INVESTITURE CEREMONIES

October 26-27 , 2018

I. Equipments
a. Trefoil ( BSP/ GSP)

b. 13 candles each for bsp and gsp + 1 big candle

c. Neckerchief (BSP)

d. Neckerchief and investiture pin (GSP)

e. Match

f. Phil flag/ school flag/ flag stands

g. Patrol flags

II. Venue: Social hall

III. Time: 8:00 PM

IV. Pre-processional arrangement

V. PROGRAM PROPER

a. INTRODUCTION:

It was in 1906 when Lord Stephenson Smith Baden Powell initiated the scouting movement
to foster and develop independence, discipline and love of nature to young boy. Three
years later, at the memorable crystal palace rally of the Boy scouts in England , a group of
uniformed , self-styled Girl scouts appealed to Lord Baden Powell to form a similar
movement for girls. Since then, scouting made a great impact to young boys and girls alike.
This very day, we are celebrating a memorable moment in a boy or girl’s life: to be
welcomed into the boy scout and girl scout organization.

b. ENTRANCE AND COLOR CEREMONY

Let us all welcome the candidates for investiture as they approach the ceremonial ground,
followed by the BSP & GSP, the scouters, the faculty members, our guests with a
resounding applause.

C. PROCESSIONAL

Before we formally start the program, we would like to offer this moment to the Most
Almighty through an opening prayer to be lead by Ms. Angel Emanel

Please remain standing for the singing of the Philippine National Anthem , Mr. Arnolfo
Mongado conducting.

Ladies and gentlemen, the entrance of colors!

THE ENTRANCE OF COLORS

Ang Pambansang Awit ng Pilipinas (SCOUT SALUTE!)

c. WELCOME ADDRESS

To formally welcome everybody to this ceremony, may I call on Our dear Principal/
Directress Ms. Lourdes L. Serrano for her welcome address…. A big round of applause.

Thank you ma’am . at this Juncture, may we request Ms. Estrellita mc Ardle for her
inspirational message.

d. CEREMONY PROPER

i. CANDLE LIGHTING

Thank you ma’am,

We are gathered here to welcome to the scouting movement the new members of the
troop. To start with, ( guest ) ________________________________________________,
for the investiture Ceremony.

ii. THE SCOUT OATH

Scouts all over the world live by a code – the scout oath. This scout oath describes the three
duties that every scout embrace the moment he/she becomes a scout. We will now light
the three candles that represent these three duties. To do the honor, may we request Miss
Lourdes L. Serrano , Miss Emilia B. Bose and Mr. Herminio Malapita Jr.

His DUTY TO GOD (Miss Lourdes L. Serrano , lights the candle) We, who belong to the scout
movement believe in God. We may not all worship Him in the same way, but we are one in
our faith that He alone, reigns supreme, Our Lord and Master.

His DUTY TO OTHER PEOPLE(Miss Emilia B. Bose lights the candle) Our country, the
Philippines deserves our full love and dedication. The pages of our history are brightened by
the outstanding deeds of self-sacrifice and love of our country of great men like Jose Rizal,
Marcelo del Pilar , Apolinario Mabini, Andres Bonifacio and others. We do out duty to our
country by being noble citizens, by following the laws of the land, by preserving its dignified
traditions and culture and by actively taking part in nation building.

His DUTY TO HIMSELF (Mr. Herminio Malapita Jr. lights the candle) It is our responsibility to
develop ourselves into productive young citizens. We should strive to discover our
potentials and share our talents to others.
iii. CLOTHING OF NECKERCHIEF

The scout uniform identifies you as a member of the scouting movement, a worldwide
brotherhood of scouts existing in more than 136 countries. It also identifies you as persons
of character, ready to serve others. It symbolizes as well the ultimate unity of purpose and
preparedness for outdoor life, strongly reminding you to live in accordance with the scout
ideals. At this juncture, may we call on the parents / God parents to help us initiate our
young boys and girls to this noble cause through the ceremonial clothing of neckerchief to
the boys and pinning of investiture pins to the girls.

Order of clothing of neckerchief:

1. The Boy Scouts

2. The Girl Scouts

(please execute the proper hand salute before and after the clothing of neckerchief)

Voice over: With those neckerchief /pins we welcome you to the scouting movement. May
you always remain true to the ideals of scouting.

INVESTITURE OF BOYSCOUTS

(the candidates for investiture goes up the stage)

May we call in Ms Lourdes L. Serrano , for the presentation of the candidates for investiture.

 (commands attention) Fellow scouts and scouters, here are the_____ Boy Scout candidates
for investiture.

*Maam Serrano

(to the boys) Boys, you have presented yourself before this troop and asked to be made
scouts. Is this your wish now?

Boy Scouts: Yes, Sir/ Ma’am

 In this ceremony, you will be received into this troop and into the scouting brotherhood.
Before you is the lighted candle that represents the spirit of scouting. THE LAW OF THE
TROOP IS THE SCOUT LAW. It is known and followed by millions of scouts. By being here,
you will learn and follow this law, too.

THE 12 POINTS OF SCOUTING ( boyscouts will recite the laws one by one before lighting the
candle: voice over explanation of each law)
I bring life to the first point of scout law: A SCOUT IS TRUSTWORTHY. A scout tells the truth.
He keeps his promises. Honesty is a part of his code of conduct. People can always depend
on him.

I bring life to the 2nd point of scout law: A SCOUT IS LOYAL. A SCOUT IS true to his family,
friends, scout leaders, school, nation and world community

I bring life to the 3rd point of scout law: A SCOUT IS HELPFUL. A Scout is concerned about
other people. He willingly volunteers to help others without expecting payment or rewards.

I bring life to the 4th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS FRIENDLY. A scout is a friend to all. He
is brother to all scouts. He seeks to understand others. He respects ideas and customs’
different from his own.

I bring life to the 5th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS COURTEOUS. A scout is polite to
everyone regardless of age and position. He knows that good manners make it easier for
people to get long well together

I bring life to the 6th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS KIND. A scout understands there is
strength in being gentle. He treats others the way he wishes to be treated. He does not
harm nor kill creatures needlessly and strives to save and protect life at all cost.

I bring life to the 7th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS OBEDIENT. A SCOUT follows the rules of
his family, school and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks
these laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than
disobey them.

I bring life to the 8th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS CHEERFUL. A scout looks at the brighter
side of life. He cheerfully accomplishes tasks that come his way. He tries to make others
happy.

I bring life to the 9th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS THRIFTY. A scout works his way to help
others. He saves for the future. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully
uses his time and property.

I bring life to the 10th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS BRAVE. A SCOUT can face danger even
if he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he believes is right even if others laugh
at him or threaten him.

I bring life to the 11th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS CLEAN. A scout keeps his body and
mind fit and clean. He helps keep his home and community in order.

I bring life to the 12th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS REVERENT. A SCOUT is faithful in his
religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.

 You have heard the twelve points of the scout law. Do you accept this law as a scout and
do you promise to do your best and live by this law?
Boy scouts: Yes, ma’am.
The recitation of the scout oath to be led by Mark Daniel Urbano

Troop Leader : Now that the candles are lighted , let us be reminded that it is the spirit of
the scout oath and law which now light our steps. May this spirit be with us, now and
forever.

INVESTITURE OF GIRL SCOUTS

(the candidates for investiture goes up the stage)

May we call in Ms. Lourdes L. Serrano , for the presentation of the candidates for
investiture.

*Maam Serrano

Fellow scouts and scouters, here are the______candidates for investiture. (to the girls)
Girls, Can I trust you on your honor to fulfill your duty to serve God, our country and
mankind as represented by the three candles here and to live by the Girl Scout Law?

Girls: Yes, ma’am.

Troop Leader : May you do each duty without thoughts of rewards. Now, be prepared to
recite the ten beautiful guides, so that you can become the kind of person the scouting
movement would like you to be.

THE 12 POINTS OF SCOUTING (girl scouts will recite the laws one by one before  lighting the
candle:)

I bring life to the first point of scout law: A SCOUT IS TRUSTWORTHY. A scout tells the truth.
He keeps his promises. Honesty is a part of his code of conduct. People can always depend
on him.

I bring life to the 2nd point of scout law: A SCOUT IS LOYAL. A SCOUT IS true to his family,
friends, scout leaders, school, nation and world community

I bring life to the 3rd point of scout law: A SCOUT IS HELPFUL. A Scout is concerned about
other people. He willingly volunteers to help others without expecting payment or rewards.

I bring life to the 4th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS FRIENDLY. A scout is a friend to all. He
is brother to all scouts. He seeks to understand others. He respects ideas and customs’
different from his own.

I bring life to the 5th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS COURTEOUS. A scout is polite to
everyone regardless of age and position. He knows that good manners make it easier for
people to get long well together
I bring life to the 6th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS KIND. A scout understands there is
strength in being gentle. He treats others the way he wishes to be treated. He does not
harm nor kill creatures needlessly and strives to save and protect life at all cost.

I bring life to the 7th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS OBEDIENT. A SCOUT follows the rules of
his family, school and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks
these laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than
disobey them.

I bring life to the 8th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS CHEERFUL. A scout looks at the brighter
side of life. He cheerfully accomplishes tasks that come his way. He tries to make others
happy.

I bring life to the 9th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS THRIFTY. A scout works his way to help
others. He saves for the future. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully
uses his time and property.

I bring life to the 10th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS BRAVE. A SCOUT can face danger even
if he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he believes is right even if others laugh
at him or threaten him.

I bring life to the 11th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS CLEAN. A scout keeps his body and
mind fit and clean. He helps keep his home and community in order.

I bring life to the 12th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS REVERENT. A SCOUT is faithful in his
religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.

Troop Leader :  Each candle flame sheds the brilliance of the Girl Scout law. May their glow
so bright that no turn of path shall you stumble. It is with great conviction that we will
recite the Girl Scout Oat to be led by  Sct. Daphy Sanoy

(Recitation of the Girl Scout promise ) .

You have now taken the first step along the scout trail. Adventures await you. Let your
honor remain shining longer than the flames of these candles. Welcome to the world of
scouting.

Let us all sing the SCOUTS OF HYM, to be led by Patricia Abrio , Kate Manarpiis & Prince
Banaag

Turn over of the torch of wisdom BSP & GSP

This time , for the turning over of the torch of wisdom for boy scout , may I request
Bryan Bose ( Senior Scout ) and Jeed Ezekiel Dela Cruz( Junior Scout ) to come up on stage.

And for the turning over of the key of responsibility of the girl Scout , may I request
Angel Sarmiento and Daphny Sanoy to please come up on stage.
Pledge of Allegiance

I direct your attention to the flag of our country. As scouts, we honor our flag deeply. We
know what it means. We love and honor the nation it represents. I ask you now to face it
and pledge your allegiance to it , with Lady Jade Bose  leading.

Every path , though rugged become easier to tread with the proper dose of motivation.
___________________________ (guest) , founder will give us his/her inspirational message.

Thank you, you have now taken the first step along the scout trail, adventure await you. Let
your honor remain shinning longer than the flames of the candles.

Welcome to the world of scouting.

At this moment, to give some acknowledgement and final message may we request

Ms. Lourdes L. Serrano, for her closing remarks.

At this moment , may we in Ms. Mae Ann Hermosa , to lead us in closing prayer.

Ladies and gentlemen, the exit of colors.

Exit Of Colors

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Distinguished guests

Saviour School Admin, The faculty staff , The BSP and GSP , and

Dear Parents and guardians, for their selfless and inexhaustible support

To the great great Scout master of all good scout and scouters

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.