NEWS

NEWS

YOU’RE INVITED: THE GREAT GRIFFIN CARNIVAL (SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24) February 20, 2024 - “The Great Griffin Carnival”, our 5th Annual School Fair, will be happening on Saturday, February 24! Everyone is invited to attend! --- When: Saturday, February 24 Where: The Beacon Academy Front ... Read More →
YOU’RE INVITED: BEACON ACADEMY ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION (JANUARY 27, 9AM) January 15, 2024 - The Beacon Academy would like to invite all interested parents and students to an online information session hosted by the Academy’s Head of School, Mark Vincent Escaler, with the participation ... Read More →
PERSONAL PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: BELLA | WRITING A SHORT STORY ON TEENAGE GIRLS December 13, 2023 - What was your project about? Why did you choose this topic? My project aimed to make a short story about what it meant to be a teenage girl. I chose ... Read More →
PERSONAL PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: JENNA | USING ISLAMIC POTTERY FOR AWARENESS December 13, 2023 - What was your project about? Why did you choose this topic? My personal project was about creating pottery that includes elements of Islamic art. I chose this topic as it ... Read More →
PERSONAL PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: CAITLIN | CREATING A COOKBOOK FOR DIABETICS December 13, 2023 - What was your project about? Why did you choose this topic? My project is a cookbook specifically made for those with Diabetes. It includes recipes for 4 dishes per meal, ... Read More →
PERSONAL PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: OLIVIA | DEVELOPING A WASTE MANAGE SYSTEM December 11, 2023 - What was your project about? Why did you choose this topic? For my personal project, I developed a waste management system for the building I live in. I really enjoy ... Read More →
PERSONAL PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: MANDY | RAISING AWARENESS FOR SCHOLARS December 11, 2023 - What was your project about? Why did you choose this topic? My project was a website that aimed on raising awareness on scholars and scholarships here in the Philippines. I ... Read More →
PERSONAL PROJECT HIGHLIGHT: MAYA | LEARNING EMBROIDERY December 11, 2023 - What was your project about? Why did you choose this topic? My project was to learn more about embroidery, specifically to learn five new methods of stitching. I did this ... Read More →
JOB OPENINGS FOR AY 2024-2025 December 7, 2023 - Established in 2009, The Beacon Academy in Biñan, Laguna delivers a progressive, blended learning college preparatory experience through small class sizes, round table discussions, and mentorship programs. The Academy is ... Read More →
BEACON ACADEMY OPENS GRADES 7 & 8 December 4, 2023 - We are happy to announce that the Beacon Academy will offer a complete junior and senior high school experience beginning School Year 2024-2025. Aligned with our commitment to a global, inclusive education that is ... Read More →
FULL SPEECH OF MS. DOLLY DE LEON COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER FOR CLASS 2023 June 12, 2023 - Beacon President, Rica Lorenzo Beacon Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Andy Locsin Head of School, Mark Escaler Distinguished Faculty, Parents and Class 2023 Graduates So you’ve finally made it! ... Read More →
YOU’RE INVITED: BEACON ACADEMY INFORMATION SESSION | February 4, 9AM Via Zoom January 23, 2023 - The Beacon Academy would like to invite parents and students from all over the Philippines to an online information session hosted by the Academy's Head of School, Mark Vincent Escaler, ... Read More →
BEACON ACADEMY’S NEW HOUSE SYSTEM August 22, 2022 - This school year, the BA Student Council (BASC) has decided to use an exciting new house system.  During this week’s assembly, students were assigned one of three houses for the ... Read More →
BATCH 2022 COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCE LIST August 17, 2022 - Congratulations to our Batch 2022 Griffins on being offered a place in these colleges and universities for next school year! We look forward to seeing you soar in your chosen ... Read More →
STUDENT APPLICATIONS FOR AY 2022-2023 STILL BEING ACCEPTED June 14, 2022 - If you are interested in a global high school education for grades 9-12, certified by the International Baccalaureate and accredited by the Department of Education of the Philippines, we would ... Read More →
BEACON ACADEMY IS PCNC ACCREDITED April 25, 2022 - We are happy to inform our community that we have received the official letter that the Beacon Academy has received the full five-year re-accreditation from the Philippine Center for NGO ... Read More →
BEACON ACADEMY STUDENTS BACK ON CAMPUS March 24, 2022 - After two years, we are overjoyed to welcome our students back to our campus filled with with trees, fresh air, and sunlight. Located in Binan, Laguna (just 45 minutes from ... Read More →
CAREER WEEK 2022 March 7, 2022 - A thank you to all the notable speakers from various fields who took time out of their busy schedules last month to share their insights, tips, and experiences for Beacon ... Read More →
WATCH: BEACON ACADEMY INFORMATION SESSION | March 5, 10AM Via Zoom March 2, 2022 - On Saturday, March 5, 2022, the Beacon Academy invited parents and students from all over the Philippines to an online information session hosted by the Academy's Head of School with the ... Read More →
STUDENTS APPLICATIONS FOR AY 2022-2023 NOW BEING ACCEPTED February 21, 2022 - If you are interested in a global high school education, certified by the International Baccalaureate and accredited by the Department of Education of the Philippines, we would be happy to ... Read More →
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS FOR AY 2022-2023 NOW BEING ACCEPTED February 21, 2022 - Please email Ms. Mayen Lopez at admissions@beaconacademy.ph to begin your application process today. (CURRENT DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: MARCH 30, 2022)
Beacon Academy 10th Year Anniversary as an IB World School November 5, 2021 - The Beacon Academy is now on its 10th year as an IB World School. From the beginning, the Academy has recognized the International Baccalaureate Organization for its high-quality and challenging ... Read More →
BATCH 2021 COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY LIST September 6, 2021 - Congratulations to our batch 2021 graduates on their college & university acceptances.   
BATCH 2020 COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCE LIST October 8, 2020 - Congratulations to our batch 2020 graduates on their college & university acceptances. For the full list of colleges & universities that have been accepting Beacon Academy's students, please click here. 
BEACON ACADEMY STUDENT GETS ACCEPTED TO OXFORD UNIVERSITY March 4, 2020 - Meet Iela, a young woman with big dreams. Originally from Bacolod City, she attended the Beacon Academy and graduated with distinction in 2019. Discover how the Beacon experience helped Iela ... Read More →
BEACON ACADEMY DELEGATES TO WORLD SCHOLAR’S CUP QUALIFY FOR TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS September 18, 2019 - Congratulations to the Beacon Academy’s delegates & coaches to the World Scholar’s Cup Manila Global Round on their various accomplishments. Held last September 6-11 at the Newport Performing Arts Center, ... Read More →
Bright Young Achievers: Meet the Outstanding Class of 2019 August 22, 2019 - The Beacon Academy would like to congratulate every student on Town & Country Philippines' list of Bright Young Achievers for 2019. Our very own Iela Santiago, Raphaela Felipe, and Diego Santos ... Read More →
Beacon Academy’s 10th Anniversary Logo August 22, 2019 - For the Academic Year 2019-2020, the Beacon Academy will be using our BA 10th Anniversary logo designed by Amy Nayve, founder of Pumapapel Craftsl PopUp Design Studio. Amy is the ... Read More →
Lenora Cabili Commencement Speech June 7, 2019 August 13, 2019 - “When purpose spurs your life, it will manifest in ways you can never imagine because purpose is always outward looking, always for others and not for personal gain. The burden ... Read More →
Batch 2019 College and University Acceptance List May 20, 2019 - Congratulations to the Beacon Academy's Batch 2019 graduates on their college and university acceptances! Click here to see where else the Academy's alumni have been accepted.   
Philips Exeter Academy Visits the Beacon Academy March 25, 2019 - On November 7, 2018  members of prestigious US East Coast boarding school Phillips Exeter Academy stopped by the Academy to exchange ideas with our Head of School Mark Escaler and our ... Read More →
BEACON ACADEMY DELEGATES PLACE IN TOP 100 AT WORLD SCHOLAR’S CUP TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS AT YALE UNIVERSITY November 23, 2017 - The Beacon Academy's WSC delegation composed of Mattia Abad, Nuria Benitez, and Summer Merida won several medals and placed 98th out of over 300 teams at the recent World Scholar's ... Read More →
Now Accepting Applications for AY 2018-2019 November 14, 2017 - The Beacon Academy is now accepting applications for grades 9-11 for Academic Year 2018-2019! If you think you have what it takes to be part of our wonderful learning community, please ... Read More →
Save the Date: SPOTLIGHT 2017 Beacon Academy Fair February 6, 2017 - You're all invited to SPOTLIGHT: a day of fun and celebration in the green Beacon Academy campus (just 5 minutes from Nuvali).  Enjoy good food, exciting performances, a dance competition ... Read More →
Now Accepting Applicants for AY 2017-2018 December 6, 2016 - Happy to announce that #beaconacademyph is now accepting applications for this coming school year! If you believe you have what it takes to be part of our dynamic community of ... Read More →
INVITATION: BEACON ACADEMY INFO SESSION | NOVEMBER 28, MONDAY November 14, 2016 - On November 28, Monday, members of the Beacon Academy together with our Student Council will be giving a brief talk about the Academy’s vision, curriculum and facilities. This talk will ... Read More →
First Day of School for Academic Year 2016-2017 August 1, 2016 - The Beacon Academy was bustling with activity this morning as we kicked off the first day of AY 2016-2017 with a general assembly at our auditorium and parent coffee for ... Read More →
Messy Bessy’s Krie Lopez Delivers the Commencement Speech During Graduation June 9, 2016 - The Beacon Academy was honored to have as our commencement speaker this year, Ms. Kristine “Krie” Reyes-Lopez, founder and executive director of Messy Bessy, Inc., environmentalist and social entrepreneur. Here is ... Read More →
Publications Club First Issue January 21, 2016 - Congratulations to our Publications Club on the release of their first online issue of ‪#‎Beacon‬ this year. You can find the full issue HERE:  http://issuu.com/beaconpublication/docs/beacon_publication_the_first_issue_
Now Accepting Scholarship & Financial Aid Applicants for 2016-2017 January 13, 2016 - Please click here for more information. 
Back to Beacon | Beacon Academy’s First School Fair January 2, 2016 - We are proud to announce that The Beacon Academy will be holding its very first fair on Saturday, January 9, 2016 from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM!! Make sure you ... Read More →
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Beacon Academy’s Updated APEC Schedule November 16, 2015 - Dear Beacon Academy Community, Last November 12, the school administration issued an announcement regarding concessions to work and class schedules for the Academy in light of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation ... Read More →
Who Came to Visit November 5, 2015 - Look who came to visit the Beacon Academy. Learn more here: 
Parents Open House | October 8 September 16, 2015 - We encourage all parents to save October 8, Thursday for the return of our highly successful Open House Program. This is a chance for both old and new parents to ... Read More →
Beacon Academy’s Brgy. Loma Immersion Program September 8, 2015 - In the spirit of academic collaboration and authentic learning, Beacon Academy's Grade 12 students from Business Management, Psychology, and Filipino enjoyed a sequence of interactions and local market exposures with ... Read More →
Senator Grace Poe’s Commencement Speech August 26, 2015 - The Beacon Academy was honored to have The Honorable Grace Poe, Senator of the Republic of the Philippines, as our commencement speaker during our third graduation ceremony.  Please find Senator ... Read More →
IB & Matriculation Results for SY 2014-2015 August 12, 2015 - The Academy is proud to share the results of our latest batch of graduates. 
College Acceptances SY 2014-2015 May 8, 2015 - A big congratulations to Beacon Academy's batch 2015 students on their recent college acceptance offers!  • Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines • Barnard College, USA • Bentley University, USA  • ... Read More →
Now Accepting Student Applications for SY 2015-2016 May 4, 2015 - The Beacon Academy would like to announce that applications for Academic Year 2015-2016 are now being accepted.  Please email admissions@beaconacademy.ph for additional information. You can also visit: http://www.beaconacademy.ph/admissions
Who Came to Visit this April April 24, 2015 - We enjoy asking our visitor to share a little more with our community. Here's what they had to say: 
Grade 10 Business Fair April 22, 2015 - A few weeks ago, our Building B ground floor took on the atmosphere of a weekend market as students sold a range of food and refreshments at the Grade 10 ... Read More →
Who Came to Visit This March March 24, 2015 - We enjoy asking our visitors to share a little more with our community. Here's what they had to say during their visit:
Who Came to Visit This February March 4, 2015 - We enjoy asking our visitors to share a little more with our community. Here's what they had to say during their visit: 
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: No Classes on BA Campus for Monday, January 19 January 14, 2015 - Dear Beacon Academy Community, The senior management team has been monitoring reports regarding street closures and traffic re-routing from MMDA and in the press during the papal visit.  Based on ... Read More →
No After School Activities for January 12, Monday January 12, 2015 - Dear Beacon Academy Community, Because of the MMDA's dry run for the Pope's arrival as announced this morning, we are canceling after-school activities today, Monday January 12. Buses will leave ... Read More →
Important Announcement: PAPAL Visit (January 15-19, 2015) January 7, 2015 - Dear Beacon Academy Community, In consideration of the Academy's drop-off points for students and staff situated in the National Capital Region, please find below the Academy's class schedule for the Pope's ... Read More →
Who Came to Visit this November November 27, 2014 - We enjoy asking our visitors to share a little more with our community. We hope you learn from their words of advice: 
BA Student Wins at Asian Juniors Figure Skating Competition in Hong Kong October 27, 2014 - Congratulations to our 9th grader, Emee Dy, on her first place win at the recent Asian Juniors Figure Skating Competion held in Hong Kong. Emee was first place in her group and ... Read More →
Who Came to Visit this October October 21, 2014 - We enjoy asking our visitors to share a little more with our community. We hope you learn from their words of advice to members of our student body. 
Now Accepting Teaching Applications for SY 2015-2016 October 9, 2014 - Attention teachers: We're growing and we'd like you to grow with us! If you think you have what it takes to be part of our vibrant learning community, please send ... Read More →
College Visits in October October 7, 2014 - We're looking forward to welcoming these colleges and universities onto our green campus this month:   
Who Came to Visit this September September 25, 2014 - We enjoy asking our visitors to share a little more with our community. We hope you learn from their words of advice to members of our student body. 
College Visits In September September 1, 2014 - Here are some of the international colleges and universities who will be visiting our green campus this month. 
BA Student’s Piece on Family Published in Philippine Daily Inquirer August 5, 2014 - Congratulations to our 11th grade student Liane Reyes on her recently published piece in the Youngblood section of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. We look forward to reading more of her published work ... Read More →
Beacon Academy Welcomes Students, Faculty, and Staff on First Day of Class! August 4, 2014 - Our school was buzzing with activity this morning as we welcomed all students, faculty, and staff back on our green campus for our first day of class. We look forward to an exciting ... Read More →
Graduation Speech of Beacon Academy Batch 2013-2014 August 1, 2014 - The graduation speech of batch 2013-2014 was given by batch-representative Mireya Vazquez-Prada.  "Good morning, everyone, and thank you all for attending the second graduating batch of the Beacon Academy’s commencement exercises. I’m ... Read More →
Beacon Academy Wins at World Scholar’s Cup Global Rounds July 30, 2014 - A big congratulations to our World Scholar's Cup Delegates on their recent wins during the global rounds held in Singapore last June! Here are the awards won and some facts about ... Read More →
STOMP 2014 discount for BA Community June 10, 2014 - Concertus Manila, the people behind the return of Stomp to Manila this June would like to offer a 10% discount on tickets to members of the Beacon Academy community.  Please ... Read More →
Traffic Advisory | April 29, Tuesday April 28, 2014 - Please be informed of the following road closures in Taguig tomorrow April 29, Tuesday from 8:00AM.  Gate 3, Fort Bonifacio Stretch of Lawton Avenue Stretch of McKinley Parkway Stretch of ... Read More →
College Acceptance List SY 2013-2014 April 22, 2014 - A big congratulations to our current seniors on their recent acceptance offers from these colleges and universities. We will continue to add to this list as more college acceptance letters ... Read More →
Santa Rosa Summer Writing Workshops April 15, 2014 - CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS IN LAGUNA For Children, Teens And College Students (May 9-10, 2014) WHERE: Magna Anima Center, Sta. Elena-Brittany City, Sta. Domingo, Sta. Rosa City, Laguna WORKSHOP FEE: P5,000 ... Read More →
Teaching Positions Available for SY 2014-2015 April 14, 2014 - (UPDATE: All positions for school year 2014-2015 are currently filled.) Full-time and part-time positions are currently available in: Economics (higher level) Math (higher level) Physics (higher level) If you believe ... Read More →
UShare: Help for Those Affected by Typhoon Yolanda March 5, 2014 - The Beacon Academy Community is deeply distressed and saddened by the ongoing reports of destruction and loss in the Visayan region due to Typhoon Yolanda. Over the last few weeks, ... Read More →
Applications for SY 2014-2015 now being accepted! October 18, 2013 - Click on this link to learn more about our admissions process. The Beacon Academy is happy to announce that applications for school year 2014 to 2015 are now being accepted. ... Read More →
Job Opening: Full-Time Lifeguard October 17, 2013 - The Beacon Academy is currently looking for a full-time lifeguard to join our school. If you think you have what it takes, please click on this link for more details.
Updated School Calendar SY 2013-2014 October 2, 2013 - Due to the rainy season, we’ve had to make a few changes to our current school year calendar. Please click on the link below to download the revised calendar for ... Read More →
Beacon Academy Welcomes Mark Vincent Escaler as New Head of School September 26, 2013 - The Board of Trustees of the Beacon Academy wishes to announce that Mark Vincent L. Escaler has been appointed Head of School, taking over from OIC Ma. Elena P. Locsin. ... Read More →
Beacon Student Wins First Prize in Film Competition September 26, 2013 - Beacon Academy is proud to announce that Bettina Campomanes, one of our Grade 11 students, was the winner of the International Baccalaureate’s recent Academic Honesty Film Competition. This competition was ... Read More →
Ming Roxas Joins Beacon Academy as New Dean of Students September 13, 2013 - We’d like to extend our warmest welcome to our new Dean of Students, Ma. Teresa E. Roxas who prefers to be called by her nickname, Ming. Ming is a coach ... Read More →
Beacon’s Olympic-Sized Pool Ready for Use September 3, 2013 - Construction work on the 10-lane, Olympic sized swimming pool has been completed! It may have taken more than three weeks to fill, because it required 1,900 cubic meters of water, ... Read More →
Open House, September 4 September 11, 2012 - Nearly fifty parents attended our Open House a week ago. Parents were welcome to attend classes, try the food in our new Cafeteria, and listen to several presentations regarding of ... Read More →
Opening Day, August 13 August 28, 2012 - What a relief it is that our school year has finally started! I write today the first of what I hope to be regular newsletters that contain important information and ... Read More →
2011/12 ISA scores out! April 24, 2012 - Each year, Beacon students from grades 3 to 10 take a standardized test called the International Schools’ Assessment or ISA. This test is a service offered by the Australian Council ... Read More →
2012 Personal Project Fair April 11, 2012 - The Beacon Academy community is invited to attend this year’s Personal Project Fair, the culminating activity of the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) undertaken by Tenth Graders. The fair will ... Read More →
DP Course Catalogue (for students graduating in 2014) March 23, 2012 - We would like to thank everyone who came to the DP Orientation last 22 March 2012. Please find attached the DP Course Catalogue for students graduating in 2014 here.
Announcement: New Head of School March 20, 2012 - Please find the announcement on the appointment of the Beacon Academy’s second headmaster here. Thank you.
CAS handbook now available! February 2, 2012 - Grade 11 students and parents, please download attached the handbook for CAS here. Thank you.
The Foundations for Building Two December 23, 2011 - The Beacon Academy community ended 2011 with this significant event, the first pouring of concrete into the second academic building. The construction of building 2 is well underway, and we ... Read More →
The Academy is open to applications for the 2012/2013 academic year! November 12, 2011 - The Beacon Academy is now accepting applications for Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 admissions for the 2012/2013 Academic Year. Also available are scholarship grants for 2012. For more information, ... Read More →
2011/12 Student-Parent Handbook August 7, 2011 - For your reference, please find attached the 2011/12 Student-Parent Handbook. Thank you.
2011/12 Athletics Calendar now out! May 30, 2011 - To the Beacon Community: The 2011/12 BA Athletics Calendar is now out! For more information, please e-mail our Athletics Director, Mr. Paul Yap at paul.yap@beaconacademy.ph.
The Beacon Academy is now officially authorized by the IB April 27, 2011 - We are pleased to announce that the Beacon Academy has been authorized as an International Baccalaureate World School, Diploma Program. We begin teaching the DP at the 11th grade next ... Read More →