August 29 to September 6, 2014,

PSHS Main Campus in Diliman, Quezon

City ̶ The PSHS celebrated its 50th

anniversary through exhibits, programs and

activities that convened scholars, personnel

and alumni through the years.

Starting with the launching of Google

Apps program for K-12 schools, and the

opening of the Alumni Art Exhibit that

showcased the works of PSHS alumni and

scholars on Aug 29, the blessing of the

newly-rehabili tated Multi -purpose

Gymnasium came next on Sep 1, followed

by a 4-day school fair.

On Sep 4, the system-wide talent

contest entitled “Talentadong Pisay” was

c o n d u c t e d w h e r e P S H S -

SOCCSKSARGEN Region Campus was

hailed as Grand Champion. The day after,

through an awarding ceremony, the

contributions of past and present leaders

and long-time serving employees of PSHS

were recognized. A Variety Show of

scholars and personnel, and Employees’

Reunion happened in the afternoon.

The celebration capped off on the 6th

with the Alumni Homecoming and Job

expo. (afs)

DR. LARRY L. CABATIC: A Man with Big Dreams

He is a man

with big dreams.

He is futuristic

and optimistic.

He leads by

example.

A people-

oriented person,

his mind and

heart is always

after the welfare

of other people,

especially those entrusted under his care

and stewardship.

The above are just but a few adjectives

that describe the new Executive Director

of the Philippine Science High School

System (PSHSS) in the person of Dr.

Larry L. Cabatic, who took his office in

September 1, 2014 .

Prior to his promotion, Sir Larry, as

everyone calls him, was the campus

director of Ilocos Region Campus (IRC)

for more than 10 years. A good and

effective administrator and a systems

analyst he turned IRC into a model campus

in terms of infrastructure planning and

development, supervision, management

and administration. Also, a registered

Civil Engineer, he heads the Sub-

Committee on Infrastructure for the whole

PSHSS.

Born of peasant parents with seven

children, Sir Larry hailed from Narvacan,

Ilocos Sur. He took his Bachelor of

Science in Civil Engineering Course at the

University of Northern Philippines in

Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. He finished his

Master in Development Administration

Pisay A BI-MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE PHILIPPINE SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL SYSTEM

PSHS Celebrates Golden Year

One Goal. One Mind. One Direction.

September-October 2014 Maiden Issue

Vol. I No.1

Secretary Mario G. Montejo of the

Department of Science and Technology

(DOST) officiated the Oath Taking

Ceremony for the eight new Directors of

Philippine Science High School (PSHS)

System.

Heading the oath takers is PSHS

System's new Executive Director, Dr.

Larry L. Cabatic.

Dr. Rod Allan A. De Lara took the

seat as Deputy Executive Director.

Recently installed campus directors

who also took their oaths were Engr.

Lorvi B. Pagorogon of the Central

Mindanao Campus and Director Ruwina

S. Gonzaga, the 1st Campus Director of

the newly-established PSHS-Caraga in

Butuan City.

Earlier this year, Director Delia C.

Legaspino and Dr. Salvador B. Romo of

Southern Mindanao Campus and Cagayan

Valley Campus, respectively, were

appointed as Campus Directors.

Las t ye a r , Dr. Chuc hi P .

Garganera was named the 1st Campus

Director of the newly-established PSHS-

SOCCSKSARGEN Region Campus in

B a r a n g a y P a r a i s o , K o r o n a d a l

City. While, Dr. Warren D. Cordeta was

appointed as the new Campus Director of

PSHS Central Visayas Campus in Argao,

Cebu.

Management at the Don Mariano Marcos

Memorial State University in San

Fernando City, La Union where he was

consistent academic scholar and received

the highest GPA award, respectively.

Perceivably a late bloomer, Sir Larry is

never ashamed to share that during his

elementary up to college years, he had

never received any honors nor awards. turn to page 3

September-October 2014 Vol. I No.1 2 Pisay

Message from the Executive Director

Dear Team PISAY,

We are so happy to share with

you the Maiden Issue of our bi-monthly newsletter.

In this issue, you will find articles about the history of the

PSHS System and its mission; news updates across the regional

campuses, and different activities.

Our main objective is to strengthen our information

campaign so as to reach as many audience as we can and make

them aware of the existence of

the PSHS System and make our target clientele avail of our

services. This is another significant part

of our journey together as we join hands and work as one team with

ONE GOAL, ONE MIND, ONE

DIRECTION - in accomplishing our mandate.

Indeed, personally, I am so excited as I look forward to a

fruitful and productive team

PISAY. With God before us, and His

strength in us, we can accomplish more than what is expected from

us for the benefit of our scholars

and ultimately, of our country.

God bless us all!

LARRY L. CABATIC, Ph.D

The Philippine Science High School (PSHS) System

through the years…………….. As the Philippine Science High School (PSHS) System celebrates its golden year anniversary in 2014, it is but appropriate to look back how it came to be and how it has become for what it is now. The PSHS System is an attached agency of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). It is headed by the Board of Trustees (BOT) chaired by the DOST Secretary. The BOT is the highest policy making body of the PSHS System. Serving as the implementing arm of the BOT is the Executive Committee (ExeCom) chaired by the PSHS System Executive Director. Composing the ExeCom are the different Campus Directors nationwide. Republic Act (RA) 3661 established the Philippine Science High School (PSHS) and mandates it to offer on a free scholarship basis as a secondary course with emphasis on subjects pertaining to science, with the end in view of preparing its students for careers in science and technology.

The first PSHS campus was established in 1964 in Diliman, Quezon City. Filipino mathematician, Dr. Leopoldo V. Torralballa, had a vision of establishing a science high school that will harness the potentials of gifted Filipino youth in Science and Mathematics. PSHS was inspired by the Bronx High School of Science in New York City, where Dr. Torralballa was a Professor in Mathematics during that time.

Above photo: The old PSHS lot along Elliptical Road, Quezon City before transferring to its permanent site in Agham Road in 1972 (photo courtesy of www.mc.pshs.edu.ph).

Fifty (50) years later, it has expanded into a System with 13 campuses operating nationwide.

The Southern Mindanao and Western Visayas Campuses started operating in 1988 and 1993 respectively, followed by the Eastern Visayas Campus in 1994.

MAIN CAMPUS (MC) SOUTHERN MINDANO CAMPUS (SMC)

WESTERN VISAYAS CAMPUS (WVC) EASTERN VISAYAS CAMPUS (EVC)

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3 Pisay This increase in the number of campuses necessitated the harmonization of policies and curriculum to ensure that uniform standards are maintained in all campuses. Thus, the PSHS System was created by RA 8496 in 1998 when three other campuses were established in the regions of Cagayan Valley, Bicol and Central Mindanao.

CAGAYAN VALLEY CAMPUS (CVC)

BICOL REGION CAMPUS (BRC)

CENTRAL MINDANAO CAMPUS (CMC)

In 2003, a campus in Ilocos Region opened in response to one of the provisions in RA 9036, An Act Strengthening the Governance and Defining the Scope of the PSHS System, Amending for the Purpose RA 8496. Three years later, in 2006, another campus in Central Visayas Region opened.

ILOCOS REGION CAMPUS (IRC) CENTRAL VISAYAS CAMPUS (CVisC)

In 2009, two more campuses joined the PSHS System: the Cordillera Administrative Region Campus and Central Luzon Campus.

CENTRAL LUZON CAMPUS (CLC)

SOCCSKSARGEN REGION CAMPUS (SRC)

In 2013, the 12th campus, PSHS SOCCSKSARGEN Region Campus started its operation. A year after, in 2014, the 13th campus, PSHS-CARAGA campus opened.

CORDILLERA ADMINISTRATIVE REGION CAMPUS (CARC)

DR. LARRY From page 1

He also loves to testify how the Lord

had raised him up from being a peasant

boy to where he is now. He is equally

amazed of the wisdom and knowledge

that he has gained from his life’s

experiences and those of others. All

these, he said are from the Lord and he

gives all the glory to Him.

Before his entry to the PSHS System,

Sir Larry started his career as Labor

Inspector of the Department of Labor &

Employment, Regional Office No. I in

San Fernando City, La Union in 1988.

His work dedication and commitment

ushered him to rise from the ranks till he

finally became Chief Labor and

Employment Officer in 2003 until his

transfer/promotion to PSHS System in

2004.

Contributory also to his success is the

undaunted support of his family whom

he describes as closely-knitted. Special

mention of course, is the love of his life,

his beloved wife, Elvira Zamoranos

Cabatic, whom he considers his best

friend, his prayer warrior-counselor and

business partner. Elvie is the regional

accountant of DOLE-ROI. They are

blessed with two children, Hannah

Lorraine who is already in 2nd year

college taking up BS in Business

Administration and Dan Lawrence, a

freshman taking up BS in Civil

Engineering, who is obviously following

in his father’s footsteps.

Serving now as the new Executive

Director of PSHS System, Sir Larry is

looking forward to a brighter future for

the country with professional leaders in

Science and Technology who had their

secondary education at the PSHS. Under

the acronym PSHS, he envisions the

Office of the Executive Director to

spearhead the Productive utilization of

resources, to render excellent Service

through globally competitive curriculum,

to strengthen Human resource

development and to Strengthen linkage

and network.

With Sir Larry at the helm of the

PSHS System, no doubt about it, an

improved and a more dynamic System is

foreseen. (mro)

September-October 2014 Vol. I No.1

“PISAY” is a popular name used to refer to Philippine Science High School (PSHS). It’s shorter by number of syllables, and as casually as it sounds, is often used during informal communications. This name speaks for this bi-monthly publication that delivers brief and concise information, simple but informative to connect to readers who are presumed to be coming from all walks of life.

PISAY, as an acronym, stands for Patriotism, Integrity, Service, Academic Excellence and Youth Leadership ̶ the

values upheld by every constituent of the PSHS System. It is a one word that represents the PSHS System as a whole– a

community of 13 campuses with one goal, one mind and one direction.

Why Pisay ?

4 Pisay

PSHS National Competitive Examination (PSHS-NCE) conducted The Philippine Science High School

(PSHS) System conducted the National

Competitive Examination (NCE) last

October 4, 2014 in 105 testing centers

around the country. A total of 23,553

applicants were registered.

The PSHS-NCE is a one-time screening

to select pupils to qualify for PSHS

scholarship.

Result of this year’s NCE is expected to

be released by the end of this year. (afs)

The Philippine Science High School System hosted the Gone Google Program for K-12 Schools. Photo above (courtesy of DOST-STII) was taken during the acceptance of the 180 units of tablet computers donated by Google Philippines. (From left to right): Mr. Jerome Locson, Program Manager of Google for Education, Dir. Virginia P. Andres, Campus Director of PSHS Main Campus, Dr. Rod Allan A. De Lara, PSHS System Deputy Executive Director, Mr. Samuel Cheung of Google Asia Pacific, Ms. Gail Tan, Head of Communication & Public Affairs of Google Philippines, Mr. Hector Guballa, representative of PSHS Foundation and Mr. Jojo Romarx Salas, representative of PSHS Alumni Batch 1989.

Above photo: Four laptop computers were set for guests to explore the different features of Google Apps. (afs)

PSHS scholars recognized in Moscow, Russia

The said research project of PSHS

Main Campus scholars namely Adrielle

Theresa Cusi, John Christian

Nacpil and Lizbeth Joy, was among the

three out of 23 projects under the

Biotechnology, Health and Medicine

cluster that were named “Most Creative

and Innovative.”

Of the 120 project entries from 25

participating countries, six projects were

awarded.

The different projects were clustered

in to f ive ca t ego r i e s na me l y,

Biotechnology, Health and Medicine;

Energetics; Engineering and Robotics;

I n fo r ma t i o n , T e c h n o l o g y a n d

Telecommunications; and Sustainability

and Environmental Science.

The event was hosted by Moscow

Chemical Lyceum in collaboration with

the Lift to the Future organization and the

People’s Friendship University of Russia.

(afs)

PSHS scholars in the 10th International Students Science Fair (ISSF) held last August 8-12, 2014 at Moscow, Russia.

The PSHS System Board of Trustees

presided by DOST Undersecretary

Fortunato dela Pena, representative of Sec

Mario Montejo to the Board, in a quorum

during its October 7, 2014 regular

meeting has approved the Merit Selection

Plan (MSP) for PSHS teachers.

Main Campus Director Virginia

Andres, Member of the Sub-Committee

on Faculty Promotions together with

Cordillera Campus Director Conrado

Rotor presented to the Board the proposed

MSP which aims to establish a system

that is characterized by strict observance

of the merit, fitness and equality

principles in the selection of candidates

for appointment for teaching positions;

create equal opportunities for

employment to all qualified Filipino men

and women to enter government service

and for career advancement of all

deserving employees in the PSHS

System and; to provide an objective

basis for the speedy and just adjudication

of protests on appointments and

promotions in the PSHS system.

The MSP shall be the basis for

expeditious approval of appointments for

teaching positions within the PSHS

System.

The BOT approved MSP shall be

endorsed to the Civil Service

Commission for final approval. (mro)

BOT Approves Merit Selection Plan for PSHS Teachers

DOST Undersecretary Fortunato dela

Pena opened the 5-day Training on

Administration of Survey and Focal

Group Discussion with Qualitative Data

Analysis on October 7, 2014 at the PSHS

Main Campus, Agham Road, Diliman,

Quezon City.

He welcomed the almost 30

participants who came from the different

regional campuses of PSHS, attached

agencies, PCARRD, PAGASA, NRCP,

PCIEERD, ITD, IRDC and others.

The objective of the training is to

enhance capability building for action

research as an instrument for improving

operations through informed decision-

making. Prof. Roselle Collado from

the Institute of Statistics, UPLB served

as the resource speaker.

The Research Policy and Academic

Division under the Office of the

Executive Director – PSHS System

facilitated the training in cooperation

with the Philippine Statistical Research

and Training Institute. (mro)

USEC Fortunato dela Pena welcomes training participants

September-October 2014 Vol. I No.1

PSHS’ research entry

entitled “Development of a Leap Motion

Controller-Based Program for Finger

Rang-of-Motion Measurement” was

named as one of the “Most Creative and

Innovative” projects during the

10th International Students Science Fair

(ISSF) held last August 8-12, 2014 at

Moscow, Russia.