DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

CAT
“Citizenship Advancement Training”

Second Quarter – Module 2

Military Orientation

Mr. Wilson F. Pascual

Public Schools District Supervisor
Writer

Mrs. Madeline Ann L. Diaz

CID-Chief
Evaluator

Schools Division Office of Muntinlupa

Introductory Message

To our dear learners,

Welcome to an exciting year of Military Training in CAT. It provides learning
opportunities for the students to gain knowledge, skills and understanding of the
rights and duties of citizenship and military orientation with focus on leadership,
followership, and personal discipline.

This learner’s worksheet is intended to assist you in your journey into delving
deep into the roots of Military Training, the history of Armed Forces of the
Philippines. which make you one resilient, compassionate and unique individual – a
FILIPINO.

This set of materials will help you:

1. explore Armed Forces of the Philippine;

2. expose you to various military expressions;
3. establish a sense of nationalism, self-awareness and identity as a Filipino.

We encourage you to take good care of this material. Your responsibility in

using and maintaining it will be appreciated by the succeeding generations of
learners.

Have a meaningful journey!

The Author

SECOND QUARTER: Military Courtesy and Discipline.

Introduction:
Military courtesy is an extension and a formalization of courtesies practiced in
a culture's everyday life. It is intended to reinforce discipline and the chain of
command by defining how soldiers will treat their superiors and vice versa. They are
also thought to enhance esprit de corps.
Some military courtesies include proper forms of address ("Sir", "Ma'am",
"Mister") and when each should be used; the salute, and the related concept of
standing at attention; proper wear of military headgear; obeisance; and the rules for
behavior in various ceremonies. Specifics can vary depending on an
individual's rank, location, and circumstances.

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Objective (What I Need to Know)

"Courtesy among members of the CAT is vital to maintain military discipline.

Military courtesy means good manners and politeness in dealing with other people.
Courteous behavior provides a basis for developing good human relations.
The distinction between civilian and military courtesy is that military courtesy
was developed in a military atmosphere and has become an integral part of serving
in uniform.".
Military courtesy has been established, over the years, to establish and
maintain order and structure that is the backbone of the military.

Pre-assessment Activity (What I Know)

1. Fill in the blank. Write the missing word /words to complete the Pledge
of Loyalty.

Pledge of loyalty

If You work for a man,

in ______________name,
work for him,
______well of him,
and stand by the __________
he represents.

Remember,
an __________________
is worth a pound of ______________.

If you must growl,

__________________________________,
why resign your __________.

And when you are in the outside,

damn to your ___________ content!

But as long as you are a part of the ____________,

do not ___________ it.

If you do,
the __________ high wind that _______________
will _________ you away.

And probably,
you will never know _______……...

by Sir Elbert Kim ___________

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What’s New?

Write something about “Courtesy”

Lesson Proper (What Is It)

CAT Merit and Demerits

1. 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.

2. CLASS A: (10 – 30 DEMERITS) Major Misdemeanors Gross 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)

3. CLASS B: (6-10 DEMERITS) Grave Misdemeanors 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

4. CLASS C: (4-5 DEMERITS) Less Grave Misdemeanors Slouching in ranks

Walking in uniform without headgear Rolling up of sleeves Spitting in ranks Does
any act detrimental to discipline while in ranks (howling shouting, etc.) Chewing
of gums or cadies while in ranks Carelessly laying aside the rifle Wearing of dirty
and slovenly uniform Commits any act similar in nature as the offenses
mentioned

5. CLASS D: (1-3 DEMERITS) Minor Misdemeanors and Omission Untucked T-

shirt Unbraided hair for cadettes Unpolished brass articles Dirty face Not bringing
of handouts Malingering Wearing of uniform other than the one prescribed Falling
out from ranks without permission Lazily dragging the rifle Commits any act
similar in nature to the above offenses.

EXPECTATIONS FROM BASIC CADETS:

1. Observe regular attendance and punctuality. Obey all orders given by your
officers.
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2. Always move in “Double Time”. Wear your proper uniform. Observe proper
grooming and bearing.
3. Be cordial to your officers
4. Observe silence inside the lecture room Listen and participate attentively to the
instructor.
5. Proceed to your classrooms immediately after the period.
6. Should you have any inquiries about CAT, consult your officers or the CAT
Commandant only.

What is Philosophy?

Comes from the Greek words – “philo and sophilo” which together means love for
wisdom. Refers to the doctrine of values which seeks to answer the meaning and
purpose of life. (Gregorio, 1979)

CADETS’ PHILOSOPHY

1. Stand and deliver.

2. Don’t quit.
3. Perfect practice makes perfect.
4. Respect is not given but earned.
5. Attitude is a small thing but it makes a difference.
6. He, who lives without discipline, dies without dignity.
7. Obey first before you complain.
8. The fault of one is the fault of all.
9. My “buddy” is my body.
10. If it is not for the good of all, I will not sacrifice myself.
11. I must be stable even under pressure.

Three Virtues of CAT

1. Integrity – be honest at all times
2. Loyalty – speak well of the institution
3. Service – work for the betterment of mankind

CADET’S CODE OF HONOR

• A cadet does not lie.
• A cadet does not cheat.
• A cadet does not steal.
• A cadet does not cover-up the wrongs of his fellow cadet.

Military Secrecy:
“What you see, what you hear, when you leave, leave it here.”

Military Principles:
“Obey first before you complain.”
“You do what I say.”

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 Enrichment Activity (What’s more)

Ranks and Designation of CAT Officers, from highest to lowest:

Corps Staff
Corps (Cor) Commander = Cadet Col
Corps Executive Officer (Corps XO or Deputy) = cadet Lt Col
Corps G1 / Adjutant = Cadet Lt Col
Corps G2 / Intelligence = Cadet Lt Col
Corps G3 / Trng Officer = Cadet Lt Col
Corps G4 / Logistics = Cadet Lt Col
Corps G5 / Headquarter Officer = Cadet Lt Col
Battalion Staff:
Battalion Commanders = Cadet Lt Col
Battalion Executive Officers (or Deputy)= Cadet Major
S1 Adjutant= Major
S2 Intelligence=Major
S3 Training Officer= Major
S4 Supply & Logistics=Major
S5 = Headquarter Officer=Major

Company Staff
Company Commanders = Captain
Company Executive Officers (or Company Dept.) = Captain

Platoon Leaders= 1st Lt

Reserved Officer = 2nd Lt

Functions of the CAT Officers

A. Group Commander or Corps Commander

[Link]/She shall be the highest Officer in position & is vested full authority to govern
the organization & the student body, with the supervision of the CAT Coordinator;

;2The Group Commander shall convene and call for all official meetings of the
organization, with the presence of the CAT Coordinator.

[Link]/She shall see to it that the constitution and By-laws and all resolutions adapted
by the organization are strictly complied with.

4. He/She shall have the right in authorizing financial transactions of the organization
with the approval of the CAT Coordinator.

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[Link] group Commander shall have the power to direct or appoint any officer, cadet
or cadette in any function/and/or position/s, as approved by the CAT Coordinator,
should there be a necessity to do such appointment.
[Link]/She shall preform other duties that may be assigned by the CAT Coordinator.

B. G1 (S1)-Adjutant

1. He/She be 2nd highest officer in position and is vested full authority in the
absence, resignation, disability or death of the group commander.
2. He/She shall serve as an understudy of the Group Commander so that on the
event of aforementioned absence or disability, he/she is prepared to assume the
office of the group commander without any prejudice to the affairs of the level of
organization, & shall preside all meetings called for the group commander and/or
CAT Coordinator.
3. He/She shall attend the council meetings of the ARCS or any official meeting
called for by the school, when delegated.
4. He/She shall keep an accurate record of the attendance & list of merits & demerits
of all the cadets and cadettes, including the CAT Applicants for the academic year, in
relation to the monthly drill day and special formation.
5. She/he shall be responsible in preparing the schedule of the officer of the day,
cadet and cadette of the day, flag and rifle bearers of the day.

C. G2 (S2) Intelligence Officer

1. The Intelligence Officer shall keep an authentic record of the proceedings and
minutes of meetings of the organization.
2 He/She shall submit weekly reports to the office of the CAT Coordinator regarding
school activities and other confidential matters pertaining to the behaviour of the
officers and the rest of the students.
3. She/he shall be given full authority to give merits or demerits to his/her fellow
officers, provided that such authority is justifiable and in accordance with the
organization's rules and regulations.
4. She/he shall have a complete record of the officers' attendance in any meeting,
formation and/or special sessions called for, by the group commander
5. He/She shall prepare and keep all correspondence pertaining to all activities of the
organization.
6. She/he shall be responsible for the dissemination of communications for notice of
meeting and/or special sessions called for, by the group commander and/or CAT
Coordinator.
7. She/he shall perform other duties that may be assigned to him by the group
commander, upon consultation with the CAT Coordinator.

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D. G3 (S3) Training Officer

[Link] training Officer is vested full authority as the highest officer in command during
the unit's monthly formation and is in charge of the plans, operations and trainings of
the unit.
2. She/he shall prepare the schedule of the monthly formation, to be submitted to the
office of the CAT Coordinator one week before the actual formation.
3. She/he shall direct all squadron commanders and flight leaders of all the activities
of the unit in relation to flight drill, rifle drills & ceremonies, in preparation of the
annual civic parade and other special formations and/or occasions.
4. She/he shall govern the training of the CAT Applicants from August until March,
unless otherwise, the CAT Coordinator decides whom to direct the authority to
handle the applicants.
5. She/he shall perform other duties that may be assigned to him by the group
commander, upon consultation with the CAT Coordinator.
E. G4 (S4) Supply and Logistics Officer

[Link] Finance Officer shall serve as custodian of all the money, securities, papers
and book of accounts of the organization necessary for this purpose.

2. He/She shall properly account all cash receipt evident by legal and official
documents acknowledged by the Group Commander, duly approved by CAT
Coordinator.

3. He/She shall keep a complete and accurate record of all cash transaction, fund-
raising projects, donations, and other sources of funds, evident by legal and official
documents

[Link]/She shall campaign for the collections, donations, fees and dues approved by
the organization, with the consent of the CAT Coordinator.

[Link]/She shall issue receipts for all collections, donations, fees & dues received, and
keep an accurate record of the same.

10. She/he shall perform other duties that may be assigned to him/her by the Group
Commander and /or the CAT Coordinator

F. G5 (S5) Headquarter Officer

1. He / She is responsible for the Headquarters of CAT.

2. Maintain the cleanliness of the Room.
4. Check the attendance of every person that will enter the room.
5 .He/She shall perform other duties that may be assigned to him/her by the group

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G. Battalion Commander/Dept. Bn Commander

1. She/he shall be the commanding officer of the squadron and is vested full
authority to govern the flights under him/her.

2. She/he shall maintain an accurate record of attendance, as well as list of

merits and demerits of the flights under him/her.

[Link]/She shall have the right to control the flow of the activity of his/her
squadron, with the consent of the Training Officer, duly authorized by the
Group Commander, pending upon approval of the CAT Coordinator

[Link]/She shall have the right to dismiss his/her squadron, with the consent of
the Training Officer, duly authorized by Group Commander, pending upon
approval of the CAT Coordinator.

5. She/he shall perform other duties that may be assigned to him/her by the
Group Commander and/or CAT Coordinator.

H. Company Commander (CO)

 Responsible for all company level activities
 Supervises, provides guidance to and directs the company staff, platoon
leaders and Company First Sergeant in insuring all activities and training are
planned, coordinated and executed efficiently
 Sets the standard and direction of the company
 Builds an effective company chain of command and develops a positive
command climate
 Develops company level training plans and continually assesses training
progress paying particular attention to Physical Training, Labs and LDAC
Preparation
 Responsible for developing company commander’s intent aligned with the
intent of the Cadet battalion commander and PMS; communicates intent and
empowers subordinates to act appropriately to accomplish the mission
 Insures Cadet compliance with policies and procedures of the program
 Creates suspense to accomplish company level missions and enforce
standards
 Serves as a link between all Cadets and the Assistant Professor of Military
Science
 Advises the Assistant Professor of Military Science concerning all Cadet
matters
 Disseminates information from the Cadet battalion chain of command and
issues orders

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I. Company Executive Officer (XO)
 Second in command; assumes command and commander responsibilities in
the Cadet Company Commander’s absence
 Serves as the Chief of Staff; supervises and coordinates the efforts of the
company staff in planning, coordination and execution of company events
 Free the company commander from routine details and passes pertinent data,
information and insight from the company staff to the commander and from
the company commander to the staff
 Insures company staff suspense are met and remains knowledgeable of the
current status of staff actions
 Responsible for the safety and risk assessment of all company events
 Performs all other duties as assigned by the company Commander
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J. Platoon Leader
 Responsible for all platoon activities
 Sets the standard and direction of the platoon
 Communicates company commander’s intent and empowers squad leaders to
act appropriately to accomplish the mission
 Insures Cadet compliance with policies and procedures of the program
 Serves as a link between squad leaders and the Company Executive Officer
and Company Commander
 Disseminates information from the company chain of command and issues
orders
 Responsible for the training and personal development of the platoon
members
K. Platoon Sergeant (Guide)
 Responsible for all platoon activities
 Responsible for personnel accountability, uniform, equipment, training, and
preparation for training the platoon
 Serves as a link between squad leaders and the First Sergeant
 Disseminates information from the platoon leader and enforces standards

[Link] Leader
 Responsible for all squad activities
 Sets the standard and direction of the squad
 Communicates the platoon leader’s intent and empowers squad members to
act appropriately to accomplish the mission
 Insures Cadet compliance with policies and procedures of the program
 Creates suspense dates to accomplish squad missions and enforce standards
 Serves as a link between the Cadets and the platoon leadership
 Disseminates information from the platoon chain of command and issues
orders

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What I Can Do
a. How important is CAT for Grade 10 students? Write your Essay inside
the box provided for.

Assessment:
What is your learning in this Module? Give example .

References:
1. CAT Handbook by U. Baclagon
2. Facebook

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