College of Innovative Teacher Education

Higher School ng UMak

A University of Makati Laboratory School

Welcome to Higher School ng UMak

Congratulations to all the learners of the Higher School ng UMak (HSU), the cream of the crop among the Senior High School aspirants! As the youngest member of the University of Makati, you are unique and exceptional. Welcome to the home of the Great Brave Heron!

HSU is a place where learning is best achieved by effective application and display of academic competencies and core values acquired inside and outside its classroom. HSU anchors its philosophy from the former President Tomas B. Lopez’ (TBL) viewpoint – “relevant and responsive education for the children of the underprivileged citizen of Makati”. HSU as a Senior High School (SHS) program being implemented in a university promotes Outcomes-Based Education (OBE) approach by the University of Makati, and supports the K to12 Education System by the Department of Education.

As a background, HSU is one of the educational innovations and legacies of the late TBL who believes in the merit and contribution of the program as a shot in the arm to improve the quality of basic education. The K-12 Senior High School Modelling Program (SHSMP) was implemented at the University of Makati through a Memorandum of Agreement with the three key players: The City Government of Makati through the University of Makati (UMak), the Department of Education (DepEd), and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). Thus, the University of Makati was one of the original schools identified by the DepEd to model the K to 12 Education Curriculum for Senior High School.

HSU provides a wide range of academic programs that incorporate the development of competencies and character through a series of well-established and innovative teaching strategies and learner support system. Beyond the academic programs, the establishment of student organizations accredited by the university were designed to form activities that will promote and enhance both hard skills and soft skills of the learners.

In your academic journey as senior high, my advice to you is this: take into consideration 5Gs: Grit, Giftedness, Gratitude, Genuineness and God-fearing for a fulfilling learning experience at HSU. Study hard, recognize your talent, be grateful, be honest and acknowledge God in everything. Take 3D in learning: Delight, Desire and Discipline in every learning activities. I will look forward to see you uplift and make a positive impact on your family, nation, and the world.

Happy Ser൫ing U!

Vision

In partnership with parents, the community and other stakeholders, we shall provide learners access to quality 21st century education and life-long skills through pioneering senior high school teaching in an atmosphere of structured, collective, and holistic learning experience.

Mission

We envision our students who are competently prepared for higher education and world of work, culturally rooted, civic minded, and imbued with core values such as Maka-Diyos, Maka-Bayan, Maka-Tao, at Maka-Kalikasan.

Core Values

Makadiyos – Expresses one’s spiritual beliefs while respecting the spiritual beliefs of others / Shows adherence to ethical principles by upholding truth.
Makatao – Sensitive to individual, social, and cultural differences / Demonstrates contributions towards solidarity.
Makakalikasan – Cares for the environment and utilizes resources wisely, judiciously, and economically.
Makabansa – Demonstrates pride of being a Filipino, exercises the rights and responsibilities of a Filipino citizen. Demonstrates appropriate behavior in carrying out activities in the school, community, and country.

Track Offerings

Academic Track

Accountancy, Business, and Management Strand
GENERAL ABM, Tourism
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Strand
GENERAL STEM, Health Care Program, Data Analytics
Humanities and Social Science Strand
GENERAL HUMSS, Teacher Preparation Program Cluster

Technical, Vocational, Livelihood Track

Automotive Servicing
Drafting Technology
Computer Programming
Computer Systems Servicing
Hotel and Restaurant Servicing

Arts and Design Track

Music
Film Production
Theater Arts Production
Visual Arts and Multimedia Arts

Sports Track

Sports Coaching
Sports Officiating

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Student College Organization

Higher School ng UMak-Supreme Student Government

With the power that comes from HSU students, we will continue to stand up to achieve our vision, academic excellence, representation of student interests, and safe and inclusive education. Never tire of doing the mission of affirming unity and cooperation within the school, promoting the welfare of every student, and intensifying the moral values of a Heron.

E-mail: hsussg@umak.edu.ph
Facebook: Higher School ng UMak-Supreme Student Government
Instagram: @hsu.ssg2021
Twitter: @UMakHSU_SSG

Government Aspiring Business Masters Society – Higher School ng UMak

With the start of a new academic year, comes with a new organization that swore to serve the Aspirants. And so, we, the Aspiring Business Masters Society, have prepared a pristine and creative layout!

Facebook: The Aspiring Business Masters Society ABM Soc.

The Language Consortium-HSU

E-mail: tlc.hsu@umak.edu.ph
Facebook: The Language Consortium

STEM Society-Higher School ng UMak

We are proud to present the new emblem of STEM SOCIETY which will serve as the new face of this organization.

E-mail: stem.society@umak.edu.ph
Facebook: STEM Society-Higher School ng UMak

Nervecentour – Higher School ng UMak

On behalf of Nervecentour, it is my pleasure to welcome you aboard flight 1972 with service to the University of Makati. As the new Academic Year start comes the newly elected officers who pledged to give you great service to write smiles on your faces!

E-mail: nervecentourhsu@gmail.com
Facebook: Nervecentour – Higher School ng UMak

Sports Society

E-mail: sptsoc.umak.hsu@gmail.com
Facebook: Sports Society

Siklab HSU

E-mail: siklab.hsumak@gmail.com
Facebook: Siklab HSU

League of Humanities HSU

The League of Humanities is The Official Student Governing Body of The Humanities and Social Science Strand.

E-mail: hsu_leagueofhumanities@umak.edu.ph, humss.umak.hsu@gmail.com
Facebook: League of Humanities

Information and Communication Technology Society – Higher School ng UMak

This is the Official Facebook Page of the Information and Communications Technology Society (ICTSOC)

E-mail: ictsoc@umak.edu.ph
Facebook: Information and Communications Technology Society – Higher School ng UMak

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