QUARTER

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GOOD CITIZENSHIP
Learning Objective: At the end of the quarter, the students are expected to
1. Demonstrate desirable attitudes and characteristics of a
good Filipino citizen at all times:
1.1 Discuss the meaning and importance of good citizenship.
1.2 Relate how good citizenship contributes to the progress of a
country.
1.3 Show respect and reverence to elders, persons in authority,
and other people in the society.
1.4 Practice punctuality and promptness at all times.
1.5 Advocate obedience and cooperation in the school and in the
community.
1.6 Discuss ways by which citizen should manifest patriotism and
loyalty to his/her country.
1.7 Explain how courage and bravery characterize a true Filipino
soldier and citizen.
2. Perform the duties and obligations of a citizen as required by
the Constitution.

Content : 1. Who are the citizens of the Philippines?

1.1 Respect and reverence.
1.2 Punctuality and promptness.
1.3 Obedience
1.4 Cooperation
1.5 Patriotism and loyalty
1.5.1 Respect for the Philippine National Flag and
National Anthem
1.6 Courage and bravery
1.7 Honesty and integrity
2. Duties and Obligations of a Citizen (as required by the
Constitution)

Preamble of the Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines

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.

Who are the Citizens of the Philippines?

Section 1 of the Philippine Constitution provides that the following are citizens of The
Philippines:

 Those who are citizens of the Philippines at the time of the adoption of this
Constitution;
 Those whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines.
 Those born before January 17, 1973, of Filipino mothers, who elect Philippine
Citizenship upon reaching the age of majority; and
  Those who are naturalized in accordance with law.

What is a Good Citizen?

There are many views as to what good citizenship entails, but it is generally defined as how a
citizen performs a role to become a useful member of society. This involves duties and responsibilities
that may be expressed through laws and regulations, or implied through the recognition of right and
wrong. Citizenship, in its general sense, is being part of a community, with the person acquiring the
privileges and responsibilities of such citizenship. Particular emphasis must be made on the fact that
citizenship is a privilege, and its grant is left to the discretion of the state whose citizenship is being
sought.

There are many characteristics of good citizenship, but the most basic is the moral duty to
recognize the rights of others and take care not to infringe upon them. Another important characteristic
is the ability to listen to the views of others, because from these views may spring solutions to problems
deliberated upon by the community. A good citizen is also willing to adapt to new situations, as well as
make quick decisions in matters that need immediate attention. Furthermore, a good citizen knows and
obeys the laws of the land, for he or she acknowledges that laws are promulgated with his or her
welfare in mind. Based on these factors, good citizenship is said to utilize both the intellectual
and social skills of a citizen.

What are the good citizenship values based on the 1987 Philippine Constitution?

By living according to good citizenship values which we can derive from the preamble of the
Constitution – Faith in God, Unity, Patriotism, Work, Respect for Life, Respect for Law and
Government, Truth, Justice, Freedom, Love, Equality, Peace, Promotion of the Common Good,
Concern for the Family and Future Generations.

What are the basic values of a good citizen?

Values:

 Care and Compassion.

 Doing Your Best.
 Fair Go.
 Freedom.
 Honesty and Trustworthiness.
 Integrity.
 Respect.
 Responsibility.

What are the four core values of good citizenship?

The Good Citizenship Values

 Unity.
 Equality.
 Respect for Law and Government.
 Patriotism.

What are the 4 core values of Filipino?

Core Concepts
 Hospitality.
  Hiya.
 Modesty.
 Courtesy.
 Warmth.
 Respect.
 Kapwa.
 Fatalism.

What are the five core Filipino values?

 Mpagpasalamat
 Matatag
 Masigasig
 Mapagmalasakit
 Magalang
1.1 Respect and Reverence

What is respect? It may be easy to recognize the absence of respect. Despite this, it’s not
nearly so easy to define and show respect in our daily interactions. By definition, respect means to
demonstrate “high regard” for or special attention to something or someone. However, this definition
alone does not tell us what that ‘something’ is or how it is done.

The Requirements of Respect

The requirements for respect must be considered from both a social and individual perspective.
We learn the basic social guidelines for respect as children. The parental advice to play nice, share with
others, say please, thank you, and you’re welcome, lay the foundation for respectful relationships.
These basics, combined with community consensus about respectful behavior, define standards to
guide our interactions.

“Respect is individually defined for each person through personal experience.”

Our personal definitions of respect are influenced by our personality, emotions, preferences,
and cultural context. These elements may be difficult to define in the clearest and most objective terms.
People with and without disabilities may have difficulty describing and explaining personal criteria for
respect. We often learn about these things over time through relationships with people. Respect
requires working to understand each person’s individual expectations for respect as we get to know
people and build shared experiences.

Beliefs That Reflect Respect

 Everything we do, say, and provide to others makes a statement about our regard for them.
 Respectful interactions do not draw undue or negative attention to a person’s difference or
disability.
 Demonstrating concern and support for individual difference sets the stage for communicating
our respect for others.

Reverence is deep, spiritual, and comes from inside. It’s hard to force reverence. It’s also
harder to find it. But when you look deeper, and listen harder, reverence is there. And it’s so much
broader than respect.

Based on what is happening today, will reverence and respect helps us eradicate poverty?
Will respect and reverence helps reduce violence and crime? Will they create better, more equitable
educational opportunities? Help us address addiction and other serious health issues?
As much of a “lost art” as virtues are today, their sagacity and power were not lost to the
ancients. In Plato’s Pythagoras, we find this bit of wisdom:  

“Whenever they gathered into groups [early human beings] would do wrong to each other,
because they did not yet have the knowledge of how to form society. As a result, they would scatter
again and perish. And so Zeus, fearing that our whole species would be wiped out, sent Hermes to
bring Reverence and Justice to human beings, in order that these two would adorn society and bind
people together in friendship.”

1.2 Punctuality and Promptness

What is punctuality?

Punctuality is the ability to competently manage time and responsibly treat each task set for
oneself, to keep within the established deadlines. He always fulfills any promises and contracts at a
strictly appointed time. Usually punctual people are forward-looking and forward-looking. They schedule
time with a small margin, which allows them to adequately respond to dramatically changing plans,
disrupted meetings, traffic jams and other time-consuming events.

“From the point of view of psychology, punctuality is determined by such character traits
as discipline, self-organization and self-respect. Only truly punctual individuals can boast of
being in complete control of their lives.”

Pluses of punctuality

 respect and trust from the outside acquaintances;

 high chances of career growth;
 full control over life;
 inner peace, confidence in the future;
 a high self-evaluation;
 maximum productivity.

1.3 Obedience

Obedience is a part of the foundation of society. Without obedience, naught would exist but
chaos and anarchy. Without stability, productivity and the well-being of the citizens become non-
existent.

Obedience is detrimental when it can cause physical or mental anguish. If one is tasked with
causing such pain to another person, disobedience in the form of insubordination is the choice that
should be taken. If one follows the authority’s task and causes pain to another person, they have lost
their individuality and ability to make choices on their own. Once one blindly follows a figure of
authority’s directive, that person may conform to the majority if the superior commands many people.

1.4 Cooperation

The basic form of human contact and association in society is co-operation. This is the simplest
of all social behaviors found in the most elementary forms of life. This vast network of social
relationship found in society is resting upon co-operation. Under the pursuit of common Interests, the
people cooperate with one another and get themselves associated together. Hence co-operation is a
basic necessity of life.

Types of Cooperation

1. Direct Cooperation

Examples of direct cooperation in societies

1. In rural communities the people co-operate in carrying the ill person to the doctor.
2. The people co-operate on marriage, birth, Eids and other occasions of celebration.
3. In urban community people of a political party co-operate with one another in general walks of
social life.
4. In urban areas, the people of a religious sect co-operate with one another with special interest
2. Indirect Co-operation

Examples of Indirect Cooperation

1. The owners of a mill and its workers co-operate with one another.
2. The businessmen and the customers co-operate on the selling rates of the products.
3. The people living in urban communities co-operate in different acts of social life even they belong
to different professions, castes, classes, sects and political parties.
4. Co-operation among the people of different professions is a nice example of this type. In this
way, they fulfil the needs of one another. This type of co-operation is indirect.

1.5 Patriotism and loyalty

What is patriotism?

Patriotism has come to mean love of our countrymen. Each one is a part of us. Each one is a
part of the Philippines. And so patriotism means that we love and cherish our Fellow-Filipinos. We
admire their courage, their diligence, their patience, their peaceful and law-abiding nature, their
hospitality, their kindness.

When did patriotism start in the Philippines?

The start of Filipino nationalism (1760s–1820s) During their 333-year rule of the Philippines, the
Spanish rulers referred the natives as indios.

Why is patriotism important?

Although arguments for patriotism as a moral duty are inadequate, patriotism brings a plethora
of important practical benefits. It promotes public sacrifice that is crucial to the functioning of a state,
decreases the likelihood of conflict, reduces corruption, and is extremely inclusive as an identity.

What is your idea of patriotism and its importance in our lives?

Patriotism is defined as “love for or devotion to one’s country”. Patriotism is a concept which
brings people together. Not only will you be able to relate well to others in your shared love for this
country but the more individuals who express their patriotic feelings, the stronger our country will be as
a whole.

What are the 4 types of patriotism?

Nathanson (1997) claims that patriotism consist of 4 main components which are;
 a special affection towards one’s country;
 defining himself or herself through his or her country;
 being interested in country’s welfare;and
 sacrificing for the sake of country’s welfare.

It shall be the duty of every citizen to be loyal to the Republic of the Philippines, honor the
Philippine Flag, defend the State, contribute to its development and welfare, uphold the Constitution
and obey the laws, pay taxes, and cooperate with the duly constituted authorities in the attainment and
maintenance of the rule of law and of a peaceful, just, humane and orderly society.

1.5.1 Respect for the Philippine National Flag and National Anthem

The history of the Philippine flag dates back to the year 1896, during the Philippine Revolution
against the Spaniards. Filipinos had no national flag at the time, but when they had to revolt against
Spain, the revolutionary group knew they had to raise a banner that would represent the Philippines.
This led to a series of events that eventually gave birth to the Philippine flag we have come to know.
 Today’s Philippine flag was first displayed during a battle in May 28, 1898 (hence, the date of
the Philippine Flag Day). In June 12, 1898, it was unveiled at the Aguinaldos’ mansion in Kawit, Cavite
in proclamation of the Philippine Independence. From 28th May to 12th June of each year, the display
of the Philippine Flag is symbolic of the struggles and sacrifices of Filipino heroes who chose to fight for
freedom and independence.

Our Constitution declares that it is state policy to inculcate nationalism and patriotism in our
youth.
Republic Act 8491, or the “Flag and Heraldic Code of the Philippines,” mandates that reverence and
respect shall be accorded at all times to the Philippine flag, the national anthem and other national
symbols that embody the country’s ideals and traditions, and express the principles of sovereignty and
national solidarity. It penalizes violators.

The code thus prescribes some rules on the Philippine flag, as follows:
1. The flag, if flown from a flagpole, shall have its blue field on top in time of peace and the
red field on top in time of war; if in a hanging position, the blue field shall be to the right
(left of the observer) in time of peace and the red field to the right (left of the observer) in
time of war.
2. A flag worn out through wear and tear shall not be thrown away. It shall be solemnly
burned to avoid misuse or desecration. The flag shall be replaced immediately when it
begins to show signs of wear and tear.
3. May 28 to June 12 of each year are declared as Flag Days, during which all offices,
agencies and instrumentalities of government, business establishments and institutions
of learning, including private homes, are enjoined to display the flag

The following are prohibited with respect to the flag:

1. To mutilate, deface, defile, trample on, cast contempt or commit on the flag or any act or
omission that casts dishonor or ridicule upon the flag over its surface (thus, it is illegal to burn
the Philippine flag during rallies).
2. To dip the flag to any person or object by way of compliment or salute.
3. To use the flag as drapery, festoon or tablecloth; as covering for ceilings, walls, statues or other
objects; as a pennant in the hood, side, back and top of motor vehicles; as a staff or whip; for
unveiling monuments or statues; and as trademarks or for industrial, commercial or agricultural
labels or designs.
4. To display the flag under any painting or picture; horizontally face up (it shall always be hoisted
aloft and allowed to fall freely); below any platform; or 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 part as a costume or uniform.
6. To add any word, figure, mark, picture, design, drawing, advertisement or imprint of any nature
to the flag.
7. To print, paint or attach a representation of the flag on handkerchiefs, napkins, cushions and
other merchandise.
8. To display in public any foreign flag, except in embassies and other diplomatic establishments,
and in offices of international organizations.
9. To use, display or be part of any advertisement or infomercial.
10. To display the flag in front of buildings or offices occupied by aliens.

On the national anthem, the code expressly prescribes that its rendition, whether played or
sung, shall be in accordance with the musical arrangement and composition of Julian Felipe. (We
understand that, according to the National Historic Commission of the Philippines, the proper tempo is
a 2/4 and 100 metronomes, and that the anthem should last 53 seconds).

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 it with fervor.

As a sign of respect, all persons shall stand at attention and face the Philippine flag, if there is
one displayed. If none, they shall face the band or conductor. At the first note, all persons shall execute
a salute by placing their right palms over their left chests. Those in the military or scouting shall give the
prescribed salute.
 The anthem shall not be played and sung for mere recreation, amusement or entertainment
purposes, except on some occasions. These are international competitions where the Philippines is the
host or has a representative; local competitions; during “signing off” and “signing on” of radio
broadcasting and television stations; and before the initial and last screening of films or before the
opening of theater performances.
Violators shall, upon conviction, be punished with a fine of between P 5,000 and P 20,000,
imprisonment of not more than one year, or both.

Several bills have been introduced to amend the code to highlight the importance of complying
with, abiding by and conforming to the standard expression as prescribed by law, as well to increase
penalties for violations. As of today, none have been enacted.

1.6 Courage and bravery

Courage and bravery are generally considered to be synonyms. Philosophically, the two nouns
differ in meaning. Courage involves the presence of fear, while bravery lacks it. Courage entails a
cause, most commonly love, passion, compassion, concern, etc. Bravery maintains its essence
even without a cause.
1.7 Honesty and integrity

Honesty and integrity bring out success. Basically, having integrity is like

avoiding unnecessary traits like stress, anxiety, and confusion. Integrity is the only value
that you can develop to get success. It’s true that success without integrity means
nothing.

What are the duties and obligations of Citizens?

 To be loyal to the Republic

o This means that we have faith and confidence in the Republic and love and
devotion to the country
o We have to be proud being Filipinos, respect our customs, traditions language and
institutions
 To defend the State
o Considering the fact that our country is our home, it is prime duty to love and
defend
o the state at all costs regardless of our creed, religious beliefs, and wisdom
o Loving one’s country can be shown not by words but by deeds
o It should be a continuous flame of love considering the fact that we receive the
benefits and protection from the State of which we are a part. In return, it is our
primary and honorable duty to defend it against any peril whether from within or
from without.

 To contribute to the development and welfare of the State

o We can do this in the form of paying our taxes willingly and promptly, by helping
maintain peace and order, conserving natural resources, the promotion of social
justice by suggesting supportive measures beneficial to the people as a whole, by
patronizing local products and trade and by engaging in productive work.

 To uphold the Constitution and obey the laws

o It is our prime obligation to uphold the Constitution and obey laws. If the people
would disregard them, our country would collapse and we will not have peace and
order

 To cooperate with duly constituted authorities

o In every organization, there is always a leader to manage the affairs of all
constituents. If the members will not cooperate, we can never expect to become
 successful in all undertakings that our government would like to do for the good of
its citizens.

 To exercise rights responsibly and with due regard for the rights of others
o No man is an island and we have to live with others. In the exercise of our rights,
we have to see to it that we also respect the rights of other people. If we do this,
we can expect harmonious relationship among members of the society.
 To engage in gainful work
o It is stated in the Bible that if we want to eat, we have to work. It is our obligation
as citizens of our country to become productive, by engaging in gainful work so
that we can provide the basic needs of our family and ourselves as well.

 To registered and vote

o It is our prime duty as citizens of the Philippines to register and vote. Suffrage is
both a privilege and a duty which every qualified citizen must perform.
o It is not sufficient to just register and vote, but it is coupled with intellectual
judgment during election. We have to consider the different
political issues by different candidates, so that, at least, we can choose the right
person to manage government affairs.