2005 News Items

Metrobank-MTAP-DepEd Math Challenge Launched - October 18, 2005

The Metrobank Foundation, Department of Education (DepEd) and Mathematics Teachers Association of the Philippines (MTAP) have formally launched today the 2006 Metrobank-MTAP-DepEd Math Challenge through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing held at the DepEd central office in Pasig City...[read more]

Metrobank Foundation, DepEd Signs Agreement for Search for Outstanding Teachers - October 18, 2005

Metrobank Foundation formally launched today the 2006 Search for Outstanding Teachers highlighted by a Memorandum Of Agreement (MOA) signing with the Department of Education (DepEd)...[read more]

Art and Design Excellence Winners Awarded - October 6, 2005

Metrobank Foundation recently awarded winners of the Metrobank Art and Design Excellence national competition in grand ceremonies held at Le Pavillon...[read more]

Metrobank Winners in Annual Painting Tilt Awarded - October 6, 2005

In grand ceremonies held at the Le Pavillon, the Metrobank Foundation awarded its 21st batch of painting winners under the newly expanded Metrobank Arts and Design Excellence national competition...[read more]

Prize for Achievement in Sculpture Awarded - October 6, 2005

Mr. Duddley Diaz, a Filipino sculptor based in Italy, received this year’s Metrobank Prize for Achievement in Sculpture (MPAS), an award of distinction under the Metrobank Art and Design Excellence (MADE) Program of the Metrobank Foundation...[read more]

Cebuano Architect Awarded National Plum - October 6, 2005

Noel K. Tan, an architect born, raised and currently based in Cebu City, was recently awarded the grand prize in the architecture competition under the Metrobank Art and Design Excellence or MADE Program...[read more]

“Vinta” Concept Awarded Top Prize in Interior Design - October 6, 2005

A Muslim vinta, the swift native outrigger with a rainbow-striped sail, inspired the design concept of an island resort clubhouse, the “Vinta Beach and Yacht Club”, which bagged the grand prize in the interior design competition under the Metrobank Art and Design Excellence or MADE Program...[read more]

GMA Confers Award to Metrobank Foundation’s Outstanding Teachers - August 30, 2005

Ten distinguished teachers from different parts of the country who emerged winners in this year’s Metrobank Foundation Search for Outstanding Teachers received their gold medallions from President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo in ceremonies held at the Malacañan Palace...[read more]

Search for Best COPS is On - August 22, 2005

The Metrobank Foundation and Rotary of Club of New Manila East (RCNME) – R.I. 3780 calls on all members of the Philippine National Police to join the 2006 Metrobank Foundation Search for the Country’s Outstanding Policemen in Service (COPS)...[read more]

Final Judging Of The Search For Outstanding Teachers Held - August 02 , 2005

Metrobank Foundation recently held the final interviews for the 21st Search for Outstanding Teachers. Twenty finalists from more than 214 nominees from around the country are vying for the awards...[read more]

Sen. Pangilinan, Justice Gutierrez lead Final Board of Judges of Search for Outstanding Teachers 2005 - August 02, 2005

A roster of distinguished individuals and personalities headed by Senator Francis Pangilinan and Supreme Court Associate Justice Angelina Sandoval-Gutierrez comprised the members of the Final Board of Judges of the 2005 Metrobank Foundation Search for Outstanding Teachers...[read more]

Metrobank Foundation Bags 2004 Asian CSR Award - July 11, 2005

The Metrobank Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the Metrobank Group bagged the 2004 Asian CSR Awards for its various education programs besting 197 other entries from among 110 companies in 15 countries...[read more]

Books on Outstanding Teachers Launched - July 11, 2005

On the occasion of the 20th anniversary celebration of The Metrobank Foundation Search for Outstanding Teachers, the Foundation published the book "Ten Outstanding Filipino Teachers" authored by award-winning Dr. Queena Lee-Chua...[read more]

COPS 2005 Final Judging Process - July 11, 2005

The Metrobank Foundation, together with the Rotary Club of New Manila East concluded the Final Judging Phase of the 2005 search for the Country’s Outstanding Policemen in Service last June 1 to 2, 2005...[read more]

Outstanding Teachers: Committed to Quality Education - July 11, 2005

To reaffirm their commitment to quality education, more than 150 past and present awardees of the Metrobank Foundation Search for Outstanding Teachers gathered for the 2nd Network of Outstanding Teachers and Educators (NOTED) National Convention...[read more]

MBFI and Boysen Paint Signs Agreement for Scholarship - July 11, 2005

The Metrobank Foundation becomes an avenue for Pacific Paint (Boysen) Philippines to help underprivileged but deserving students finish their college education through the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. –Pacific Paint (Boysen) Philippines, Inc. College Scholarship Program...[read more]

TOPS Search Sets Off to Cebu - May 19, 2005

After successfully launching the 2005 Search for Outstanding Philippine Soldiers (TOPS) through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement last April 5, 2005, the Metrobank Foundation, Rotary Club of Makati Metro (RCMM) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines are now accepting applications from qualified soldiers...[read more]

PNRC Lauds Support of Metrobank Foundation - May 10, 2005

During the celebration of the 2005 Philippine National Red Cross Fund Drive Launch and Donor’s Forum last April 26, Senator Richard Gordon, who is also the Chairman and CEO of the PNRC lauded the Metrobank Foundation’s support for the latter’s effort in the field of public service...[read more]

Metrobank Foundation Helps Restore Park - May 10, 2005

On the occasion of the inauguration and blessing of the new Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz in Binondo last April 28, the Metrobank Foundation headed by its Chairman, Dr. George S.K. Ty turned over a check amounting to P 3 Million to the City of Manila to help defray expenses for the renovation and maintenance of the former Binondo Plaza...[read more]

Metrobank, Rotary, AFP Launch Search For Top Soldiers; Signs Agreement - April 15, 2005

The Metrobank Foundation and Rotary Club of Makati Metro, together with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), recently launched the 2005 search for The Outstanding Philippine Soldiers (TOPS) in simple rites held at the Manila Golf Club in Makati City...[read more]

Metrobank Math Challenge: A New Breed Of Young Math Wizards - April 15, 2005

Young math enthusiasts who hurdled several stiff competition levels emerged as winners in the 2005 Metrobank-MTAP-DepEd Math Challenge. The 18 elementary and high school students who won the top prizes received their awards in ceremonies held at the Metrobank Plaza in Makati City...[read more]

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