BEHIND THE WALLS
OF THE ACADEMY
MASIDTALAK 2023
PMGEN ERIC ESCOSIO NOBLE
" A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." - John C. Maxwell.
I would like to dedicate this message to PMGEN ERIC ESCOSIO NOBLE to express my deepest gratitude and appreciation for his leadership and guidance as the Director of the Philippine National Police Academy.
As a PNPA Cadet, I had the honor and privilege of being under your mentorship and supervision during my training. I am truly grateful for the lessons and values that you instilled in me, which have shaped me into the person and professional that I am today.
Your unwavering commitment to excellence, discipline, and professionalism has inspired me to pursue my dreams and make a positive impact on society. Your leadership has also enabled the PNPA to maintain its high standards and reputation as a premier institution for law enforcement education and training.
I am proud to have been part of the PNPA community under your watch, and I will always be grateful for the opportunities and experiences that you have provided me. Your dedication and service to the country are truly admirable, and I am honored to have worked under your leadership.
Thank you once again, PMGEN ERIC ESCOSIO NOBLE, for your invaluable contributions to the PNPA and the country. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors, and I hope to make you and the PNPA proud in my career as a police officer.
DIRECTOR, PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE ACADEMY
Where Passion Meets Service to God, People and Country.
About Me
I am Police Cadet John David Reyes Acob from Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. I graduated Bachelor of Science in Criminology from Western Philippines University batch 2017. I was raised in the Municipality of Aborlan, Palawan, as the youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Acob. In a Christian school, specifically Aborlan Bible Baptist Christian School and What the Bible Says Christian Academy, I attended nursery, elementary, and high school. It was there that I honed my physical, mental, and intellectual abilities as well as other aspects of my personality. My passion and skill back then were portrait sketching. When I first discovered my artistic abilities during elementary, I only drew my favorite cartoon characters. Later, in college, I started to sketch a portrait of a friend but didn't think I could do it. As time passed, my interest in drawing waned and I started to get more interested in physical activities like calisthenics, parkour, c-walking, scuba diving, and trekking. I thoroughly enjoyed doing those things and was appreciative that I had the opportunity to do such.
Four years ago, I am a three-time frustrated PNP applicant before entering the Academy. With the determination to fight for my dreams, I never let failure defeat my mindset and my willpower in pushing through my dreams to become a public safety officer. And with my hope, dedication, and prayers, destiny led me to the portals of the Academy, traversing the road less traveled.
Indeed it was a remarkable four years of experience here inside the Academy since day 1 of our cadetship. This prestigious Academy transformed, equipped, and honed us as an individual and as an officer who will lead men and women in the profession of arms.
The Philippine National Police Academy challenged us to defy our fears and weaknesses, to push our limits and maximize our potential in every aspect of life, and to aspire to greatness with a humble heart but it was never been easy rather it was very hard but when you do it wholeheartedly and with courage carrying your purpose, you will endure and finish what you have started.
“The heart is a symbol, or it is nothing,” “To remove a man’s heart is to traffic in symbol. And who better equipped for such labor than a poet?”
- Edgar Allan Poe, United States Military Academy (West Point) Cadet
PHASES OF CADETSHIP TRAINING
PLEBEHOOD
The Sheep, also know as the plebes or the fourth class cadets, are the newest members of the Cadet Corps who are received during the Reception Rites of the Academy. After received by the upperclass corps, these plebes will undergo the 45 days Breaking Period, a rigorous training of orienting the newest member of the corps of all traditions and culture practiced inside the Academy.
SHEARER
The Shearer or the third class men are the cadets who already received the Recognition rites having direct supervision to the plebes after their breaking period. PNPA academics starts mostly in the month of June after the Incorporation Rites of the plebes. The span of almost 7-9 months from Incorporation to Recognition Rites of their plebes is the most crucial role as a Third Class men being the direct responsibility of leading them.
STEWARD
The Steward or the second class men is a preparatory phase of being a "Shepherd". Most of the time of second class cadets are concentrated in their academics but at the same time should have control to the shearers.
SHEPHERD
The Shepherd or the first class men are the most seniors in the cadet corps. The ruling class is the existing most senior class of the year having members who are candidates for graduation. First class men are the overseers of the cadet corps composed of cadet officers, Cadet-In-Charge of clubs and organization, and squad leaders. They had been chosen by the outgoing cadet officers from the pool of Steward aspirants couple of months before graduation.
WALK TO THE RIGHT PATH
As a Cadet, I believe that maltreatment is never the appropriate response to an underclassman's mistakes. An underclassman's caution or violation cannot be remedied by committing another violation that constitutes maltreatment. When I first arrived at the Academy, I knew I wanted to be an officer, and I believe that many of my fellow cadets do as well.
It is not in my nature to crush someone's dream, especially when it is as important as one's future career. Instead, I strive to be an upperclassman who embodies the qualities that I wished for as a plebe - someone who genuinely cares about the welfare of the underclassmen and corrects them in a constructive rather than harmful manner.
I recognize that discipline and respect are important values for a future law enforcement officer, but mistreatment is not the answer. Positive reinforcement, mentoring, and open communication are far more effective methods of instilling discipline and respect in cadets. By promoting these values and fostering trust and mutual respect among Cadets and officers, we can foster a culture of respect and discipline.
As a future law enforcement officer, I understand the importance of respect and discipline. But respect and discipline can be taught without resorting to maltreatment. We can establish a culture of respect and discipline by promoting positive reinforcement, mentorship, and open communication between cadets and officers. It is by building a sense of trust and mutual respect that we can create a safe and respectful environment for all cadets.
In conclusion, I believe that maltreatment has no place in the Philippine National Police Academy or any institution. By promoting a culture of respect and discipline, we can train officers who embody the values of the institution and are capable of serving and protecting their fellow citizens with integrity and honor. It is my hope that this culture of respect and discipline will become the norm, not only in the police Academy, but in all aspects of Philippine society.
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