The Bato Balani for Science and Technology recently held the Bato Balani Science Investigatory Project (BBSIP) Challenge for School Year 2025–2026, recognizing outstanding student-led research from young scientists nationwide.

The Mabini Academy of Lipa was hailed as the champion. Runners-up included St. Mary’s Academy of Pasay, Inc.; St. Louis College (La Union); Saint Mary’s University JHS and SHS (Nueva Vizcaya); and St. Dominic College Basic Education (Cavite).

The event culminated in a March 21 Facebook livestream featuring the Bato Balani Science Excellence Awards, which honored top-performing students alongside the final round of the competition. The program also featured a segment of Pinoy Scientist Live! with Izrael Zenar Bautista of the Philippine Space Agency.

These activities are part of Bato Balani’s 45th anniversary celebration, highlighting its long-standing commitment to advancing science education in the Philippines.

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