School of Saint Anthony
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School of Saint Anthony, Quezon City (also called SSA or simply Saint Anthony ), was founded in 1983 as Saint Anthony Learning Center by spouses Dr. Enrique F. Coralejo and Mrs. Victoria A. Coralejo.
Guided by the teachings of its patron saint, St. Anthony Mary Claret
, who founded the Congregation of Missionary Sons of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, the School of Saint Anthony aims to produce students who are not only intelligent but virtuous as well. It is located in Ascencion Avenue, Lagro, Novaliches, Quezon City
, Philippines
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It is the source of light that guides and leads every Anthonian to his goal. It represents the potential for excellence within the heart of each Anthonian.
The Dove
It signifies the desire to nurture the peaceful, harmonious and unified relationship among the administrators, teachers, students and parents.
The Book
It symbolizes knowledge, wisdom, and dedication among the educators who will continuously rekindle the heart and enlighten the mind of every Anthonian.
The Light Rays
The light rays emanating from the oil lamp represent the erudite young Anthonians who will be the leaders of their community.
The Leaves of Laurel
The leaves of laurel represent the achievements and glory that every young and intelligent Anthonian has earned and will continuously reap in the future.
Guided by the teachings of its patron saint, St. Anthony Mary Claret
Antonio María Claret y Clará
Anthony Mary Claret was a Catalan Spanish Roman Catholic archbishop and missionary, and was confessor of Isabella II of Spain.-Biography:...
, who founded the Congregation of Missionary Sons of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, the School of Saint Anthony aims to produce students who are not only intelligent but virtuous as well. It is located in Ascencion Avenue, Lagro, Novaliches, Quezon City
Quezon City
Quezon City is the former capital and the most populous city in the Philippines. Located on the island of Luzon, Quezon City is one of the cities and municipalities that make up Metro Manila, the National Capital Region. The city was named after Manuel L...
, Philippines
Philippines
The Philippines , officially known as the Republic of the Philippines , is a country in Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. To its north across the Luzon Strait lies Taiwan. West across the South China Sea sits Vietnam...
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History
The school began its operations in June of 1983. It initially offered Nursery, Kinder and Prep. Little by little, it expanded to Lower and Middle school and later, to the Upper School (High School). As the institution progressed in both size and population its name was changed from Saint Anthony Learning Center to its current name, School of Saint Anthony.The School Seal
The Oil LampIt is the source of light that guides and leads every Anthonian to his goal. It represents the potential for excellence within the heart of each Anthonian.
The Dove
It signifies the desire to nurture the peaceful, harmonious and unified relationship among the administrators, teachers, students and parents.
The Book
It symbolizes knowledge, wisdom, and dedication among the educators who will continuously rekindle the heart and enlighten the mind of every Anthonian.
The Light Rays
The light rays emanating from the oil lamp represent the erudite young Anthonians who will be the leaders of their community.
The Leaves of Laurel
The leaves of laurel represent the achievements and glory that every young and intelligent Anthonian has earned and will continuously reap in the future.