Brief History
Engr. Ernesto Canalita and Mrs. Estela Canalita conceptualized Divine Grace School in 1987. The couple proposed three names for the institution, and Divine Grace School was ultimately approved by the Bureau of Domestic Trade. The name reflects the founders’ belief in the Divine Creator as the guiding force behind all endeavors.
The school received its permit from the Department of Education, Culture and Sports in 1987 to offer Preschool education. The following year, DGS expanded into elementary education and completed the elementary course by 1990.
Recognizing the growing need for secondary education, the founders established the High School Department. A new building was constructed across the main campus and was initially utilized by the Preschool Department. Government recognition to offer a complete secondary course was granted in 1995.
Beginning with only 22 students, DGS experienced rapid growth in enrollment over the succeeding years. To maintain quality education, the institution continuously expanded its facilities, classrooms, and educational resources.
Today, DGS remains committed to providing meaningful, holistic, and values-oriented education that develops students mentally, socially, spiritually, and physically.
Gracean Philosophy of Education
Divine Grace School, guided by its mission, adheres to these general principles which lie beneath the Gracean education:
The founders, the Board of Trustees, the administration, the faculty, staff, and students promote an environment which upholds truth, love for humanity, family solidarity, belief in God and service especially to the needy.
The school upholds an atmosphere of honesty, compassion, respect and spirituality through academic and non-academic activities, projects and programs to hone a character imbued with the school’s core values in every Gracean.
Vision
DGS envisions a community of holistically-developed, 21st century-skilled, and value-laden individuals living out a life committed to serve the Filipino society and contribute to the world community.
Mission
Our mission is to provide a strong foundation for the students to become effective communicators, socially responsible and responsive with life and career skills, and psychologically-sound individuals as members of the world community.
Goals & Objectives
We seek to fulfill our vision and mission by providing an educational program that will:
- Foster realization of one’s potential and bring out the best in every learner’s academic inclination and strength.
- Develop scientific and technological skills.
- Advance critical and creative thinking.
- Enhance human dignity and Filipino identity.
- Imbue spiritual, moral, and cultural values.
School Motto
