STI Balayan Alumni tops NCC Test

by: Terranya Tiamson

“Education for real life”, STI’s campaign in educating students has become fruitful when one of its alumni Terranya M. Tiamson topped the programming proficiency test given by the National Computer Center (NCC) of the Philippines and was named Programming NC-IV Assessor in Batangas.

The National Computer Center is the leading agency responsible for promoting the right and strategic use of ICT in the Philippines. It has been giving the proficiency test to ICT professionals and trainers nationwide to test their competency in ICT. Last June 2009, NCC conducted the programming proficiency test at the Lyceum of Batangas to more than 40 ICT professionals and trainers from different industries and colleges from CALABARSON area. The six-hour test includes competence in creating applications using their selected programming language and in defining system analysis and design functions. From the Batangas examinees, only four passed and Terranya Tiamson, an STI College Balayan alumnus and currently one of their IT instructors topped the test with an average of 84.75 percent while the rest got an average below 80 percent. She was given a Certificate of Proficiency in Programming by the NCC which will also be the basis for granting appropriate ICT (EDP) Specialist eligibility by the Civil Service Commission.

In line with this, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Batangas recognized her as one of their assessor in programming who will assess students and trainers for the Programming National Certificate IV (NCIV).

STI Balayan Faculty trains in Singapore

by: Terranya Tiamson

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) with the support from TEMASEK Foundation, Inc. and Institute of Technical Education Services (ITEES) conducted the “Train the Trainers Program – Pedagogical Training in Instructional Design and Delivery for TVET” at the ITE Headquarters in Singapore which was attended by two of STI College Balayan IT instructors, Victoriano B. Perez III and Norman R. Caraig.

Thirty trainers all over the Philippines with National Certificate III (NCIII) for competency in Machining, Instrumentation and Animation where chosen to be the scholars for batch 1 of the said training. Scholars were chosen through written essay and interview conducted by the TESDA HQ personnel and a representative from the Industry Sector. From all the colleges and TESDA training centers nationwide and it was only from STI College Balayan that two trainers with NCIII in Animation qualified for the scholarship.

The training was composed of two stages, the first stage was held at TESDA Women’s Center, Taguig last April 12 to 30 and the second stage was held in Singapore last May 12 to June 2. The training covers the development of electronic and printed training materials and methodologies in teaching with practicum for each field of competencies stated above. “Thirty days have made a big impact in my long years of teaching and I came face to face with the turning point in education as I became part of the “Train the Trainers Program” for Animation, Machining, and Instrumentation through TESDA.”, Victor said while Norman stated that being an STI alumni turned trainer, it has been a great opportunity to enhance his capability as a trainer for TVET courses as well learn more in the field of animation.

STI Balayan certifed Faculty Members

by: Terranya Tiamson

STI College Balayan was elated by Terranya M. Tiamson, one of its alumni (Bachelor of Science in Computer Science) and currently one of its IT instructors topped the National Computer Center’s (NCC) of the Philippines Programming Proficiency test with an average of 84.75% and was accredited Programming NC-IV Assessor by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Batangas last October 2009.

The NCC conducted the programming proficiency test at the Lyceum of Batangas to more than 40 ICT professionals and trainers from different industries and colleges from CALABARSON area. The six-hour test includes competence in creating applications using their selected programming language and in defining system analysis and design functions. From the Batangas examinees, only four passed to which she topped with an average of 84.75 percent while the rest got an average below 80 percent. She was given a Certificate of Proficiency in Programming by the NCC which will also be the basis for granting appropriate ICT (EDP) Specialist eligibility by the Civil Service Commission.

Another pride for STI College Balayan are Norman R. Caraig and Victoriano Perez III, both TESDA Accredited Assessor for Animation NCIII who were chosen to be the scholars for batch 1 of “Train the Trainers Program – Pedagogical Training in Instructional Design and Delivery for TVET” at the ITE Headquarters in Singapore by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) with the support from TEMASEK Foundation, Inc. and Institute of Technical Education Services (ITEES).
Thirty trainers all over the Philippines with National Certificate III (NCIII) for competency in Machining, Instrumentation and Animation where chosen to be the scholars for batch 1 of the said training. Scholars were chosen through written essay and interview conducted by the TESDA HQ personnel and a representative from the Industry Sector. From all the colleges and TESDA training centers nationwide, it was only from STI College Balayan that two trainers with NCIII in Animation qualified for the scholarship. The training was composed of two stages, the first stage was held at TESDA Women’s Center, Taguig last April 12 to 30 and the second stage was held in Singapore last May 12 to June 2. The training covers the development of electronic and printed training materials and methodologies in teaching with practicum for each field of competencies.

Education for real life equates to education at par with the industry standards. To be able to provide the education that will bring more competent STI graduates, STI College Balayan’s instructors and trainers who would be training its students should also be competent and at par with the industry standards. This is the reason why STI College Balayan supports their faculty members in taking certification and qualification exams in line with their field of expertise. To name other STI College Balayan faculty members with certifications: Glenda G. Rivera, Bevily V. Devis and Eddie Jose Medrano (TESDA Lead Trainer) – Housekeeping, Food and Beverage Services and Commercial Cooking NCII; Ma. Carolina R. Martinez - Front Office NCII; Victoriano B. Perez III, Engr. Oliver B. Noriega, Ronaldo Casiserano (TESDA Accredited Assessor) and Engr. Jay B. Ilagan (TESDA Accredited Assessor) – Computer Hardware Servicing NCII.

STI Balayan HRS students passed NC II

by: Terranya Tiamson
Researcher: Mark Anthony Punongbayan

STI College Balayan Hospitality and Restaurant Services students passed the National Certificate II (NCII) assessment conducted last January 18 to 20 at the school’s campus by TESDA Assessors with 100% passing rate in Housekeeping and a breaking record of 1 hour and 48 minutes shortest preparation time by Marben Digno in Commercial Cooking.

In line with STI’s vision of educating students to become competent in their chosen fields and be at par with the industry standards, the HRS students who passed the NCII assessment once again proved its worth as the students proved more than competent after two years of staying at STI. The HRS students were proud to pass the NCII assessment that covers three certifications: Housekeeping, Food and Beverage Services, and Commercial Cooking. Marben Digno said it was all from their training at STI and believing that time is gold which made him finish at the shortest time in Commercial Cooking assessment with a record of 1 hour and 48 minutes.

Topping the assessment record was the 100% passing rate out of 51 students who took the assessment in Housekeeping, 98% out of 52 students in Commercial Cooking and 81% out of 54 students in Food and Beverage Services. Students who did not pass the NCII were given certificates of competency in line with the assessment that they took.

Mr. Eddie Jose Medrano, HRS Program Head and also a TESDA Certified NCII trainer stated that that the students were immense during their training and were seriously aiming to be effective and efficient cook and food servers.

The assessment was conducted by Technical Education and Skills Development Authority’s (TESDA) to assess and certify competencies and to determine whether the graduate can perform to the standards expected in the workplace based on the defined competency standards. Mr. Eddie Jose Medrano, HRS Program Head and also a TESDA Certified NCII trainer stated that that the students were immense during their training and were seriously aiming to be effective and efficient cook and food servers. TESDA assessors also commented on the students’ skills and enthusiasm while undergoing assessment.

STI College Balayan held caravan at Balayan National High School

by: Terranya Tiamson

Researcher: Mark Edward Dela Cruz

“Sense, Think and Imagine” themed the 2nd exclusive high school caravan of STI College Balayan held at the Balayan National High School covered court last March 19 and attended by their fourth year high school students.

Balayan National High School (BNHS) is the biggest national high school in Balayan catering to students not only from Balayan but also from nearby towns like Lian, Nasugbu, Tuy and Calaca. The school has been the silent partner in promoting STI to their high school students. Though the school does not vocally promote enrollment at STI, they always welcome and support the STI’s marketing team during career orientations and even provided a bulletin board where STI posters and fliers are displayed. Currently, 28.89% of students enrolled in STI were graduates of the said school to which the number has been increasing since then.

In appreciation to their support, STI Balayan chose to conduct for the second time the high school caravan at their campus which was mostly welcomed by the fourth year students. The caravan was themed “Sense (Art), Think (Business) and Imagine (Gadgets)” with corresponding topics to inspire young minds and presented by four of STI faculty members namely, Geneil J. Causapin, Renato Dela Cruz and Ronan Ira Caringal. The presentation was made more interesting by the performance of the STI Dance Troupe and Notepad Band between each topic phase. The finale was the presentation of the wireless motorcycle security system using GSM technology, a project designed by students from Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering that amazed the high school students. The event was organized by Ms. Maribini Rene Destreza, Career Adviser, Engr. Oliver Noriega, Academic Head and Mrs. Ellen Christy A. Dimaano, STI Balayan President.

The finale was the distribution of ten certificates of scholarships to selected graduating students.