This document discusses good citizenship in the Philippines based on the country's constitution and laws. It begins by outlining who qualifies as a Filipino citizen according to the constitution. It then discusses the values and responsibilities of good citizenship, including unity, equality, respect for law and government, and patriotism. The document also covers specific citizenship duties like voting, defending the state, and obeying laws. It provides details on proper treatment of the national flag and anthem. Respect, honesty, obedience, and cooperation are presented as important citizenship values.

1. GOOD
CITIZENSHIP

2. 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.

3. Who are the Citizens of the
Philippines?
Section 1 of the Philippine Constitution
 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;
 Those who are naturalized in accordance with law.

4. What is a Good Citizen?
> is being part of a community, with the person acquiring the
privileges and responsibilities of such citizenship.
>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
>recognize the rights of others and take care not to infringe
upon them.
>willing to adapt to new situations, as well as make quick
decisions in matters that need immediate attention.
>ability to listen to the views of others, because from these views may
spring solutions to problems deliberated upon by the community
>willing to adapt to new situations, as well as make quick decisions in matters that
need immediate attention.

5. >knows and obeys the laws of the land, for he or she acknowledges that laws are
promulgated with his or her welfare in mind.
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.

6. What are the basic values
of a good citizen?
 Care and Compassion.
 Doing Your Best.
 Fair Go.
 Freedom.
 Honesty and Trustworthiness.
 Integrity.
 Respect.
 Responsibility.

7. 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

8. What are the five core Filipino values?
 Mapagpasalamat
 Matatag
 Masigasig
 Mapagmalasakit
 Magalang
Respect and Reverence
What is respect?
>to demonstrate “high regard” for or special attention to something or someone.
The Requirements of Respect
must be considered from both a social and individual perspective.

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

10. 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.

11. 1.Punctuality and Promptness
What is punctuality?
>is the ability to competently manage time and responsibly treat each task
set for oneself, to keep within the established deadlines.
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.

12. Obedience
>a part of the foundation of society
>detrimental when it can cause physical or mental
anguish
Cooperation
>basic form of human contact and association in society
>is the simplest of all social behaviors found in the most elementary
forms of life.
Types of Cooperation
1. Direct Cooperation In rural communities the people co-operate in
carrying the ill person to the doctor.
2. Indirect Co-operation The owners of a mill and its workers co-operate with
one another.

13. Patriotism and loyalty
What is patriotism?
love of our countrymen
means that we love and cherish our Fellow-
Filipinos.
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?
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.

14. What is your idea of patriotism and its
importance in our lives?
”. Patriotism is a concept which brings people
together.
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

15. Respect for the Philippine National Flag
and National Anthem
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.

16. 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

17. 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.

18. Honesty and integrity
What are the duties and obligations of Citizens?
To be loyal to the Republic
To defend the State
To contribute to the development and
welfare of the State
To uphold the Constitution and obey
the laws
To cooperate with duly constituted
authorities
To exercise rights responsibly and
with due regard for the rights of others
To engage in gainful work
To registered and vote