Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) Batangas Senior High School students achieved a remarkable feat at the World Scholar’s Cup Tournament of Champions (WSC TOC) at Yale University in Connecticut, USA. The team brought home 2 trophies and 16 medals including 6 golds and 10 silvers, showcasing excellence in debate, writing, and teamwork on the global stage.
Representing LPU Batangas, Precious Nicole D. Calatong (STEM Medical 1B), Ann Margaret F. Lumanglas (STEM Engg 1B), and Shan Allen Kristoffer S. Beron (STEM Engg 2A) competed against over 2,700 scholars from around the world. Their achievements brought Filipino pride to their school, province, and the Philippines.
LPU Batangas SHS won the following Individual and Team Awards:
Precious Nicole D. Calatong:
- Gold and Trophy: Debate
- Gold: Ranked Overall Top 10 in Debate
- Silver: Writing
Ann Margaret F. Lumanglas:
- Gold: Debate
- Silver: Writing
Shan Allen Kristoffer S. Beron:
- Silver: Debate
- Silver: Writing
Team Awards:
- Gold and Trophy: Top 6 Debate Team
- Silver: Scholar’s Bowl
- Silver: Collaborative Writing
LPU Batangas SHS proudly announced their accomplishments here:
The delegation was led by Dan Emerson V. Desiderio, Area Chair of Languages and Social Sciences, and Dr. Jamie Lee F. Mendoza, High School Principal. These mentors played a vital role in preparing the students for both the Bangkok Qualifying Round and the prestigious Tournament of Champions.
The World Scholar’s Cup is an international academic competition that challenges students in science, literature, social studies, and the arts. Known for its rigorous intellectual demands, the event also fosters global friendships and cultural exchange. Participants engage in debates, collaborative writing, and tests designed to assess critical thinking, knowledge, and teamwork.
The annual Tournament of Champions at Yale University is the culmination of this prestigious competition, featuring top teams from the Global Rounds. Competing at this level is a testament to academic excellence and dedication—qualities that the LPU Batangas team exemplified.
Congratulations to the LPU Batangas Senior High School students for their impressive performance at the World Scholar’s Cup! Your achievements inspire pride in Filipino excellence on the global stage.
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