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Dr. Ruiz and some of the teachers
identied the developmental needs of thestudents and formalized the objectives.These steps were her primary basis in preparing the Guidanceexercises. All of these were incorporated in the subjectthat we now know as the Psychological Education Program(PEP). From September-March of the same school year, Dr.Ruiz conducted the weekly Guidance classes in Grade 3.The Guidance classes involved exercises that helped thestudents know and understand more about their feelings,ideas, beliefs, and values.After much evaluation, theGuidance classes proved tobe an overwhelming successin Grade 3. Because of this,it was also recommended forGrades 4-7 students.Some teachers and othermembers of the communitywonder what the PEP is. Itinvolves a sequence ofcarefully designed andplanned activities which seek to meet the developmental
needs of the students. The
approach is process – oriented and experiential in nature.The child is seen as the center of the learning process.Furthermore, The PEP is anchored on Piaget’s Theoryof Cognitive Development and Havighurst’s Theory ofDevelopmental Tasks. The Theory of Cognitive Developmentserves as a guide in selecting age-appropriate lessons. Onthe other hand, Havighurt’s theory of developmental tasksprovides the direction, unity and, sequence of activities inPEP.by Maria Soccoro A. IgnacioThe Psychological Education Program (PEP) hasbeen a vital part of the Guidance Program formany years. As one of the major services of theChild Development Center (CDC), the Guidanceclasses serve as an avenue by which we helpthe students know themselves better, improvetheir relationships with their families and friends,eventually developing better people in them.Through this article, allow us to walk you throughthe beginnings of the Psychological EducationProgram.The late Dr. NaomiRuiz, the GuidanceCoordinator then,envisioned a GuidanceProgram that would bepersonally meaningful tothe children. She wantedmore effective ways to
reach and touch the
lives of majority of the
students.
Realizing this visionentailed a lot of preparationand hardwork. In school year 1972-1973, theexploratory work began. It started with theGrade 3 students. First she met with all the Grade3 teacher. She explained to them the rationaleof the project and oriented them on how it will bedone. With her persistence and determinationplus the support of the Administration and Grade3 teachers, Guidance classes were allotted eachweek for the Grade 3 sections. This marked thestart of the Guidance classes!
The MOVErs (SY 2008 - 2009) are Mac Ignacio, Ane Ortilla, Bless de Asis, Grace Santos, Nancy Tan,Jeannie Kuon, Ana Moran, Mae Dael, Bambi Cabrera, Polly Pelayo, Nerie Cabacungan, Celeste Marasigan,
 Annie Gralo and Cindy Rosario. Our special thanks to Mara Perez for the layout of this issue
The PSYCHOLOGICAL EDUCATIONPROGRAM(PEP)in
RETROSPECT
 
The CDC Newsletter | Ateneo de Manila University Grade School | SY 2008 - 2009
 
After more than 30 years, the PEP continues to be animportant part of the Guidance Program. The PEP isa product of all the reports made by the past andpresent guidance counselors.As what Dr. Ruiz said, “the important thing for us is tobe awake and alert to the challenges of the times.”At present, the CDC is called to explore new frontiersand respond to the challenges of the times. As part ofthis process, the CDC counsellors and staff underwentStrategic Planning sessions last March 16 and 18,2009. As part of data gathering, we gave a NeedsAssessment Survey to the students and teachers.We also benchmarked with other schools namely,Assumption (San Lorenzo, Makati), San Beda (Alabang),and De La Salle Zobel. Focused Group Discussions werelikewise conducted among students, teachers, andparents.Dr. Ruiz had a dream. We are challenged to keepthat dream alive! With the continued support of theadministration, teachers, students, and parents, wehope to respond to the call for a more dynamic andmeaningful way of helping our students in becomingbetter persons.
Source: Paper on the Third Asian Conference – Workshop inGuidance and Counseling. July 26 -31, 1980. Satya WacanaUniversity, Salatiga, Central Java, Indonesia
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Presenting the New CDC Coordinator 
by Mrs. Ane OrtillaMAC, in the Ateneo Grade School, MARICOR, at the Immaculate Conception Academy, SOCKY, as a studentin UST, and BABY, to her family. Whatever name she is called – she remains MARIA SOCORRO AZARIASIGNACIO, the new coordinator of the Child Development Center.Mac completed her elementary education at the Immaculate Conception Parochial School. She took hersecondary education and early college years at the University of Santo Tomas. She then transferred to the
College of the Holy Spirit to nish her undergraduate studies with a degree in Psychology.
Right after college, she worked as a psychometrician in the Philippine Psychological Corporation. Thisexplains her vast exposure to psychological testing. However, she realized that the corporate world was not
for her so she tried to nd her niche in the academe. She transferred to Immaculate Conception Academy
in Greenhills where she worked as a Guidance Counselor. It was while she was in ICA that she startedher graduate studies in the Ateneo. She took the course Master of Arts inEducation major in Guidance and Counseling. In 1992, Mac transferred to
the Ateneo Grade School where she was rst assigned as a Grade Three
counselor. In the 16 years that followed, she has moved from one gradelevel to another.Many people do not know that Mac is an only child. Psychologist Alfred Adler once said, “the only child tends to be spoiled and pampered.” Well, allI can say is that Mac is one living exception to this theory. She is certainlynot spoiled and has very little need for nurturing. She is DEFINITELY hardworking and dedicated.Finally, Mac is rigid and disciplined, especially when it comes to her health.
Even if it means going home late, Mac always nds time for her daily walking
along Masterson Road and works out regularly at the Moro Lorenzo Gym.It has been a good year with Mac at the helm of everything we do in theChild Development Center. With the school year coming to an end, wewould like to take this opportunity to thank her and wish her good luck and best wishes as she leads us in the years to come.
 
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konni atoh pala yung sinasabi mo

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