MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO NSTP

What is NSTP?

Specific Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the lesson, you shall be able to:
1. Discuss the legal basis and rules governing the conduct of NSTP
2. Visualize and express possible gains while involving themselves and participating in all
community-engagement activities.
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Society as defined by Dictionary.com is an organized group of persons associated together for

religious, benevolent, cultural, scientific, political, patriotic, or other purposes. Being part of a society
entails responsibilities to be performed and fulfilled. As a teenager and a member of the society, have
you done your part in maintaining peace, respect and love in the society? In this unit, you will be able
to gain understanding and awareness with regards to serving the community.

Activity 1: Putting Things in the Right Perspective

Put a finger down NSTP edition.

Put a finger down if…..

1. You became a volunteer in any activity in your barangay or city.

2. You follow every single rule in your house.
3. You follow traffic rules all the time (Example: crossing on designated areas).
 4. You share facts and not fake news in social media.
5. You are aware of the concepts of drug addiction and not using illegal drugs.

6. You express your right to vote in any election (local and national elections or
classroom/organizational elections.
7. You show respect to the Philippine flag and national anthem.
8. You accept, respect and appreciate Filipino values.
9. You have environmental awareness and involve yourself in keeping the environment clean and
green.
10.You are an agent of change showing good leadership and promoting peace in the community
you belong.

How many of your fingers are down? If you got more than five fingers down, you are doing a great
job. Continue and improve it. If not, don’t be sad because you can still change it. Do your best to be a
better version of yourself. After this course, you might find yourself serving the community in your own
little ways.

Brainstorming

The National Service Training Program (NSTP) is a mandated program in the curricula of all
baccalaureate programs and in at least two (2) years of technical-vocational or associate courses in
all state universities and colleges (SUCs), and private higher and technical-vocational education
institutions. All incoming male and female students, starting school year (SY) 2002-2008 have been
required to complete one (1) NSTP component of their choice for graduation in compliance with
Section 4 of Republic Act No. 9163, otherwise known as the National Service Training Program
Act of 2001 and Section 4, Rule III of the Implementing Rules and Regulations. This law started to be
implemented in all colleges and universities in 2002.

The NSTP Act of 2001 was conceptualized by the former CHED Secretary Ester A. Garcia, now the
president of the University of the East, and it is better known as Republic Act 9163 that has been
signed into law by Her Excellency, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo in response to the public
clamor of reform in the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC).

The program aimed at enhancing civic consciousness and defense preparedness in the youth by
developing the ethics of service and patriotism while undergoing training in any of its three (3)
components. Its various components are specially designed to enhance the youth’s active
contribution to the general welfare.

Three Components of NSTP

1. ROTC (Reserve Officers Training Corps)

- the program component institutionalized under Section 38 and 39 of Republic Act No. 7077,
designed to provide military training to motivate, train organize and mobilize them for national
defense preparedness.

2. LTS (Literacy Training Service)

-refers to the program component or activities contributory to the general welfare and the
betterment of life for the members of the community or the enhancement of its facilities,
especially those devoted to improving health, education, environment, entrepreneurship,
safety, recreation and moral of the citizenry and other social welfare services.

3. CWTS (Civic Welfare Training Services)

- the component which designs activities that will contribute to the general welfare and
betterment of life for the community, as well as enhance its facilities and improve the health
condition of its members. This can be done by focusing on providing the community members
with basic skills on health, environmental sanitation, entrepreneurship, safety, recreation, and
enhancing their moral values.

Generally, the NSTP program is designed to recover the youth's sense of patriotism and national
pride, values and habits of discipline and hard work, integrity, and accountability for nation-building.
To achieve this vision, the NSTP through its capability enhancement activities seeks to promote
values education, transformational leadership, volunteerism, and virtuous social entrepreneurshipnot
only to the students but also to the community members they will serve. This can be done through an
integrative approach to human development that begins with oneself and a strong partnership with
local officials, civic leaders and nongovernment organizations.
 Instill
The Revised Implementing Rules and Regulation of RA 9163

Pursuant to Section 12 of Republic Act No. 9163 otherwise known as the National Service Training
Program (NSTP) Act of 2001, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), Technical Education
and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), and Department of National Defense (DND), in
consultation with concerned government agencies, the Philippine Association of State Universities
and Colleges (PASUC), Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations of the Philippines
(COCOPEA), Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) and recognized student organizations, hereby
jointly issue, adopt and promulgate the following implementing rules and regulations to implement the
provisions of the Act.

Rule 1 GUIDING PRINCIPLES Section 1. Guiding Principle

While it is the prime duty of the government to serve and protect its citizens, in turn it shall be the
responsibility of all citizens to defend the security and promote the general welfare of the State, and in
fulfillment thereof, the government may require each citizen to render personal military or civil service.

Section 2. Role of the Youth

a. In recognition of the vital role of the youth in nation building, the State shall promote civic
consciousness among them and shall develop their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual and social
wellbeing. It shall inculcate the ideals of patriotism, nationalism, and advance their involvement in
public and civic affairs.

b. As the most valuable resource of the nation, they shall be motivated, trained, organized and

involved in military, literacy, civic welfare programs and other similar endeavors in the service of the
nation.

Rule II DEFINITION OF TERMS

Section 3.
As used in the Implementing Rules and Regulation (IRR), the following terms shall mean:

a. "National Service Training Program" (NSTP) - refers to the program aimed at enhancing civic
consciousness and defense preparedness in the youth, by developing the ethics of service and
patriotism while undergoing training in any of the three (3) Program components, specifically
designed to enhance the youth's active contribution to the general welfare;

b. "Reserve Officers' Training Corps" (ROTC) - refers to the Program component, institutionalized
under Sections 38 and 39 of Republic Act No. 7077, designed to provide military training to tertiary
 level students in order to motivate, train, organize and mobilize them for national defense
preparedness;

c. "Literacy Training Service" (LTS) - refers to the Program component designed to train student to
teach literacy and numeracy skills to school children, out-of-school youths and other segments of
society in need of their services;

d. "Civic Welfare Training Service" (CWTS) - refers to the Program component or activities
contributory to the general welfare and the betterment of life for the members of the community or
the enhancement of its facilities, especially those devoted to improving health, education,
environment, entrepreneurship, safety, recreation and moral of the citizenry and other social
welfare services;

e. "Program Component”- refers to the service components of NSTP as defined herein;

f. "Clustering"- taking up the same NSTP component into one (1) group under the management
and
supervision of a designated school; grouping of students enrolled to different schools into

g.“Cross-Enrollment" - refers to a system of enrollment where a student is officially enrolled in an

academic program of an origin school but is allowed to enroll in the NSTP component of another
accepting school;

h. "Non-Government Organization” (NGO) - refers to any private organization duly accredited by

CHED or recognized by TESDA; and

i. "Student Cadet" - refers to a student enrolled in the ROTC component.

Rule III PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION Section 4. Coverage

a. All incoming freshmen students, male and female, starting School Year (SY) 2002-2003, enrolled

in any baccalaureate and in at least two (2) year technical-vocational or associate courses, are
required tocomplete one (1) NSTP component of their choice, as a graduation requirement.
The above provision however does not cover the following:

a.1 Students who finished or graduated from a baccalaureate degree or two-year technical-
vocational or associate course and pursuing or enrolled in another or additional
baccalaureate degreeor two-year technical-vocational or associate course in SY 2003-
2004;

a.2 Students who completed any of the three NSTP component but considered freshmen to
the course
where they transferred or shifted; and;
 a.3 Foreign students or aliens.

b. All higher educational institutions including State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and technical-
vocational education institutions must offer upon enrolment, all the three (3) NSTP components.
(However,)State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) are required to provide and maintain the ROTC
component.In cases that the enrollment of ROTC Cadets is less than 350 then, the provisions of
clustering in Section 7 of NSTP IRR should be followed.

c. Program of study (syllabus) and enrolment forms shall bear the “NSTP” without stating thereinthe
three components. There shall be an orientation for all NSTP enrollees to be jointly conducted by
theROTC, CWTS, and LTS coordinators/implementers. Students enrolled in the first semester of
the freshmanyear shall be made to undergo a common module phase for 25 hours training; drug
education; disasterawareness, preparedness and management; environmental protection; and
other national security concerns.Upon completion of the common module phase, the student must
select the specific NSTP programcomponent that he/she will pursue.

d. The Philippine Military Academy (PMA), Philippine Merchant Marine Academy (PMMA),Philippine
National Police Academy (PNPA) is exempted from the NSTP in view of the special character
ofthese institutions. Other State Universities and Colleges of similar nature will be exempted
subject toapproval of the Department of National Defense.

e. Private Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) and technical vocational education institutionswith at
least 350 student cadets, must establish/maintain a Department of Military Science and
Tactics(DMST), subject to existing rules and regulations. DMST previously approved and activated
shall retainthe status regardless of the number of cadets. However, for DMST that has been
created after approval ofthis IRR, there must be a minimum of 350 cadets. In cases where the
number of cadets will be lesser than350 clustering or ROTCU will be undertaken with ROTCU of
the State
University and Colleges within thenearest environ with the lead role.

Section 5. Program Components

a. The NSTP shall have the following components which the students can choose from as defined in
Rule II, Section 3 hereof: The Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC), Literacy Training Service
(LTS),and Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS).

b. All program components; the ROTC in particular, shall give emphasis on citizenship training
andshall instill patriotism, moral virtues, respect for the rights of civilians and adherence to the
Constitution.
c. The CHED, TESDA in consultation with the DND, and PASUC, COCOPEA and other
concernedgovernment agencies, may design and implement such other non-military training
components as may benecessary in consonance with the provisions of R.A. 9163.
d. Within thirty (30) days from the approval of this revised IRR, the CHED, TESDA, and the
DNDshall jointly issue the minimum standards for the three (3) NSTP components which shall
form part of theseguidelines.

Section 6. Duration and Equivalent Course Unit

a. Each of the aforementioned NSTP components shall be undertaken for an academic period of
two(2) semesters. It shall be credited for three (3) units per semester, for fifty-four (54) to ninety
(90) traininghours per semester.

b. A One (1) Summer Program (OSP) in lieu of the two (2) semester program may be
designed,formulated and adopted by the DND, CHED and TESDA, subject to the capability of the
school and the AFPto handle the same.

c. Earned NSTP units shall not be included in the computation of Grade Point Average (GPA)
gradesof college graduating students.
Section 7.Clustering and Cross-Enrollment
a. Clustering of students from different education institutions during semestral or summer periods
may be done for any of the NSTP component, taking into account logistics, branch of service and
geographical locations. The host school shall be responsible in managing the Program.

b. The school must allow any NSTP student to cross-enroll in any CHED/TESDA recognized
institution. In cases that the enrollment of ROTC Cadets is less than 350 then, the provisions of
Clustering in Section 7 of NSTP IRR should be followed.

c. Students intending to cross-enroll shall be subject to the existing rules and regulations of the
school of origin and the accepting school. Section 8. Monitoring and Evaluation
a. Management

a.1. The school authorities shall exercise academic and administrative supervision over the
design, formulation, adoption, and implementation of the different NSTP components in
their respective schools. Subject to the provision of this IRR.
a.2. There should be an NSTP Office in each school or college university headed by an NSTP
Director or its equivalent position responsible for the implementation of the Program. Each of
the NSTP components is considered a distinct and/or separate unit under the NSTP Office, and the
head of the unit shall report directly to the NSTP Director or its equivalent position.

a.3. A functional chart of the NSTP Office shall be structured based on the capability of the
institution to sustain the component program being offered based on the number of
enrollees.
 a.4. In the case of ROTC, the school authorities and DND, subject to the policies, regulations
and
programs of DND on the military component of the training, shall exercise joint supervision over
its implementation.

a.5. NGOs contacted by the school must secure a joint accreditation from CHED, DND, and
TESDA to formulate and administer training modules for CWTS and LTS components.
CHED, DND, and TESIDA shall jointly exercise such academic and administrative
supervision with those NGOs. Within forty-five (45) days from approval and issuance of
this IRR, the CHED, TESDA, and DND shall issue the necessary guidelines for the
accreditation of non-government organizations (NGOS) and training modules to be
utilized by these NGOs.

a.6. The DND shall formulate and administer training modules for the ROTC program. b.

Monitoring

b. 1. An NSTP Joint Committee at provincial, regional and national level shall be created by 'Tripartite
agreement for monitoring all the program components in the various institutions.

b.2. CHED/TESDA Regional Offices, and DND-AFP (through the Major Service Reserve
Commands), shall oversee and monitor the implementation of the NSTP under their
respective jurisdiction, to determine if the trainings conducted are in consonance with the
Act. These offices shall submit periodic reports to the NSTP Joint Coordinating
Committee.

b.3. An Annual NSTP Performance Evaluation (ANPE) shall be conducted towards the end of
the
school year to evaluate and determine the achievement of training objectives of the NSTP

three components program. CHED, TESDA, and DND (THRUGH Major Service Reserve Commands)
shall formulate respective evaluation parameters on program administration and implementation
which shall jointly form part in the minimum standards

b.4. At the end of every school year, the Higher Education Institution shall submit an Annual
Report to the CHED Regional Office copy furnished the Office of the Student Services in
electronic template, indicating the following:

b.4.1. Names who finished under each NSTP component,

 b.4.2. The programs, projects and activities, undertaken pictorials and documentation
as much as
possible, and with

b.4.3. Financial statements on the funds collected and utilized.

The annual report on NSTP by the university or college shall be made available to faculty, students
and the general public NSTP Office.

In regions with universities and colleges having two or more campuses, the university concerned shall
consolidate the report before submission to CHED Regional Offices.

b.5. In cases of violations of guidelines, warnings and/or sanctions shall be imposed to

schools and accredited NGOS' pursuant to pertinent rules and regulations.

Rule IV FEES AND INCENTIVES

Section 9. Fees

No fees shall be collected for any of the NSTP component except basic tuition, which should not be
more than 50% of the charges of the school per academic unit. NSTP fees collected shall contitute a
Trust Fund, which shall be exclusively used for the operation of the program.

Section 10. Incentive, Insurance and Protection

A. Incentives

1. A program of assistance/incentives for ROTC students shall be provided and administered by

DND, in accordance with existing laws and regulations and subject to the availability of funds.

2. A Special Scholarship Program and other forms of assistance and incentives for qualified NSTP
students shall be administered by CHED and TESDA, with funds for the purpose to be included in
the annual regular appropriations of the two agencies, subject to the availability of funds.

3. The college or university may provide scholarship and other forms of assistance and incentives to
qualified and deserving NSTP students, the funding of which shall come from available NSTP
funds of the school.

4. Personnel involved in the NSTP shall be provided honorarium and other incentives based on the
standard policy set forth by the HEIs.
B. Insurance and Protection
1. School authorities concerned, CHED and TESDA shall ensure that health and accident group
insurances are provided for students enrolled in any of the NSTP components.

2. Schools that already provide health and accident group insurance and collect the necessary
fees for the purpose from their students as of the effectivity of this Rules, are deemed to have
complied with this requirement.
Rule V ORGANIZATION OF NSTP GRADUATES Section 11. Organizations of NSTP Graduate
Graduates of the non-ROTC components of the NSTP shall belong to the National Service Reserce
Corps (NSRC) and could be tapped by the State for literacy and civic welfare activities, especially in
times of calamities through the joint efforts of DND, CHED, and TESDA, in coordination with DILG,
DSWD and other concerned agencies/associations.

The CHED, TESDA, and DND, in consultation with other concerned government and non-government
agencies, shall issue the necessary guidelines for the establishment, organization, maintenance and
utilization of the National Service Reserve Corps.

Graduate of ROC program shall for part of the Citizen Armed Force pursuant to RA 7077, subject to
the requirement of DND.

Rule VI MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

Section 12. Certificate of Completion.

Certificate of Completion with corresponding serial number issued by CHED, TESDA or DND, shall
be awarded to students who have successfully complied with the program requirements.

Section 13. Information Dissemination. The CHED, TESDA and DND shall provide information on
these Act and IRR to all concerned publics through different modes of disseminating information.

Section 14. Amendatory Clause

a. Section 35 of Commonwealth act No.1, Executive Order No. 207 of 1939, Section 2 and 3 of
presidential Decree No. 1706,and Sections 38 and 39 of Republic Act No. 7077, as well as all
laws,decrees, orders, rules and regulations and other issuances inconsistent with the provisions of
the Act are hereby deemed amended and modified accordingly.

b. This Rules may be amended, modified, or replaced jointly by CHED, TESDA and DND, in
consultation with PASUC, COCOPEA, NGOs and recognized student organizations.

Section 15. Separability Clause. If any section or provisions of this IRR shall be declared
unconstitutional or invalid, the other sections or provisions not affected thereby shall remain in full
force and effect.
Section 16. Effectivity. This rules shall take effect 15 days after publication in a newspaper of
general circulation and shall remain in force and effect until revoked or amended.

Apply
The Republic Act No. 7077

This act known as the "Citizen Armed Forces of the Philippines Reservists Act" aims to organize,
train, develop and maintain a support unit to the Armed Forces of the Philippines to help protect our
country and citizens in the event of war, invasion or rebellion; assist in relief and rescue during
disaster or calamities; in socioeconomic development; and in the operation and maintenance of
essential government or private utilities in the furtherance of overall mission.

Pursuant to this act, graduates of ROTC component shall form part of the Citizen Armed Force
subject to Department of National Defense (DND) requirements whereas; graduates of the non-
ROTC components (CWTS and LTS) shall belong to the National Service Reserve Corps (NSRC)
and could be tapped by the State for literacy and civic welfare activities in times of calamities. The
guiding principle of Republic Act No. 9163 known as the NSTP Act of 2001 also states that the prime
duty of the government Is to serve and protect its citizens who in turn shall also protect and defend
the State for their security and to fulfill this, the government may require each citizen to render
personal, military or civil service.

The Philippine 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 and 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.

The above Preamble serves as an introduction to our 1987 Philippine Constitution. It is stated that
we, the Filipino people, must live morally upright and value our existence as one family under God in
order to develop and uphold a just and humane society. Each of us must envision and mutually exert
efforts to preserve a peaceful, independent, and democratic nation toward continuing growth
economically, politically, culturally, and spiritually.

Activity 2: Video presentation (Vlog 1)

NSTP aimed at enhancing your civic consciousness and defense preparedness by developing the
ethics of service and patriotism. To show if you really understand the concept of NSTP, create a
three-minute vlog following the instruction below.
Instructions:

1. In a three-minute video explain the Philippine preamble.

2. Show the relevance to the goal of NSTP to the preamble.
3. As a Filipino youth, what could be your contribution to achieve the goal of NSTP and make the
Philippine preamble evident.
4. Post your video in you LMS.
5. Vlog title format: Surname + your choice of title

Nutshell
Complete the statement

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Specific Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the lesson, you shall be able to:

1. Recognize the symbolic elements in the Philippine flag

2. Write a reflection paper about showing respect to the flag and national anthem
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Activity 1.Describe the Philippine flag. What do you think is the meaning of the colors and
symbols in the flag?

Three Stars: _____________________________

Sun:____________________________________

Blue:__________________________________

Red:____________________________________

Brainstorming

The Flag Code

What is Republic Act 8491?

RA 8491 refers to "An act prescribing the code of

the National Flag, Anthem, Motto Coat-of-Arms
and any other heraldic items and devices of the
Philippines". It was enacted by the Tenth
Congress of the Philippines on its third regular
session. This act is to be known as the "Flag and
Heraldic Code of the Philippines”
The act declares that "reverence and respect shall at all times accorded to the flag, the anthem,
and all other national symbols which embody the national ideals and traditions and which express
the principles of sovereignty and national solidarity The heraldic items and devices shall seek to
manifest the national virtues and to inculcate in the minds and hearts of our people a just pride in
their native land, fitting respect and affection for the national flag and anthem, and the proper use
of the national motto, coat-of-arms, and any other heraldic items and devices." (Section 2)

DEFINITION OF TERMS These are the terminologies used in these rules:

1. Military – means all the branches of the Armed Forces of the Philippines including the Philippine
National Police, the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, and the Bureau of Fire Protection;

2. Festoon – to hang in a curved shape between two points as a decoration;

3. Flag – shall mean the Philippine National Flag, unless stated otherwise;

4. Fly – is the part of the flag outside the hoist or length;

5. Symbol – any conventional sign that reveals man’s achievement and heroism, identification,
authority and a sign of dignity;

6. Half-Mast – shall mean lowering the flag to one-half the distance between the top and bottom of
the staff.

7. Hoist – shall mean the part of the flag nearest to the staff or the canvas to which the halyard is
attached.

8. Inclement Weather – shall mean that a typhoon signal is raised in the locality.

9. National Anthem- shall mean the Philippine National Anthem.

10. Official residencies – shall mean Malacañang and any other government-owned structures
where the president resides, and any other structures occupied by the Philippine Consulate or
Embassies abroad.

11. Places of Frivolity – shall mean places of hilarity marked by or providing boisterous merriment
or recreation; and

12. Institute – shall mean the National Historical Institute

The Philippine Flag

 The sun represents Independence and its eight provinces that led the
Philippine uprising against Spanish rule: Manila, Cavite, Bulacan,
Pampangga, Nueva Ecija, Bataan, Laguna and Batangas

The three stars represents the three min geographical regions of the
Philippines, Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao

The white stands for peace and purity. The white triangle represents
Equality and the Katipunan

The blue symbolizes the patriotism and justice.

 The red represents valour and blood spit for freedom and
independence.

Instill
Understanding Our National Flag

The flag is a symbol of a country. There are certain things that you should remember when it
comes to how the people of the Philippines use the flag.

The flag shall be displayed in all public buildings, official residencies, public plazas, and
institutions of learning every day throughout the year.

The flag shall be permanently hoisted, day and night throughout the year, in front of the following:

 Malacañang Palace
 The Congress of the Philippines building
 Supreme Court building
 The Rizal Monument in Luneta, Manila
 Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite
 Barasoain Shrine in Malolos, Bulacan
 The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
 Libingan ng mga Bayani
 Mausoleo de los Veteranos dela Revolucion
 All the International Ports of Entry and all other places as maybe designated by the institute
The flag shall be properly illuminated at night.

The flag shall also be displayed in private buildings and residences or raised in the open on
flagstaffs in front of said buildings every

 April 9 (Araw ng Kagitingan);

 May 1 (Labor Day);
 May 28 (National Flag Day) to June 12 (Independence Day);
 last Sunday of August (National Heroes Day);
 November 30 (Bonifacio Day);
 and December 30 (Rizal Day); and on such other days as may be declared by the President
and/or local chief executives.

The flag may also be displayed throughout the year in private buildings or offices or raised
in the open on flagstaffs in front of private buildings: Provided, that they observe flag-raising
ceremonies in accordance with the rules and regulations to be issued by the Office of the
President.

Where can our Philippine flag be displayed?

1. Inside or outside a building or a stationary flagpole. If the flag is displayed indoors on a

flagpole, it shall be placed at the left of the observer as one enters the room
2. From the top of a flagpole, this shall at a prominent or a commanding position in a relation to
the surrounding buildings
3. Form a staff projecting upward from the windows sill, canopy, balcony or façade or a building
4. In a suspended position from a rope extending from a building to pole erected away from the
building
5. Flat against the wall vertically with the sun and stars on
top
6. Hanging in a vertical position across a street, with the
blue field pointing east, if the road is heading south or
north, or pointing north, if the road in heading from east
 or west. The flag shall not be raised when the weather is inclement. If already raised, the flag
shall not be lowered

When is the flag flown at half-mast?

The flag shall be flown at half-mask as a sign of mourning in all buildings and places where it is
displayed, as provided for in this Act, on the day of official announcement of death of any of the
following officials:

1. The President or a former President, for ten days)

2. The Vice-President, the Chief Justice, the President of the Senate, and the speaker of the
House of Representatives, for seven days, and
3. Other persons to be determined by the Institute, for any 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 persons as
may be determined by the Institute.
The flag when flown at half-mast shall be hoisted to the peak for a moment then lowered to the
half-mast position. The flag shall again be raised briskly to the peak it is lowered for the day.

What is our pledge of allegiance to the Philippine flag?

 Panunumpa ng Katapatan sa Watawat ng Pilipinas

Ako ay Pilipino

Buong Katapatang nanunumpa

Sa watawat ng Pilipinas

At sa bansang kanyang sinasagisag

Na may dangal, Katarungan at Kalayaan

Na pinakikilos ng sambayanang

Maka-Diyos

Maka-Tao

Makakalikasan at

Makabansa.

Such pledge shall be recited while standing will the right hand palm open raised shoulder high.
Individuals whose faith or religious beliefs prohibit them from making such pledge must
nonetheless show full respect when the pledge is being rendered by standing at attention.

What are the prohibited acts in the flag code?

1. To mutilate, deface, defile, trample on, or cast contempt, any act, or mission casting dishonor
or ridicule upon the flag over its surface;
 2. To dip the flag to any person or object by way of
compliment or salute
3. To use the flag
a. As a drapery, festoon, tablecloth;
b. As covering for ceilings, walls, statues, or other
objects;
c. As a pennant in the hood, side, back, and top of
motor vehicles:
d. As a staff or whip;
e. For unveiling monuments or statues; and
f. As trademarks or tor industrial, commercial, or
agricultural labels or designs.
4. Display the flag
a. Under any painting or picture;
b. Horizontally face-up. It shall always be hoisted aloft and be allowed to fall freely;
Below any platform; or
d. In discotheques, cockpits, night and day clubs, casinos, gambling joints, and places of vice
or where frivolity prevails.
5. To wear the flag in whole or in part as a costume or uniform;
a. To add any word, figure, mark, picture, design, drawing advertisements, or imprint of any
nature on the flag
b. b. To print, paint, or attach representation of the flag on handkerchiefs napkins, cushions, and
other articles of merchandise;
c. To display in public any foreign flag, except in embassies and other diplomatic establishments,
and in offices of international organizations;
d. To use, display, or be part of any advertisement of infomercial and
e. To display the flag in front of buildings or offices occupied aliens.

What is our National Anthem?

The National Anthem, known as "Lupang Hinirang," shall always be sung the national language
within or without the country. The following shall be the lyrics of the National Anthem.

Bayang Magiliw Perlas ng Silanganan

Alab ng puso Sa Dibdib moy bulhay

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 mnamahal.

Ang kislap ng watawat mo’y Tagumpay na nagniningning,

Ang bituin at araw niya, Kailan pa may di magdidilım

Lupa ng araw, ng luwalhati’t pagsinta,

Buhay ay langit sa pilng mo;

Aming ligaya napag may mang-aapi,

Ang mamatay nang dahil sa sayo.

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, or 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 one, they shall face the band or the conductor.

At the first note, all persons shall execute a salute by placing their right palms over their left
chests. Those in military, scouting, citizen's 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:

1. International competitions where the Philippines is the host or has a representative

2. Local competitions
3. During “signing off” and “signing on” of radio broadcasting and television stations
4. Before the initial and last screening of films or before the opening of theatre performances
5. Other occasions as maybe allowed by the institute

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Together with all the information about the Philippine flag and national anthem, you must not also
forget the National Motto shall be “MAKA-DIYOS, MAKA-TAO, MAAKAKALIKASA AT
MAKABANSA.” None that there are also the Core values of the National Service Training
Program or NSTP.

Activity 2. Reflection Writing

Instructions:
 1. Watch the video: Bandila: How to respect the Philippine flag
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEBLBrx2dEM

2. Write a reflection paper about the video

3. Use the following questions as your guide:
a. Do you consistently show respect to the flag and national anthem?
b. Is it really important to recognize and respect it?
c. In your own way, how can you encourage other people most especially those of your age to
always respect the flag and national anthem?
4. Use word document: paper size-8.5x11, Margin-normal, spacing-single
5. Upload your output in LMS or submit through email.

Nutshell
Answer a short quiz in LMS.

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MODULE 4:Core Values of NSTP

Filipino Characteristics and Filipino Citizenship Values

Specific Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the lesson, you shall be able to:
1. Identify the good citizen values as the basis for NSTP core values
2. Produce an infographic showing the manifestation of the Filipino values
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In this unit, you will be dealing with the good Filipino values which is also one of the strong
foundations of NSTP. To begin, do the activity that follows.

Activity 1.
Complete the sentence. Write not less than five descriptions.

You know you’re a Filipino when…………………

_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________

Brainstorming
The Core Values of NSTP
The Meaning of Man as a Person

The term “person” can be exclusively attached to a human being

since notall people are considered human beings and vice versa.
To speak of man as abeing with others is to speak of man as a
person.

Ample consideration has beenrendered in an inquiry on

personalism.

Personalism is a study of man as a person -- unique, a who, a

subject, and a self... never alone in his existence.

Personhood (pagkatao) - individual unique personhood, inasmuch as theindividual is the person,

and the person in the individual. Being with others is very important as the saying “No man is an
island” goes; no man lives alone.People need people.

LOVE OF GOD, OF ONESELE, OF NEIGHBOR, AND OF COUNTRYhas a biblical basis in Matthew

22

greatest commandment
(37)love the Lord, your god with all your heart with all your soul, and with yourentire mind

2nd most important commandment

(39)Love your neighbor as you love yourself

Selfhood is to conceive it as apersonal role that one plays in the general drama in life Individual
differences,responsibilities, decisions, relationships, and involvements are to be lived and work to
be performed.

Where Values Come From

Values come from early childhood (values of our parents, the
environment, the school, the church, and the government.)

Core and Related Values

Conceived and enunciated, the eight (8) core and related values
thateverybodynot only the youth-should have and nurture.

1. Physical (health-physical fitness, cleanliness, harmony with materialuniverse, art and beauty)
2. Intellectual (truth knowledge, creative and critical thinking)
3. Moral (love-integrity, honesty, self-worth, self esteem, personaldiscipline)
4. Spiritual (spirituality-faith in God)
5. Social, Family, Society (social responsibility-mutual love, respect,fidelity, responsible
parenthood, concern for others/common good,freedom/equality, social justice/respect; human
rights- peace/ activenonviolence, popular participation)
6. Economic (economic efficiency-thriftiness, conservation of resources,work ethics, self-reliance,
productivity, scientific and technologicalknowledge)
7. Political (nationalism-common identity, national unity, esteem,commitment, civic
consciousness/pride, bayanihan/ solidarity, loyaltyto country)

“The reinvigoration of the national spirit must take place in the grass roots,in every city, tow, and
barrio in the Philippines, and it must start among our own people to be a worthy citizen of the world
one must first prove himselfto be a good Filipino. Life takes new meaning when we give ourselves to
others.”
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Good Citizen Values

What is a good Filipino citizen?

A good Filipino citizen is one who plays an active and intelligent role as amember of the
community. He is one who fulfils his duties and obligations tothe government and society. i1e
possesses the traits of respectfulness, courtesy, and consideration for parents and elders and for
others. He observes punctuality,promptness, and good moral conduct. (Coloma, & Herrera, n.d.)

The Filipino values presented in the preamble have been simplified andcategorized into the
following:
A. Faith in the Almighty God imploring the aid of the AlmightyGod This is the basic value: to put
God in the center of yourlives and communicate with Him by means of prayers. You shouldlook to
Him as your Ultimate Source, One with infinite powers tohelp you in your work, to enable you to
meet your needs, and to getyou out of trouble and crisis. With this experience, you becomefully
aware of the things you can accomplish when you live a lifeof faith.

B. Respect for lifeThe most precious gift that you have receivedfrom God is “lite”; therefore, you
need to treasure it, keep away fromdestroying yourself, do not take prohibited drugs, do not get
drunk with liquors nor indulge in any other vices that might warm or destroy your life.

C. OrderThe value of order is to have priorities, “first things first”. It is Simply doing the right thing
right at the right time and rightplace without any doubt. Order entails the discipline of your mind,
emotion, and action. You need these for a peaceful, successful, andproductive life.

D. Work "GIVE FISH TO A MAN, AND HE WILL HAVE FOODFOR A DAY; TEACH HIM HOW TO
FISH, AND HE SHALL HAVE FOOD TO EAT THROUGHOUT HIS LIFETIME"

(Chinese proverb) Work is a gift, and it has become a part of yournature and destiny. God has
given

you talents to use wisely in yourwork, and in return, you are expected to settle for nothing less
than

excellent results.: Hard work, quality work, and honest work arewhat make a citizen a good,
productive, and self-reliant memberof the society.

E. Concern for the family and future generations

Be kind andgenerous starting with your family. This value emphasizes that your family is a gift
from God and that utmost attention must be focusedon the family, a sanctuary of life and a core
unit of society. You drawinspiration and strength from your family, so you are expected to doyour
responsibilities as a member of the family to keep it intact and strong against the forces that tend
to destroy its values and sense ofunity.
A. Love - Love conquers all as the saying goes; it is a four-letterword that entails sacrifice,
responsibility, and service. Love bindsus together as a nation as our heroes died for our freedom.
Love isthe key to our national progress. Let love be in the beginning, the
middle, and the end of our history as a nation.

B. Freedom, independence, and democracy-your freedom endswhen others freedom begins. You
should practice freedom witha clear understanding of its limits, with a sense of discipline and
chastity, which will lead you to love your fellowmen, understandtheir plight, and do what is good
and right while avoiding what is wrong and evil.

C. Peace - Peace is a God-given gift that you mus

t nurture by prayerand practice. This can be attained and sustained when you developa deep
sense commitment of your faith in God, concern andrespect for your fellowmen, loyalty to your
country, and care foryour environment.

D. TruthFrancis Bacon said: It is not what we eat but what we digest that makes us strong; not
what we gain but what we savethat makes us rich; not what we read but what we remember
thatmakes us learned; and not what we profess but what we practicethat gives us integrity.. Integrity
is telling oneself the truth.
MarkTwain said, "When you tell the truth you don't have to rememberanything"

E. Justice-You value justice by means of promoting ethical equalitythat enhance the essence of
fairness and social justice. It alsomeans the promotion of a healthy and humane society, respect for
the poor and the unfortunate ones, correct use of power, moving carefully away from graft, corruption,
and any other wrongdoings.
A. Unity - "United we stand; divided we fall" is a saying that bindspeople or nation to be united as
one, especially in times of trialsand aspiration. Like a broomstick, if just a piece of it is usedyou
cannot sweep the mess easily, but when you bind the piecestogether you can sweep and clean
the entire surroundings. Unitywas also the key when our heroes united against the colonizers
justto get our freedom and secure the country's independence.

B. Equality- Mahatma Gandhi said: "There will never be realequality so long as one feels inferior or
superior to another." Thisvalue means treating one another with equality and utmost
dignity,respect for fellow human beings regardless of religion or culturalorientation, sex, social
status, race, and so on. All men are createdequal, and they have every right to be treated fairly in
the interestof love and justice.

C. Respect for law and government rule of law - When you respectthe law, you also respect the
government. It shows patriotism andlove of country. You can criticize the government against bad
leaders, but you better keep mum if you cannot offer any alternativesor solutions to the problems

D. Patriotism, conserve and develop our patrimony –Patriotismis every person's sense of duty
and responsibility to contributeto the development of our country, protecting our integrity, and
upholding the rights and dignity of our people. Being proud ofour personal and national identity
and being responsible voters aresome of the concrete examples of how we cultivate the value of
patriotism.

E. Common good- To promote the common good is an obligationof every member of society to help
one another in attaining socialjustice and welfare of the future generation. It is to share whatyou
have with the other members of society who need your helpmost so that their human dignity will
be upheld. In doing this,you should be sincere and willing to be counted in the work ofpromoting
the common good since the government needs all citizens to join in this mission.
 Concern for theenvironment is to prepare our future generation to have clean airto breathe, clean
water to drink, clean river to swim, clean ocean toexperience adventures, and a healthy life that is
worth living. Nature isGod's grace to you, so you should take care of all his creations, using
allenvironment resources properly and prudently, and you should developa sense of urgency in
the way you treat your environment to bringback all the praises and glory to God. Participate and
get involved ingovernment efforts to protect the environment by launching an efficient and
sustainable “clean-and-green” program nationwide.

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Activity 2. Creating infographics
Instructions:

1. Create an infographic of examples that show the Filipino vales

2. Use 8.5 x 11 or 8.5x13 paper size
3. Avoid using too much disturbing graphics
4. You may use any applications or website to create your infographic.
 Nutshell
Complete the table. Submit your output in LMS.
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MODULE 4:DRUG ADDICTION and PREVENTION
Unit 1: Basic Classifications of Addictive Substance

Specific Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the lesson, you shall be able to:
1. Categorize the signs and symptoms of drug addiction
2. Discuss the consequences of drug addiction in different aspects of human life
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Taking drugs is not bad at all if it is a medicine prescribed by a doctor. It Is because medicines are
legal drugs. But if you will take more than you need, it is another story. It becomes an addiction along
with illegal drugs. Drug addiction has been a perennial problem in many countries, even in the
Philippines. It has increased immensely despite the efforts undertaken by the national government.
Drug addiction is considered an intricate disease- and no good intentions or strong will could prevent
somebody from stopping.
Activity 1. Let’s put things in perspective!
Listen to the following songs and write the message about drug addiction from each song.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-_9VonfUko Demi Lovato – Sober

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOzQMCyPc8o NF- How Could You Leave Us

Brainstorming

Drugs are chemicals that affect a person

in such a way as to bring about
physiological,

emotional, or behavioral change.

 ‘Dangerous drugs’ are those that have high tendency for abuse and dependency, these
substances may be organic or synthetic, and pose harm to those who use them.

Drug abuse is the continuous misuse of any substance, licit, illicit which results to changes in an
individual’s physical, mental or behavioral condition. Drug abuse exists when a person continually
uses a drug other than its intended purpose. This continued use can lead to drug dependence, a
state of physical and psychological dependence or both on a dangerous drug.

Drug dependency This is the state of physical and psychological dependence, or both, on
a dangerous drug, or drugs, experienced by a person following the use of that substance on a
periodic or continuous basis. A person dependent on drugs will experience withdrawal reactions (also
known as “cold turkey”, symptoms that occur after long-term use of a drug is reduced or stopped
abruptly) after abstaining from drugs.
Drug addiction is a complex, and often chronic, brain disease. It is characterized by
excessive drug craving, seeking, and use. Addiction is caused by brain changes caused
by constant drug use
Drug Addiction

It is a condition characterized by an overwhelming desire to continue taking a drug to which

one has become habituated through repeated consumption. Drug addiction symptoms can manifest
psychologically and physically. The following are from the American Addiction Centers.
Behavioral Symptoms

Drug abuse tend to significantly alter a person’s behavior and habits. Some drugs can impair the
brain’s ability to focus and think clearly.
● Increased aggression or irritability
● Changes in attitude/personality
● Lethargy
● Depression
● Posting very different messages
on socialmedia
● Dramatic changes in habits and/or priorities
● Involvement in criminal activity
Physical Symptoms

Changes in appearance can be additional clues to possible drug abuse and may
include:

● Bloodshot or glazed eyes

 ● Dilated or constricted pupils
● Abrupt weight changes
● Problems sleeping or sleeping too much
● Looking unkempt (messy)
● Poor physical coordination unusual body odors
Other symptoms are the following:

● Mood swings
● Withdrawal from family members
● Loss of interest in hobbies or other favorite activities
● Sniffy or runny nose

Instill
Many drugs can take control of someone’s behavior and physical state. The following are the signs
and symptoms of specific drug use and effects related to frequently used drugs.
Drug Signs and Symptoms/ How it is Effects
used
Methamphetamine is -It can be smoked, snorted, orally • wired sleeplessness for
a powerfully ingested or injected. days and weeks
addictive stimulant -Drug alters mood in different • total loss of appetite;
that dramatically affects the ways depending on how it is extreme weight loss
central nervous system. taken. • dilated pupils
Smoking- The user experience an • deluded sense of power
intense rush or flash last only for a • mental illness
few minutes; described as Medical Complications of
extremely pleasurable. Methamphetamine Use
Snorting or oral ingestion- • Cardiovascular problems
produces euphoria- a high • Hyperthermia
but not an intense • Death
rush; produces effectswithin • During pregnancy it may
3-5 minutes; oral be linked to congenital
ingestion 15-20 minutes deformities
Ecstasy also known as a. Small colored pills ● changes in mental and
MDMA , is a modification of in the physical stimulation.
methamphetamine and has person’s pockets or bags
some similar effects to that b. Irregular sleeping schedule;
lack awareness of pain ● increase in emotional
drug.
-An immediately stimulant c. Ecstasy use is commonly response and sensual
and its effects can increase connected with multiple sexual reactions.
to dangerous level. partners. ● the body overheat.
d. Cravings
e. Heightened sensory Brain Damage as a Symptom of
perception,and the tactile Ecstasy Use
sense may be exaggerated. ● Anxiety, depression and
confusion

● Poor memory or cognitive

ability

Cocaine also known as - Appearance ) • Skin discoloration

Coke, is a strong stimulan - Heart a • Loss of coordination
mostly used t as - Mental state its • False sense of power
recreational drug. a - After long use or a binge
• Vomiting
-Lysergic acid diethylamide
(LSD • Self-destructive behavior
also known as acid, is Signs and Symptoms of LSD
psychedelic drug known for Abuse
psychological effects. • Signs of LSD abuse are so
distinctive making it easier
to detect this type of drug
abuse.
• Person’s perception and
sense of reality begin to
change
• -May feel relax and
sociable
 Phencyclidine (PCP) also -Violent or bizarre behavior Short-term effects
known as Angel dust - Fearfulness • visual and
among any other names, is - Acting withdrawn auditory distortions
a dissociative drug. - Skin flushing • feeling detached from
- Total numbness themselves or the world
around them

Long-term effects •
Impaired memory.
• Thinking problems and
impaired decision-making
abilities.
• Speech problems.
• Severe depression with
suicidal thoughts.
• Higher anxiety, paranoia,
and isolation.
• Extreme weight loss.
• "Flashback" phenomena.

• Continuous hallucinations
and delusional thinking
even when not using the
substance.
Heroin also known as Medical Complications of
diamorphine among other Chronic Heroin Abuse
names, is an opioid most • Scarred and/or collapsed
commonly used as veins
recreational drug for its • Bacterial infections of the
euphoric effects. blood vessels and heart
valves
• Soft tissue infections and
liver or kidney disease
• Lung complications
• Clogging blood vessels
• Arthritis or other
rheumatologic problems

How Does Heroin Abuse

Affect Pregnant Women
• Miscarriage and
premature delivery.
• Greater risk of SIDS
(sudden infant death
syndrome)
• Increase risk of
spontaneous abortion
• Special risk or contracting
HIV/aids and hepatitis
Marijuana (cannabis -Red eyes ● Not everyone’s
sativa) Psychoactive drug -Eating or excessive eating experience with marijuana
for medical or recreational outside of regular meal or snack is pleasant. It often can
use. times leave you anxious, afraid,
-Diminished performance in or panicked.
The school, at work, and/or in meeting ● Heighten your senses
main psychoactive (mind-al responsibilities at home (colors might seem
tering) chemical in -Withdrawing from friends, family, brighter and sounds might
marijuana, responsible for coworkers, and/or classmates seem louder)
most of the intoxicating -Spending time with people who ● Distort your sense of time
effects that people seek, is use marijuana or other drugs
delta-9-tetrahydrocannab
inol (THC)
 -Buying certain products, such as ● Hurt your motor skills and
Can be used to brew tea bongs and rolling papers, in order make driving more
and, particularly when it is to smoke marijuana dangerous
sold or consumed for ● Lower your inhibitions so
-Doing online research on different
medicinal purposes, is types of marijuana and highs you may have risky sex or
frequently mixed into foods -Using slang terms for marijuana, take other chances
(edibles) such as brownies, such as weed, pot, bud, trees,
cookies, or candies cannabis, kush, and mota

DEPRESSANTS -Slow brain function Short-term effects

(tranquilizers and -Slowed pulse and breathing
barbiturates) -Lowered blood pressure ● Slow brain function
-Poor concentration ● Slowed pulse and
Drugs that lower -Confusion breathing
neurotransmission levels -Fatigue ● Lowered blood pressure
to depress or reduce -Dizziness ● Poor concentration
arousal or stimulation in -Slurred speech ● Confusion
various areas of the brain -Fever ● Fatigue
Sometimes called -Sluggishness
“downers,” these drugs ● Dizziness
-Visual disturbances ● Slurred speech
come in multicolored
-Dilated pupils ● Fever
tablets and capsules or in
-Disorientation, lack of ● Sluggishness
liquid form
coordination
● Visual disturbances
reduce the symptoms of -Depression
● Dilated pupils
mental illness -Difficulty or inability to urinate
● Disorientation, lack of
-Addiction
coordination
barbiturates—drugs that ● Depression
are used as sedatives and ● Difficulty or inability to
sleeping pills urinate
● Addiction

Long-term effects
• Depression
• chronic fatigue
• breathing difficulties
• sexual problems
• sleep problems
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Activity 2.Consequences of Addiction

Examine the consequences of Addiction on all facets of life.

Instructions:

1. There will 5 groups (group number will be assigned to you)

2. The following are the topics for each group
Group 1 – Family
Group 2 – Friends and Recreation
Group 3 – School and Jobs
Group 4 – Physical Consequence/s, Emotional Health
Group 5 – Financial Consequence/s

3. Brainstorm and record the consequences of an addiction relating to your

topic.
4. Post the result of your discussion in the forum in LMS

Nutshell

Answer a short quiz in LMS.

MODULE 4: DRUG ADDICTION and PREVENTION
Unit 2: DRUG PREVENTION

Specific Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the lesson, you shall be able to:
1. Identify the salient roles of the youth and all other members of civil society on drug detection
and prevention
2. Device a plan that would further the campaign against drug addiction
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In the previous module, the classification of drugs and the symptoms and effects of it were discussed.
Still, under the module Drug Addiction and Prevention, for this unit you will be focusing in your role in
drug detection and prevention.
Activity 1
Watch the documentary and write not less than 3 ideas emphasized in the video,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCqckf37tH0

Brainstorming
The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002

Republic Act No. 6425 or the Dangerous Drugs Act of 1972 had beenthe heart and soul of
enforcement in the Philippines insofar as drug law wasconcerned. However, the drug problem
frighteningly rocketed with the allegedinvolvement of men in uniform collecting drug money.
Profitability in thisparticular illegal activity and the imposition of light penalties to
perpetratorscontributed to the factors that made the drug problem even more alarming.

During the term of the then Philippine President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, a new law was enacted
repealing Republic Act No. 6425. Signed into law on June7, 2002 and took effect on July 4, 2002,
Republic Act 9165, or the ComprehensiveDangerous Drugs Act of 2002, now clearly defines
 supplementary actions forthe national anti-drug campaign and at the same time imposes heavier
penaltiesto wrongdoers.

One of the salient features of RA 9165 is the reorganization of the systemof drug law
enforcement. The Dangerous Drug Board remains as the governingbody that plans and
formulates programs on drug control and prevention, but ithas created the Philippine Drug
Enforcement Agency (PDEA) under the Officeof the President, which will serve as the
implementing arm of the Dangerous Drug Board.This Act is consisting of 101 sections providing
importation on Dangerous Drugs and/or Controlled Precursors and Essential Chemicals. It states
the offences and penalty according to the different dangerous drug, regardless of the quantity and
purity involve. You may check the link for the complete copy of the Comprehensive Dangerous
Drugs Act of 2002:

https://pdea.gov.ph/images/Laws/RA9165.pdf

Instill
Knowing that the government is already on its battle against illegal drugs and with the strict
implementation of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, what could be your role in this
kind of societal issue?

Role of the Youth on Drug Detection and Prevention

The youth plays a vital part in helping to put a halt on the proliferation of
illegal drugs in the country. To maintain a healthy and drug-free lifestyle
among the youth, it is important to impart awareness among them on
the ill effects of drug use. Senator Vicente “Tito” Sotto reiterated that
“The youth’s involvement in the anti-drug campaign is a necessary
step. Recognizing diversity as an advantage rather than a setback is
likewise an essential call for the youth to contribute to the campaign
against this menace”.

Ultimately, the youth's main role is for them to act as role models,
becomewell informed on the appalling effects of drugs on their lives,
and contribute tothe dispersion of awareness for others' education.A useful article posted on the
website of National Council on Alcoholismand Drug Dependence (NCADD) enumerated ten tips for
the prevention of drug use among the youth:
The value of youth participation to eradicate drug problems:
Campaigns and Advocacies against Drug Addiction

Below are some of the programs relative to campaigns and advocaciesagainst drug addiction posted
on the website of the Dangerous Drugs Board:

1. Barkada Kontra Droga (BKD, Peer Groups Against Drugs). As aneffective peer-based
preventive education and information programto counter the dangers and ill effects of drug abuse, the
Board hasinstitutionalized the BKD program to enlist the participation ofmore in- and out-of-school
youth, and eventually organize them into amovement of young people who are catalysts Within their
peer groupsin advocating a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.

2. National Youth Congress on Drug Abuse Prevention and ControlThis annual three-day
live in Congress is designed to provide an open and comfortable atmosphere for fun, real work, and
innovative strategicplanning to address the drug problem in the respective localities of the youth
participants. A team of anti-drug advocates and facilitatorsprovide participants the opportunity for
positive discussions/dialoguesstructured learning activities, workshops, and inputs. The team
approach is employed throughout the congress to foster teamworklearning, camaraderie, and
harmonious relationship of youth delegates.
3. Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Program. The DrugAbuse Resistance
Education Program (DARE) is being enhanced tocomplement the implementation of NDEP. DARE
offers a variety ofactivity-oriented techniques, which are designed to encourage studentgenerated
responses to problem-solving situations, specifically on drugabuse. This is being implemented in
collaboration with the PhilippineNational Police.

4. Kids Against Drugs Program. To bring the anti-drug advocacy tothe children, the DDB
participates in the annual celebration of theChildren's Month every October. The DDB conducts the
Kids AgainstDrugs program, a primary prevention activity that aims to inculcate the skills of “Saying
No” to children as a firm foundation for preventiveeducation.

5. National Drug Education Program (NDEP). This program, which is currently implemented in
elementary and secondary schools, inCooperation with DDB-member agency DepEd, entails five
componentsCurriculum and instruction, cocurricular and ancillary services, teacher and staff
development, parent education and community outreach,and research, evaluation, and monitoring-
which is comprehensive innature and provides a holistic approach to the problem of drug abuse. It is
designed to enable all sectors to work collaboratively, with the schoolsystem as the core, thereby,
unifying all sectoral endeavors.

6. Drug Abuse Prevention Program for the Transport GroupsThis is a primary prevention
activity involving the public transportgroups designed to ensure the safety, well-being of the
commuter and pedestrians by having drug-free transport personnel. Cooperatingagencies are the
DDB, DOLE, DOH, PDEA, LTFRB, LTO, and the Philippine Global Road Safety. It seeks to reduce
the incidence of drugrelated vehicular accidents, promote public order and safety on thestreets, and
organize anti-drug patrols among drivers and some othertransport personnel.

7. Nationwide Caravan of Youth Against Drugs. This new advocacyprogram, done in

partnership with DDB-member-agency NationalYouth Commission, aims to intensify youth
empowerment effortstozero-in on drug abuse. The project coverage includes six (6) key citiesof the
country, namely, Metro Manila, Davao, Cebu, Zamboanga, Naga,Cagayan De Oro, and Baguio City.

Apply
Activity 2
Instructions:

a. Choose a partner, and think of any anti-illegal drug campaign.

b. Describe what is it all about, how it will be implemented, and who will be involved.
c. Explain why is it important to be involved in this kind of advocacy?
d. Output must be in MS word, paper size- 8.5x11, margin-normal, spacing-single
e. Submit your output in LMS

Nutshell

Complete the matrix by briefly stating the important terms, concepts or ideas, generalizations and
insight you got from the lesson.
 Links

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6634291/
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