February 16, 2008 06:16 PM Saturday

By: Aster Amoyo

If I Know

SAM INSPIRES YOUTH

FOR the past three months, multimedia teen star and Department of Education  spokesperson for the youth Sam Concepcion has been inspiring young Filipino high school students in his “SAMa-SAMa sa Eskwela” nationwide school tour.
   
Sam, who was named DepEd’s ambassador for the youth last year, has visited   around 30 schools, and over 100,000 students so far. The tour aims to visit 50 private and public schools by March, and has been to various points in the country like Pampanga, Laguna, Cebu City, Cagayan De Oro City, and Davao City.
   
“I am really enjoying it,” admits Sam. “I feel so privileged that I get this rare chance to remind, and inspire my fellow youth to not neglect their studies, and their dreams.”
   
In “SAMa-SAMa sa Eskwela,” Sam holds a mini-concert *** dialogue with the students that lasts for about an hour. The program highlights the importance of literacy, English proficiency, finding one’s talent, and excelling in school.
   
“DepEd chose a good spokesperson in Sam,” says Maia Azores of Canossa College, San Pablo, Laguna. “He is eloquent, energetic, and charming. Students really listen to him.”
   
Sam’s next stops will be at Concepcion Integrated School and Marikina High School on Feb. 18; Tanong High School and Sta. Elena High School on Feb. 20; Parang High School and Marikina High School on Feb. 22; and Concepcion High School and Marikina Heights National High School on Feb. 27.

People's Journal

http://www.journal.com.ph/index.php?issue=2008-02-16&sec=3&aid=49575

By : Edgar O. Cruz | Entertainment Editor
15 February 2008 | 9:01 AM

Department of Education spokesperson for the youth Sam Concepcion has been inspiring young Filipino high school students in his "SAMa-SAMa sa Eskwela" nationwide school tour. Sam has visited 30 schools, and have interacted with over 100,000 students so far. The tour aims to visit 50 private and public schools by March, and has been to Pampanga, Laguna, Cebu City, Cagayan De Oro City, and Davao City. In "SAMa-SAMa sa Eskwela," Sam holds a one-hour mini-concert *** dialogue with the students. The program highlights the importance of literacy, English proficiency, finding one's talent, and excelling in school. At program’s ending, he leads the studentry into reciting the “Pledge of Commitment.” Sam is grade 9 at the home school program of Alpha-Omega International Academy.

http://www.yehey.com/entertainment/celebs/article.aspx?id=201111

Concepcion goes back to school
APRYLLE LIABRES (Contributor)

26 February 2008

The teen star has been busy inspiring young Filipino high school students in his nationwide school tour

FOR THE past three months, multimedia teen star and Department of Education (DepEd) spokesperson for the youth, Sam Concepcion, may not have been visible on television (especially after his regular show, Super Inggo, went off the air), but that hardly means he's been idle.

On the contrary, Sam has been busy inspiring young Filipino high school students in his "SAMa-SAMa sa Eskwela" nationwide school tour.

Sam, who was named DepEd's ambassador for the youth last year, has visited a total of as many as 30 schools, where he has touched base with more than 100,000 students so far. All in all, the tour aims to visit 50 private and public schools by March, and has been to various points in the country like Pampanga, Laguna, Cebu City, Cagayan De Oro City, and Davao City.

For Sam, there is nothing more rewarding than to see young people in school where they should be and helping them to appreciate the value of education. That, he says, is more lasting than any song he could sing. They'll probably forget a song, but not this. "I am really enjoying it," admits Sam. "I feel so privileged that I get this rare chance to remind, and inspire my fellow youth to not neglect their studies, and their dreams."

http://khaleejtimes.com/CityHome.asp?xfile=data/citytimes/2008/February/citytimes_February220.xml&section=citytimes&col=

Sam Concepcion: Cyber ethics spokesperson

By Deni Rose M. Afinidad

There seems no stopping singer-actor Sam Concepcion. First, he won the grand prize in the now-defunct talent show. Next came big breaks in both television and theater, the most popular of which was a lead role in the local version of Disney’s High School Musical. Soon after, he released his first self-titled album, which immediately received a good following among the youth, especially the girls.

In spite of all that, Sam’s success as a recording star is actually in danger. He admits that although his first single, “Even If,” is topping the charts, not so many people are buying the album.

“Like many other artists, I’m also affected by copyright infringement,” he confides. “People copy my songs from the Internet without permission. It’s affecting the sales of my CDs.”

This is why Sam has joined B4USurf, a campaign that aims to promote the importance of cyber ethics, cyber safety, and cyber wellness among educators, parents, and the youth.

Concepcion was chosen to become the model of the campaign as he is the current “Role Model of the Youth,” a title given to him by the Department of Education. As the official spokesperson, Sam was among those who recently launched the program in Makati Shangri-la Hotel, together with top DepEd officials and heads of the Business Software Alliance (BSA), an international, non-profit organization promoting a safe and legal digital world.

“Students like I am are heavy Internet users. We use it for researching, gaming and social networking. It’s therefore a good thing to know the possible dangers we could encounter while we are online,” explains Sam.

The main component of the campaign is the B4USurf Web site (www.b4usurf.org), which is divided into three sections—one for educators, one for parents, and one for the youth with ages 10 to 18. Each section contains materials, resources, and activities covering topics ranging from intellectual property and Internet safety, to the use of software tools in monitoring online activities.

“Being aware of the basics of cyber ethics and cyber safety through the B4USurf Web site will surely contribute to our growth as responsible Internet and computer users,” enthuses the young actor.

ACNielsen estimates that the number of Internet users in the Philippines will reach 24 million this year, mainly because technology has become more accessible and affordable through Internet cafés and low-cost computers. Hence, BSA’s director for Anti-Piracy for Asia, Tarun Sawney, believes that these millions of Filipino Internet users should be given enough information that will not only allow them to maximize their use of the Internet, but will also protect them from risks present in the Web.

“We recognize the massive influence of the Internet today as well as the need for disseminating information on proper Internet usage, cyber ethics, and cyber safety,“ he says. “That’s why we have put up this Web site to make such information available to anyone who needs it, especially parents, educators, and young people.”

According to Sawney, they are committed to look for ways to make the online experience for students, parents, and educators both productive and safe. “We also expect the government to play an increasingly active role in providing Internet education in schools, as the present and future generations will immerse themselves in the digital age,” he adds.

For parents, the Web site can be a helpful tool in protecting their children from threats such as exposure to cyber *** and violence.

“Because parents are usually unknowledgeable about the Internet, they oftentimes are unable to guide their children in ethically using the medium,” says Sawney on the reason why the Web site has a webpage for parents.

For educators, www.b4usurf.org will serve as a helpful resource of syllabuses and guide lesson plans in teaching students about cyber ethics and other related issues.

“We found out that the Internet is a huge resource where most students get their information in researching for all their subjects,” reveals Tommi Svinhufvud, director for information and communications technology of Chinese International School in Hong Kong.

He says that the Internet empowers children because it offers new technologies children can easily learn, like downloading music. “To the children who do this, they feel they’re not hurting Nelly Furtado or Bill Gates because these people are already rich. But it doesn’t mean that because it’s easy, free, and accessible to download songs and software, it’s already right. It’s still stealing, and while they aren’t directly hurting other people, they’re corrupting their own character,” he stresses.

Hence, Tommi encourages teachers like him to be accountable not only in teaching their students how to use the Internet for researching, but also how to use the Internet responsibly. “We should also teach by example,” he points out.

For students, the B4USurf Web site can be a treasure trove of suggestions on how to be decisive in choosing information from the Internet, as well as how to avoid copyright infringement.

“We should start this early in educating ourselves about using the Internet right,” Sam addresses his fellow youth.

“If your school or parents aren’t teaching you about cyber ethics, then go and make your own initiative by visiting the B4USurf Web site. What education can’t reach, the B4USurf Web site can,” adds Svinhufvud.

BSA’s partners in launching the campaign in the Philippines include key information and communications technology industry players like the Intellectual Property Coalition, the Philippine Internet Services Organization, Chikka Asia, Inc., and Bidshot Wireless Services. The campaign also garnered support from the public sector, with the Department of Science and Technology and the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines extending their endorsement to the campaign.

Prior to the Philippines, the BSA launched B4USurf in Singapore, China, Malaysia, and Taiwan.

http://www.manilastandardtoday.com/?page=goodLife2_mar8_2008

Track #1-4: Music videos
Track #5-8: Audio tracks

Multimedia star Sam Concepcion at Robinson’s Place

Friday, March 14, 2008

Sam Concepcion has proven that he's much more than a teen heartthrob with his multi-faceted talent. This 16-year-old is after all a singer, dancer, host and an actor.

In fact his formidable resumé will make even veteran artist, green with envy.

Only last year, he debuted as a solo recording artist with his eponymous album from Universal Records. Sam's debut album has been doing really well not only in the Philippines but internationally. His carrier single, "Even If," made it to No. 1 spot on MegaMixx 101.9 FM, KTKB, in Guam on the week of Jan. 4.  Sam is poised at shooting another music video for this third single from his self-titled debut album under Universal Records.

As a stage actor Sam's credits include "Sino Ka Ba, Jose Ricali" (2002) as the young National Hero,  "The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe (2002), "Song of Mulan" as the Little Lion and narrator (2003) and the most recent, "High School Musical" for which he had received critical acclaim.

He was also last seen in Regal Films' "Shake, Rattle and Roll 9" at the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) and continues to wear his new hat as the Department of Education's (DepEd) youth spokesperson, traveling all over the country to visit private and public schools by March and exhort high school students to excel in school.

Catch Sam Concepcion's mall tour tomorrow, March 15, 2008 (SATURDAY) 3PM at Robinson's Place Cebu Activity Area.

http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Entertainment&p=52&type=2&sec=126&aid=20080313141

hinalungat ko pa to galing sa baul. whew! :))

hi mare! mareng jam to. nagpalit lang ng username. e si jambakuyaw ng ABS forum, nalimuts ko password =)) 

ROBI DOMINGO: Simple lang. Walang halong arte.

HighSpeed
Idol Dudes: 20 most popular teen actors
Ronald Constantino

*snipped*

Marky Cielo, 19 (real name: Mark Angelo Cadaweg Cielo, from the mountain Province).

Rayver Cruz, 18 (Raymond Oliver Cruz Illustre, of the illustrious Cruz clan).

Aljur Abrenica, 18 (Aljur Mikael P. Abrenica).

Dino Imperial, 19 (Dino Ricardo Kilates).

Enchong Dee, 19 (Ernest Lorenzo Dee).

Mart Escudero, 17 (Mart Enrico Cruz Butler).

Matt Evans, 19 (Matthew Nicolas Evans, father American).

Paulo Avelino, 19 (Michael Paulo Lingbanan Avelino).

Aldred Gatchalian, 17 (Aldred Marc Gatchalian).

Prince Stefan, 19 (Stephann Andrei Anlocotan, Arab father, said to be of royal blood).

AJ Perez, 15 (Antonello Joseph Sarte Perez).

Chris Gutierrez, 15 (Christopher Juno Gutierrez Balbin, only grandchild of movie queen Gloria Romero).

Angelo Patrimonio, 18 (Angelo James Conwi Patrimonio, son of basketball legend Alvin Patrimonio).

Carlo Guevara, 19 (Carlo Lazcanote Guevara).

Sam Concepcion, 15 (Samuel Lawrence Lopez Concepcion).

Matteo Guidicelli, 18 (Gian Matteo Fernan Guidicelli, Italian father).

Mikee Lee, 18 (Michael Vincent Cabral Lee).

Dominic & Felix Roco, 18 (Ricardo Dominic Artadi Roco & Felix Artadi Roco, twin sons of award-winning actor Bembol Roco).

jammm:

hinalungat ko pa to galing sa baul. whew! :))

hi mare! mareng jam to. nagpalit lang ng username. e si jambakuyaw ng ABS forum, nalimuts ko password =)) 

nakz mare you're here!!! hehehe.. nahalungkat mo ngaa!!

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masoral... thanks ulit sa article!
 

SaM CoNcEpCi0n R0cKs! -- http://samconcepcion.net


SAMSTERS: Join the Fun and Feel the Power in Making All Great Things Possible.

April 08, 2008 05:56 PM Tuesday

Sam Concepcion: MYX’s youngest ‘favorite new artist’

Multimedia star Sam Concepcion recently bagged the 2008 MYX Music Awards’ Favorite New Artist title. The 15-year old singer is the youngest recipient of the award, to-date, and a runaway winner garnering a majority of MYX viewers’ votes in the said category.
    
“I am very happy to receive this award and I know I have to work harder. Thanks to the Samsters (Sam’s fans), for their time and resources,” declares Sam.
   
Songs from his self-titled debut album continue to enjoy warm reception in MYX’s daily countdown. His recent award gives a strong boost to his career as a STAGES/Star Magic talent, as Sam equally loves acting and singing on stage or on television.
   
Even if he is the youngest MYX Favorite New Artist, Sam has taken on some big responsibilities of his own. With his current role as DepEd’s spokesperson for the youth, Sam has just finished touring some 40 schools nationwide, inspiring young people to excel in school. He is also the celebrity spokesperson for b4usurf.org’s online campaign promoting cyber-ethics and cyber-safety among young Internet surfers.
   
Sam’s latest single from his album, “I’ll Find Your Heart,” is still playing on MYX.

People's Journal

http://www.journal.com.ph/index.php?issue=2008-04-08&sec=3&aid=55258

RATED A Ni Aster Amoyo
Saturday, April 12, 2008

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Kung nakakuha si Rachelle Ann Go ng dalawang tropeo mula sa MYX Music Awards 2008, ang 15-year-old singer-actor na si Sam Concepcion naman ang pinarangalan bilang pinakabatang Favorite New Artist ng MYX dahil na rin sa  suporta ng mga manonood ng MYX.

Tuwang-tuwa siyempre ang young singer-stage actor at nagpapasalamat siya sa kanyang mga fans na bumubuo ng Samsters.

Bukod sa kanyang singing at acting career, si Sam ang siya ring napiling DepEd’s spokesperson para sa mga kabataan. 

Katatapos pa lamang niyang mag-tour sa 40 schools nationwide kung saan niya ini-encourage ang mga kabataang mag-aaral na pagbutihan ang kanilang pag-aaral. Siya rin ang celebrity spokesperson ng b4usurf.org’s online campaign para i-promote ang cyber-ethics at cyber-safety sa mga kabataang Internet surfers.

http://www.philstar.com/index.php?Showbiz&p=50&type=2&sec=58&aid=20080411125

^ thanks as always :D

i always post the articles you find over at sam's site. so yah.. great help. hehe! 

SaM CoNcEpCi0n R0cKs! -- http://samconcepcion.net


SAMSTERS: Join the Fun and Feel the Power in Making All Great Things Possible.

Sam Concepcion hailed youngest favorite new artist by MYX

Sam Concepcion bags MYX Music Awards’ Favorite New Artist

Multimedia star Sam Concepcion recently bagged the 2008 MYX Music Awards’ Favorite New Artist title. The 15-year old singer is the youngest recipient of the award, todate, and a runaway winner garnering a majority of MYX viewers’ votes in the said category.

"I am very happy to receive this award and I know I have to work harder. Thanks to the Samsters (Sam’s fans), for their time and resources," declares Sam. Songs from his self-titled debut album continue to enjoy warm reception in MYX’s daily countdown. His recent award gives a strong boost to his career as a STAGES/Star Magic talent, as Sam equally loves acting and singing on stage or on television.

Even if he is the youngest MYX Favorite New Artist, Sam has taken on some big responsibilities of his own. With his current role as DepEd’s spokesperson for the youth, Sam has just finished touring some 40 schools nationwide, inspiring young people to excel in school. He is also the celebrity spokesperson for b4usurf.org’s online campaign promoting cyber-ethics and cyber-safety among young Internet surfers.

Sam’s latest single from his album, "I’ll Find Your Heart," is still playing on MYX.

http://www.mb.com.ph/ENTR20080415121884.html