appreciation during Long Homeroom, and we acknowledge the NHS for holding their elections and bonding activity at the Neutral Area.

On Wednesday, May 13, our Grade 5 and 6 students participated in their Meet and Greet during Block 2. We also gathered for our last chapel of the school year, featuring the Semester 2 Highlights Video. Thank you to Mr. Kurt Salvador, Mr. Gilbert Burgos and everyone who helped capture and celebrate the many moments of learning, service, friendship, and growth from this semester. We also thank the PTA and all attendees for the PTA Assembly held at the Dining Hall.

On Thursday, May 14, we held the Science and IT Expo on a special schedule. We thank our students, coordinator, Mr. Kurt Salvador and fellow faculty: Ms Dana Salvador (MS Pitching), Mr. Mahiru Imamura, Ms. Jade Fesalbon, Engr. Kris Nebrija and Mr. Michael Johnson, and Mr. Paul Engler for showcasing inquiry, innovation, creativity, and problem-solving through science and technology.

On Thurs, May 14, Our Grade 10 Religious Studies went on their final visit to Rippling River Nursing Home in Irisan. We deliver food packs, 2 sacks of adult diapers and several kilos of cabbage. The Grade 10 spent the time to bond and connect with our Elders sharing stories, laughter, thoughts and memories. Thank you for everyone’s support and the opportunity for our students to serve and foster meaningful interaction with the elders of the community.

On Friday, May 15, our Grade 8 students had their field trip. We thank the Middle School homeroom teachers for supporting a safe and meaningful day of bonding beyond the classroom.

Upcoming Activities and Important Reminders: May 18–29 | Please read reminders given out re: exams and graduation

Monday, May 18 | Day 1
US/MS exam preparations continue
Lower School comments due for peer editing

Middle School students will complete assessments and projects from May 15–21, following the Upper School Exams/Middle School submission schedule. Please read reminders given out re: exams and graduation

Tuesday, May 19 | Day 2
Lower School Long Homeroom Practice for Moving Up Day and Meet-and-Greet with Next Teachers
Long Homeroom for /US: Review of  EXAM GUIDELINES FOR UPPER SCHOOL STUDENTS

MS Music Production Auditions during Long Homeroom
Science 5 Field Trip to Flora and Fauna at Baguio Country Club

Wednesday, May 20 | Day 1
Upper School Final Exams begin
Grades 3–5 Trip to Mt. Costa, 8:30 a.m.–12:00 noon
Grades 6 and 7 Homeroom Bonding at Sky Ranch, 1:30–8:00 p.m.

Upper School Final Exams | May 20–22
Final exams for Grades 9–11 will take place on Wednesday, May 20, Thursday, May 21, and Friday, May 22. Students must report to their designated rooms by 7:40 a.m.

Grade 11: Ogilby Room 4
Grades 9–10: Ogilby Room 6
Dismissal: 12:30 p.m. each day

Families are kindly requested to make arrangements for timely pick-up unless the student is joining a supervised class event communicated in advance by the Homeroom Teacher.

Students are reminded to review the EXAM GUIDELINES FOR UPPER SCHOOL STUDENTS. Adhering to these guidelines reflects responsible citizenship and our Brent Crest values of integrity and honesty. Students may reach out to their teachers for clarification.

Thursday, May 21 | Day 2
Upper School Final Exams continue
No late start; regular start time and Monday schedule with no bells
Grades 1–5 return textbooks and library books
First day for offices to begin processing Pre-K to Grade 11 clearance forms
Lower School will continue with regular classes through Friday, May 22.
Classes for Middle and Lower School will run from 7:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Friday, May 22 | Day 1
Upper School Final Exams continue
Lower School Year-End Activity: “Drop, Drop, Let’s Go,” starting at 12:30 p.m. on campus
Prom for Grades 11 and 12, 6:00 p.m., Baguio Country Club.

Monday, May 25
In service Day for Faculty | No classes for PreK-Grade 9, and Grade 11

REQUIRED ATTENDANCE: Grade 10 Pre-CAS Sustainability and Service Learning Experience with Mr. Raf Dionisio of MAD Travel, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. on campus. More details will follow. Certificates will be issued to the Grade 10 students.

Tuesday, May 26 | Day 2 Culminating end-of-year activities Schedule
Half-day schedule for all grade levels
Pre-K to Grade 11 clearance processing begins/continues
Activities and Sports Awards, 10:00–11:30 a.m.
End-of-Year Class Parties 11:30-12:30
Baccalaureate and Graduation Practices begin in the afternoon
Report cards available via BASIS on Tuesday afternoon, May 26

Wednesday, May 27 | Day 1 Culminating end-of-year activities Schedule
Half-day schedule ffor all grade levels
All-School Moving Up Day Program, 10:30 a.m.- 12:00 NOON
Last day of attendance for Pre-K to Grade 11

Please note that students must complete the clearance process before receiving report cards.

Thursday, May 28
No classes | Turnover Day and Graduation Practice

Breakfast Fellowship and Send-Off at the Brent Guest House, 7:30–9:00 a.m.

EARCOS Echoing, 9:00–11:00 a.m.
Baccalaureate Service Rehearsal, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Graduation Rehearsal, 2:00–4:30 p.m.

Friday, May 29
Grade 11 students are expected to attend.

Baccalaureate Service
St. Nicholas Chapel, 8:30 a.m.

Reception follows at the Brent Dining Hall, 9:30 a.m.

Commencement Ceremony
Brent Gym, 10:30 a.m.

Attire: Sunday Best

Thank you, everyone, for your continued support as we move through these meaningful final weeks of the school year together.