CITIZEN ADVANCEMENT TRAINING

IT IS A MUST FOR GRADE 10 STUDENTS

1. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” HEADQUARTERS 4 th REGIONAL COMMUNITY DEFENSE GROUP,ARESCOM Camp Gen. Macario Sakay , Los Baños , Laguna CITIZEN ADVANCEMENT TRAINING Sgt Chato F Hernais (Res) PA 402 nd CAV RRIBN

2. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” Why should we take CAT? IT IS OUR DUTY  “The state recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation building and shall promote their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual and social well being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism and encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs.” It is our duty. 1987 Constitution (Article II, Sec.13)

3. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” Why should we take CAT? IT IS OUR OBLIGATION “THE PRESERVATION OF THE STATE IS THE OBLIGATION OF EVERY CITIZEN.” National Defense Act (Article I, Sec.2)

4. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” Why should we take CAT? THE BIBLE COMMANDS US “As a good soldier of Christ Jesus you must endure your share of suffering. Soldiers on duty don’t work at outside jobs. They try only to please their commanding officer.” 2 Timothy 2: 3 – 4

5. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” What is CAT? DepEd Order No. 35 s. 2003) :  Citizenship Advancement Training (CAT) is a restructuring of the “Citizen Army Training”, and is a component of MAPEH in the Fourth Year.

6. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” What is CAT? Citizen Advancement Training as provided by the Rule II-General Provisions, Section 2 of the Revised Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) to implement the National Service Program.

7. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” What is CAT? Citizen Advancement Training It is a restructuring of the Citizen Army Training required to all Fourth Year High School students in the Philippines in both public and private schools as provided for in the Department of Education ( DepEd ) Order Bo. 35, s. 2003 and reinforced by the DepEd Order No. 52, s. 2004.

8. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” Components of CAT MILITARY ORIENTATION deals with the introduction and exposure of the learner to basic knowledge, unfamiliar situations and experiences as well as activities related to military .

9. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” Components of CAT II . COMMUNITY SERVICE refers to any activity that helps achieve the general welfare and the betterment of life of the members of the community.

10. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” Components of CAT III. PUBLIC SAFETY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICE (PSLS ) which encompasses all programs and activities which are contributory to the maintenance of peace and order, enhancement of public safety and encouragement in the observance of and compliance to laws.

11. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” Citizen Advancement Training The Program is a requirement for graduation for all fourth year high school students in both public and private secondary schools.

12. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” What is the emphasis of the three program components of CAT? All the three program components of CAT shall give emphasis to citizenship training, encouragement of youth to contribute in the improvement of the general welfare and quality of life of the community, and instilling patriotism, moral, virtues, respect for the rights of civilian and adherence to the constitution.

13. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” OBJECTIVES : A. Develop in the Corps of Cadets of a good fellow by actually undergoing that part, in order to prepare them for their subsequent role as CAT Leaders. B . Enhance the students’ social responsibility and commitment to the development of their communities.

14. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” OBJECTIVES : C . Develop their ability to uphold the law and order as they assume active participation in community activities and their readiness in assisting the members of the community especially in times of emergency. D . Develop personal qualities and attributes essential to successful leadership.

15. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” OBJECTIVES : E . Install to the students’ appreciation and deep feeling for the spirit and the true meaning of the motto – Honor, Loyalty, and Integrity. F . The Citizenship Advancement Training leads the way to the holistic approach and in the country as a whole.

16. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” Can any high school student be exempted from the C.A.T.? No . This training is a requirement for graduation in the high school.

17. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” How is the performance of the student in the C.A.T . rated? Student performance in the CAT is rated either PASSED or FAILED.

18. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” How is CAT considered as a separate component of MAKABAYAN? CAT is considered as a separate component of MAKABAYAN along with Araling Panlipunan (AP), Edukasyong Pagpapahalaga (EP), Technology and Livelyhood Education(TLE), and Music, Arts, PE and Health (MAPEH). CAT is treated as a separate subject.

19. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” How many unit credits are given to CAT? CAT carries a unit credit of 0.30 as per DepEd Order No. 57, s.2004 .

20. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land”   Is there a uniform clothes or dress required while taking the CAT? No special uniform, dress or clothes is prescribed but the school uniform may be used, not military fatigue nor combat shoes as per DepEd Order No. 52, s. 2004. School-CAT related activities may prescribed one as agreed by the School Head and CAT unit but not expensive.

21. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” CADETS’ HAIRCUT   The prescribed military haircut is the traditional white- side wall (Crew cut or Army cut), with a tolerable length of two - weeks old hair.

22. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” Grade Components Class Standing Grade Class Standing Grade (70%)  1 .   Attendance ……………………. 15% 2 .   Aptitude ……………………….. . 25% 3 . Quizzes/Com. Service…… ….25 % 4 .   Performance …………….……. 35% TOTAL ………………. 100% Summative Test Grade (30%) Term Grade = C.S.(70%)+Sum. Test(30%):

23. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” Grade Components Class Standing Grade Each cadette /cadet shall be given 100 points as merits at the beginning of every term. For every infraction of regulations, she/he shall be penalized by demerits. Additional merits may be awarded.

24. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” CLASS A: (10 – 30 DEMERITS) disrespect of superior officers abuse of authority unexcused absence destruction of school property cheating during examinations violation of standing instructions long hair and mustache (for cadets)

25. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land” CLASS B: (6-10 DEMERITS) Points the rifle at any person Rumor mongering Making boisterous remarks while in ranks Sleeping in classroom while instruction is being conducted Tardiness in formation Unkempt hair

26. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” ANY QUESTION? “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land”

27. “Army Vision: By 2028, a world-class Army that is a source of national pride” END OF PRESENTATION “Army Core Purpose: Serving the people, securing the land”