IP this SUNDAY, 2/22!

Parent/Family Update, February 19, 2026

Time-Sensitive Reminders

• M-Z Families Host Merienda - FILIPINO BREAKFAST
• Student/Performer Questionnaire
• IP Schedule January to July 2026, includes 5/31 Anniversary Showcase info
• SUBMIT A RECIPE to our IP COMMUNITY COOKBOOK by Feb 28
• Submit IP BOARD NOMINATIONS by Mar 7
• Stay Connected via WhatsApp

Dear Families,

Belated Happy V Day to all! The first ever IP Valentine's Dream Dance was a success! Thank you for all who came and danced with us. Check IP Facebook Page for all the shared posts! We can't wait to see everyone again at IP this Sunday, 2/22!

- IP Staff/Volunteers

Before School Extracurriculars

• 12:15 to 1:15
• IP Rondalla Beginner 1, 2 & Intermediate Lessons (Lower Floor Classrooms)

School-Age Children's Program (SCP)

• 1:15 Family Check-In Begins - nametags required (see note below)
• 1:30 Community Assembly (Downstairs Hall)
• Binhi, IP Lab, Music, Dance Classes Begin
• 3:10 Merienda (Righellis Hall)
• M-Z Families Host Merienda - FILIPINO BREAKFAST
• Classes Resume
• 5:05 - 5:15 Clean-Up & Dismissal (Binhi dismissed after Merienda)

*IP Dance Team Immediate and IP Rondalla Ensemble rehearses after IP.

Thanks for your patience as we iron out our process. Here is what you need to know:

• Your name badge is your "ID." We're working on replacing the old ones.
• Check your family in at the Welcome Desk and pick up your nametags.
• Return your nametags when you leave and be sure to sign out.

DANCE TEAM, RONDALLA, AV TEAM AND TEACHERS:

If you arrive before or after Welcome Desk hours, please be sure to sign in/out in the attendance logbook. You can pick up your nametags after 1:15 pm.

Thank you for helping us keep everything organized and safe for everyone!

See Signup Below!

2/1/26 Newsletter with IP SCHEDULE JANUARY TO JULY 2026 and Anniversary Showcase Info

The submission form is open now! The form closes on Saturday February 28, so don't wait! Fill it out too just to let us know if you'd like a copy (this helps us decide how many to print).

Submit a recipe or a merienda/food item you need to have a recipe of! As we celebrate IP’s 50th Anniversary, we’re creating a commemorative cookbook filled with the flavors that have nourished our community through the years. We invite all Iskwelahang Pilipino families and alumni to share a favorite recipe—whether it’s a merienda classic, a Lutuan or Rondalla or Dance class favorite, or a dish that reminds you of your time at IP. Let’s capture the stories, traditions, and tastes that connect us across generations. Submit your recipe by Feb 28 and be part of this special keepsake honoring 50 years of culture, community, and heritage.

Join our Iskwelahang Pilipino Group Chat (2025-2026) to connect with other IP families!

https://chat.whatsapp.com/IaWTlzgNWhx9SSbhnkn89w

January

NOTE: Rondalla Ensemble rehearsals are every Sunday for both the IP Anniversary and the Summer Concert Tour, except where noted. January Rehearsal Days prioritize Rondalla Ensemble.

1/3* SAT Rehearsal Day: IP Rondalla Ensemble

1/4 SUN Balik IP - Retreat for Upper School Students & Alumni
Rehearsal: Intermediate Dance Team Cast for 1/5

1/5* MON IP Dance Team Performance, City of Lynn

1/11 SUN Teachers Meeting
Rehearsal: Rondalla Ensemble

1/18 SUN No Rondalla Rehearsal (Holiday weekend)

1/19 MON Rehearsal Day: Rondalla Choreography

1/25 POSTPONED DUE TO SNOW IP Sunday 6 (All Students)/Meet the Board
Rehearsal: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble

1/31 SAT Rehearsal Day: Rondalla Choreo, Dance Team

February

NOTE: Rehearsal Days will prioritize Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, and Summer Concert Tour shows, Kalipay & Gamay and Rondalla Mixtape.

2/1 IP Sunday/Meet the Board/Board Meeting (Snow Make Up Day)
Rehearsal: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble

A-G Families Host Merienda
Rehearsal: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay (Hold)

2/8 IP Sunday 7 Early Release
Rehearsal: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay (TBA)

2/14 SAT IP Family Valentine Dreams Dance
Rehearsal: Dance Team (Confirmed), Kalipay (TBA)

2/15 SUN Rehearsal Day: Rondalla Ensemble, Rondalla Pit Musicians, Kalipay
NOTE: Holiday weekend & public school vacation week

2/22 IP Sunday 8
Rehearsal: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay (TBA)

2/28 SAT Caroling Party (tentative)

March

NOTE: IP has the Church booked every weekend, except for holy days. Rehearsal Days will prioritize choreography, Dance Team and Rondalla Ensemble. Anniversary show and NEFFA performers will rehearse primarily on IP Sundays, though some performers may be called for small group rehearsals on Rehearsal Days.

3/1 SUN Production Day: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay

3/8 IP Sunday 9/Lowell Meeting (Daylight Saving Begins)
Rehearsal: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay

3/14* SAT Performance: Rondalla Ensemble, Boston College

3/15 SUN Rehearsal Day: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay

3/22 IP Sunday 10
Rehearsal: NEFFA, Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay

3/29 IP Sunday 11/March Board Meeting
Rehearsal: NEFFA, Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay

April

NOTE: No Dance Team and Rondalla Performance bookings this month. Production Sundays and some Saturdays will emphasize dance, NEFFA, and rondalla. Anniversary show performers will rehearse primarily on IP Sundays, though some performers may be called for small group rehearsals on Production Sundays.and other scenes from the Anniversary Showcase.

4/4* SAT Production Day: Show Cast, Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay, NEFFA

4/5 Easter Sunday, No Rehearsal

4/11* SAT Production Day: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay

4/12* IP Sunday 12 Tea Musicale/Lowell Sign Ups
Rehearsal: NEFFA, Rondalla, Kalipay

4/18* SAT Prep/Rehearsal Day: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay

4/19 SUN Prep/Rehearsal Day: NEFFA Cast, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay
NOTE: Holiday weekend & public school vacation week

4/20* MON Prep/Rehearsal Day: NEFFA Cast (Alt), Rondalla Ensemble (Alt), Kalipay (Hold, Alt)

4/25* SAT NEFFA/IP Dance Recital

4/26 IP Sunday 13 Palaro Olympiks/Full Cast Rehearsal
Rehearsal: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay

May/Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

NOTE: Expect full cast rehearsals for every Sunday in May and time spent putting the finishing touches on costumes, sets, and audience engagement projects.

5/3 IP Sunday 14:Prep/Rehearsal/Board Meeting

Rehearsal: Dance Team, Rondalla Ensemble, Kalipay (Hold)

5/10 IP Sunday 15/Mother’s Day/Prep/Rehearsal

5/17 IP Sunday 16: Prep/Rehearsal

5/24 SUN FULL CAST Dress Rehearsal (Alt)
Performance: Dance Team at Mayfair Harvard Square AAHM Event. (Tentative)

5/25 MON FULL CAST Dress Rehearsal (Memorial Day)

5/29 FRI Prep Day: Crew Load In

5/30 SAT FULL CAST Tech & Dress Rehearsal

5/31 IP Sunday: Anniversary Showcase (FULL CAST)/Strike & Load Out

June

To be scheduled:

Spring Teacher Meeting

Spring Cleaning

Teacher Appreciation

NOTE: No church access in June

6/1 MON Strike & Load Out (Alt)

6/7* Rondalla/Kalipay Show Rehearsal

6/14* Rondalla/Kalipay Show Rehearsal

6/19* FRI Rondalla/Kalipay Show Rehearsal

6/20* SAT Rondalla/Kalipay Show Rehearsal

6/21* SUN Rondalla/Kalipay Show Rehearsal

6/27* SAT Rondalla/Kalipay Tech Rehearsal & Dress Rehearsal

6/28* SUN Rondalla/Kalipay Tour Send-Off Show, Strike, Load Out

6/30* TUE Rondalla Tour Begins

July

7/11 SAT Lowell Workshop

7/14* TUE Rondalla Tour Ends

7/22 WED Lowell Workshop

7/24* FRI Lowell Festival

7/25* SAT Lowell Festival

7/26* SUN Lowell Festival

7/31-8/2* FRI-SAT OGIP Reunion Weekend Begins - CONFIRMED

August (Proposed)

8/2* SAT OGIP Reunion/Family Day - CONFIRMED

8/3 or 8/9 SUN Lowell Appreciation

8/16 SUN Board Retreat/Training (Tentative)

8/30 SUN Teachers Kickoff Meeting (Tentative)

September to December (Proposed)

9/13 or 9/20 SUN Opening Day

9/20 or 9/27 Lesson 1

11/21 SAT or 12/5 SAT Tiangge/Holiday Bazaar

12/13 IP Sunday Pasko Celebration

12/20 IP Sunday Pasko Celebration (snow day)