Scout Basic

Good Morning Scouts are you excited to learn the ideals and history of scouting?
If yes I am Sct Michael Vince Allyn Albao and today you I will teach you all the Scout
Basics you will need for your Scouting Journey.

The Scout Ideals that we will discuss will be

 Scout Oath
 Scout Law
 Scout Motto
 Scout Salute, Sign, and Handshake
 Scout Badge
 Senior Scout Emblem
 Senior Scout Slogan
 Senior Scout Code
 WOSM Symbol
 BSP Mission and Vision

Scout Oath
On my Honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country the Republic
of the Philippines and to obey the scout law.
To help other people at all times to keep myself physically strong mentally awake
and morally straight
On My Honor... Honor is you’re most precious and sacred possession in life. It
includes your good name, your integrity and good reputation. I Will Do My Best...
In everything you do, you promise to do the best you can. If anything worth doing
is worth doing at all, it is worth doing well. Doing your best is your personal
challenge. Always strive to do your best in everything you do.
To Do My Duty to God and My Country... We, who belong to the Scout
Movement believe in God. We may not all worship Him in the same way, but we
are one in our faith and belief that He is the Supreme Being, our Lord and
Master. The Republic of the Philippines... Our country, the Philippines deserves
our full love and dedication.

And To Obey the Scout Law... In trying to live up to the Scout Oath -you will need
the Scout Law to guide you. The twelve points of the Scout Law are our norm of
conduct as we travel along the Scouting trail through life.
To Help Other People At All Times... One reason why Scouting has flourished in
this country is because it has received the willing support of the public. Scouting
merits this support because Scouts have of society.
To Keep Myself Physically Strong... If you want to have an alert mind and be
always ready to serve others, you must keep yourself physically healthy and
strong.
Mentally Awake... His reflexes, his responses, his movements must always be
ready to respond to his needs and the needs of the situation.
And Morally Straight... A Scout must be a model of moral uprightness. His norm
of conduct must be beyond reproach. His thoughts, words and deeds should
always reflect his high ideals and sound moral values.

Scout Law
A Scout is
 Trustworthy
 Loyal
 Helpful
 Friendly
 Courteous
 Kind
 Obedient
 Cheerful
 Thrifty
 Brave
 Clean
 Reverent

The Scout Law Explained...

A Scout is Trustworthy. A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is
part of his code of conduct. People can always depend on him.
A Scout is Loyal. A Scout is true to his family, friends. Scout Leaders, school,
nation, and world community.
A Scout is Helpful. A Scout is concerned about other people. He willingly
volunteers to help others without expecting payment or reward.
A Scout is Friendly. A Scout is a friend to all. He seeks to understand others. He
respects those with ideas and customs that are different from his own.
A Scout is Courteous. Or position. He knows that good manners make it easier
for people to get along together.
A Scout is Kind. A Scout understands there is strength in being gentle. He treats
others as he wants to be treated. He does not harm nor kill any living creature
needlessly but will strive to save and protect all harmless life
A Scout is Obedient. A Scout follows the rules of his family, school and troop. He
obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws
are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than
disobey them.
A Scout is Cheerful. A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does
tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy.
A Scout is Thrifty. A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He saves for
the future. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses his
time and property.
A Scout is Brave. A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid. He has the
courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at him or threaten
him.
A Scout is Clean. A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He goes
around with those who believe in living by these same ideals. He helps keep his
home and community clean.
A Scout is Reverent. A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious
duties. He respects the beliefs of others.

Scout Motto
Laging Handa
Be Prepare
This the motto of the Scouting Family from KAB to Rover. Applied to Senior
Scouting, this means that, as a senior scout, you must be ready to respond to all
kinds of life situations. You must always be prepared to act properly under
various circumstances the way Scouts are expected to be – with or without the
presence of other people around.

Scout Sign
The Scout Sign is made using the right hand. The three middle fingers are held
upright and joined together to symbolize the three promises in the Scout Oath
that is Duty To God, Country and Others, and Duty to Self. The hollow circle
formed by the position of the thumb and little finger symbolizes the World
Brotherhood of Scouts. The Scout Sign is flashed whenever a Senior Scout
meets another Scout or to identify himself to other persons that he is a Senior
Scout. It is also used when reciting the Scout Oath and Law. When the Scout
sign is flashed high above the head, it calls all Scouts present in a gathering to
pay attention. The Scout sign held high above the head is also a signal for
silence.

Scout Salute
The Scout Salute is made with the tip of the pointer finger of the right hand in a
Scout Sign touching, the tip of the right eyebrow in the manner of a salute. It is
made as a sign of respect and recognition to both boy Scouts and adult Scout
leaders and when saluting the flag.

Scout Handshake
The Scout Handshake. The Scout handshake is made with the left hand. The
history of the left handshake goes back to South Africa during the Ashanti
Campaign when King Prempeh surrendered to the British.
As B.P. entered the village, he passed through a path lined with warriors. As he
passed by their respective positions, they opened the hand holding their shields,
the left hand, exposing their Bodies, as a sign of peace and an offer of friendship.
And when B.P. reached Prempeh, he offered to shake his hand with his right
hand. Prempeh said, "No, here in my country the bravest of the brave shake
hands with the left. He then offered his left hand to B.P. who took it also with the
left. From this incident the left handshake was introduced in Scouting as a sign of
friendship. Lady B.P. added to this by saying, “The left hand is used because it is
the hand of friendship, the hand nearest the heart.”

Scout Badge
The official badge of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines consists of a trefoil and a
scroll. The trefoil is inspired by the fleur de lis based on the design used to
indicate North on the map or compass. This was first used by the 5th Dragon
Guards who passed the Scouting skills given by B.P. The trefoil leaves are
colored blue, white, and red – the colors of the Philippine flag- and has a gold
star in each leaf. At the center is an 8-rayed sun representing Liberty and the first
eight provinces that revolted against Spanish domination.
The scroll symbolizes the smiling mouth of a Scout. It has the embossed words
LAGING HANDA on it and below the scroll is an overhand knot which reminds
the Scout to “do a good turn daily.” The Scout Badge is worn on the uniform as a
Membership Badge and is displayed in all official Scout functions.
Senior Scout Emblem
The double S also represents the three sections of the Senior Scout program:
Land Scouts, Sea Scouts, and Air Scouts. The red color of the double S
symbolizes the courageous spirit that Senior Scouts must exemplify on their
joyful journey to a better life.
The Senior Scout Medallion is a cherished symbol of achievement and a
reminder of the values that Senior Scouts hold dear. It is a badge of honor that
Senior Scouts wear with pride.

Senior Scout Slogan/Scout Slogan

 Once a Scout always a Scout
 Do a Good Turn Daily
The slogan suggests that the moment you enter Senior Scouting and people
begin to know and identify you as a Senior Scout, you are expected to act like
one. In uniform or out of it, you are a Senior Scout at heart, in your thoughts and
deeds.
That means doing something to help others each day without expecting anything
in return. It means that Scouts do their part to care for the community and the
environment.

Senior Scout Code

As a Senior Scout:
• I will live the Scout Oath and Law and the Senior Scout Motto and Slogan;
• I will be familiar with the Constitution of the Philippines, especially my rights and
obligations as a Filipino citizen;
• I will share in the responsibilities of my home, school, church, neighborhood,
community, and country;
• I will deal fairly and kindly with my fellowmen in the spirit of the Scout Law;
• I will work to preserve our Filipino heritage, aware that -the privileges I enjoy
were won by hard work, sacrifice, clear thinking, and the faith of our forefathers;
• I will do everything in my power to pass on a better Philippines to the next
generation.

WOSM Symbol
BSP Mission and Vision
 Vision
Foremost in preparing the youth to become agents of change in communities, guided
by the Scout Oath and Law.
 Mission
To help the youth develop values and acquire competencies to become responsible
citizens and capable leaders anchored on the Scout Oath and Law.

Now we are finish with the Scout Ideals. Before we move on to the Scouting History
let’s have an ice breaker game. You will pass this slide to the scout next to you while
singing the fruit salad song and if the song ends and if you are holding the slide you
will answer a question

Scouting History
The history of Scouting is a rich and storied one, dating back to its founding by
Robert Baden-Powell in 1907. Over the past century, Scouting has evolved into a
global movement with over 57 million members in over 200 countries and
territories.
The Topics will discuss are
 History of Scouting in the Philippine
 The 7 Charter Founders of the Boy Scout of the Philippines
 Republic Acts that Mandate the Existence of the BSP
 History of The Scouting Movement
 Lord Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell
 World Organization of the Scouting Movement (WOSM)

History of Scouting in the Philippine

The Boy Scouts of the Philippines (BSP) was founded in 1936, but the Scouting
movement in the Philippines dates back to the early 1900s. American soldiers
introduced Scouting to the Philippines during the American occupation. The first
Filipino Scout troop was formed in Zamboanga in 1914.
In 1923, the Philippine Council of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) was
established. In 1936, the BSP was created as a public corporation by
Commonwealth Act No. 111.
The BSP is a non-profit organization that is open to boys and young men aged 7
to 21. The BSP's mission is to "develop young men of character, citizenship, and
personal fitness." The BSP's programs focus on character development,
leadership, citizenship, and outdoor skills.
The BSP is a member of the World Organization of the Scout Movement. The
World Organization of the Scout Movement is the largest youth movement in the
world, with over 50 million members in over 200 countries and territories.

The 7 Charter Founders of the Boy Scout of the Philippines

Fathers of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines are Joseph Emile H. Stevenot,
Arsenio N. Luz, Carlos P. Romulo, General Vicente Lim, Judge Manuel R.
Camus, Jorge B. Vargas and Gabriel A. Daza.
On January 01, 1938, the inauguration of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines was
held in front of the Legislative Building in Manila, with Exequiel Villacorta taking
over as Chief Scout Executive, equivalent to the position of today’s Secretary
General.
J.E.H. Stevenot served as the first President of the BSP, with Jorge B. Vargas as
First Vice President, Carlos P. Romulo as Second Vice President, General
Vicente Lim as Treasurer, Judge Manuel R. Camus as National
 Scout Commissioner, Exequiel Villacorta as Chief Scout Executive, and Severino
V. Araos as Deputy Chief Scout Executive.
Several years after Commonwealth Act. No. 111, with its subsequent
amendments under Presidential Decree No. 460 and Republic Act No. 7278, the
Boy Scouts of the Philippines continues to strive in pursuing its mission – to
inculcate in our Scouts love of God, country and fellowmen; to prepare the youth
for responsible leadership; and to contribute to nation-building according to the
ideals, principles and programs of Scouting.

Republic Acts that Mandate the Existence of the BSP

An Act to Create a
Public Corporation to
be known as the Boy 31
Commonwealth Charter of the BSP Pres. Manuel
Scouts of the October
Act 111 organization Quezon
Philippines, and to 1936
Define its Powers and
Purposes

Amending Certain
mandating the
Provisions of
President of the
Commonwealth Act No. Pres.
Presidential Philippines as the 17 May
111, Otherwise Known Ferdinand
Decree 460 Chief Scout of the 1974
as the National Charter Marcos
Boy Scouts of the
of the Boy Scouts of
Philippines
the Philippines

declaring the BSP a

Boy Scouts of the Government-Owned
Philippines v. National or Controlled 22 April
G.R. No. 80767 Supreme Court
Labor Relations Corporation and a 1991
Commission government
instrumentality

Amending Executive
Order No. 495, Series
Executive of 1991, by Excluding revoking conversion
4 March Pres. Corazon
Order No. 509, From the Coverage of the BSP into a
1992 Aquino
s. 1992 Thereof the Boy Scouts private corporation
of the Philippines and
for Other Purposes
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Commonwealth Act No.
111, as Amended by
Presidential Decree No.
460, Entitled "An Act To
Create a Public
Corporation To Be
Known as the Boy
Republic Act Scouts of the reorganizing the 24 March Pres. Corazon
7278 Philippines, and To BSP 1992 Aquino
Define Its Powers and
Purposes," by
Strengthening the
Volunteer and
Democratic Character
of the Boy Scouts of
the Philippines and for
Other Purposes

Defining the
subjecting the BSP
commission's policy
Resolution No. organization to 17 August Commission
with respect to the audit
99-011 government audit 1999 on Audit
of the Boy Scouts of
by the COA
the Philippines

Ruling "After looking

at the legislative
history of its
amended charter
and carefully
studying the
Boy Scouts of the
G.R. No. applicable laws and 7 June Supreme Court
Philippines versus
177131 the arguments of 2011 en banc
Commission on Audit
both parties, we find
that the BSP is a
public corporation
and its funds are
subject to the COAs
audit jurisdiction."

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President,
Classifying the Boy
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Order No. November for
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History of the Scouting Movement

Early Beginning
The Boy Scouts movement was founded in 1907 by Robert Baden-Powell, a
British military officer and author. Baden-Powell was inspired by his experiences
in the military and his observations of young people, and he developed a system
of training that focused on character development, citizenship, and outdoor skills.
In 1907, Baden-Powell held an experimental camp on Brownsea Island, England,
with 20 boys to test out his training and methods. The camp was a success, and
Baden-Powell published a book called "Scouting for Boys" in 1908. The book was
an immediate bestseller, and boys all over the world started to organize
themselves into Scout troops.
The Expansion of the Movement
The Boy Scouts movement quickly spread around the world after the publication
of "Scouting for Boys" in 1908. By 1909, the book had been translated into five
languages, and a Scout rally in Olympia London for the first World Scout
Jamboree in 1920 that attracted more than 11,000 Scouts. The movement was
even one of the first to start in countries outside of Britain, such as Chile and the
United States.
The Boy Scouts movement was put to the test during World War I, but it survived
and even flourished. The training provided through the patrol system proved to be
valuable, and Scouts contributed to the war effort in many ways, such as taking
the place of regular coast-guardsmen in England.
After the war, the Boy Scouts movement continued to grow and expand. The first
World Scout Jamboree was held in 1920 with 8,000 participants, and the Boy
Scouts International Bureau was founded in London in the same year. By 1922,
world membership was just over 1 million.
The Boy Scouts movement has continued to grow and thrive in the years since.
Today, there are over 50 million Scouts in over 200 countries and territories. The
Boy Scouts movement is a valuable asset to the world, and it continues to teach
boys and young men valuable skills, help them to develop their character, and
inspire them to make a difference in their communities.

Lord Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell of Gilwell

Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, known as B-P, was born in London in
1857. He was the eighth of ten children and his father died when he was three
years old. B-P was always eager to learn new skills and played the piano and the
violin. While at school, he began to exploit his interest in the arts of scouting and
woodcraft. He would hide from his masters and catch and cook rabbits. During
the holidays, he would go on adventures with his brothers, such as yachting
round the south coast of England and tracing the Thames to its source by canoe.
Through all this, Baden-Powell was learning the arts and crafts, which were to
prove so useful to him professionally.

 Baden Powell was a Lieutenant-General of the British Army. He was also the
Inspector General of Cavalry (1903) and he led the 5th Dragon Guards (1897).
He also commanded in the following Wars
 Anglo-Ashanti wars
 Second Matabele War
 Siege of Mafeking
 Second Boer War
 The Siege of Mafeking during the Second Boer War was the victory that
Baden-Powell had become a national.
On January 8, 1941 he died at his home at Nyeri, in Kenya, at the age of 83. Lord
Baden-Powell had suffered re-current heart attacks for seven or eight weeks.

World Organization of the Scouting Movement (WOSM)

The World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM) is the largest

international Scouting organization. WOSM has 174 members. These members
are recognized national Scout organizations, which collectively have around 43
million participants. WOSM was established in 1922 and has its operational
headquarters at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and its legal seat
in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the counterpart of the World Association of Girl
Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS).

The Scout Ideals and History are essential knowledge for Senior Scouts to
develop their character and leadership skills. The Ideals provide a moral
compass for making good decisions, while the History inspires leadership and
service. Senior Scouts who learn and embody the Scout Ideals and History will
be better prepared to succeed in their personal and professional lives.