Junior High School at Liceo de Davao
The Philippine K to 12 Junior High School curriculum delivers a four-year, competency-based program that builds critical thinking, values formation, and foundational career readiness through a spiral progression of core and applied subjects. At Liceo de Davao, we embrace this framework and infuse it with our signature blend of academic rigor, character development, and community engagement—preparing Grade 7 to 10 learners to thrive in Senior High, higher education, or the workforce, all within a supportive, values-driven environment.
Holistic, Competency-Based Curriculum
Liceo’s Junior High curriculum covers the Department of Education’s core subjects—English, Filipino, Mathematics, Science, Araling Panlipunan, Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao (EsP), MAPEH (Music, Arts, Physical Education, and Health), and Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE). We emphasize:
- Spiral Progression: Each grade revisits key concepts at increasing depth, reinforcing mastery in literacy, numeracy, and scientific inquiry.
- Contextualized Learning: Local culture, current events, and community projects bring lessons to life in Tagum City and beyond.
- Higher-Order Thinking: Inquiry-based tasks, research projects, and collaborative problem-solving sharpen analysis, creativity, and ethical judgment.
- Career Exposure: Exploratory TLE modules introduce skills in entrepreneurship, basic coding, and technical-vocational disciplines—guiding students toward Senior High pathways.
Classroom technology—including interactive projectors, online research portals, and skill labs—complements face-to-face instruction, ensuring learners graduate with both digital fluency and strong personal values.
Day Session: Full-Time Academic Immersion
Our Day Session offers a traditional Monday-to-Friday schedule tailored for full-day learners. Highlights include:
- Fixed Morning and Afternoon Blocks: Balanced distribution of academic and exploratory subjects.
- Advisory and Values Formation: Daily homeroom where mentors guide socio-emotional growth and study habits.
- Enrichment Clubs: Robotics, journalism, music, and arts nurture individual passions.
- Structured Sports and Wellness: Regular P.E., arnis, taekwondo, and dance sessions build teamwork and discipline.
This model is ideal for students whose families prioritize a comprehensive school experience—combining rigorous academics with rich co-curricular activities.
Modified Work and Study Program (MWSP)
Recognizing diverse learner needs, Liceo’s Modified Work and Study Program allows students with daytime responsibilities—such as family obligations or part-time jobs—to pursue Junior High in a flexible schedule:
- Weekend and Evening Classes: Subjects are organized in modular blocks from Friday evening through Sunday afternoon.
- Intensives and Blended Learning: Virtual modules supplement face-to-face sessions, enabling self-paced study and regular instructor check-ins.
- Recognition of Prior Learning: Accommodations for students who have accumulated hours in technical-vocational skills or community service, accelerating credit completion.
- Support Services: Academic coaches and peer tutors ensure no student falls behind, while group projects foster camaraderie among diverse schedules.
Formerly known as Sunday High School, MWSP demonstrates Liceo’s commitment to making quality education accessible to every motivated learner.
Agan Campus: Nurturing Foundations
Our Agan Campus, set in a peaceful Tagum neighborhood, provides a focused environment for Grades 7–10. Facilities include:
- Age-Appropriate Classrooms: Bright, low-density spaces furnished for collaborative learning and creative expression.
- STEAM Labs and Outdoor Gardens: Hands-on workshops in robotics, basic circuits, and ecological studies cultivate curiosity.
- Learning Resource Center: A dedicated junior high library stocked with age-appropriate fiction, non-fiction, and digital media.
- Safe Playgrounds and Sports Courts: Weekend tournaments in basketball, volleyball, and dance unite MWSP and Day Session learners.
At Agan Campus, students build strong academic habits and social bonds that carry them seamlessly into Briz Campus Senior High.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
To ensure that finances never stand in the way of ambition, Liceo de Davao offers:
- ESC Scholarship Program (Grade 7): 100% free tuition for incoming Grade 7 students from public schools and ALS completers.
- PEAC Certification: As a PEAC-accredited institution, we maintain transparent policies and a scholarship office dedicated to processing applications quickly.
- Family Discounts: 5% reduction on tuition and miscellaneous fees for siblings enrolling concurrently.
- Early-Bird Incentives: Full-payment discounts for families who complete enrollment requirements before the start of classes.
Prospective Junior High learners submit standard requirements—PSA birth certificate, certificate of good moral character, recent report card, and ID photos—alongside ESC credentials (if applicable) for immediate scholarship evaluation.
Beyond Academics: Leadership and Service
Junior High at Liceo de Davao isn’t confined to textbooks. Students have opportunities to:
- Lead Student Councils: Represent peers in campus governance, organize events, and foster campus spirit.
- Serve the Community: Partner with local barangays for literacy drives, environmental cleanups, and health awareness campaigns.
- Showcase Talents: Annual Talent Fests and Art Exhibits highlight performance and visual arts skills.
These experiences reinforce our mission to nurture not just minds, but hearts—instilling civic duty and a lifelong passion for learning.
Pathways to Senior High and Beyond
Graduates of Liceo’s Junior High emerge ready for the Senior High strands of their choice. Teachers and guidance counselors provide “next-step” advising, mapping subject strengths and interests to:
- Academic Tracks: ABM, HUMSS, GAS, STEM
- Technical-Vocational Livelihood Tracks: Home Economics specializations (Caregiving, Beauty/Nail Care, Wellness Massage, Hairdressing)
- College Preparedness: Portfolio development and entrance-exam coaching for competitive universities.
By blending DepEd’s K to 12 vision with Liceo’s ethos of values formation and community engagement, our Junior High School stands as a launchpad for future leaders, scholars, and changemakers—one flexible schedule at a time.