Davao City NHS - STE Program

ANNOUNCEMENT

This announcement supersedes the earlier advisory. There will be no face-to-face classes today, June 10, 2026. In lieu of in-person classes, a blended or asynchronous learning modality shall be implemented.

Kini nga pahibalo mopuli sa naunang advisory. Walay face-to-face nga mga klase karong adlawa, Hunyo 10, 2026. Imbis nga adunay in-person nga klase, ipatuman ang blended o asynchronous nga pamaagi sa pagkat-on.

📢 STE ADMISSION TEST | STILL ONGOING

Did you miss the previous STE Admission Test? You still have a chance!

Davao City National High School is still accepting applicants for the Science, Technology, and Engineering (STE) Program for SY 2026–2027.

📅 Examinations are available by schedule from April 7 to May 10, 2026.

📩 To apply, simply message this page to reserve your exam schedule.

📌 Make sure to prepare your requirements and wait for your confirmed schedule before coming to school.

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to become part of the STE Program and start your journey as a future scientist, engineer, and innovator!

📍 See infographic for complete details.

📢 ANNOUNCEMENT | STE ADMISSION TEST 2026

Davao City National High School will be conducting the Science, Technology, and Engineering (STE) Program Admission Test for applicants for the upcoming school year.

All registered applicants are advised to read the following information carefully.

📅 IMPORTANT DATES

Phase 1 – Written Examination
🗓 March 21, 2026 (Saturday)

Phase 2 – Second Examination & Interview
🗓 March 28, 2026 (Saturday)

📌 Only applicants who pass Phase 1 will proceed to Phase 2 and the Interview.

⏰ TIME

Call Time: 8:00 AM sharp
Examination Time: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Late examinees may not be accommodated.

📍 VENUE

Tomas M. Tionko Building
Science Faculty
Davao City National High School

👨‍👩‍👧 PARENT ORIENTATION

An orientation for parents/guardians will be conducted on the same day:

🗓 March 21, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Room TMT 207

Parents/guardians are highly encouraged to attend.

👕 DRESS CODE

For Students and Parents/Guardians

• Proper casual attire
• No slippers or shorts

📄 REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must bring the following:

• Copy of Report Card (Grades for Quarter 1–3)
• Birth Certificate (PSA)
• School ID photo

🚶 WALK-IN APPLICANTS

Students who were not able to register online may still take the test as walk-in applicants.

However, they must bring all the required documents and arrive before 8:00 AM to complete on-site registration.

Applicants must also meet the following qualifications:

• Math, Science, and English average grade of 88 and above (Quarter 1–3)
• No grade below 85 in other subjects

📌 REMINDERS

• Bring 2 pencils, eraser, and sharpener
• Arrive on time
• Room assignments will be provided on-site during the call time
• Parents/Guardians are encouraged to accompany the applicant

📣 For updates and announcements, please follow our official page:
DCNHS STE page
🔗 https://www.facebook.com/STEDavaoCityNHS

We look forward to welcoming future young scientists, engineers, and innovators to the STE Program of Davao City National High School.

To all incoming Grade 7 Students who aspire to be part of the school’s Scientific Community, you can now register online! Just use the link or QR code below.

While waiting for the schedule of activities for the STE Application process, you may start preparing your documentary requirements.

We will keep you posted for any updates any time, so stay tuned.😉

Congratulations to our STE-STEM Students!!!

'Green and Gold' continues to rise!

DAVAO MATH WHIZZES IN THAILAND

Students from Davao City brought pride to the Philippines after winning top honors at the Thailand International Mathematical Olympiad (TIMO) Final Round 2025–2026, held at the Impact Challenger Hall in Meung Thong Thani, Bangkok from February 5 to 8, 2026.

TIMO is an annual international competition organized by the Olympiad Champion Education Center and the Thailand Mathematics Society. It is open to students from Kindergarten to Grade 13 and was participated in by delegates from 14 countries, including the Philippines.

Awardees from Davao City National High School:
Luis Mateo Gepaya – Gold Medal (Secondary 3)
Markus Nuñez – Silver Medal (Secondary 3)
Coach: Geric Del Rosario
Jedd Requilme – Gold Medal (Senior Secondary)
Coach: Niño Lito Salvan

The students were guided by Principal Evelyn Magno, Asst. Principal SHS Phelma O. Camacho, and PSDS Johnito O. Galan.

Awardees from Tugbok National High School:
Kriza Kish Ione A. Lupio – Merit Awardee (Secondary 1)
Shawn Kenneth B. Balaba – Merit Awardee (Secondary 1)
Ritchie Jr. B. Ombajen
Faybian Loi L. Pangan – Merit Awardee (Secondary 3)
Michael Josh D. Cordero – Merit Awardee (Secondary 3)
Coach: Cesar Ian Lisbos

They were supported by Principal Christopher N. Labastida, Asst. Principal Jezzel Jane A. Busano, and PSDS Lydia V. Ampo.

Education officials EPS–Mathematics Jeson J. Reyes, PhD, ASDSs Josie T. Bolofer and Rebecca C. Sagot, and Schools Division Superintendent Reynante A. Solitario also expressed their congratulations and pride in the students’ achievements.

(Data from EPS–Mathematics Jeson J. Reyes, PhD)
via JARN, Superbalita Davao
📷 Contributed