Our Happy Dream Team


Management Board

Ninalyn “Nina” Sulit Cacananta
Founder and Managing Director
Ms. Nina graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Colegio de San Juan de Letran, Calamba, Philippines and is a Philippines Certified Public Accountant. She has a great passion for continuous learning and improvement to be the best she could be that is why she was inspired to build the school. She would like to make a positive difference to the society, empathize with them and put her heart and soul as if it is her own to be able to achieve and accomplish the best results. Through her positive mindset and her leadership, the HFSE community is able to progress and believe that every child can and will succeed, one happy family at a time.

Christina “Tin’ Bacolod Labrador
Principal
Ms. Tin has earned a Masters of Arts Major in Psychology from University of Santo Tomas and graduated with honors (Magna Cum Laude) of Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Palawan State University, Philippines. She is a dedicated and influential leader who is able to inspire the team through leading by example. Teaching has always been her passion because she believes that this is a great avenue for her to reach out and create a positive impact to people’s lives.

Christine ‘Christine” Sim
Chairman
Ms. Christine’s favourite symbol is the butterfly as it represents “the power of positive change”. Her motto in life is to ‘live life with few regrets’. Her strong social mission is to empower more individuals to unlock their potential so that they can create more good in today’s society, just like what her mentors did for her years ago. True to her mission, Ms. Christine has greatly assisted in empowering HFSEans to pursue greater heights.

Maria Edlyn “Eds” Dela Cruz
Board Member
Ms. Eds is currently a Deputy Director & Branch Manager of Synergy Financial Advisers Pte. Ltd. managing a team of highly dedicated financial advisors providing tailored solutions in the areas of wealth and risk management serving individuals, families and businesses. Aside from providing financial advisory, she is also dedicated and passionate to look after the overall well being of the HFSE community.
Academic & Examination Board

Norma Bardos-Villamor
Academic Chairman
Ms. Norma has fully equipped herself with pursuing her Masters of Arts in Education in Guidance and Counselling and Physical Education. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Music and Elementary Education Specializing in Preschool Education. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate of Education from Laguna State Polytechnic University. Above and beyond her credentials, she is an Educator, a Mentor and Advocate for the children and youth. She is very driven with a generous heart to encourage, impact people and make a difference.

Christina “Tin’ Bacolod Labrador
Board Member
Ms. Tin has earned a Masters of Arts Major in Psychology from University of Santo Tomas and graduated with honors (Magna Cum Laude) of Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Palawan State University, Philippines. She is a dedicated and influential leader who is able to inspire the team through leading by example. Teaching has always been her passion because she believes that this is a great avenue for her to reach out and create a positive impact to people’s lives.

Ezzat "Ezzat" Reza Chew
Board Member
Mr. Ezzat is a graduate with Diploma in Management Studies from SIM University and Diploma in Digital Media Design from Nanyang Polytechnic. He is able to establish good rapport with people of all ages thus allowing him to relate easily to the students. Understanding the challenge studying mathematics may bring, he is adept at generating creative and new ideas on how to easily understand and enjoy mathematics. Aside from assisting the students academically, the students also look up to Mr Ezzat for any advice.

Low “Wai Chung” Wai Chung
Board Member
Mr. Wai Chung is a graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Sciences from University of Southampton. He believes that the best way to learning something is by teaching. He takes his work seriously and a patient person and ensures that all the students specially under his care is attended to. He has a nurturing character and brings his smile with him everyday which explains why his students freely approach him and find refuge in him.
Organisational Structure


The Educational Rockstars

Christina “Tin’ Bacolod Labrador
Principal
Ms. Tin has earned a Masters of Arts Major in Psychology from University of Santo Tomas and graduated with honors (Magna Cum Laude) of Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Palawan State University, Philippines. She is a dedicated and influential leader who is able to inspire the team through leading by example. Teaching has always been her passion because she believes that this is a great avenue for her to reach out and create a positive impact to people’s lives.

Sulochana "Sulo" Naidu D/O Letchumanapathy
English Subject Representative
Ms. Sulo is a graduate of Specialist Diploma in Applied Learning and Teaching from Republic Polytechnic and also earned a Diploma in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. She also has a Diploma in Life Coaching which is her foundation when coaching the Upper Primary students. She has a deep love for the English language which she generously shares and inspires the students with. She is a dedicated teacher and encourages her students to continue learning and not to limit their learning within the school only. She may be strict, but deep within this facade comes from her bigger desire to build the character of each and every student we have.

Alexandra "Alex" Kasilag
English Teacher
Ms. Alex is a graduate of Bachelor of Arts degree with major in English under CAP College Philippines. She also has a Certification in Early Childhood Care and Education from Advent Links SAUC Pte Singpore. Her teaching experience in pre-school students has contributed to her warm reception and sensitivity to the children’s needs. Through this, our lower level students are able to gradually adjust to primary school life. Ms. Alex is very patient with all her students and is able to ensure that each one is attended to and that nobody is left behind. She has a good command of the English language which allows her to capture her student’s attention. Above all, Ms. Alex has earned her students love and respect to reciprocate the open arms that she extends to each and every student she has.

Jamielyn Rae "Jamie" Buenavista
English Teacher
Ms. Jamie is a graduate in Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics from Siliman University, Philippines. She first started her teaching stint with Singapore’s local school as a Support Teacher. Knowing that students face different challenges and different needs, she decided to reach out to more students by being a teacher. She clamoured to reach out for more student that is why she opted to teach on a full time basis. She took this role by heart and dedicated herself to Knowing the sensitivities of the students, to be addressed. about her enthusiasm to reach out to more childand assist the children knowing that each and every child has different needs to be addressed. Her concern for each student has earned her student’s love and respect for her.

Hermilita "Lhen" Mendoza
Filipino Subject Head
Ms. Lhen is a graduate in Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from University of Caloocan, Philippines. She has a rich experience in teaching students from primary level to university students. She is able to reach out to all ages and engage them to learn and appreciate the Philippines, its language, people and its culture alike. She is understanding and ready to extend a helping hand that is why her students are able to approach her for anything.

Ezzat "Ezzat" Reza Chew
Mathematics Subject Head
Mr. Ezzat is a graduate with Diploma in Management Studies from SIM University and Diploma in Digital Media Design from Nanyang Polytechnic. He is able to establish good rapport with people of all ages thus allowing him to relate easily to the students. Understanding the challenge studying mathematics may bring, he is adept at generating creative and new ideas on how to easily understand and enjoy mathematics. Aside from assisting the students academically, the students also look up to Mr Ezzat for any advice.

Balakrishnan "Kumeran" Kumeran
Mathematics Teacher
Mr. Kumeran is a graduate with a Diploma of Education from the National Institute of Education. His teaching experience of over a decade ranges from being a General Education Officer of Ministry of Education to a Teacher and Curriculum Developer has pushed him to constantly develop new methods of pedagogy to achieve new levels of excellence. He has an immense satisfaction from helping students bridge gaps in their learning, His. He is a jovial person who ensures a safe, structured, and fun environment for his students to grow with mutual respect. He hopes to influence his students love Mathematics as much as he does.

Lakshmi "Lakshmi" D/O Kaliaperumal
Mathematics Teacher
Ms. Lakshmi is a graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics from Singapore University of Social Science and earned Specialist Diploma in Teaching and Learning from National Institute of Education, Singapore. She is a passionate educator who is motivated by the belief that all children can be successful learners. She has helped countless students appreciate and excel in Mathematics, both from the local and international schools. By incorporating class discussions, open-ended questions, and cooperative learning, she is able to facilitate a highly interactive and inquisitive class atmosphere.

Oh "Patrick" Wei Lih
Mathematics Teacher
Mr. Patrick has a Diploma in Film, Sound and Video from Ngee Ann Polytechnic. His experience in relief teaching in the local school and tutorial services has brought about his passion to reach out and teach more children and be able to impact their lives on a long term basis. His students always look forward to the creative and fun activities he has prepared for his class. He is able to train his students through trusting their capabilities, which earned his student’s trust and respect to him as well.

Low “Wai Chung” Wai Chung
Mathematics Teacher
Mr. Wai Chung is a graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Sciences from University of Southampton. He believes that the best way to learning something is by teaching. He takes his work seriously and a patient person and ensures that all the students specially under his care is attended to. He has a nurturing character and brings his smile with him everyday which explains why his students freely approach him and find refuge in him.

Medelyn "Medelyn" Ruth Azucena
Social Studies Teacher
Ms. Meds has earned a Master of Arts in Educational Psychology from the University of the Philippines and a graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Economics from Polytechnic University of the Philippines. She also studied Early Childhood Care and Education from Asian International College. Armed with 16 years of experience teaching Social Studies, Economics, and Christian Living, she is able to develop creative lessons that focus on core subjects and age-appropriate activities that develop the children’s physical, intellectual, emotional and social growth. Ms. Meds is compassionate and is adept at understanding her student needs and behaviour.

Myravel "Myra" Bandagosa
Science Subject Head and Filipino Teacher
Ms. Myra is a graduate in Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in Biology from Philippine Normal University. Her rich knowledge in teaching supported by years of teaching experience has equipped her to teach our students in an interesting and exciting manner that challenges them to know more, even outside of school. Aside from encouraging her students to strive for excellence in school, Ms. Myra has a genuine concern to the student’s overall well being. Thus, every student can openly approach her for school or personal related matters.

Marrie Aines "Mae" Juni
Science Teacher
Ms. Mae completed as Associate in Computer Technology in STI. She homeschooled her son together with other students and did a lot of volunteer work. Through this, she was able to unravel the joy in teaching and interacting with people. True enough, her patience and happy disposition has made her one teacher that students listen to and approach.
The Enthusiastic Non-Teaching Staff

Maria Corazon “Corrie” Reyes Alde
HR Manager
Ms. Corrie is a graduate with Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing Management and Asian Studies from De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines. She is customer focused and leaves an open door for everyone. She is empathic and her core intention is to be able to establish genuine relationships within and outside of HFSE.

Joanalyn "Jill" Sulit
Compliance Officer
Ms. Jill is a graduate of Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering from University of Perpetual Help System Laguna. She is very organized and well versed with process making. She has an eye for detail and works closely with Admin & Operations. She is a silent worker who is committed and dedicated and ensures that the school operates smoothly and able to cater to all its HFSE Community and its Partners.

Dynah "Dynah" Camantigue-Geronimo
Admissions Officer
Ms. Dyna Geronimo is a graduate of Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from the Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines. Her exposure to different kinds of people in her previous work experience has allowed her to embrace and take delight in meeting people from all walks of life. She is accommodating and has a good command of the language which enables her to communicate important details, specially to our new comers.

Emi Lou “Elou” Bernardo
Academic Assistant
Ms. Elou is a graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with Magna Cum Laude honor from Far Eastern University, Philippines. Her working experience in different departments has prepared her to adapt to any given circumstance. She is very dedicated and focused and can be depended on. She is accommodating and receptive that is why the students are able to approach her for any assistance needed.

Janice "Jans" Sadaran
Marketing Officer & IT Support
Ms. Jans is a graduate with Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Studies from University of St. La Salle, Bacolod, Philippines. Through her rich and diverse experiences, she has enhanced her ability to look into details and adapt to different scenarios. She has excellent communication and technical skills. More importantly, Ms. Jans is conscientious and she has an exemplary intent to help in any way she can.

Maria Luz "Luz" Pizana
Accounts Officer
Ms. Luz is a graduate with Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy from University of Bohol, Philippines. She is dedicated and committed and always ready to help. Aside from her fascination in numbers, she also has a big heart for the students and would pause whatever she is doing to assist any child in need.

Lucila "Lucille" Arellano
Student Affairs Officer
Ms. Lucille is a graduate with Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy from Polytechnic University of the Philippines. She has excellent interpersonal skills and strong inclination to help which brought forth establishment of good relationships within and outside the HFSE Community. She is naturally warm hearted and you will definitely agree with us on this once you meet her.

Clark Kiervin "Kier" Oliquino
Virtual Assistant - Graphics

Jo Ann "Jo" Clemente
Virtual Assistant - Academics

John Lloyd "Lloyd" Tulad
Virtual Assistant - Graphics

Loisa "Lois" Nucup Buno
Virtual Assistant - Content