Southeastern College

The origins of Southeastern College could be traced back to a two storey-structure built during the 1940s. Gov. Eulogio Rodriguez (Rizal) proposed to Dr. Canuto Manuel that a four room structure be built within the latter's property. This became Pasay High School , a branch of Rizal High School in Pasig . Classes opened on June 1941. These classes were disrupted however on December 8, 1941 , due to the Japanese attack. The school remained closed even after 1945 due to an instruction released by the Office of the Governor. Private schools saw the potential of Pasay High School thus, when government ceased to pay rent for the structure, interested parties started sending in their feelers. These events gave birth to the conceptualization of a nonsectarian school for the locality. Dr. Manuel was further encouraged by the fact that there were numerous potential students in the area. Moreover, the only pre-war non-sectarian private school was burned, hence, creating further need for a non-sectarian educational institution. Support came in from different sources. Public school teachers showed their interest in the concept of starting a non-sectarian private school in Pasay . Attorneys Emilio Zarris as well as Enrique Manaloto were also consulted. The institution's directional position determined the name of the school. In June 1946, SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE or SEC opened its doors to its first batch of students. The corporation was registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 6, 1946 , with the following Board of Trustees: Atty Emilio M Zarris (President), Mrs. Valentina T Aragon (Secretary), Mrs. Natividad H Manuel (Treasurer), Dr. Carmen T Velasquez (Board Member), Mrs. Eugenia R Mendoza (Board Member), Atty. Florencia S Santos (Board Member), and Mr. Eliseo A Ocampo (Board Member). Some of the pioneering educators of SEC were Vitalino Bernardino, Roman Lorenzo, Isabelo Tupas, Vicente Garcia, Zacarias de Vera, Blas Abella, Federico Sebastian, Christy Hernandez, Mr. And Mrs. Leon Mediran, Eliseo Ocampo, Waldo Perfecto, Moises Pragides, Maximiano San Juan, Emilio Yasay, Feliciano Tenorio, Bituin Pablo, Corazon Almendral, Pacita Velo, Primitiva Cruz, Libertad Balmaceda, Elvira Hernandez, Juanita Teano, Simeona Arevalo, Lydia Torries, Fortunata Cruz, Paz Puruganan, Priscilla Linao. The first SEC Director was Mr. Eugenio Valentino, who gave up his government position to dedicate all of his time for the College. The enthusiasm of Director was difficult to match hence, when Director Valentino passed away in 1952, looking for his replacement took some time. Mr. Lazaro P Cruz eventually succeeded Mr. Valentino. Principals in order of succession were Mr. Feliciano Castro, Mr. Juan Garcia, and Mr. Romualdo Etruiste. Mr. Lazaro Buan became the Assistant Principal of Mr. Juan Garcia.

Alumni Homecoming & 80th Founding Anniversary

Good in terms of providing education. However, they gave false hope in providing FAPE (Fund for Assistance to Private Education). They prevented the approval of it especially the head of Registrars Office. At first I have inquired and the registrar told me that FAPE is Not available at the moment although it's clearly indicated in the enrollment voucher that they've provided. Upon enrollment, one of the crew in registrar's office advised us that we can apply for it hence we're very grateful as it would be very helpful for us as only one is having a minimal regular income in the family. The amount of tuition has lessened because I have submitted all the requirements needed. However, upon the next school year enrollment, They advised us that my child is not part of the FAPE hence we need to pay the regular tuition fee amount. It was a big shocked to us because how come that my child is not included in the program even though they have lessened the tuition fee. Furthermore, One whole year has passed but they never informed us that my child has not been chosen as one of the beneficiaries of it and just learned only upon the next school year's enrollment. We're very much disappointed on this experience. I hope the management will take action on this as it will tarnish the good reputation of the school.

One of the best private school in Pasay. Excellent in teaching, reasonable tuition fee, strong in mind, body and spirit.

Excellent and nice good condition