Capture the vibrant journey of our students both inside and outside the classroom. From celebrating achievements and milestones to highlighting our graduates' success stories, this section keeps you connected to the heart of our community.
Stay updated with the latest news, events, and experiences that shape the POVEDAN spirit, fostering growth, excellence, and lifelong learning.
Student Life
What makes our students love POVEDA?
POVEDA takes pride in nurturing our students holistically with the help of our whole community. We provide our students with enriching experiences that transcend time and the four walls of their classrooms.
Listen to Ellie as she explains why she loves POVEDA!
POVEDA Educators
Povedans enjoy a positive learning environment with teachers who inspire them to excel and friends with whom they form strong relationships. With good values instilled and shared within our community, POVEDA is family.
How POVEDA honed its students
Learning goes beyond the four walls of our classrooms. Apart from academic excellence, Povedans are taught to value good moral character and a strong sense of community rooted in love and compassion for one another. Listen to what our hermanas have to say!
Personalized Education of POVEDA
Whether it's our RISE Homeschool or Regular program, the Personalized Education of Poveda (PEP) allows us to utilize the most suitable learning methods in nurturing our students' unique competencies, bringing them a positive learning experience above all!
Earth Warriors
Good day, Earth Warriors!
Here is a short video from Teacher Dino. Remember that it is important to preserve the culture of indigenous peoples to also preserve our environment.
Check out these inspiring photos of our POVEDAN Earth Warriors in action!
Discover how their simple, everyday efforts are making a big impact in saving Mother Earth. See why they truly embody the spirit of an Earth Warrior.
Let’s keep motivating and encouraging everyone to protect and preserve our common home with small, meaningful acts of kindness. Together, let’s make a difference!
Buhay POVEDA
Clima de Amor
School Fair
SONARE: Rhythm of the Sun!
Do you hear the RHYTHM? Feel the beat? The SUN is calling, and the biggest FIESTA of the year is finally here!
The Student Council of Poveda is thrilled to present this year’s School FAIR—SONARE: RHYTHM OF THE SUN!
Get ready to feel the beat of the dazzling performances at VARIETY NIGHT and DJ NIGHT! Enjoy endless fun with student booths, thrilling games, rides, mouthwatering food and more!
Grade School
Academic Fair
Atin Ito: The Legacy Lives in Us
On February 26 and 27, our Grades 3 to 6 students enthusiastically participated in this year’s Academic Fair, “Atin Ito: The Legacy Lives in Us.” This special event highlighted Poveda’s rich history and values, reminding us that we, especially our students, are the #Legado—the living legacy that carries forward the spirit of #Poveda.
Through interactive activities, exciting challenges, and talent showcases, students and parents deepened their appreciation for the school’s mission, all while fostering teamwork, creativity, and a strong sense of community. With the collective support of the entire #Povedan family, the event became a meaningful celebration of learning, heritage, and tradition.
Our Legado lives on through our students!
High School Academic Fair
Living Sapphire: Stories of Salt and Light
We’re thrilled to kick off #POVEDA’s High School Academic Fair from March 31 to April 4, 2025, with the theme "Living Sapphire: Stories of Salt and Light." This week-long celebration highlights our #Povedans’ learning, creativity, and passion through various exhibits, performances, and competitions!
To our dear parents, teachers, staff, and the entire #Povedan family, you are the salt that preserves the beauty of our mission and the light that guides our students toward excellence and purpose. Your unwavering support, encouragement, and presence have nourished hearts and cultivated minds, making this week truly extraordinary.
As we close the 2024-2025 High School Academic Fair, let us carry forward the lessons, creativity, and inspiration we have shared. Let us continue to be Salt and Light, bringing wisdom, kindness, and excellence to the world around us.
Share your Child's Achievement With Us!
We believe every milestone—big or small—deserves to be celebrated. Whether it’s an academic award, a creative accomplishment, or a personal breakthrough, we’d love to hear about it! By sharing your child’s achievement, you allow us to celebrate their hard work and inspire others in our community.
Graduates
Our graduates continue to shine in diverse fields—from business and technology to education and the arts. Their achievements reflect the strong foundation, values, and sisterhood instilled during their time in POVEDA.
We proudly celebrate their success and lasting impact as "Hermanas"—sisters in Spanish—who continue to inspire future generations of Povedans to lead with excellence, purpose, and heart.
GELA ATAYDE
POVEDA Batch '20
Main Host, Time to Dance, 2025
Former member, POVEDA Enciende
BEA DE LEON
POVEDA Batch '14
Shakey's V-League Collegiate Conference 2nd Best Middle Blocker, 2015
UAAP Season 81 Finals MVP
Ambrosio Padilla Athlete of The Year Finalist, 2018
Premier Volleyball League 2024-2025 All Filipino Conference Best Middle Blocker
RIA ATAYDE
POVEDA Batch '09
TV's "Best Female New TV Personality," MMK episode: Puno ng Mangga at PMPC Star Awards, 2016
TV's "Female Star of the Night (Music)," PMPC Star Awards, 2016
MARGARITA “MEGGIE” OCHOA
POVEDA Batch '08
Gold Medalist, Jiu-Jitsu Women's 48kg of 19th Asian Games
Gold Medalist, Southeast Asian Games 2019 and 2021
Silver Medalist, 2023 Biennial Meet
MJ MARFORI
POVEDA Batch '06
Entertainment Head, TV5 News
Columnist, The Philippine Star
Television Host, Cignal TV, Inc.
Radio Host, Showbiz FM on 92.3
Editor, MEGA Entertainment
Most Outstanding News Reporter, 2025
Most Outstanding Reporter, Inding-Indie Film Festival, 2016
KRITZIA SANTOS
POVEDA Batch '04
Founder, 2kk Tulong sa Kapwa Kapatid
Australian Awards Scholarship awardee, 2013
CHARISSE MARIE ABALOS-VARGAS
POVEDA Batch '03
Mandaluyong Councilor
25 Pinoy Young Achievers Award, 2007
Ambassador of Goodwill, 2010
“Valued Partner and Benefactor in Promoting Accessible and Quality Education for All (EFA)” Award, 2014
ANNA KATHRINA HALILI-CRUZ BUENO
POVEDA Batch '99
Associate Artistic Director, Halili-Cruz School of Dance
Outstanding and Significant Achievement Award as Associate Artistic Director
Awardee, World Class Achievers in Arts
ANA “AMINA” JASMINA ARANAZ-ALUNAN
POVEDA Batch '98
Co-founder, SoFA Design Institute
President, Fashion & Design Council of the Philippines
Owner, ARANAZ
KARYLLE PADILLA TATLONGHARI-YUZON
POVEDA Batch '98
Filipino Singer and Actress
Outstanding Women of the Year, 2017
Winner, Multi-Awit Award
Winner, Aliw Award Winner
Winner, Anak TV Seal Awards
Winner, Gawad PASADO Awards
Winner, Golden Laurel Lyceans' Choice Media Awards
Winner, Metro Manila Film Festival
Winner, MTV Pilipinas Music Awards
Winner, Myx Music Awards
Winner, New York Festivals TV & Film Awards
Winner, Yahoo OMG! Celebrity Awards
NOELLE CRISTINA WENCESLAO
POVEDA Batch '98
First Filipino Woman to conquer Mt. Everest’s SummitSeawoman First Class, Philippine Coast GuardMember, Philippine National Dragon Boat Team
SALLY JO BELLOSILLO
POVEDA Batch '98
Former Professor, Saint Pedro Poveda College
First Filipino filmmaker to reunite key EDSA revolution figures in a landmark documentary, Laban, featuring exclusive historical and personal accounts.
Director and Executive Producer, Fallen Not Forgotten: The Untold Story of the Gallant SAF 44
Co-producer, Philippines In-Sync
Executive Producer, Pinoyhoops, National Geographic Channel
BEATRICE LOURDES JOSEFINA CONCEPCION
POVEDA Batch '97
Medical Director, Vanderbilt Kidney & Pancreas Transplant Program
Associate Professor of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
MICH DULCE
Poveda Batch '97
Founder, Founder of Grrrl Gang Manilla
Fashion Designer of the Year Award for Streetwear, MEGA Fashion Awards, 2007
International Young Creative Entrepreneur Award (IYCE), British Council, 2010
International Young Design Entrepreneur of the Year (IYDEY) award for Fashion, London Fashion Week, 2010
JAMIE DELA ROSA GRANDE
Poveda Batch '96
Head, Enterprise Applications, Lion Pty Ltd
Former Head, Software Engineering and SAP Technical Chapter Manager, Lion Pty Ltd
Finalist, SAUG BTP Hackathon
LALA SOTTO
POVEDA Batch '96
Chairperson of the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB)
Former Councilor of Quezon City
EIRENE JHONE AGUILA
POVEDA Batch '95
Founding Partner, Aguila Rances Law Offices
Consultant, PRESO Inc.
Associate, Mendoza Law Office
Professor, FEU Institute of Law
MARGARITA LORENZANA-MANZKE
POVEDA Batch '92
Chief and Owner, Manzke Hospitality Group
LA Weekly Best Pastry Chef, 2014
Finalist, James Beard Awards
Asia's Most Influential PH, 2023
MARIA ELENA CRISTINA MANINGAT
POVEDA Batch '92
Philippine Vice Consul to New York
Associate, Estelito P. Mendoza Law Office
Deputy Assistant Secretary, Department of Foreign Affairs
Officer-in-Charge, DFA Maritime and Ocean Affairs Office
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MYLENE DIZON
POVEDA Batch '92
New Movie Actress of the Year, Star Awards for Movies, 1998
Best Actress, Cinema One Originals Digital Film Festival, 2006
Best Actress, Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival, 2008
Best Actress, Gawad Urian, 2009
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role (Drama), Golden Screen Awards, 2009
Best Actress, Luna Awards, 2009
Best Ensemble Performance in a Television Drama, Gawad Tanglaw, 2010
Best Supporting Actress, Luna Awards, 2023
Best Ensemble Performance, Society of Filipino Film Reviewers, 2023
MARIA GISELLE SANCHEZ
POVEDA Batch '90
Magna Cum Laude, UP College of Mass Communications
TV Host and Stand up Comedienne
2020 Noble Queen International
Performing Arts Awardee
JOY BELMONTE-ALIMURONG
POVEDA Batch '88
Mayor & Vice Mayor, Quezon City
Archeologist & Vice President, Katipunan Arkeologist ng Pilipinas
Chairperson, QC Performing Arts, Development Foundation Inc.
Commissioner, UNESCO
AMPARO “WEENA” LIM
POVEDA Batch '87
First and Only Olympic Badminton Player of the Philippines, 1996 Atlanta Olympics Commissioner, Philippine Sports Commission
ANDION FERNANDEZ-CHING
POVEDA Batch '86
Soloist, Deutsche Oper Berlin
Prizewinner, Operalia International Opera Competition
Prizewinner, Cardiff Singer of the World competition
ANNA KATHERINA “KATHY” MORAN
POVEDA Batch '81
Sub Editor, Philippine Star
Silver Medalist, 2000 Asian Bench Press Open
Editor, Prevention Magazine
MARIA PAZ SOCORRO “BU” G. VILLANUEVA
POVEDA Batch '81
Director, Administrative Support Services Office
Executive Director, Teresian Association International Inc.
Member, Teresian Association
Certified Data Protection Officer
Member, Alumni and former UP Madrigal Singers
NINA ANONAS-DE SANTOS
POVEDA Batch '81
Artistic Director, Ecole de Ballet Manille
Chairman & President; Association of Ballet Academies
CECILE BUENCAMINO LICAD
POVEDA Batch '78
One of the Youngest Leventritt Gold Medal Awardees, 1981
Piano soloist at age seven with a debut at the Philamlife Theater
First Filipino Soloist, London Philharmonic
Soloist, New York Philharmonic
National Artist for Music
FENY DE LOS ANGELES-BAUTISTA
POVEDA Batch '75
Co-founder, Community of Learners Foundation
Co-founder, Philippine Children’s Television Foundation, Inc.
Producer, Batibot
JCI Ten Outstanding young persons of the world, 1995
PINKY AQUINO-ABELLADA
POVEDA Batch '75
Convener and Chair of the Aklat, Gabay, Aruga Tungo sa Pag-angat at Pag-asa (AGAPP) Foundation
Former Vice President of Intra-Strata Assurance Corporation
MARIDES CARLOS-FERNANDO
POVEDA Batch '74
10th Mayor of Marikina City
People of the Year, 2006
Outstanding Professional Award in Public Administration, 2007
Outstanding Woman in Government, 2007
VIRMA POTENCIANO-VERGEL DE DIOS
POVEDA Batch '72
President, VRP Medical Center
International Director, Zonta International
Co-chairman, Zonta Club of Mandaluyong
A Legacy of Gratitude and Giving
The Poveda High School Batch 2000 / Grade School Batch 1996 turned over their donation to #POVEDA’s #Legado Black Box, a meaningful gift raised through their passion projects, community-driven events, and homecoming party, "Legado 2025: Mem’ries of Childhood."
This heartfelt contribution reflects the deep bond, generosity, and unwavering #POVEDAN spirit that continues to inspire generations. Thank you, PovedaY2K, for giving back and supporting the next generation of POVEDANs!
📸 In photo: Ms. Rosalinda Basas with PovedaY2K representatives Andrea Escalona Arancon (2000-A), Ica Gutierrez Narvaez (2000-B), Alessa Libongco Lanot (2000-C), and JP Tecson (2000-D).
What makes our Hermanas love POVEDA
In #POVEDA, students are empowered to bloom both in and beyond the classroom. By nurturing their interests and turning them into strengths, POVEDA lays the groundwork for creativity, confidence, and lifelong growth.
Listen to Aleks, a proud Povedan alumna and Hermana, as she shares how her experiences at POVEDA prepared her for life beyond the classroom.
#POVEDA is more than just a school—it’s a second home. Beyond academics, students are given the opportunity to explore their interests through clubs, sports, and leadership roles—empowering them to strive for excellence and build friendships that last a lifetime.
Meet PB, a proud Povedan alumna and Hermana, as she shares how POVEDA shaped her to grow, lead, and thrive with purpose.
