Mr. Jhon Rex D. Malones, an outstanding STEM student of the University of the East-Caloocan, has once again brought pride to his institution and the nation by being named a recipient of the prestigious Department of Science and Technology-Youth Excellence in Science Award — and for the fourth consecutive year!

This remarkable accomplishment highlights this Grade 12 Warrior’s unwavering commitment, exceptional talent and relentless pursuit of excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

The DOST YES Award is a highly coveted recognition given to young individuals who have achieved outstanding feats in STEM. The accompanying YES medal, which was awarded to Mr. Malones earlier this January, is a testament to the DOST’s acknowledgment of the extraordinary achievements of young Filipinos in STEM.

This honor also underscores the DOST’s commitment to promoting diversity in STEM, sustaining education and career pathways in the field, and fostering scientific and technological progress in the Philippines. It aligns with the Department’s mission to cultivate a robust science culture and produce a highly skilled workforce of STEM professionals.

What makes Mr. Malones’ achievement even more remarkable is that this marks the fourth consecutive year to receive this prestigious award. His consistent excellence over the years while being a UE student serves as an inspiration to his peers and a testament to the power of hard work, determination and a passion for learning.

In the past year alone, Mr. Malones has participated in numerous international STEM competitions and emerged victorious in many of them.

In Science, he earned the Gold Award in the highly competitive Hong Kong International Science Olympiad. In Mathematics, he showcased his outstanding problem-solving skills and mathematical acumen, winning the Bronze Medal in the World International Mathematical Olympiad: Battle of the Golds; the Gold Award in the Hong Kong International Mathematical Olympiad; the Silver Award in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Mathematical Olympiad; the Gold Award at the Thailand International Mathematical Olympiad; and the Gold Award in the Philippine International Mathematical Olympiad.

Additionally, he secured three Gold Awards at the Philippine International Mathematics and Science Olympiad. And in Technology, Mr. Malones demonstrated exceptional programming proficiency, clinching the Gold Award in the Hong Kong International Computational Olympiad-Python Category.

These impressive achievements not only highlight his brilliance but also reflect the high-quality STEM education and training provided by the UE Basic Education Department-Caloocan.

Mr. Malones’ success is the combined result of his dedication and the exceptional guidance of his trainers. For Mathematics, he has been mentored by Mr. Royden Erenea and Mrs. Alvert Loie Baylon-Ramos. For Science, his trainers have included Mr. Karlo Vincent John Calanog, Mrs. Alyssa Marie Paisan-Sobreviñas, Mr. Marvic Kaizz Sobreviñas, Ms. Gladys H. Hamor, Mrs. Mary Jean A. Dela Cruz-San Luis and Mrs. Mary Joy Demausa-Dela Peña. For Technology, he was trained by Mr. John Cristian Ramos.

Mr. Malones’ story is a powerful reminder of the importance of investing in STEM education and nurturing the talents of our youth. Institutions like the University of the East-Caloocan and the DOST play a vital role in enabling young individuals like him to reach their full potential and contribute significantly to the advancement of science and technology in the Philippines. As we celebrate the achievements of Mr. Jhon Rex D. Malones, let us also be inspired to continue promoting STEM education and creating more opportunities for our youth to thrive in these fields.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, STEM Warrior!

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