{"id":6419,"date":"2025-11-25T13:42:48","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T05:42:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web2.ub.edu.ph\/ubbc\/?p=6419"},"modified":"2025-11-28T14:25:59","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T06:25:59","slug":"ub-grade-schoolers-excel-in-hong-kong-international-science-olympiad-heat-round","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/web2.ub.edu.ph\/ubbc\/ub-grade-schoolers-excel-in-hong-kong-international-science-olympiad-heat-round\/","title":{"rendered":"UB Grade Schoolers excel in Hong Kong International Science Olympiad Heat Round"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>An outstanding roster of 26 achievers from the University of Batangas (UB) peaked at the Hong Kong International Science Olympiad (HKISO) Heat Round held on November 9, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>UB celebrates its Gold Medalists who delivered top-tier performances in their respective categories. The gold achievers include Queen Elizabeth Tumaliuan (Grade 2 \u2013 Patience), Yani Cueto (Grade 2 \u2013 Integrity), Rafael Joseph A. Solis (Grade 3 \u2013 Thomson), Alisha Sofia S. Panopio (Grade 3 \u2013 Newton), Roven Caian V. De La Roca (Grade 3 \u2013 Newton), Simon James Jude E. Gutierrez (Grade 4 \u2013 Amorsolo), Nethaniah Eanelle Cantos (Grade 4 \u2013 Amorsolo), Zhaira Margaret V. Manalo (Grade 5 \u2013 Magsaysay), Rhudolf Theorem N. Bautista (Grade 5 \u2013 Aguinaldo), Zach Andrei L. Melo (Grade 5 \u2013 Garcia), Nigella M. Roldan (Grade 6 \u2013 Roldan), Kyle Luigi F. Aloria (Grade 6 \u2013 Roldan), Mikayla Moreighn M. Alda (Grade 6 \u2013 Roldan), and Daphne Michaela M. Despuez (Grade 6 \u2013 Whang Od). Their achievements reflect UB\u2019s commitment to fostering scientific curiosity and academic excellence at the elementary level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>UB further recognizes its Silver Medalists, who demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving competencies during the competition. The silver awardees are Caidan Drael Villanueva (Grade 2 \u2013 Integrity), Ayrian Caith M. Arcega (Grade 3 \u2013 Thomson), Vince Joshua V. Medrano (Grade 3 \u2013 Newton), Redd Alfonso Miguel S. Abdon (Grade 4 \u2013 Amorsolo), Kristoff Francis G. Masangcay (Grade 5 \u2013 Magsaysay), and Netania Maryse M. Matira (Grade 5 \u2013 Aguinaldo). Their performance strengthens UB\u2019s reputation as an institution that nurtures academic talent through disciplined training and competitive exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The university also commends its Bronze Medalists for their commendable performance in the heat round. The bronze recipients include Ella Jois F. Pelaez (Grade 3 \u2013 Thomson), Harris B. Quilenderino (Grade 4 \u2013 Amorsolo), Amber Thea Janella Z. Espino (Grade 5 \u2013 Magsaysay), Brianna Lavinia Jane G. Angulo (Grade 5 \u2013 Garcia), and Jillian A. Ramos (Grade 6 \u2013 Palma). Their efforts showcase UB students\u2019 dedication to continuous improvement and intellectual resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Completing UB\u2019s list of achievers, Celestine Adaline G. Cueto (Grade 5 \u2013 Garcia) earned a Merit Award for her promising performance. UB proudly recognizes her potential and encourages her continued pursuit of scientific growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>UB upholds these achievements as part of its commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education). By supporting student participation in global academic competitions, the university strengthens its role in advancing inclusive, equitable, and high-quality education. 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