XAVIER MAGIS AWARDS INSTRUCTIONS for the ONLINE NOIMINATIONS As you begin the nominations, remind the students

once again to take the nominations process seriously and to reflect well on their choice of nominees. If time permits, a quick review of the awards may be done. Emphasize that in order for the nomination to register, the following steps should be strictly followed so we request that you explain the following steps and guide the class through it:

1. Go to https://xmavote.xs.edu.ph 2. Click the I am Student tab. 3. Enter user code(student number) and password(see attached list; distribute individual strips of paper after explaining the instructions). Remind students to keep their passwords confidential all throughout the nomination period(Jan15-24). 4. Select the section and name of the student you want to nominate. If you are not sure of the full name and section of the nominee, you may use the search function. 5. Click the corresponding award you are nominating the student for. 6. Fill up the text boxes with your reason/s for nominating that student (strengths) and his area/s for improvement (weaknesses). 7. Once finished, click Nominate, then OK. (Do not forget to do this so your nomination will be registered by the system.) 8. Kindly also remind your class that they may still make their nominations during their own free time, as long as it is within the nomination period: Jan 15-24 AND as long they are within the XS campus.
NB: Once the last OK button is pressed, the nomination is already saved and may not be accessed anymore even by the nominator himself. Remind the students to carefully go through their nominations.
(see back page for reminders)

Reminders: 1. Students may nominate for the following awards: a. Xavier Award (ALL students may be nominated) b. Magis Award (for ALL G9-H4 students) c. Horacio dela Costa Leadership Award d. Richie Fernando Service Award e. Rafael Cortina Exemplary Athlete Award (For the last 3 awards, ONLY H4 students may be nominated, though nominations are accepted from all G9-H4 students) 2. Students may nominate more than one person for each of the awards. 3. Students may nominate students from other sections and/or year levels. 4. Each nomination shall be substantiated under the reasons for nomination and areas for improvement. 5. Students may abstain if they think they do not know of any student who is deserving of the awards. But still, please do encourage such students to think again in consideration of the criteria and the students they have encountered this year. 6. When time is up or when everyone is done, please supervise the students up to wherever they need to be after their scheduled nominations.

Thank you very much for your assistance and cooperation!

XAVIER-MAGIS AWARDS (XMA) SY 2013-2014

THE AWARDS: ! XAVIER AWARD ! MAGIS AWARD ! HORACIO DELA COSTA LEADERSHIP AWARD ! RICHIE FERNANDO SERVICE AWARD ! RAFAEL CORTINA EXEMPLARY ATHLETE AWARD Nominees are expected to have the following INITIAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. At least a grade of B in all subjects in all quarters (for the Xavier Award) 2. At least a grade of D in all subjects (for the Magis, Leadership, Service, and Exemplary Athlete Awards). 3. No disciplinary record of Reprimand, Disciplinary Warning Status, or Disciplinary Probation Status. 4. Be a member of at least one club. Nominees are also expected to manifest the 6Cs as seen in the following characteristics: Conscience " Ruled by a well-educated conscience " Honest " Prayerful Character A continuing learner (develops his talents and skills; accepts suggestions and corrections well; explores other areas of growth and development) Strives to develop a pleasant personality Responsible, dependable and trustworthy Actively involved in co-curricular and/or extra-curricular activities Assumes responsibility for his own actions Self-disciplined (observes proper behavior at all times) Community Has smooth interpersonal relationships A positive influence to others. Supports others Promotes the welfare of the community rather than personal interests Respects the views of others Respects the uniqueness of others Competence Values the importance of hard work Compassion Generous with his time, talents, and resources Involved in voluntary service-oriented activities and projects Aware of and sensitive to the needs of others Driven to respond to the needs of others in whatever manner he can Selfless (expects no rewards; puts the needs of others ahead of his own) Committed to justice and service Lives out his faith

Culture Participates in school activities promoting the Chinese-Filipino heritage Has some facility in the languages Recognizes himself as a member of Philippine society and accepts his responsibility to contribute to its betterment in his own little way Respects cultures different from his own In addition to the initial requirements, the following are expected of the nominees for the specific awards: XAVIER AWARD The Xavier Award is the highest award given to a student who, in the judgment of his teachers and peers, embodies to an outstanding degree, the ideals of Xavier School as described in the profile of the Xavier Graduate. Practices discernment before taking action Knows the value of reflection and periodically engages in it Exudes confidence (has a healthy self-image; has a can do attitude) Persistent, driven Exercises prudence and possesses the ability to govern and discipline oneself Able to peacefully and effectively work with those who are different from him Fosters a spirit of cooperation Produces tangible results A people-mover Inspires others to contribute to the community through his example Academically competent Has an unyielding determination to finish a task Diligent and deliberate in his effort to produce the best work he is capable of Has a well-rounded personality as evidenced by his varied interests

MAGIS AWARD The Magis Award is given to a student who constantly strives to develop his potentials to the full, gives his all in everything he does, or to a student who is able to overcome an extraordinary adverse life situation. Works effectively with others Has an unyielding determination to finish a task Diligent and deliberate in his effort to produce the best work he is capable of

b. RICHIE FERNANDO SERVICE AWARD The Richie Fernando Service Award is given to a graduating student who, through his active participation in projects for the upliftment of the materially poor and marginalized, strives to live out the ideals of Xavier School of being a man for others, endowed with a passion for justice. Works effectively with others

c. HORACIO DE LA COSTA LEADERSHIP AWARD The Horacio de la Costa Leadership Award is given to a graduating student who, in his high school years, has been a prime mover, good influence, and inspiration to organizations, projects, and activities that have produced significant results and impact in the school community.

Practices discernment before taking action Exudes confidence (has a healthy self-image; has a can do attitude) Persistent, driven Able to peacefully and effectively work with those who are different from him Fosters a spirit of cooperation Produces tangible results A people-mover Inspires others to contribute to the community through his example Has an unyielding determination to finish a task Diligent and deliberate in his effort to produce the best work he is capable of Has a well-rounded personality as evidenced by his varied interests

d. RAFAEL CORTINA EXEMPLARY ATHLETE AWARD The Rafael Cortina Exemplary Athlete Award is bestowed upon a graduating student who exemplifies outstanding performance and exemplary character in his sport and has moreover shown competence in his studies. More specifically, this award recognizes an athlete who embodies the ideals of a Xaverian by the way he plays, and by the way he conducts himself, thus leading others to live out the values of Xavier School on and off the playing field. strives to maximize his skills in his field of sport fair at play, and mindful that he is not only representing himself and his team, but also the entire Xavier School community works effectively with others and brings out the best in his fellow athletes

PLEASE TAKE NOTE:

! ! ! ! ! XAVIER AWARD (for all grade/year levels) MAGIS AWARD (from Grade9 to High4) HORACIO DELA COSTA LEADERSHIP AWARD (for High4 only) RICHIE FERNANDO SERVICE AWARD (for High4 only) RAFAEL CORTINA EXEMPLARY ATHLETE AWARD (for High4 only)

While some of the awards are just for certain grade/year levels only, nominations from other levels are still accepted.