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Events and Activities of Director Ruth Esquillo Ignacio

Presenting Marywoods at
De La Salle Santiago Zobel School

With “Leader in Me” coach, Ms. Janita Andersen,  Marywoods Director Ms. Ignacio presents to the leaders and faculty members of De La Salle Santiago Zobel school. Ms. Ignacio talked about how the LIM process transformed her school, teachers, students, and families to create a culture of leadership and excellence.  (12 November 2019)

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“Coaching the Coaches” Training Session

 Ms. Ignacio attends the “Coaching the Coaches” Session with Ms. Janita Andersen, Lead Coach of “Leader in Me” for Asia Pacific and Director of FranklinCovey International Higher Education. The training equips coaches to effectively guide schools in their transformation of culture, leadership, and academics systems towards holistic child development. Ms. Ignacio is a trainer and coach of “Leader inMe” schools in the Philippines.  The session was on November 11 and 12, 2019 at Makati City, Manila. 

 
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Training on the “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” for the faculty and staff of the Philippine Science High School Region 12 Campus

 Ms. Ignacio facilitates at the “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” training for the faculty of the Philippine Science High School SOCCSKSARGEN Region Campus (PSHS-SRC), with support from Pedma Daphne Cipriano of FranklinCovey Education. Led by Campus Director Dr. Chuchi Garganera, the 42 members of the faculty underwent the two-day workshop for educators last July 30 and 31, 2019. This was followed by the training of 28 admin heads and staff, which was held on August 27 and 28, 2019. 

Through, inputs, discussions, reflection, sharing, and fun activities, the “7 Habits” training teaches timeless principles of effectiveness where participants learn how to:
* Focus and act on what can be controlled and influenced, instead of what cannot.
* Define clear measures of success for both life and work and create a plan to achieve them.
* Prioritize and achieve the most important goals instead of reacting to urgencies.
* Develop innovative solutions that leverage diversity and satisfy all key stakeholders.
* Collaborate more effectively with others by building high-trust relationships. 

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Global Summit of “Leader in Me” Schools

Director Ruth Ignacio was one of the impact speakers at the Global Summit of “Leader in Me” (LIM)  schools, which was held in Orlando, Florida on July 22 and 23, 2019. The two day event gathered principals and educators from across the globe to be enriched and inspired by speakers and thought leaders in education. Representing the LIM schools in the Philippines, Ms. Ignacio shared about the journey of Marywoods Academy as a leadership school that has become the first “lighthouse” or model  school in the Philippines. Among the keynote speakers in the summit were Muriel Summers, Sean Covey, and Chris McChesney. Ms. Muriel Summers is principal of A.B. Combs Leadership Magnet Elementary School, in North Carolina USA, which was the first leadership elementary school that used “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” as a foundation for transformative education. Sean Covey is the Vice President of Global Solutions and Partnerships of FranklinCovey. Chris McChesney is the Wall Street Journal #1 bestselling author of “The 4 Disciplines of Execution.” The plenary and breakout sessions featured experiences and best practices of Leader in Me schools where student thrive in leadership, culture, and academics. 

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The “Principal’s Academy”: Empowering School Leaders

The Principal’s Academy has been launched in the Philippines by the FranklinCovey Education Philippines last February 11, 2019. The academy is a premiere leadership training for education leaders, principals, school owners, and administrators. The training was given by Ms. Brooke Judd, international director for coaching and content at FranklinCovey and co-facilitator Ms. Ruth Ignacio, director of the first Lighthouse Leader in Me school in the Philippines.

The workshop focuses on practical skills and tools that participants can apply immediately in their schools, enabling them to align school systems with a shared school vision, unleash staff talent, and become truly great leaders.During the two-day workshop, participants are introduced to the Whole-Person Paradigm — a foundation for effective leadership — and the 4 Roles of Great Leaders™: modeling, pathfinding, aligning, and empowering. Participants learn how to use and apply powerful leadership tools, such as the 4 Disciplines of Execution®, to address chronic problems faced by schools, with time to lay a framework to implement these leadership skills in their schools.

Ms. Brooke and Ms. Ignacio facilitate at the launch of the "Principal's Academy" of FranklinCovey, Philippines
Principal's Academy Description
Principal's Academy Description
Ms. Brooke Judd facilitates at the Principal's Academy
Principal's Academy 2019 Participants and Facilitators
Ms. Ignacio co-facilitates at the Principal's Academy.
Ms. Ignacio co-facilitates at the Principal's Academy.
Ms. Ignacio co-facilitates at the Principal's Academy.
Ms. Ignacio co-facilitates at the launching of the Principal's Academy and shares examples from her school, Marywoods Academy.
Ms. Ignacio co-facilitates at the launching of the Principal's Academy and shares examples from her school, Marywoods Academy.
Ms. Ignacio co-facilitates at the launching of the Principal's Academy and shares examples from her school, Marywoods Academy.
Ms. Ignacio co-facilitates at the launching of the Principal's Academy.
Ms. Ignacio co-facilitates at the Principal's Academy and shares examples from her school, Marywoods Academy.
Ms. Ignacio co-facilitates at the Principal's Academy and shares examples from her school, Marywoods Academy.
Sharing of outputs
Sharing of outputs
Workshops at the Principal's Academy 2019
Workshops at the Principal's Academy 2019
Ms. Ignacio co-facilitates at the Principal's Academy.
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Ms. Ruth Ignacio Speaks at the International Conference on Educational Frontiers

Marywoods Academy stays on course in providing leading-edge education; remaining at the forefront by being up-to-date with global trends in preparing children for the challenges of our ever-changing world. 

Assistant Principals Leilani Amigo and Maria Editha Maluto, with School Director Ruth Esquillo Ignacio, attended the International Conference on Educational Frontiers (ICEF) last October 3 to 5, 2018.  Ms. Ignacio was one of the speakers at the conference where she talked about developing leadership in life-ready individuals through the school’s whole-school transformational process. 

With the theme “Education in the Age of Fake News and Artificial Intelligence”, the conference highlighted the need for educators to form the “whole child”, that is, to form students with essential life-skills and moral compass to help them navigate through and thrive in the 21st century and beyond. The conference sessions affirmed the relevance and significance of the Marywoods Academy’s education, which is all about character and competence. 

Ms. Ruth Ignacio, School Director, and Assistant Principals Ms. Leilani Amigo and Ms. Maria Editha Raquel Maluto attend the International Conference for Educational Frontiers 2018
Ms. Ruth Ignacio, School Director, and Assistant Principals Ms. Leilani Amigo and Ms. Maria Editha Raquel Maluto attend the International Conference for Educational Frontiers 2018
Ms. Ruth Ignacio, School Director, and Assistant Principals Ms. Leilani Amigo and Ms. Maria Editha Raquel Maluto attended the International Conference for Educational Frontiers 2018. Ms. Ignacio was one of the speakers at the conference where she talked about developing leadership in life-ready individuals through the school's whole-school transformational process.
Ms. Ruth Ignacio, School Director, and Assistant Principals Ms. Leilani Amigo and Ms. Maria Editha Raquel Maluto attended the International Conference for Educational Frontiers 2018. Ms. Ignacio was one of the speakers at the conference where she talked about developing leadership in life-ready individuals through the school's whole-school transformational process.
Ms. Ignacio was one of the speakers at the conference where she talked about developing leadership in life-ready individuals through the school's whole-school transformational process.
Ms. Ignacio was one of the speakers at the conference where she talked about developing leadership in life-ready individuals through the school's whole-school transformational process.
One of the breakout session speakers, Ms Ignacio shared the experiences of Marywoods Academy as a leadership school that focuses on developing the whole child with character and competence.
One of the breakout session speakers, Ms Ignacio shared the experiences of Marywoods Academy as a leadership school that focuses on developing the whole child with character and competence.
One of the breakout session speakers, Ms Ignacio shared the experiences of Marywoods Academy as a leadership school that focuses on developing the whole child with character and competence.
One of the breakout session speakers, Ms Ignacio shared the experiences of Marywoods Academy as a leadership school that focuses on developing the whole child with character and competence.
Ms. Ignacio was one of the speakers at the conference where she talked about developing leadership in life-ready individuals through the school's whole-school transformational process.
Ms. Ignacio was one of the speakers at the conference where she talked about developing leadership in life-ready individuals through the school's whole-school transformational process.
with keynote speaker Gino Borromeo of McCann Worldgroup who talked about understanding the youth of today, the characteristics of their generation, their hopes and aspirations. It is against this backdrop that educators face the challenge of providing relevant and meaningful education.
with keynote speaker Gino Borromeo of McCann Worldgroup who talked about understanding the youth of today, the characteristics of their generation, their hopes and aspirations. It is against this backdrop that educators face the challenge of providing relevant and meaningful education.
Dr Christine Halse of the Education University of Hong Kong discusses intercultural education and the need for a whole-school transformation in order to nurture an educational environment that promotes belongingness and diversity.
Dr Christine Halse of the Education University of Hong Kong discusses intercultural education and the need for a whole-school transformation in order to nurture an educational environment that promotes belongingness and diversity.
Learning with the Master. Mr Andrew Miller, Masterclass Speaker, ran the class on project-based learning, which is a student-centered, rigorous process of developing life-skills, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity.
Learning with the Master. Mr Andrew Miller, Masterclass Speaker, ran the class on project-based learning, which is a student-centered, rigorous process of developing life-skills, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity.
Project-Based Learning Masterclass with Mr. Andrew Miller
Project-Based Learning Masterclass with Mr. Andrew Miller
Understanding the Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm as Character Education from the talk of Fr. Bernardus Rukiyanto, Sanata Dharma University
Understanding the Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm as Character Education from the talk of Fr. Bernardus Rukiyanto, Sanata Dharma University
Marywoods Academy at the International Conference on Educational Frontiers
The "Unconference" - sharing of experiences, learnings, insights. With teachers from various schools and Fr. Ari Dy, SJ.
The "Unconference" - sharing of experiences, learnings, insights. With teachers from various schools and Fr. Ari Dy, SJ.

Ms. Ruth Ignacio Gives Training on the “7 Habits of Highly Effective Educators” to the Department of Education, Parañaque City Division

Ms.  Ruth E. Ignacio facilitates at the “7 Habits of Highly Effective Educators Workshop” for teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education (DepEd) Parañaque City Division. The training was was organized by FranklinCovey Education Philippines. Ms. Ignacio, co-facilitator Ms. Bullet Lapina, and client partner Mr. Rederick Garcia ran the workshop from August 16 to 18, 2018 at Teachers Camp, Baguio City.

Around 60 participants, led by Dr. Bernardo Masacariña, Ms. Angelica Libera, and Mr. Emerson Sabadlab attended the workshop, which aimed to develop educators with character and competence. It was a milestone event being the first FranklinCovey workshop of its kind held for ALS teachers of DepEd Philippines

 

The Training Participants. Teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education from the Parañaque City Division
The Training Participants. Teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education from the Parañaque City Division
Ms. Ignacio with co-facilitator Ms. Bullet Lapina and FranklinCovey Philippines client partner Mr. Rederick Garcia
Ms. Ignacio with co-facilitator Ms. Bullet Lapina and FranklinCovey Philippines client partner Mr. Rederick Garcia
The FranklinCovey Team with DepEd Team, Ms. Angelica Libera, and Mr. Emerson Sabadlab
The FranklinCovey Team with DepEd Team, Ms. Angelica Libera, and Mr. Emerson Sabadlab
Begin with the end in mind. Ms. Ignacio shares the mission of Marywoods Academy.
Begin with the end in mind. Ms. Ignacio shares the mission of Marywoods Academy.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
With training participants
With training participants
The training participants: Teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education from the Parañaque City Division.
The training participants: Teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education from the Parañaque City Division.
With co-facilitator Ms. Lapina and training participants
With co-facilitator Ms. Lapina and training participants
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Training on the "The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Educators" for the teachers and implementers of the Alternative Learning Systems (ALS), Department of Education, Parañaque City Division.
Ms. Ignacio with Ms. Angelica Libera
Ms. Ignacio with Ms. Angelica Libera
Ms. Ignacio with Ms. Angelica Libera, and Mr. Emerson Sabadlab
Ms. Ignacio with Ms. Angelica Libera, and Mr. Emerson Sabadlab

Principal’s Academy:
Staying at the Forefront of Global Trends in Education 

Marywoods Academy is part of a global community whose common mission is to develop life-ready individuals. There are now around 3,500 schools all over the world who are part of the Leader in Me (LiM) process, which Marywoods joined in 2010. As Marywoods continues to grow and reach its goal of becoming a “Lighthouse” leadership school, we remain at the forefront of global trends in education so we can prepare our children for the challenges of our ever-changing world.

Director Ruth Ignacio participated in international conferences organized by the FranklinCovey (FC) Company, a thought leader in education. Ms. Ignacio completed the “Principal’s Academy for Asia Pacific” and attended the “Education Regional Conference” and “Rethink Education for the 21st Century” conferences, all held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from January 24 to February 2, 2018. 

Ms. Ignacio at the "Principal's Academy" of FranklinCovey
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Participants in the "Principal's Academy"
Ms. Lynne Fox, Director of International Quality & Senior Coach
(L-R) Ms. Janita Andersen – Director for International Education, Mr. William McIntyre - International Education Practice Leader, Mr, Joshua Covey – Director for Strategy, FC Education and son of Mr. Stephen Covey, Ms. Ruth Ignacio, Ms. Lynne Fox – Director of International Quality & Senior Coach, and Mr. Michael Dowling - Head of Digital, Ed. Tech.
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Ms. Ignacio at the "Principal's Academy" of FranklinCovey
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Ms. Ignacio at the "Principal's Academy" of FranklinCovey
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Ms. Ignacio at the "Principal's Academy" of FranklinCovey
With Mr. Joshua Covey – Director for Strategy, FC Education and son of the great Dr. Stephen Covey whose book the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People" has helped transform to greatness countless individuals, families, and organizations.
Mr. Michael Dowling, Head of Digital, Ed Tech
With Zac Cheney, Vice President for Marketing, Education Division
TLIM Symposium Cambodia 2Feb2018
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(L-R) Ms. Snow from Burma, Ms. Ma. Carmen Reyes and Ms. Christine Javier of FC Philippines
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with Ms. Yuwared Bhumiwat, facilitator at PacRim Group, Thailand
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Ms. Ignacio at the "Principal's Academy" of FranklinCovey
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“Building Roads and Bridges for a Strong and Sustainable Community”

Ms. Ignacio gives the keynote message at the Malaybalay City Government’s first convocation of the year 2018. She talked about build building roads and bridges for a strong and sustainable community. Here are excerpts of her message: 
“To have a strong and sustainable community, we need an effective government that gets the rights thing done. We need a government that works in healthy partnership with the private sector and its citizens. We need economic and social policies that are people-centered and will not destroy our environment. We need sound urban and rural infrastructure. We need executives and managers who can look ahead and plan for our ever-changing world. We need visionary, principle-centered, and servant leaders who will engage and consult the people they serve.
Ms. Ignacio speaks at the Malaybalay City Government Convocation
Malaybalay City Government Convocation
Ms. Ignacio speaks at the Malaybalay City Government Convocation
Malaybalay City Government Convocation
Vice Mayor Rolando Deticio presents the Certificate of Appreciation
Ms. Ignacio speaks at the Malaybalay City Government Convocation

“We know that roads and bridges connect places. But, they are built not simply to connect destinations but to connect people. What we are talking about here are the relationships of people in a community. I believe that people – you, me, young and old, each and every one of us here are the roads and bridges to a strong and stable community. Nation-building begins with the individual persons of that nation. I’d like you all to bring home three ideas today. You and I can build a strong community through: (1) creating a culture of care and kindness; (2) citizenship, by this I mean active citizenship; and (3) change, and by this I mean change from within, not without.

“The first is very basic. Care. Or, concern and kindness. Pagkalinga, pagamuma, pagatiman. These are very basic but, sometimes, this is lost in our communities. The opposite of care is indifference. Marami sa atin, wala nang pakialam. The second is citizenship, which, according to Charles Handy, is the chance to make a difference in the place where you belong. Active citizenship is about individuals working for the betterment of their community through volunteer work, economic participation, public involvement, and other such efforts to improve life of everyone. Finally, change begins with you, me, each of us. We must be the change we wish to see in the world.
“Each and every one of you here is in a unique position to exercise your citizenship. No matter how you got to your position – whether you’ve earned it, worked hard for it, appointed by force, or whatever magic put you there – the fact is you are in that position. You owe it to your community to do whatever good you can. Sometimes, we might feel we do not matter. Let me tell you, you do. Every part of the organization has a role to play. Every member is important to achieving it’s vision.
“Whether you are the department head, the assistant, the messenger, janitor, security, you are important. It may not be like that all around us, but that is a true. Every person can contribute something to the community. How can you be the change you wish to see? (1) Be the solution, not the problem. (2) Focus on your circle of control and influence. (3) Know your mission and goals and stay on course.”

4 Disciplines of Execution

Ms. Ignacio and Marywoods faculty member, Mr. Richard Casanos, attend the training on “4 Disciplines of Execution”. As a leadership school using the “Leader in Me” process, the 4 disciplines of execution are embedded in the Marywoods Academy culture. Also known as “4DX”, the objective of the process is to teach leaders how to help their teams execute their highest priorities. It is described as “a proven set of practices that have been tested and refined by hundreds of organizations and thousands of teams over many years. When a company or an individual adheres to these disciplines, they achieve superb results, regardless of the goal. The disciplines are powerful yet simple. They are not, however, simplistic. They can be challenging to apply and sustain as they require us to work differently than we normally do.”
The training was facilitated by Mr. Renato Montemayor and was held at the Center for Leadership and Change,  Makati, Manila on 29 July 2015.  For more information about the “4DX”, you may click on this link.
Ms. Ignacio and Mr. Casanos at the “4 Disciplines of Execution” Training
Ms. Ignacio and Mr. Casanos receive their Certificates of Completion
The 4 Disciplines of Execution by Chris McChesney
“4 Disciplines of Execution” Training
Mr. Casanos shares how the 4DX is used in a school setting
4DX application in a school
4DX application in a school
with fellow trainees
Participants in the 4DX Training

Orientation and Overview on the “7 Habits of Highly Effective Educators” at St. Thomas Becket Academy

Ms. Ignacio gives and overview and orientation on the “7 Habits of Highly Effective Educators” to the faculty and staff of Saint Thomas Becket Academy in Trece Martires, Cavite, Philippines. The school aims to empower its teachers, employees, and students through training in the habits of effectiveness. It is exploring the possibility of being a leadership school like Marywoods Academy. (29 October 2014, Cavite, Philippines)

 

Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
The faculty and staff of St. Thomas Becket Academy
The faculty and staff of St. Thomas Becket Academy
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"
Orientation and Overview on the "7 Habits of Highly Effective People"

“Leader in Me” Forum and Q&A with Sean Covey

The Center for Leadership and Change – FranklinCovey Philippines  holds a forum on the “Leader in Me”, featuring Marywoods Academy. Ms. Ignacio talks about the school’s transformation into a leadership school. There were 40 participants representing around 20 schools and some organizations involved in education. Ms. Ignacio’s presentation was followed by a phone conference call with Mr. Sean Covey for questions and answers with the participants. (10 January 2014, Center for Leadership and Change, Makati, Philippines) 
Ms. Ignacio talks about how Marywoods Academy started and its journey as a “Leader in Me” school.
Ms. Ignacio talks about how Marywoods Academy started and its journey as a “Leader in Me” school.
About 40 participants from various schools and universities were present at the forum.

Sharing of Best Practices in the “Leader in Me”

Ms. Ignacio shares Marywoods Academy’s best practices as a “Leader in Me” school. With her are  students of Marywoods who talked about their experiences and reflections about learning and living out the habits of effectiveness. The attendees were school administrators and owners of different schools in Manila and nearby cities. The event was held at the office of the Center for Leadership and Change – FranklinCovey Philippines, Ateneo Professional Schools, Makati City. (22 July 2013)
Team Marywoods with Mrs. Carmen Reyes, Mrs. Lirio Mapa, and and Mr. Mennen Aracid
Team Marywoods with Mrs. Carmen Reyes, Mrs. Lirio Mapa, and and Mr. Mennen Aracid
Ms. Tessa Mendoza welcomes the students and explains the interview process.
Ms. Tessa Mendoza welcomes the students and explains the interview process.
At the FranklinCovey Philippines Main Office, Center for Leadership and Change Inc (CLCI), Makati City
At the FranklinCovey Philippines Main Office, Center for Leadership and Change Inc (CLCI), Makati City
The Team gets final instructions from Ms. Ignacio
The Team gets final instructions from Ms. Ignacio
Ms. Ignacio discusses the implementation of the "LIM" in Marywoods.
Ms. Ignacio discusses the implementation of the "LIM" in Marywoods.
Althea Mae R. Alburo, Junior High 2, talks about the 7 Habits of Effectiveness and how she applies them in her life.
Althea Mae R. Alburo, Junior High 2, talks about the 7 Habits of Effectiveness and how she applies them in her life.
Gabriel Joaquin O. Gamo, Junior High 3, shares about the 7 Habits of Effectiveness as he applies them in his life.
Gabriel Joaquin O. Gamo, Junior High 3, shares about the 7 Habits of Effectiveness as he applies them in his life.
Miguel Ma. Luis E. Ignacio, Junior High 3, shares about the 7 Habits of Effectiveness as he applies them in his life.
Miguel Ma. Luis E. Ignacio, Junior High 3, shares about the 7 Habits of Effectiveness as he applies them in his life.
Keannu C. dela Cerna, Junior High 1, shares about the 7 Habits of Effectiveness as he applies them in his life.
Keannu C. dela Cerna, Junior High 1, shares about the 7 Habits of Effectiveness as he applies them in his life.
J. Paolo E. Ignacio, Junior High 1, shares about the 7 Habits of Effectiveness as he applies them in his life.
J. Paolo E. Ignacio, Junior High 1, shares about the 7 Habits of Effectiveness as he applies them in his life.
Open forum after the presentation of Ms. Ignacio and the students.
Open forum after the presentation of Ms. Ignacio and the students.
Representatives from different schools, CLCI consultants, facilitators, and clients asks questions and give comments.
Representatives from different schools, CLCI consultants, facilitators, and clients asks questions and give comments.
Open forum after the presentation of Ms. Ignacio and the students. Representatives from different schools, CLCI consultants, facilitators, and clients asks questions and give comments.
Open forum after the presentation of Ms. Ignacio and the students. Representatives from different schools, CLCI consultants, facilitators, and clients asks questions and give comments.
Nelson F. Sarmiento, Allyzsa May Pearl P. Liu, and Coi T. Callao during recorded interviews
Nelson F. Sarmiento, Allyzsa May Pearl P. Liu, and Coi T. Callao during recorded interviews
Mrs. Lirio Mapa, Vice President of CLCI trained the Marywoods faculty and staff in the 7 Habits in 2009
Mrs. Lirio Mapa, Vice President of CLCI trained the Marywoods faculty and staff in the 7 Habits in 2009
With Mr. Mennen M. Aracid, FranklinCovey CLCI consultant and facilitator
With Mr. Mennen M. Aracid, FranklinCovey CLCI consultant and facilitator
Team Marywoods with FranklinCovey Philippines consultants and facilitators
Team Marywoods with FranklinCovey Philippines consultants and facilitators
With Ms. Alonzo from Centro Escolar University
With Ms. Alonzo from Centro Escolar University
Joshua R. Flores accepts souvenirs from CLCI
Joshua R. Flores accepts souvenirs from CLCI
Audrey Nicole B. Molina and Danielle V. Soriano with CLCI President Mrs. Carmen Reyes
Audrey Nicole B. Molina and Danielle V. Soriano with CLCI President Mrs. Carmen Reyes
At the Ateneo Professional Schools Building, which houses the CLCI office
At the Ateneo Professional Schools Building, which houses the CLCI office

On the Road Less Travelled

Ms. Ignacio speaks at the 2nd “Ignatian Festival” of the Ateneo de Manila University. This year’s theme of “Lahing Loyola para sa Kapwa” featured Ateneans who are involved in endeavors that contribute to nation-building. The keynote speaker for the event was President Benigno Aquino III.
Ms. Ignacio shared her story of how she established Marywoods Academy and its mission to form future leaders with “virtus et abilitas” – character and competence – to help build a new breed of leaders for our country. She was one of the speakers featured in the segment “Ateneans in Social Development”.  Other speakers included Dodo Macasaet of CODE-NGO network organization), Mika Millar of the Ninoy and Cory Aquino Foundation, Arnie de Vera of SALIGAN, Maria Anna Ignacio of Kasagana, and Anna Maria Karaos of the John Carroll Institute on Church and Social Issues. The other segments were Media and Arts, Business, and Public Service. (20 July 2013)
Poster for “Ateneans in Social Development”
Ms. “Ching” Ruth Esquillo Ignacio presents Marywoods Academy’s history, mission, and impact. She talks about the challenge and mission to take the “Road Less Travelled”.
Ms. Ignacio shares her answer to the theme of the Ignatian Festival – how the Ateneo Jesuit education inspired her and her school’s mission to contribute to nation-building.
Open Forum
President Aquino, himself an Atenean, is the keynote speaker.
The Keynote Speaker
Marywoods students awaiting the arrival of President Benigno Aquino III
Keynote Address by President Aquino
Ms. Ignacio with fellow speakers and facilitators in the Ignatian Festival
Ms. Ignacio with ADMU President, Fr Ramon T. Villarin, SJ
With the Chairman of the Marywoods Academy School Board, Ms. Ma. Resurreccion P. Alejo
With the President of Ateneo de Manila University, Fr. Ramon T. Villarin SJ
With Prof. Manny Dy, philosopy professor at the Ateneo de Manila and college teacher of Ms. Ignacio
Marywoods students with Ms. Joy Belmonte, vice-mayor of Quezon City
Marywoods Academy High School Students
Ateneans in Nation-Building: Lahing Loyola Para sa Kapwa
Ateneans in Public Service
Ateneans in the Media and the Arts
Ateneans in Business

Leading at the Speed of Trust

Ms. Ignacio attends the “Leading at the Speed of Trust”, an executive forum on the key leadership competency in the global economy with keynote speaker by Stephen M.R. Covey. The two other speakers were Wilfred Steven Uytengsu, Jr., President & CEO of Alaska Milk and Bill Schultz, President & CEO of Coca-Cola Bottlers Philippines, Inc. The forum was held at  the Makati Shangri-La Hotel, Philippines. (23 February 2011)
with Stephen MR Covey
The Speed of Trust talks about the importance of trust and how building trust can help organizations win over clients and employees.
The Forum Speakers and Reactors
with the Center for Leadership and Change (CLCI) – FranklinCovey Philippines management, staff, and facilitators
with Bill Schultz, President & CEO of Coca-Cola Bottlers Philippines, Inc.
with Wilfred Steven Uytengsu, Jr., President & CEO of Alaska Milk
Bill Schultz, President & CEO of Coca-Cola Bottlers Philippines, Inc.
Stephen MR Covey

Featuring Marywoods Academy’s Brand of Education

Marywoods Director Ruth Ignacio is interviewed in the NBN Channel 4 “One Morning” show where she talks about Marywoods Academy’s holistic education and the importance of forming students with character and competence. (May 2010)