Junior High School
A transformative stage where learners step into independence, sharpen their skills, and prepare for the challenges ahead through a non-graded, self-paced, modular system.
Junior High School at UST Angelicum
At UST Angelicum College, the Higher Level program (Junior High School) represents a transformative stage where learners step into independence, sharpen their skills, and prepare for the challenges ahead. This program caters to the academic needs of students through a non-graded, self-paced, modular system of learning, allowing each one to complete the required set of skills per subject at their own pace without the usual time frame. Progress is determined by personal capability, effort, and maturity.
Here, competition is discovered within oneself, and capabilities are never measured against others. This unique approach empowers students to master skills with confidence, embrace responsibility, and build resilience — preparing them not only for Senior High School but also for lifelong success.
Available Programs
Regular Program
Daily on-campus classes from Monday to Friday, with learners accomplishing modules independently while facilitators guide them in learning stations.
Home Study Program
A flexible, DepEd-accredited distance-learning option for learners who cannot attend regularly. Learn more →
Independent Learners
Independent Learners
Learners at this stage attend school daily and accomplish modules independently, with facilitators guiding them in learning stations. This level emphasizes responsibility, maturity, and confidence as learners sharpen their skills and prepare for Senior High School.
Highly motivated achievers who master required skills ahead of others may advance to the next set of modules through vertical promotion within the academic year — rewarding diligence and initiative. At this Higher Level, learners require minimal supervision and thrive in self-study, library research, experiments, and independent projects.
Subject Enhancements
Math Made Easy Series
An enhancement for YS8–YS11 levels where experts in Mathematics deliver a lecture series on common topics that can be simplified and made easy.
S.A.L.T. (Special Academic Lecture and Talks)
An enrichment integrated into the subject and part of the department’s month-long celebration, with resource speakers delivering special lectures for deeper understanding and appreciation.
F.L.A.I.R. (Fitness for Lifestyle, Arts & Instrumentation and Recreation)
An enhancement in the Arts, Health, and Fitness that promotes a healthy lifestyle and develops learners’ interest in the arts and in music.
Robotics
The special Robotics Club develops interest in Computer Engineering and Programming through special tasks solved through programming.
Sound It Out (Special Speech Class Series)
A special speech class series that helps learners develop communication skills and confidence in public speaking.
Vectors (Science Investigatory Project)
Allows learners to apply Science theories through research experiments while developing 21st-century skills in collaboration, communication, and creativity.
KAIST G.I.F.T. or JUNIOR KAIST
The JHS Learning Excellence and Global Appreciation Program (JHS-LEAP), in partnership with the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), promotes borderless learning through science and technology-based learning experiences at KAIST — ranked Top 2 university in Korea — alongside collaborative engagement with Korean counterparts and cultural appreciation.
