30/09/2026
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βDISCIPLINE IS THE BRIDGE BETWEEN GOALS AND ACCOMPLISHMENT.β
β Jim Rohn
The SLSUβJGE Tagkawayan ROTC Unit successfully conducted its 8th Week of ROTC Instruction for the First Semester on September 27, 2026 (Sunday), from 0630H to 1200H, at the SLSUβJGE Tagkawayan Campus Open Court and Covered Court.
The training was led by the ROTC Commandant, LTC REX MICHAEL S ACANA OS PA (RES), together with the Tactical NCO, GMA, Training Staff, and Advanced Cadet Officers, who supervised and guided the cadets throughout the scheduled activities.
The training commenced with the formation of basic cadets, followed by the Flag Raising Ceremony, emphasizing respect for the Philippine flag, discipline, and patriotism. This was followed by the Rank Inspection of Basic Cadets and Platoon Leadersβ Time, where platoon leaders carried out their respective duties and responsibilities.
Before the start of the classroom instruction, the cadets were also blessed to hear meaningful words from Pastor ALLAN P. LAZALA, who shared an inspiring message about the importance of living a God-centered life. The message encouraged the cadets to strengthen their faith, values, and character while pursuing their responsibilities and goals.
The cadets then proceeded to Classroom Instruction on Basic Intelligence, facilitated by SGT JOAS R MORENO PA (RES). While the Basic Cadets attended the lecture, all Advanced ROTC Officers proceeded with their practice of Ceremonial Drills, focusing on proper coordination, precision, discipline, and military bearing.
After the Basic Intelligence lecture, Alpha Company proceeded with the Manual of Arms, where the cadets underwent practical training on the proper ex*****on and synchronization of prescribed movements. The activity further strengthened their discipline, coordination, precision, and proper military bearing.
The training day continued with Attendance Checking and Training Staff Dissemination, where important instructions and announcements were relayed to the cadets.
Before the proper dismissal of the Basic Cadets, the first batch of ROTC Batch Shirts was distributed to those who had already completed their payment. Collection of payments for the next batch of batch shirts was also conducted for cadets who wished to avail of the next production.
The day concluded with the proper dismissal of the Basic Cadets, marking another productive day of continuous learning, spiritual reflection, and military training.
The 8th Week of ROTC Instruction highlighted the importance of combining classroom learning, ceremonial proficiency, practical military training, and good values in developing cadets with discipline, leadership, coordination, faith, and readiness to fulfill their responsibilities.
