Senior High School
NDJC-SHS
history
The implementation of the K to 12 Basic Education Program through the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013, signed into law on May 15, 2013, marked a transformative chapter in Philippine education. It called for the extension of basic education by two years—Grades 11 and 12—to enhance student readiness for higher education, employment, and lifelong learning.
As a Catholic academic institution under the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI), Notre Dame of Jolo College (NDJC) responded to this national call with determination and faith. In School Year 2016–2017, the NDJC Senior High School Department (NDJCSHS) was established, taking its place as an active participant and advocate of educational reform in Sulu.
However, the journey was not without challenges. NDJC faced several hurdles in implementing the Senior High School program—from teacher readiness and curriculum development to facility upgrades, instructional materials, and financial constraints. Yet, through the united efforts of the school administration, faculty and staff, and key stakeholders, NDJCSHS emerged resilient and responsive, prepared to meet the demands of a changing academic landscape.
NDJC SHS offered a well-rounded education grounded in Oblate values. It initially launched various strands under the Academic and Technical-Vocational-Livelihood (TVL) tracks, aligning with the needs of both students and the local community.
ACADEMIC TRACKS
- Accountancy, Business and Management Strand (ABM STRAND)
- Generic Academic Strand (GA Strand)
- Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Strand (STEM Strand)
TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL- LIVELIHOOD TRACKS
- ICT STRAND Computer System Servicing (ICT-CSS)
- HOME ECONOMICS STRAND Caregiving
- HOME ECONOMICS STRAND Bartending; Tourism Promotion; Food and Beverage Services (HE-BTF)
These programs are designed to give students real-world competencies, with opportunities to earn national certifications (NC II) upon completion—preparing them for employment or entrepreneurship immediately after graduation.
In October 2021, as part of its mission to reach more learners in Sulu, NDJC opened a Senior High School satellite campus in Maimbung, in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Maimbung. This new campus welcomed its pioneering Grade 11 and 12 students with full support from the LGU, including free tuition, books, and miscellaneous fees for residents.
The establishment of the Maimbung campus reflects NDJC’s unwavering dedication to inclusive education and community development, especially for students in geographically isolated areas.
Since its founding in 1954, NDJC has remained steadfast in its mission:
“Educating the Mind, Nourishing the Spirit, and Touching the Heart.”
Through the growth of its Senior High School Department, NDJC continues to live out this mission—forming competent, compassionate, and socially committed young individuals ready to build a better future for Sulu and beyond.
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
The MOA will serve as basis of agreement between the parent and NDJC that will allow students to enroll without the entrance exam requirement as long as their son/ daughter will take it when it will be available. Students who did not take the entrance exam should meet the general average requirement of their course of choice. Once they take the entrance exam, the students should meet the required percentile rank (PR) of their course of choice. If they did not meet the PR requirement, they will be forced to shift to other courses. This is why they need to do good on their entrance exam. Because PA is a course requirement.
The MOA on NAT compliance will be given to the BS Nursing enrollees. The content of the MOA is an agreement between the parent/ guardian and NDJC to sllow the student to enroll in BSN without the NAT as long as they take and PASS the NAT when it will be available. If they did not pass the NAT, they will be forced to shift next semester. This is why they should do good on their NAT.
Submission of requirements is located at the Audio Visual Room or Bishop Ben Hall. The SDPC personnel in charge will hand the MOA on NAT compliance to parents/ guardians whose sons/ daughters will enroll in BSN. They will sign the MOA and submit it to the SDPC personnel.
Yes. You can still enroll as long as the parent/ guardian signs the MOA on Entrance Exam Compliance and submit other enrollment requirements.