Marist School (Marikina)
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| Marist School - Marikina | |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| 50 Champagnat St., Marikina Heights Marikina City Philippines |
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| Information | |
| Affiliation(s) | PAASCU |
| Founder | Saint Marcellin Champagnat |
| President | Bro. Paterno Corpus, FMS |
| Principal | Mr. Camilo O. Fernandez (IBEd Principal) |
| Gender | Boys |
| Type | Private Catholic School |
| Grades | Prepartory - Senior HS |
| Motto | Ad Jesvm per Marion (All to Jesus through Mary) |
| Color(s) | Navy Blue and Gold |
| Newspaper | Blue and Gold, Marist Pulse |
| Established | 1964 |
| Homepage | [http://www.maristschool.edu.ph/ |
Marist School ( Tagalog: Paaralang Marist)is an integrated school for boys. It is a private Catholic school located in the city of Marikina, Metro Manila, Philippines. Established by the Marist Brothers- FMS(Fratres Maristae a Scolis), a group founded by the french Saint Marcellin Champagnat in the early '70s.
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[edit] Founder
Marist Brother's School was founded by its patron saint - Marcellin Champagnat
[edit] History
On June 21,1948, four Marist Brothers from the United States arrived in the Philippines upon the invitation of Bishop Gerard Mongeau, OMI, DD to work in the schools in the Diocese of Cotabato where the Oblate Fathers have their missions. These four Brothers, headed by Bro. Maurus James Doherty, FMS took over the supervision of Notre Dame of Cotabato Boys' Department (1948). This was soon followed by Notre Dame of Marbel (1950), Notre Dame of Lagao (1952), Notre Dame of Dadiangas (1953), Notre Dame of Kidapawan (1954) and Notre Dame of Jolo (1959). Formation houses were also established as a result of the growing number of vocations joining the Brothers.
Fourteen years later, in 1962, the Brothers thought of establishing a scholasticate in Manila area in order for the young Brothers to avail of the resources of the neighboring schools and universities. It was providential that Bro. Damian Joseph Teston, FMS, who was then District Superior for Philippines at that time, received an offer from the Tuazon family to buy a piece of property at the foot of the Sierra Madre Mountain bordering Marikina, San Mateo and Antipolo, Rizal. The 13 hectare-property where Marist School is presently located was acquired at a give-away price on condition that a school be established to serve the growing community.
On August 3, 1964, Marist School, with a five-classroom building and ready for occupancy, opened its doors to 150 elementary pupils enrolled in Prep, Grades 1, 2, 3, and 4. Bro. Bernard J. Curtin, FMS was assigned the first school director and master of scholastics. The scholastics were professed Brothers who were undergoing post novitiate training in preparation for the teaching apostolate. The school provided the opportunity for the young Brothers to teach Religion and supervise pupils' activities.
The first elementary graduation took place on April 21, 1968 wherein 35 Grade 7 and 41 Grade 6 boys received their diplomas. Fr. Horacio de la Costa, SJ , the former Jesuit Superior in the Philippines, was the guest speaker. It was on the same occasion that 5 Marist Brothers completed their Liberal Arts courses that entitled them to join the active ranks of working Brothers in the schools.
Mrs. Consolacion Mallonga was the first lay principal of the Grade School who took over from Bro. Alfred George, FMS in 1970.
The elementary graduates continued to the high school level. However, it was only in 1971 that the high school building was constructed to accommodate the growing number of students. The gymnasium was built in the same year to enhance their integral formation.
In April 1972, the first batch of high school students graduated under the principalship of Bro. Eugene Pius Tajo, FMS. The early years of the 70's was known as the "First Quarter Storm" characterized by student unrest and activism. In September 1972, Martial Law was declared.
Bro. Crispin Betita, FMS took the helm of Marist School in 1974 as its first president. With the help of the parents and personnel, he put up the oval, swimming pool and the concrete parking lot. The school competed in different sports leagues and joined cultural presentations. He, too, started the preparation for PAASCU accreditation of the High School and Grade School Departments. The outreach programs were also started.
After 9 years as principal and president, Bro. Crispinwas succeeded by Bro. Paul Meuten, FMS, who continued the PAASCU work for the High School and earned accreditation in 1982. He was responsible in introducing computers in the curriculum and in the offices. It was during his incumbency that the Grade School science laboratory and the field house were built. Miss Christine T. Stokes was appointed the first lay person to be the High School Principal.
Bro. Paul stayed for three and a half years and was succeeded by Bro. Jesus T. Agbuya, FMS in 1986. His contribution to Marist was the re-accreditation of the High School and the formal accreditation of the Grade School in 1987. It was during his term that the high school science laboratory was constructed. Bro. Manuel V. de Leon, FMS, took over in 1988. He initiated the walling of the campus through the help of the PTA; put up the stage of the high school gym; facilitated the construction of the high school and faculty canteen, the completion of the computer and electronics laboratories, drafting room, renovation of the guidance center, construction of the tennis court, renovation of the high school Technology and Home Economics Room, construction of the high school annex and FAWEM building. It was also during his term that the grade school and high school were given re-accreditation by PAASCU.
It was in 1991 that Marist School was given national recognition when its President was made a recipient of a prestigious award, The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) of the Philippines, for his contribution in the field of education. Bro. Manuel, besides being president of Marist School , is an active officer of the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines and a member of the Marist International Education Commission based in Rome, Italy.
In response to the demand of the Mission Statement, Marist School opened a special program for the poor by allowing young boys and girls to study in high school by attending classes in the late afternoon shift. The education of these students is subsidized by the income of the school supplemented by the contributions of generous sponsors such as the alumni and other civic minded individuals and organizations. During summer vacation, the school offers an "Operation Headstart" wherein slow learners and public school pupils are given remedial instructions in basic learning skills.
Another innovation introduced in the school system was the adoption of the Integrated Basic Education (IBED) in 1998-1999, headed by a school principal and five (5) cluster assistant principals.
[edit] Accreditation
Marist School is accredited by PAASCU every five years. Currently Marist has a level II accreditation from PAASCU
[edit] Marist School Athletic League
Marist School Athletic League or MSAL is an annual and year-round sport competition. All classes of the same level compete in events such as Volleyball, Basketball, Chess, Table Tennis, and the like. Classes or sections order their own uniforms bearing their class name (Ex: Luna, Acacia, Tirad Pass, St Peter, St. Benedict, St. Timothy, Saint Julian Eymard) and their student number at the back.
[edit] Physical Education
Marist School is the only school in Marikina City which has a swimming pool, 2 tennis courts, a track and field oval, a baseball field and 4 basketball courts.
[edit] Flag Pole
Marist School's Flag pole was always displaced. It was removed from the guard's house area in 1998 to pave the way for the construction of the Church of the Our Lady of Magnificat. Then, it was restored in 2004 installing it on the rotunda area beside the old Business Office building. But was currently displaced again so as to give the bronze statue of Saint Marcellin Champagnat a rightful place. As of today it is located in the north west part of the parking area where an empty space used to be at the north west corner of the parking lot.
[edit] Architectures
Kiosks are scattered throughout the campus and a little amphitheatre, in the fashion of the Banaue Rice Terraces, was built beside the High School Faculty Building.
[edit] Our Lady of the Magnificat
The Church is serving masses every Sunday for the faithful community of Marikina Heights. Students are often asked to do the reading and the offertory. Students are the sponsors once in a month until the school year ends the order follows from fourth year high school in june to grade 1 in march.
[edit] The Corpus Administration
assumed office: 2006 - Present
| # | Name | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bro. Paterno Corpus, FMS | Brother President |
| 2 | Mr. Camilo Fernandez | IBED Principal |
| 3 | Ella Luces | Cluster 1 Asst. Principal |
| 4 | Julio Melad | Cluster 2 Asst. Principal |
| 5 | Lucresia Tabayoyong | Cluster 3 Asst. Principal |
| 6 | Chona Manalili | Cluster 4 Asst. Principal |
| 7 | Benjamin Balatbat | Cluster 5 Asst. Principal |
[edit] Past Administrators
[edit] Directors
| # | Name | Term |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bro. Bernard Curtin, FMS | 1964-1970 |
| 2 | Bro. Eugene Pius Tajo, FMS | 1970-1973 |
| 3 | Bro. Herbert Daniel Dumont, FMS | 1973-1975 |
| 4 | Defunct (Currently called President) |
1975-Present |
[edit] Presidents
| # | Name | Nominal Address | Term in office |
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| 1 | Bro. Crispin Betita, FMS | Brother Crispin | 1975-1982 |
| 2 | Bro. Paul J. Meuten, FMS | Brother Paul | 1982-1986 |
| 3 | Bro. Jesus Agbuya, FMS | Brother Jesus | 1986-1988 |
| 4 | Bro. Manuel De Leon, FMS | Brother Manny | 1988-2003 |
| 5 | Bro. Teodulo Fernandez, FMS | Brother Ted | 2003 -2006 |
| 6 | Bro. Paterno Corpus, FMS | Brother Pat | 2006 - present |
[edit] Notable Alumnus
- Alwyn Uytingco - ABSCBN Talent
- Anton Dela Paz - GMA-Starstruck Talent
- Marion Andres - Marikina Vice Mayor
- Del R. De Guzman - Representative for the 2nd District of Marikina
- Jeffrey Hidalgo - Singer/Actor
- Thaddeus "Boy Bolok" Santos - Marikina Councilor (1st District)
- Donn Favis - Marikina Councilor (2nd District)
- Cesar Purisima - Former Secretary, Department of Finance, Hyatt 10
- Lt. Lawrence San Juan - Member, Magdalo Group
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