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APSA offers Standards-Based Assessment (SBA) from Preschool to Senior High School

The Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 stating that the “State shall create a functional basic education system that will develop productive and responsible citizens equipped with essential competencies, skills and values for both life-long learning and employment”, strengthens the Department of Education’s serious resolve to improve the quality of basic education in our country.

The Asian Psychological Services and Assessment, a leading organization in test development in the country is one with DepEd’s mission in giving students equal opportunity to receive quality education that is at par with international standards and in providing students better career opportunities and preparation for college education in a globally competitive world.

Faith Christian School successfully implements Standards- Based Assessment

The Asian Psychological Services and Assessment (APSA) congratulates Faith Christian School on its 37th Founding Anniversary.

For many years, Faith Christian School (FCS) has continuously raised the bar of excellence in assessing student achievement through the use of excellent and focused assessment technologies. A premier Christian school that provides Christ-centered environment of academic excellence, FCS has partnered with APSA in evaluating student achievement through its Standards-Based Assessment (SBA). The SBA measures proficiency of students based on the required standards for specific grade levels. FCS students from Preschool to Grades 12 are able to take the online SBA using the state-of the-art technology.

Past Events

Ateneo de Naga University utilizes APSA's SBA

Ateneo de Naga University (ADNU), a premier university in the country, upholds its commitment to provide quality education thru the implementation of the Standards-Based program in assessing student achievement.

La Salle College Antipolo utilizes APSA's Standards-Based Assessment

Last September 7, 8, and 9, La Salle College Antipolo (LSCA) was able to successfully conduct their pretest for 2021 to measure their current student performance using the Standards-Based Assessment, in partnership with the Asian Psychological Services and Assessment, Inc. (APSA).

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APSA recognizes United International Private School of Dubai

The Asian Psychological Services and Assessment (APSA) recognizes United International Private School (UIPS) of Dubai for subscribing to the APSA’s Standards- Based Assessment for three years now, and for implementing a Standards- Based Assessment Program to attain the highest level of excellence in student achievement.

Newsletter Vol. XXII Issue 1

APSA Welcomes 2017 with a Blast

Standards-Based Assessment for Senior High School

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United International Private School of Dubai partners with Apsa

True to its mission of providing quality education, the United International Private School of Dubai has taken a big step in improving student achievement by partnering with Asian Psychological Services and Assessment (APSA).

A Time to Step-up: Math Teachers towards a Level of Excellence

The 10th Annual Math Circle of the Philippines Convention was successfully held last November 11-12, 2015 at the Hotel Jen, Manila, with the theme, “Towards Excellence: Strengthening Teachers’ Skills and Capabilities in Mathematics”. Various participants across the country gathered to work proactively on the improvement and advancement of their and knowledge and skills in Math. Speakers from reputable institutions, namely, Dr. Ian June Garces of Ateneo de Manila University and Dr. Levi Elipane of De La Salle University, graced the event as they shared their expertise in Approaches in Problem Solving in Math, and Empowering Teachers through Lesson Study, respectively, leaving valuable insights and further learning for the participants.

School Counselors as Leaders: The 15th Annual School Counselors’ Circle Convention

The 15th Annual School Counselors’ Circle Convention was successfully held last December 1-2, 2015 at the Hotel Jen in Pasay City. With the theme, “Making a Difference in Schools: Impact of Effective School Counselor Leadership”, the convention aimed to help school counselors become more efficient leaders in the academe. Dr. Carol Dahir, EdD, Professor and Chair of the School Counseling Department at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), as keynote speaker, shared the latest developments and brought fresh challenges to the participants on the topic.

Dr. Rose Salazar-Clemeña named as APSA’s new President

The Asian Psychological Services and Assessment (APSA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Rose Marie Salazar- Clemeña as its new President effective July 1, 2015. Dr. Clemeña, one of the founders and a long-time member of the Board of Directors of the organization, has taken the helm of the organization vice the late Dr. Leticia Asuzano, who passed away last May 24.

School Counselors Circle 2014: Going Beyond Borders

With the ASEAN 2015 framework in the process of being implemented, it becomes more apparent that the demand for competency and standards in the practice of the school counseling profession will be more heightened.

MATH CIRCLE 2014: Rising to the Challenge

The Math Circle of the Philippines will hold this year’s annual convention on Nov 12 – 13 at the Century Park Hotel, Manila. The convention will aim to equip mathematics teachers with the needed tools for the challenging demands of the 21st century learners through the different sessions to be led by the respectable Mathematics professors and practitioners.

More teachers become Global Mathematics certified

APSA is passionately continuing to fulfill its solid mission of delivering quality assessment and competence- development programs for its stakeholders. APSA strongly encourages its members to take the Global Mathematics Certification for their teachers to be certified proficient in Mathematics.

Be a member of the Principals’ Guild: Join the Principals’ Institute

As a commitment to education, APSA continues to deliver quality assessment and competence development programs for the academe with the launching of the Principals’ Institute in 2009.

In partnership with De La Salle University- College of Education, and California State University, the Principals’ Institute is a 2-year educational program consisting of 3 phases designed to help principals or senior teachers who have the potential for leadership and higher responsibility enrich their leadership and management skills, improve instruction through effective supervision, foster curriculum collaboration among faculty, and utilize time and resources effectively to maximize student achievement. Read more

CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS YEAR’S SUKEN PASSERS!

A total of 208 out of 408 examinees (51%) are now Global Mathematics certified as they passed this year’s Suken test held last March 2, 2013 (Please click for the list of Suken Passers)

Topnotchers in the SBA for Mathematics for SY 2011-2012 Awarded

Every year, APSA recognizes students who are able to get the highest mean scaled ability score in Math. This year, a total of 57 students out of 92,279 (.06%) students who took the Standards-Based Assessment (SBA) for Math last SY 2011-2012 obtained the highest mean scaled ability score in Math. Read more

Five Leaders, One Vision

Five leaders share one vision- “to enable their schools to reach the apex of excellence through effective leadership and supervision”. Read more

APSA partners with DLSU College of Educational Leadership and Management

The Asian Psychological Services and Assessment (APSA) has partnered with De La Salle University (DLSU) College of Educational Leadership and Management thru APSA’s educational program for principals, the Principals’ Institute. Read more

Dr. Gagnon of UC Berkeley holds Workshop on Using Visual Models in Learning Math.

The Asian Psychological Services and Assessment (APSA) in partnership with the Catholic Educational system of the Diocese of Iba (CESDI)headed by Fr. Daniel O. Presto and Columban College President Msgr. Crisostomo Cacho organized a seminar-workshop on Learning Mathematics Using Visual Models last May 29, 2012 at the Columban Hotel in Subic, Zambales. Read more

The Thriving Principals’ Institute Pushes for another Successful Phase This May

After the success of the third phase of last year’s Principals’ Institute held last April 12 to 23 at the California State University, the first phase of this year’s Principal’s Institute is scheduled from May 13 to 26. Read more

Dr. Nobuyaso Katayama Convenes With Local Science Educators Speaks On Biology Education in Japan

In its dedication to uplifting the standards of education in the country, now, looking specifically on Science education, APSA organized an intimate gathering of Science educators last February 3, 2012 at the Angelo King International Conference Center, Malate, Manila . read more

Increased Number of Certified Teachers For the Global Mathematics Certification

A total of 179 out of 220 teachers or 81.4% are deemed passing examinees of the Global Mathematics Test conducted last November 19, 2011. They successfully hurdled the task on hand thus achieving the Global Mathematics Certification Read more…

Dr. Carol Dahir Stresses “Putting Standards into Practice”

Truly, it has been a long way since its inception. The School Counselors’ Circle of the Philippines (formerly the Guidance Counselors’ Circle) held its 11th Annual Convention last December 8 to 10, 2011 at the Traders Hotel, Roxas Blvd., Pasay City. read more

An Enriching 5th Annual Convention For the Math Circle of the Philippines

Last November 17-18, 2011 marked the 5th Annual Convention of the Math Circle of the Philippines held at the CSB Hotel International Conference Center in Malate, Manila. read more

Principals Fly High to the US

The 3rd phase of the Principals’ Institute was successfully held last April12-23, 2011 at the California State University. Read more…

2nd Phase of the Principals’ Institute: A Success

A program designed to update principals with the latest trends in curriculum design, classroom management and supervision, the 2nd phase of the Principals’ Institute commenced last May 3, 2010. Read more...

An Enriching 5th Annual Convention for the Math Circle of the Philippines

Last November 17-18, 2011 marked the 5th Annual Convention of the Math Circle of the Philippines held at the CSB Hotel International Conference Center in Malate, Manila. Read more…

Suken Passers Awarded

APSA’s decision to tie-up with the Mathematics Certification Institute of Japan is part of its- global vision-to have a high-standard Mathematics certification for our teachers in the country. Read more…

Math Teachers undergo Suken testing

Around 100 teachers took the Suken test last May 6, 2010 at the Mariner’s Home, Nakpil, Manila. The Suken test is made available thru APSA every May. Read more…

9th Annual GCC Convention Held

The Guidance Counselors Circle Inc. in partnership with APSA and APECA, successfully held its 9th Annual Convention last October 12-14, 2009 at the CSB Hotel International Conference Center. Read more…

APSA holds seminar on Making Standards Work and UBD

Around forty schools subscribing to the Standards-Based Assessment participated in the seminar-workshop on Making Standards Work and Understanding by Design, conducted by the Asian Psychological Services and Assessment last September 18-21, 2009 at the CSB Hotel International Conference Center. Read more…

Principals’ Institute Underway

Twelve principals from a spectrum of schools in the country convened last May 4-17, 2009 at the St. Paul Center for Renewal in Alfonso, Cavite. Read more…

APSA offers Standards-Based Assessment (SBA) from Preschool to Senior High School

Faith Christian School successfully implements Standards- Based Assessment

APSA President Dr. Clemeña talks on 21st Century Learners

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