MODULE 2:

Good Citizenship

The Bill of Rights

“There is no Constitution worthy of the name without a bill or declaration of rights.”
-Justice Laurel

Importance of Bill of Rights

Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
A bill of rights is a constitutional enumeration of rights and privileges guaranteed by
the State to all persons within its territory.
The rights proclaimed in the Bill of Rights are the “ten commandments” of our
constitutional faith. They are the means of self-government and sovereignty. They are
the means to truth. They are the means of and ends of security and survival.
The basic values of the Filipinos
The Basic Values of the Filipinos NSTP as a citizenship training scheme focuses on
translating the good citizenship values as reflected in the Preamble of the Constitution
into concrete action in building a better Philippines. Hence, emphasis in this input is
placed on the 16 basic Filipino values based on the 1987 Philippine Constitution.
Preamble
We, the sovereign Filipino people,
imploring the aid of Almighty God,
in order to build a just and humane society,
and establish a Government that shall embody our ideals and aspirations,
promote the common good, conserve and develop our patrimony,
and secure to ourselves our posterity the blessings of independence
and democracy under the rule of law and a regime of truth,
justice, freedom, love, equality, and peace,
do ordain and promulgate this Constitution.

References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
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Meaning of Preamble
The term preamble is derived from the Latin word “preambulare” which means “to
walk before”. It is the prologue of the Constitution. Clustered below are the good
citizenship values that are reflected in the Preamble of the 1987 Philippine
Constitution:
Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship, The Maka-Diyos Cluster The MakaTao Cluster
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism 1. Faith in the Almighty 6. Love
for national development. 2. Respect for life 7. Freedom
• Describe and analyze issues that 3. Order
relate to the good citizenship 8. Peace
values, rights and responsibilities
4. Work 9. Truth
of student-citizens in the country. 5. Concern for the family 10. Justice
• Make reasonable decisions, and future generations
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of The Makabayan Cluster The Makakalikasan Cluster
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible 11. Unity 16. Concern for the
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
12. Equality environment
citizenship towards the attainment 13. Respect for the law and
of national development. government
14. Patriotism
Core Contents: 15. Promotion of common
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos good
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism THE GOOD CITIZENSHIP VALUES CLUSTERS
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing The Maka-Diyos Cluster (Faith in the Almighty
References: God)
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
The Bible says, “But without faith, it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to
God must believe that He is, and that He rewards those who diligently seek Him’
(Hebrews 11:6).

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Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
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Good Citizenship
Respect for Life
We ordained for the Children of Israel that if any one slew a person—unless ° it be for
murder or for spreading mischief in the land—it would be as if he slew the whole
people: and if any one saved a life, it would be as if he saved the life of the whole
people. Then although there came to them Our messengers with clear signs, yet, even
after that, many of them continued to commit excesses in the land (Qur'an 5:32).
Order
Assuredly, We have sent down the Book to you in right form for the good of man.
Who guided himself by it does so to his own advantage, and who turns away from it
does so at his own loss. You certainly are not their keeper (Qur'an 39:41).
Work
Confucius says, “Give fish to a man, he will have food to eat for a day; teach him how
to fish and he shall have food throughout his lifetime.” And, “if man will not work, he
shall not eat” (2 Thessalonians 3:10).
Concern for the Family and Future Generations
“The family is an essential factor in the general, social and even political life. Constant
living together of husband and wife, and of parents and children, contributes to the
development of a strong sense of duty, of an aptitude for heroic sacrifices, and of the
love by future generations of the traditional and moral conquests of those who
preceded them. The family is an indispensable element of social cohesion and
equilibrium” (as cited in http://www.facebook.com/pages/ Jose-panganiban-artist-
guild/).
I shall live a life that is based on the right values and serve as an inspiration to others
who may be struggling to strengthen their awn faith in God.
1. I have the gift of faith in God;
2. The gift of faith in God in me needs to be nurtured;
3. My life is strengthened by my faith in God; and
4. A strong faith in God, coupled with other important values, will improve my
life and those of others.

Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
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Instructor: Jannine Andrei Lopez-Martin
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Good Citizenship
The Makatao Cluster
Love
“When man has love, he is no longer at the mercy of forces greater than himself, so
he himself becomes powerful force” (Leo Buscaglia) Moreover, “Love on is the will to
extend oneself for the purpose of nurturing one’s own or another's spiritual growth”
(M Scott Peck).
Freedom
According to Pope John Paul II, “freedom consists not in doing what we like, but in
having the right to do what we ought.”
Peace
It is always great to remember, what the Bible says, “Blessed are the peacemakers for
they will be called children of God” (Matthew 5:9).
An unknown author wrote about the value of peace, as such:
Juanito was an idealistic person. He wanted everybody to be happy and lead
meaningful lives. So, one day, he strode to church and prayed hard for world peace.
He continued praying for the same intention for a year, yet nothing seemed to change.
One day, he decided to narrow down his scope and pray for peace in his own country
instead. He prayed for the same intention for another year, yet violence and
disturbance still seemed to be in an upsurge.
Moral Lesson: Let there be peace on earth… and let it begin with me.
Anxious for his prayer to be finally heard, he decided to pray for peace within his
family instead. He kept this intention for another year with no significant result.
Finally, on the verge of frustration, he decided to pray for peace. He prayed for this
intention for the next year. Each time he did so, he felt more at peace with himself
and his personal issues, his family, his neighbors until it reached a point in time that
Juanito was considered a man of peace, a friend of everybody especially of the
neediest among his countrymen.
The Preamble of the UNESCO Constitution also reminds us that, “since wars begin in
the minds of men, it is in the minds of men that the defenses of peace must be
constructed.”
Moral Lesson: Let the peace of the nation begin in the minds of its citizens.
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Truth

It is worthwhile to be familiar and understand some of the following famous

quotations and anecdotes which make us better and wiser persons:

1. Quotations

Objectives: “A man who seeks truth and loves it must be reckoned precious to any human
• Understand the principles society.” (Frederick the Great)
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of “An honest man can feel no pleasure in the exercise of power over his fellow citizens.”
citizens, service and volunteerism
(Thomas Jefferson)
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
“No legacy is as rich as honesty.” (William Shakespeare)
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
2. Anecdotes (compiled by J. Maurus)
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
When Mahatma Gandhi appeared for the London Matriculation Examination, the
and/or solve problems using paper on general knowledge contained the following question: “What is more golden
relevant examples pertaining to than gold?”
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of Justice
values towards responsible
citizenship; and According to Martin Luther King Jr., “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
everywhere.” To Jimmy Carter (1978), “The law is not the private property of lawyers,
of national development. nor is justice the exclusive province of judges and juries. In the final analysis, true
justice is not a matter of courts and law books, but a commitment in each of us te
Core Contents: liberty and mutual respect”.
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos In Matthew 7:12, it says, “Treat others the way you want to have them treat you".
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development Moral Lesson: Giving justice to anyone is a fair treatment, to everyone.
• Community Service and
Volunteerism And by the Institute for Development Education Center for Research Communication
“Justice is giving every man his due”.
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing

References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
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Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
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Good Citizenship
The Makabayan Cluster
Unity
The value of unity can be realized by practicing the virtues stated in the following
quotations:
“Behold how good and pleasant it is for the brethren to dwell together in |
unity” (Psalms 133-1)
“If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand. And if a
house is divided against itself, that house will not be able to stand.” (Mark 3 24-25)
“Make my joy complete by being of the same kind, maintaining the same love,
united in spirit, intent on one purpose.’(Philippians 2:2)
“As a body in one, though it has many parts, and all the parts of the body,
though many, are one body, so also Christ.” (1 Corinthians 12-12)
“Remember, upon the conduct of each depends on the fate of all.” (Alexander
the Great)
Equality
To appreciate the value of equality, consider this anecdote:
Skulls
Andrew Maria Almonte, MMHC
Source: https://www.coursehero.com
One day, a group of skulls in a cemetery had a conversation.
“Hey,” said a skull to another, “who were you when you were alive?”
“Yes, I was once his slave,’ replied another skull. “He was a tyrant, a ruthless and
‘merciless king!”
“l am your king remember?”
“Shut up! shouted the slave-skull. “You are no longer my king nor am | your slave
anymore! We are the same now ~ rotten skulls!”
Moral Lesson: Each person may differ in worldly stature, but each one bears the same
amount of dignity as another and all share one common destiny.

Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
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Good Citizenship
The Makakalikasan Cluster
Concern for the environment
The Giving Tree
Once there was a tree... and she loved a little boy. And every day the boy would gather
her leaves, make them into a crown and play king of the forest. The boy would also
play hide and seek, climb her branches, and eat her mangoes. At the end of the day
when he was tired, the boy would sleep in her shade. And the boy loved the tree...very
much... and the tree was very happy.
But the time went on... and the boy grew older. And the tree was often alone. Then
one day, the boy went to the tree who said: “Come, boy, come and climb up my trunk,
swing from my branches, eat my mangoes, play in the shade and be happy.”
But the boy stayed away for a long time... Then one day, the boy came back to the
tree who shook with joy and said: “Come, boy, come and climb up my trunk, swing
from my branches, eat my mangoes, play in the shade and be happy.” I am too busy
to climb trees,” said the boy. “I want a house to keep me warm.’ “I want a wife and
children and so | need a house. Can you give me a house?” I have no house,’ said the
tree. “The forest is my house, but you may cut off my branches and build a house.”
And so, the boy cut off her branches and carried them away to build his house. And
the tree was happy.
But the boy stayed away for a long time... Then one day, the boy came back, and the
tree was so happy that she could barely speak. “Come boy,” she whispered, “come
and play” “lam too old to play,’ said the boy. “I want a boat that will take me far away
from here. Can you give me a boat?” “Cut down my trunk and make a boat,’ said the
tree. “Then you can sail away... and be happy.’ And so, the boy cut down the trunk
and made a boat and sailed away. And the tree was happy...but not really.
And after a time, the boy came back again. “I am sorry, boy,” said the tree. “But | have
nothing left to give you... my mangoes are gone.” My teeth are too weak for
mangoes," said the boy.’ My branches are gone, “said the tree. “You cannot swing on
them."| am too old to swing on branches,’ said the boy. “My trunk is gone,’ said the
tree. “You cannot climb. I am too tired to climb,” said the boy. “I am sorry,’ sighed the
tree. “I wish that | could give you: ~ something... but | have nothing left. | am just an
old stump. I am sorry. “I don't need very much now,’ said the boy. “Just a quiet place
to sit and rest. | am very tired. “Well,” said the tree, straightening herself up as much
as she could, well, an old stump is good for sitting and resting. Come, boy, sit down
and rest.” And the boy did, and the tree was happy.

Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
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Nationalism and Patriotism
The history of nationalism and patriotism in our country is as old as the history
of humankind.
The term “nationalism” is generally used to describe two things, first is the
attitude that the members of a nation have which includes the concept of national
identity such as common origin, ethnicity and cultural ties. The other one is the
actions that the members of the nation take when seeking to achieve (or sustain) self-
determination. These involve having full statehood with complete authority over
domestic and international affairs. On the other hand, “patriotism” is love of and/or
devotion to one’s country. However, patriotism has had different meanings over time,
and its meaning is highly dependent upon context, geography and philosophy.
Although patriotism is used in certain vernaculars as a synonym for nationalism,
nationalism is not necessarily considered an inherent part of patriotism. Likewise,
patriotism is strengthened by adherence to a native religion, particularly because such
a community usually has its holy places inside its motherland. This also implies a value
preference for a specific civic or political community.
Nationalism is characterized by an attachment of superiority to one’s country,
an aspiration for its continuity, prosperity, and maintaining a high regard and respect
for the laws, principles and policies of that country.
Salient Provisions of Flag and Heraldic Code
of the Philippines (As Embodied in Republic
Act No. 8491 of 2002)
The Philippine Flag
A flag is a sacred and respected feature of the nation which it symbolizes. Each
nation’s flag has a specific way in which it should be displayed and folded.
Our national flag is the symbol of our country. It shows our unity as a people. It stands
for our high ideals and noble heritage.
Therefore, when you show respect for the flag, you also show respect for our country
and people. One way to show respect is to handle the flag properly.
The Philippine National Flag is said to be the primary symbol of the nation’s
camaraderie, solidarity and unity. It is therefore, the symbol of nationalism and
patriotism in our country. And so, let us learn more about its history and origin.
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Section 10 of RA 8491 states that when

the flag is displayed on a wall during
peacetime, the blue field is to the
Objectives: observers’ left.
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship The National flag of the Philippines is a horizontal bicolor with equal bands of blue
values, rights and responsibilities and red, and with a white equilateral triangle based at the host side, at the center of
of student-citizens in the country. the triangle is a golden yellow sun with eight Primary rays (Manila, Bulacan, Cavite,
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
Pampanga, Tarlac, Laguna, Batangas, and Nueva Ecija) each containing three
and/or solve problems using individual rays; and at each corner of the triangle is a five-pointed golden yellow star.
relevant examples pertaining to The sun with eight rays in the Philippine flag represents the first eight provinces that
exercise of rights, fulfillment of revolted and fought for independence from the Spanish rule - Manila, Bulacan,
obligations and promotion of
Pampanga, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac, Laguna, Batangas, and Cavite.
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good The flag was first conceptualized by Emilio Aguinaldo. The first flag was sewn in Hong
citizenship towards the attainment Kong by Marcela Agoncillo, her daughter Lorenza, and Doña Delfina Herbosa de
of national development. Natividad, niece of José Rizal, the Philippines’ national hero. The flag is displayed with
the blue field on top in times of peace, and with the red field on top in times of war.
Core Contents: The Philippine flag is unique in the sense that it can indicate a state of war when the
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
red field is displayed on top of on the observer's left when the flag is displayed
• Nationalism and Patriotism for vertically, with the white equilateral at the top end.
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism

Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing

References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
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Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
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The flag's length is twice its width, which translates into an aspect ratio of 1:2. The
length of all the sides of the white triangle is equal to the width of the flag. Each star
is oriented in such manner that one of its tips points towards the vertex at which it is
located.
Flag Protocol
The flag should be displayed in all government buildings, official residences, public
plazas, and schools every day throughout the year. The 23rd of May (National Flag
Day) and the 12th of June (Independence Day) are designated as flag days, during
which all offices, agencies and instrumentalities of government, business
establishments, institutions of learning and private homes are enjoined to display the
flag. But in recent years, the flag days are now from May 28 to Jun 30 yearly. In Section
9 of R.A. No. 8491, the Philippine flag must be permanently hoisted and illuminated
at night at the following locations:
1. Malacañang Palace, the Presidential Residence
2. The Congress of the Philippines buildings:
a. Senate of the Philippines building
b. House of Representatives of the Philippines building (Batasang Pambansa
Complex)
3. Supreme Court of the Philippines building
4. The Rizal Monument in Luneta, Manila
5. Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite
6. Barasoain Shrine in Malolos, Bulacan
7. Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers in La Union, Cemetery of Heroes (Libingan ng mga
Bayani in Makati, Shrine of Valors & North Cemetery in Manila
8. Mausoleo de los Veteranos de la Revolucién
9. All international ports of entry
10. All other places as may be designated by the National Historical Commission of
the Philippines (NHCP)

Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
NSTP 1 - National Service Training Program 1 - Civic Welfare Training Service 1
Instructor: Jannine Andrei Lopez-Martin
MODULE 2:
Good Citizenship
Half-mast
The flag may be flown at half-mast as a sign of mourning. Upon the official
announcement of the death of the President or a former President, the flag should be
flown at half-mast for 10 days. The flag should be flown at half-mast for seven days
following the death of the Vice President, the Chief Justice, the President of the
Senate, or the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
The flag may also be required to fly at half-mast upon the death of other persons to
be determined by the NHCP, for a period less than seven days. The flag shall be flown
at half-mast on all the buildings and places where the decedent was holding office, on
the day of death until the day of interment of an incumbent member of the Supreme
Court, the Cabinet, the Senate or the House of Representatives, and such other
persona as may be determined by the NHCP.
When flown at half-mast, the flag should be first hoisted to the peak for a moment
then lowered to the half-mast position. It should be raised to the peak again before it
is lowered for the day.
Folding the flag
1. Hold the flag at each of its four corners and pull it taut. The folder holds the
corners at the end with the blue and red fields.
2. Fold the flag in half, lengthwise, with the red field covering the blue field. Pull
it taut again making sure the open side's edges are flush with one another.
3. Fold it in half again, the closed side over the open side, again maintaining -
the flattening tension and parallel, flush edges on the open side. The blue field
should now be displayed face up.
4. Take the closed side’s blue field corner and fold it over the open side such
that what was the bottom edge is now parallel and flush with the open side
forming a right triangle (a triangle v with a 90°).
5. At the right angle, fold the flag again such that a new right triangle is formed,
Keeping t the open edges parallel.
6. Fold the right-angled cornet of the new triangle over such that it forms a new
right triangle with what had been the bottom edge now flush with the tide of
the flag below it.
7. Continue this sequence of folds creating right triangles until the flag is
completely folded into a right triangular bundle. The white field and yellow
“gun should now predominate in the visible areas of the flag.

Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
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Prohibited Acts
In Section 34 of R.A. Act 8491, the flag cannot be used in the following rationales:
1. Defacing or ridiculing the flag by dipping the flag as a salute, or adding
additional marks on the flag;
2. As a drapery, festoon, tablecloth, a covering, or as a part of a costume or a
uniform;
3. Asa trademark or for commercial or agricultural labels or designs;
4. As part of merchandise or in any advertisement or infomercial; and
5. Asa pennant in the hood, side, back and top of motor vehicles.
Moreover, the flag may not be displayed “horizontally face-up, or under any painting,
picture or platform”. It may also not be displayed in “discotheques, cockpits, night
and day clubs, casinos, gambling joints and places of vice or where frivolity prevails”.
Pledge
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Philippine Flag or “Panunumpa ng Katapatan sa
Watawat ng Pilipinas” (distinct from the Patriotic Oath of Allegiance or “Panatang
Makabayan”) should be recited while standing with the right hand with palm open
raised shoulder high. Individuals whose faith or religious beliefs prohibit them from
making such pledge are permitted to excuse themselves, but are required by law to
show full respect when the pledge is being rendered by standing at attention.
Panunumpa ng Katapatan sa Watawat ng Pilipinas
Ako ay Pilipino
Buong katapatang nanunumpa
Sa watawat ng Piilpinas
At sa bansang kanyang sinasagisag
Na may dangal, katarungan at kalayaan
Na pinakikilos ng sambayanang
Maka-Diyos Maka-tao
Makakalikasan at Makabansa.
The law makes no statement regarding the language in which the pledge must be
recited, but the pledge is written (and therefore recited) in the Filipino language.

Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
NSTP 1 - National Service Training Program 1 - Civic Welfare Training Service 1
Instructor: Jannine Andrei Lopez-Martin
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The National Anthem
The National Anthem is entitled Lupang Hinirang. It shall always be sung in the
national language within or outside the country.
Lupang Hinirang
Bayang magiliw,
Perlas ng Silanganan
Alab ng puso,
Sa dibdib mo'y buhay.
Lupang Hinirang,
Duyan ka ng magiting,
Sa manlulupig,
Di ka pasisiil.
Sa dagat at bundok,
Sa simoy at sa langit mong bughaw,
May dilag ang tula,
At awit sa paglayang minamahal,
Ang kislap ng watawat mo'y
Tagumpay na nagniningning,
Ang bituin at araw niya,
Kailan pa ma’y di magdidilim,
Lupa ng araw ng luwalhati’t pagsinta,
Buhay ay langit sa piling mo,
Aming ligaya na‘ pag may mang-aapi,
Ang mamatay ng dahil sa iyo.
The rendition of the National Anthem, whether played or sung, shall be in accordance
with the musical arrangement and composition of Julian Felipe.
When the National Anthem is played at a public gathering, whether by a band or by
singing or both, and reproduced by any means, the attending public shall sing the
anthem. The singing must be done with fervor.
As a sign of respect, all persons shall stand at attention and face the Philippine flag, if
there is one displayed, and if there is none, they shall face the band or the conductor.
At the first note, all persons shall execute a salute by placing their right palm over
their left chest. Those in military, scouting, citizens military training and security guard
uniforms shall give the salute prescribed by their regulations. The salute shall be
completed upon the last note of the anthem.
The anthem shall not be played and sung for mere recreation, amusement or
entertainment purposes except on the following occasions:
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1. International competitions where the Philippines is the host or has a

representative;
2. Local competitions.
3. During the “signing off” and "signing on” of radio broadcasting and television
stations;
4. Before the initial and last screening of films and before the opening of theater
performances; and
Objectives: 5. Other occasions as may be allowed by the NHCP.
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship, All officials and employees of the national and local government, and any agency or
rights and responsibilities of instrumentality thereof, including government-owned or controlled corporations,
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development. privately-owned entities or offices displaying the national flag and government
• Describe and analyze issues that institutions of learning are hereby directed to comply strictly with the rules prescribed
relate to the good citizenship for the rendition of the anthem. Failure to observe the rules shall be a ground for
values, rights and responsibilities administrative discipline.
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts The National Motto
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to The National Motto shall be “MakaDiyos, Makatao, Makakalikasan at Makabansa.”
exercise of rights, fulfillment of (Section 39, R.A. No. 8491)
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.

Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism

Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing

References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program

NSTP 1 - National Service Training Program 1 - Civic Welfare Training Service 1

Instructor: Jannine Andrei Lopez-Martin
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Leadership and the Youth

Leadership Defined

• Leadership is a process of giving control, guidance, headship, direction and

Objectives:
• Understand the principles
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship
values, rights and responsibilities
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program
governance to a group or organization.
• It is a key dynamic factor that motivates and coordinates organizations to
accomplish their objectives.
• Without being inspired by a leader, the whole organization or a department
might drift along with no definite focus on key objectives such as trying to
improve the worker's safety.
• Leadership is the art of influencing and directing others to do assigned tasks
or goals, in such a way as to attain them.
• There is obedience, respect, loyalty and cooperation.
• Leadership can be exercised by anyone irrespective of the framework of
command.
• Also, it is the process of guiding and directing the behavior of the people in
the work environment.
• Leadership is the ability to inspire, to build confidence and
gain support among the people to attain organizational goals.
• Leader as a GUIDE is one who assumes the role of a director,
organizer, mentor, guru or adviser.
• Leader as a FRONTRUNNER is one who can spearhead,
shading light, a trailblazer, and groundbreaker.
• Leader as a HEAD is one who can be called as chief, manager,
principal, boss, and superior.
• Servant leadership is a kind of servanthood and done as a sense of vocation.
• It also implies stewardship of good citizenship and community.
• It is a means of serving others more than oneself.
Principles of Servant Leadership
According to Spears (2002), the following are the principles underpinning servant
leadership:
Listening. The servant leader seeks to identify the will of the group and helps clarify
that will. He or she will seek to listen receptively to what is being said.
Empathy. The servant leader strives to understand and empathize with others. People
need to be accepted and recognized for their special unique spirits.

Healing. One of the greatest strengths of a servant leader is the potential of healing
oneself and others because many people have broken spirits and have suffered from
a variety of emotional hurts.
Awareness. It aids one in understanding issues involving ethics and values and view
most situations
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Awareness. It aids one in understanding issues involving ethics and values and view
most situations from a more integrated and holistic position.

Persuasion. Another characteristic of a servant leader is the primary reliance on

persuasion rather than positional authority in making decisions within an
organization.

Conceptualization. Servant leaders seek to nurture their abilities to “dream great

Objectives: dreams.” The ability to look at problems from a conceptualized perspective means
• Understand the principles that one must think beyond today’s realities.
underpinning good citizenship,
rights and responsibilities of Foresight. This enables the servant leader to understand the lessons from the past,
citizens, service and volunteerism
the realities to the present, and the likely consequence of a decision for the future.
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that
relate to the good citizenship Building community. Servant leadership suggested that the true community can be
values, rights and responsibilities created among those who work in business and other institutions.
of student-citizens in the country.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts Leadership Habits
and/or solve problems using
relevant examples pertaining to 1. INDEPENDENCE OR SELF-MASTERY. The first three habits surround moving from
exercise of rights, fulfillment of
obligations and promotion of
dependence to independence (i.e. self mastery):
values towards responsible
citizenship; and Habit 1: Be Proactive. Take initiative in life by realizing that your decisions
• Appreciate the significance of good (and how they align with life’s principles) are the primary determining factor for
citizenship towards the attainment effectiveness in your life. Take responsibility for your choices and the subsequent
of national development.
consequences that follow.
Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind. Self-discover and clarify your deeply
• Basic Values of Filipinos important character values and life goals. Envision the ideal characteristics for each
• Nationalism and Patriotism for of your various roles and relationships in life.
National Development
• Community Service and Habit 3: Put First Things First. Plan, prioritize, and execute your week’s tasks
Volunteerism
based on importance rather than urgency. Evaluating if your efforts exemplify your
desired character values, propel you towards goals, and enrich the roles and
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing relationships that were elaborated in Habit 2.

References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program

NSTP 1 - National Service Training Program 1 - Civic Welfare Training Service 1

Instructor: Jannine Andrei Lopez-Martin
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2. INTERDEPENDENCE. The next three have to do with interdependence (i.e. working

with others):

Habit 4: Think Win-Win. Genuinely strive for mutually beneficial solutions or

agreements in your relationships. Valuing and respecting people by understanding a
“win” for all is ultimately a better long-term resolution than if only one person in the
situation had gotten his way.

Objectives: Habit 5: Seek First to Understand. Then to be Understood. Use empathetic

• Understand the principles listening to be genuinely influenced by a person, which compels them to reciprocate
underpinning good citizenship, the listening and take an open mind to being influenced by you. This creates an
rights and responsibilities of atmosphere of caring, respect, and positive problem solving.
citizens, service and volunteerism
for national development.
• Describe and analyze issues that Habit 6: Synergize. Combine the strengths of people through positive
relate to the good citizenship teamwork, so as to achieve goals no one person could have done alone. Get the best
values, rights and responsibilities performance out of a group of people through encourage one, meaningful
of student-citizens in the country. contribution, and modeling inspirational and supportive leadership.
• Make reasonable decisions,
address issues, explain concepts
and/or solve problems using 3. SELF RENEWAL. The last habit relates to self-rejuvenation:
relevant examples pertaining to
exercise of rights, fulfillment of Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw. Balance and renew your resources, energy, and
obligations and promotion of health to create a sustainable, long-term, effective lifestyle.
values towards responsible
citizenship; and
• Appreciate the significance of good
citizenship towards the attainment
of national development.

Core Contents:
• The Bill of Rights of Filipinos
• Basic Values of Filipinos
• Nationalism and Patriotism for
National Development
• Community Service and
Volunteerism

Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing

References:
• F.C. Labuguen. Understanding the
National Service Training Program

NSTP 1 - National Service Training Program 1 - Civic Welfare Training Service 1

Instructor: Jannine Andrei Lopez-Martin