Siargao National Science High School is a public science high school in Dapa, Siargao Island, Philippines established to provide specialized secondary education with an emphasis on science and technology under the Philippine Department of Education.
📌 Establishment & Legal Basis
- The school was legally created by Republic Act No. 9651, signed on July 7, 2009, which formally established a national science high school in Dapa, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte.
- It operates under the direct supervision of the Department of Education with government-funded programs and facilities included in the national budget.
📚 Academic Focus & Admissions
- As a National Science High School, the curriculum is designed for academically strong students with a particular focus on science, mathematics, and research-oriented subjects (similar to other science-oriented high schools in the Philippines).*
- Admission typically involves entrance examinations (e.g., Grade 7 and Grade 11 exams), and students must meet specific academic requirements to qualify.
🎓 Student Life & Community
- The school actively hosts events like intramurals, celebration of Buwan ng Wika, and other cultural and student-wellness activities, suggesting a vibrant student culture.
- Students often refer to themselves with community-identity nicknames and participate in school initiatives like Brigada Eskwela, emphasizing cooperation and school engagement.
📊 Enrollment & Performance
- Based on administrative data, the school serves junior and senior high levels (Grades 7 to 12), though specific curriculum details are aligned with DepEd’s science-specialized programs. *
- School internal reports indicate consistent efforts towards academic achievement, with structured support for student success.
🏫 Location & Contact
- Located in Barangay Osmeña, Dapa, Surigao del Norte, Philippines, the school functions as a key educational institution on Siargao Island — an island better known for surf tourism but also growing in academic prominence through institutions like this one.
