INTRODUCTION:  Now, we will be entertained by the moves of our selected scouts

from Kid, Kawan And Troop. Please help me welcome by giving

Emcee: Good morning everyone....Before we begin our ceremony, them a Let’s go clapping!
may we request our distinguished guests, school
administrators, and teachers to occupy the seats here on  For the inspirational message, she is a wood badge holder and she
stage. There are seats reserved for you… To our supportive also has a dedicated spirit in the scouting movement, the ageless in
parents, please be seated to the left and right wing of the beauty and the leader of Tugbok B District, non-other than Doctor
Rosalinda D. Cabig. Let’s go clapping!
gym. Thank you…
 Thank you Doc for the wisdom-full and encouraging message to our
[All is settle down and ready for the ceremony.] young boys. Let’s go clapping.

"Welcome to the Boy Scouts of the Philippines investiture ceremony,  Before we start our Investiture Ceremony for the KID Scout Section,
where we honor our young scouts get on a journey of leadership and May I request the rest of the boys to please stay on the holding
service. Inspired by Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell’s areas assigned for you. KAWAN AND TROOP, TAKE MY
vision, we embrace scouting's principles of inclusivity and outdoor- COMMAND, ATTENTION! Harap sa Likod, RAP! Patakda KAD!
based education. Pasulong, KAD!
As we gather here today, we celebrate the values of camaraderie and
adventure that define our scouting community. With a commitment to PART 2
 May I call in Sct. Anabel V. Manlanot, the BSP Kid Coordinator for the
fostering responsible citizenship, we stand proud as a beacon of
presentation of candidates for KID SCOUTS.
youth development. Let us support these scouts as they pledge to
uphold the ideals of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines and board on  May I call in Sct. Catherine D. Bornea , the BSP Kab Coordinator for the
their rewarding scouting journey." presentation of candidates for KAB SCOUTS.
PART 1  FOR THE TROOP
Emcee: To formally start the program, Sct._______ , solemnize our
ceremony today with a prayer.
TL: Good morning Scouts!
Emcee: Now, the Boy scouts Troop Section of Vinzons Elementary School
for the investiture ceremony as they approach the ceremonial Grade 6 and grade 5 will come forward as the SPL commands.
ground for the entrance of colors. This will be followed by singing
of the Philippine National Anthem to be conducted by the KID TL: May I request the Senior Patrol Leader to bring the
SCOUT COORDINATOR Sct. __________. candidates forward.
 The recommitment of the Scout Oath & Law to be given by the (SPL giving instructions to the candidates.)
selected KID (say the name), KAWAN (say the name) & TROOP boy SPL:
scouts (say the name).  “To those who want to join the troop please come forward.”
 To give us her Welcome Address and words of encouragement,
 “Troop, attention! Troop, march time march!”
Scouts! Please help me welcome our BSP School Commissioner,
Sct. MERIGEN T. NAPOLES, MT2/SIC. Let’s go clapping!

 (After the talk) Thank you Sct. Merigen Napoles

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TL: You have presented yourself before this troop and Scout#3: I bring life to the 3rd point of scout law: A SCOUT IS
asked to be made scouts. Is this your wish now? HELPFUL.
Emcee: A scout is concerned about other people. He willingly
Candidates: Sir ,Yes Sir! volunteers to help others without expecting payment or
rewards.
TL: In this ceremony, you will be received into this troop Scout#4: I bring life to the 4th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS
and into the brotherhood of Scouting. Before you is a FRIENDLY.
single lighted candle. It represents the spirit of scouting. As Emcee: A scout is a friend to all. He is brother to all scouts. He seeks
you become scouts, you will learn more of the Scouting to understand others. He respects ideas and customs
Spirit. The law of the troop is the Scout Law. It is known different from his own.
and followed by millions of scouts. You will learn and
follow this law too. The Senior Patrol Leader will now recite Scout#5: I bring life to the 5th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS
for you the Scout Oath & Law. Listen closely for I will soon COURTEOUS.
ask you whether you accept this law as your own. Emcee: A scout is polite to everyone regardless of age and position.
He knows that good manners make it easier for people to
( The SPL grasps the big lighted candle and lights the first candle on his right get along together.
(audience left). SPL recites the points of the scout law. As he does, a voice
from off stage reads the explanation. This is done until the points are Scout#6: I bring life to the 6th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS
covered. SPL put the big lighted candle on the table. The TL then addresses KIND.
the Scouts again.) Emcee: A scout understands there is strength in being gentle. He
treats others the way he wishes to be treated. He does not
REVISION: SPL will light each candle and the assigned 12 scouts will recite harm nor kill creatures needlessly, and strives to save and
1 by 1 the scout laws. protect life at all cost.
THE 12 POINTS OF SCOUTING Scout#7: I bring life to the 7th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS
[Boy scouts will recite the laws one by one before lighting the candle: voice OBEDIENT.
over explanation of each law]
Emcee: A scout follows the rules of his family, school and troop. He
obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks
Scout #1: I bring life to the first point of scout law: A SCOUT IS
these laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an
TRUSTWORTHY.
orderly manner rather than disobey them.
Emcee: A scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is a
part of his code of conduct. People can always depend on
Scout#8: I bring life to the 8th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS
him.
CHEERFUL.
Emcee: A scout looks at the brighter side of life. He cheerfully
Scout#2: I bring life to the 2nd point of scout law: A SCOUT IS
accomplishes tasks that come his way. He tries to make
LOYAL.
others happy.
Emcee: A scout is true to his family, friends, scout leaders, school,
nation and world community.

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Scout#9: I bring life to the 9th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS “Scout sign! ON MY HONOR/ I WILL DO MY BEST/ TO DO
THRIFTY. MY DUTY/ TO GOD AND MY COUNTRY/ THE REPUBLIC OF
Emcee: A scout works his way to help others. He saves for the THE PHILIPPINES (light center candle)
future. He protects and conserves natural resources. He
carefully uses his time and property.
AND TO OBEY THE SCOUT LAW/TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE
Scout#10: I bring life to the 10th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS
AT ALL TIMES (light left candle).
BRAVE.
Emcee: A scout can Face danger even he is afraid. He has the TO KEEP MYSELF PHYSICALLY STRONG/ MENTALLY
courage to stand for what he believes is right even if others AWAKE/ AND MORALLY STRAIGHT. (light right candle)
laugh at him or threaten him. Ready front!

Scout#11: I bring life to the 11th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS

CLEAN. *You have heard the words of the scout oath. Do you
Emcee: A scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He helps accept the 3 duties it describes and do you pledge yourself
keep his home and community in order. to learn and to follow the Scout Oath?
Scout#12: I bring life to the 12th point of scout law: A SCOUT IS
REVERENT.
CANDIDATES: Yes we do!
Emcee: A scout is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the
belief of others. TL: Very well. Now in the light of these candles, we can see
one another well. So it is the Spirit of the Scout Oath and
TL: You have heard the 12 points of the Scout Law. Do you the Scout Law lights our steps. I direct your attention to the
accept this law as Scout and do you promise to do your Flag of our country. As Scouts, we have special feelings
best to live by this law? about the flag. We know what it means. We learned to take
care of it. We love and honor the nation it represents. …
CANDIDATES: Yes, we do! Panunumpa sa Watawat ng Pilipinas.

TL: Scouts also live by another code. It is the scout Oath. (SPL directs the candidates to perform the Scout sign.)
The Scout Oath describes the 3 duties that every scout
must accept. His duty to God and Country, his duty to other CANDIDATES: Recites the pledge. Panunumpa sa watawat.
people and his duty to himself. I want you to make this
promise publicly for the first time. TL: Now you will recite this Investiture Pledge as a
commitment to your responsibilities as Boy Scout.
REPEAT AFTER ME this Oath as I light three candles (SPL directs the candidates to perform the scout sign and lead the
Investiture pledge.)
to represent these three duties.

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 THE INVESTITURE PLEDGE Patrol Leaders, take charge of these Scouts and welcome
them into our organization.
I, (state your name), / OF VINZONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, / ( Scouts left handshake each other. )
PLEDGE TO DO MY BEST / TO PREPARE MYSELF / FOR
SERVICE TO OTHERS. / I FURTHER PLEDGE / TO LIVE UP / TO  CLOSING program (refer to the programme)
THE SCOUT OATH, / SCOUT LAW / AND THE SCOUT MOTTO /
AND SLOGAN / OF THE BOY SCOUTS OF THE PHILIPPINES / TO Acknowledgement:
THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE / AND ABILITY. / SO HELP ME My courtesy to our Prestigious Guests, Doctor Rosalinda D.
GOD. Cabig, Sct. Dennis Lazo and Sct. Edgar Gaviola, Sir Enrique Doraml
Jr., our District BSP Coordinating Principal for gracing this annual
Emcee: The scout uniform identifies you as a member of the scouting Investiture Ceremony.
movement, a worldwide brotherhood of scouts existing in These words of acknowledgement will be my act of being
more than 136 countries. It also identifies you as persons of grateful for the full support given by our school, Ma’am Napoles and of
character, ready to serve others. It symbolizes a s well the
course with the full effort and support of the all the BSP Adult
ultimate unity of purpose and preparedness for outdoor life,
strongly reminding you to live in accordance with the scout
Leaders, Sct. Anabel, Sct. Catherine and SCT. Jeric and TO ALL
ideals. THE TEACHERS from Kid, Kawan and Troop Section of Vinzons
Elementary School. Without their cooperation and having a mind set
At this point in time, may we request the parents to help us of ONE TEAM, ONE GOAL, this event will not be made possibly
initiate our young boys to this noble cause through the successful.
ceremonial clothing of neckerchief to the boys. My appreciation also to these young and spirited scouts that
endures all the uneasiness during practice but determined to be made
[The candidates execute the proper hand salute before and after scouts that cooperate to make the flow of the ceremonies smooth,
the clothing of neckerchief.] Thank you so much especially to our SENIOR PATROL LEADER Sct.
Florench Biboy ZEQUERRA,a grade 6 pupil, that he really proved his
Emcee: (Voice over) With those neckerchief, we welcome you to the
scouting movement. May you always remain true to the ideals
self of being a great leader to his fellow boy scouts and I can say that
of scouting. he lived by the 12 points of scouting.
To the PARENTS and GUARDIANS who never get tired of
TL: May I request our BSP Davao City Council representative supporting their boys for this movement. From the registration fees,
Scout ______________________ for his declaration acceptance buying boy scouts uniforms and obeying the teachers’ instructions on
of membership. what to do during the ceremony.
A big thanks also to my better-half who’s dedication for
( BY THE POWER VESTED UPON ME BY THE BOYS SCOUT OF scouting helped me to go through the toughest challenges as BSP
THE PHILIPPINES, DAVAO CITY COUNCIL, I, SCT. ___________, School coordinator, for answering all my how’s and why’s about Boy
of ___________, DECLARES YOU TROOP SCOUTS. Scouting. To my closest relatives also that even distance is not a
Congratulations! ) hindrance to support me with my request for this set-up that creates a
formal ambiance to the ceremony.
Above all, TO THE GREAT SCOUTMASTER that gave me
strength and wisdom to make this event and to the upcoming activities
lie ahead.
Thank you and Good morning.
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MESSAGE OF CHALLENGE to be given to us by the Kagawaran ng Edukasyon
representative of BSP Davao City Council, non-other than Sct. Rehiyon XI
___________________ Sangay ng Lungsod ng Dabaw
Purok ng Tugbok
CLOSING PRAYER PAARALANG ELEMENTARYA NG VINZONS
Lungsod ng Dabaw
TL: Scout benediction (refer to the programme)

TL: The retiring of colors.

THE BOY SCOUTS OF THE PHILIPPINES

Investiture Ceremony
Script

Jorrenel L. Saavedra
School BSP Coordinator
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