The Philippine Science High School System, an attached agency

of the Department of Science and Technology

is inviting applicants for the positions of –

DIRECTOR III (Salary Grade 27) for –

PSHS-WESTERN VISAYAS CAMPUS, Jaro, Iloilo

PSHS – MAIN CAMPUS, Diliman, Quezon City

Qualifications:

1. General qualifications

• Filipino citizen, with good moral character; without pending administrative, civil or criminal case; preferably 35-50 years old

2. Educational qualifications

• At least Master’s degree in the sciences, mathematics, engineering, science education or other fields; other respectable academic credentials such as professional recognition, research or creative accomplishments

3. Professional experience and accomplishments

• Administrative or managerial experience in planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling academic programs; proven leadership qualities/potential in initiating and implementing programs; established networking or linkages in current or previous position

4. Vision and Plans for PSHS

• Short-listed applicants will be requested to write a statement of their vision and plans for the PSHS

Job Description

The Campus Director is the administrative and academic head of his/her campus and will be responsible for its smooth operations; as such he/she will oversee the implementation of the instruction and support services programs, implement system-wide policies, plan and implement infrastructure, human resource development programs, and the annual budget, for the campus.

Application/Nomination Requirements

1. Any individual who possesses the qualifications cited above may apply or be nominated.

2. The following documents should be submitted:

a. application letter or duly signed nomination letter indicating the name of the

nominee and justifications for nomination (indicating also the position of the

person nominating);

b. nomination letters should be accompanied by a letter from the nominee expressing his

willingness to serve, if chosen for the position;

c. six (6) copies of curriculum vitae, listing three (3) references (include a one-page summary if curriculum vitae is long);

d. Applications or nominations must be received by the Office of the Executive Director, Philippine Science High School System, Agham Road, Diliman, Quezon City on orbefore January 23, 2012.

Engineering Projects Management Consultant

Job Description:

• Facilitate the design and construction of the office building for the Office of the Executive Director
• Prepares construction and cost estimates for the infrastructure development projects of the PSHS System
• Oversee the proper implementation, design and construction of the office building for the Office of the Executive Director
• Verifies and checks the quantities and qualities of the infrastructure development activities accomplished against approved plans, specifications, and programs of work
• Establish gap measures on the infrastructure projects of the Office of the Executive Director
• Coordinate with subcontractors and/or agency partners in the implementation of infrastructure development projects
• Assist the Office of the Executive Director in planning, scheduling and implementing the infrastructure development projects of the Philippine Science High School (PSHS) System and its campuses
• Advises the Office of the Executive Director on design and architectural requirements, testing and quality control and in appearances before commissions, boards or other judicial bodies
• Submits periodic reports on the status of infrastructure development projects of the PSHS System to the Executive Director
• Facilitate the proper documentation of infrastructure development projects of the PSHS System

Qualifications:

• Must be a licensed civil engineer with background in government procurement
• Must have at least 3 years of experience in civil works

This job is for a period of 6 months renewable to 1 year at the option of PSHS System. Interested applicants may send their application letter, resume and photocopy of license to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it on or before 27 January 2012.

Send your application letter and curriculum vitae to:

The Executive Director

PHILIPPINE SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL SYSTEM

Agham Road, Diliman, Quezon City

Telephone Nos: 924-0639, 926-3137, 434-1066

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Re: Chickenpox (Varicella)

In the months of October and November last year the medical clinic noted an increased incidence of chickenpox or “bulutong-tubig” among our students. As such, an advisory was issued last October 13, 2011 on this illness as part of the school’s disease prevention and health information. For the month of December the incidence decreased to two students affected and for this month (January 2012) one student already had the disease.

To reiterate, acute varicella infection or “bulutong tubig” is a highly contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV) and is acquired by direct contact with a patient having the same illness (primary infection) or with herpes zoster (secondary infection). This usually affects children 5-10 years of age but occurs in any age. The period of communicability starts 1-2 days before the onset of rashes and lasts until all the lesions have become encrusted. Incubation period is from 1 to 3 weeks.

The signs and symptoms include: fever, headache, body malaise, muscle and joint pains as well as other flu-like manifestations. There is a characteristic itchy rash which starts as reddish areas progressing to papules and vesicles that eventually crusts. These lesions usually start in the trunk and spread to include the face and extremities. Crusts eventually fall off in 1 to 2 weeks, longer in those with low immune respons

Complications are not common but may occur and include: secondary bacterial skin infections, otitis media, pneumonia, Reye’s syndrome, and encephalitis/meningitis.

Treatment consists of paracetamol for fever, antihistamines for itchiness and antiviral tablets. The infected person should be kept in isolation during the acute phase to avoid spread of the disease. This usually lasts for two weeks.

The best prevention is through vaccination and good personal hygiene. For those who have been vaccinated in childhood (one dose) a booster shot is recommended and for those who have not receive the vaccine two doses at a minimum of 4 weeks interval is recommended.

To protect other members of the community, the school follows the two week isolation period. Avoiding contact with infected persons is advised especially for those who are or might be pregnant.

Corazon B. Batoon, MD, DPPS

School Physician