Ten outstanding high school students in Davao City are given the Excellence in Chemistry Award for the second year by the Integrated Chemists of the Philippines- Southern Mindanao Chapter. The awardees are selected from the nominees of Secondary Schools. They are the following:
1. Colegio de San Ignacio – Daniel Dominic C. Lemana
2. Phlippine Science High School-SMC – Lemuel E. Samson
3. Daniel R. Aguinaldo NHS – Renzo Edrian G. Reyno
4. Ateneo de Davao High School – Kobe Brian F. Peteros
5. Davao Christian High School – Philip John J. Tampus
6. Brokenshire College – Rowi Mae M. Guerra
7. Holy Child Colllege of Davao – Camille Trisha C. Aguilon
8. Davao City National High School – Bliss A. Capidos
9. University of Immaculate Conception – Jennicel Jane M. Acosta
10. Davao Central High School – Melissa C. Amban
Nominees were evaluated according to: Grade in Chemistry (60%), Participation in Science/Chemistry Quizzes & Events (30%), Recommendation (10%). The top ten students are given medals and certificates.