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THE PHILIPPINE MILITARY ACADEMY IS NOT AFFILIATED TO ANY EXAM REVIEW CENTER NOR ENDORSES ANY EXAM REVIEW MATERIAL FOR THE PMA ENTRANCE EXAMINATION.

FORT GENERAL GREGORIO H DEL PILAR, Baguio City - The Philippine Military Academy (PMA) conducted the Incorporation Rites of PMA “Siglab-Kasilag” (Sigasig sa Labanan, Kalasag ng Sinilangan) Class of 2028 with RADM CAESAR BERNARD N VALENCIA PN, Superintendent, PMA as the Keynote Speaker at the Borromeo Field on Saturday, 27 July 2028.

The Incorporation Rites marks the fourthclass cadets’ formal integration to the Cadet Corps Armed Forces of the Philippines after surpassing the New Cadet Battalion (NCBn) Training. The program formally started with an invocation led by the Command Chaplain, LTC ARNOLD T VERGARA CHS (GSC) followed by the Opening Remarks of the Commandant of Cadets, BGEN RAMON P FLORES PA.

BGEN FLORES stated, “The leadership journey of the firstclass cadets already started on June 1. You now have the privilege, and the duties, and responsibilities to lead the corps. Up to this point from our perspective, you have been doing a very great job. For the second class cadets, whom the leadership details of these fourth class cadets have been given starting from June 15 up to now, you have transformed these fourth class cadets into what they are now today. From the start of the manual of arms, until being incorporated in the Corps, we have seen them metamorphose into that particular budding leaders of our country.”

Also, he supplemented, “For the third class, this is your yearling buddy, you have the responsibility to train them. For the fourth class cadets, this is now the start of making your dreams come true. Let me train you, let us train you, let the upper class cadets train you to become what they are now today.”

Subsequently, RADM VALENCIA delivered his message, “To the members of Class of 2028, after this, your lives are about to undergo profound changes. Trust me, in the coming months there will be multiple times when you will doubt yourselves. You will come close to faltering, you may even consider the lies that your body is telling you that you do not belong here. But when all these negative thoughts start to enter your minds, remember always that you are already here. You deserve to be here and you will not care whatever happens to you because you have that innate desire to be a warrior. A true and noble defender of our maritime nation.”

He also emphasized, “The training that you will receive in the next four years will uncover virtues and strengths within you that you may not have realized you possess, and you will learn how to exploit these strengths for the greater good of our people. But in your journey here you will also discover weaknesses and habits that may hinder your quest for excellence. Believe in yourself and the Almighty and in time you will overcome all of these.”

FORT GENERAL GREGORIO H DEL PILAR, Baguio City - The Philippine Military Academy (PMA) held the Change of Command and Retirement Ceremony of LIEUTENANT GENERAL ROWEN S TOLENTINO PA, 84th Superintendent, PMA at the Borromeo Field on Saturday, 20 July 2024

The program officially started with the arrival honors for the incoming Superintendent, PMA, REAR ADMIRAL CAESAR BERNARD N VALENCIA PN, followed by the guest book signing at the Lim Hall Lobby.

The Testimonial Parade and Review at the Borromeo Field was followed by the Awarding Ceremony. The Adjutant General Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), BGEN BERNARDO R FORTEZ JR PA read the citation of awards followed by the awarding of the Philippine Legion of Honor, awarding of the Recertification on Institutionalized Status and Seal of Excellence, and awarding of the Ulirang Alumnus.

Subsequently, the Change of Command Ceremony commenced with an invocation led by HIS EXCELLENCY MOST REVEREND OSCAR JAIME L FLORENCIO, D. D., followed by the reading of the relief and designation orders by the Adjutant General, AFP; reading and signing of relinquishment orders by the outgoing Superintendent, PMA; lowering of personal flag of the Outgoing Superintendent, PMA by SMS Charles B Bumanglag PA, Command Sergeant Major; reading and signing of assumption orders by the incoming Superintendent, PMA; hand over of Command Symbol; and the hoisting of personal flag of the incoming Superintendent, PMA.

The incoming Superintendent, PMA, RADM VALENCIA PN delivered his remarks. He extended his profound appreciation to the following authority: “At the onset, I extend my profound gratitude to our President and Commander-in-Chief for designating me as the 85th Superintendent of our Alma Mater. This gratitude also extends to the Secretary of National Defense and the board of Generals led of course by Chief of Staff for their recommendation for me to assume this coveted post.”

“For someone who has walked the sacred grounds of the Borromeo Field, my assumption as Superintendent is a priceless honor. I have come full circle – likely ending my career in the place where it all began. I am deeply grateful for the trust and confidence placed on my shoulders as I take the helm of our revered institution. Indeed, to be trusted is the greatest of all compliments”, he supplemented.

“And as we embark on this new chapter together, I call on stakeholders, our Alumni, the faculty, and staff to continue to move forward banking on the reforms instituted by my predecessor. Together, we will continue to ensure that the PMA continues to produce leaders for our maritime nation. Together, we shall ensure that the PMA remains as the bright beacon of the land. And as for my first official directive, all policies and procedures instituted by my predecessor shall remain in effect unless rescinded by me.” RADM VALENCIA PN emphasized.

Likewise, GENERAL ROMEO S BRAWNER JR PA, Chief of Staff, AFP gave his message. “As we celebrate this momentous occasion, let us be reminded of the importance of the PMA to our nation. It is a place where future leaders are molded, where character is built, and where the spirit of patriotism is deeply ingrained. The PMA does not just build soldiers; it builds heroes who are ready to serve and protect our country with unyielding dedication.”

Afterward, the Adjutant General, AFP read the retirement orders, and then the outgoing Superintendent, PMA received the Command Plaque; Plaque of Honorable Service; Pagpupugay Plaque, Philippine Army; Personal Flag; 2ID, PA Unit Flag; PMA Unit Flag; and an Encased Philippine Flag. Also, Mrs Tolentino, the wife of LTGEN TOLENTINO PA, received a Plaque of Appreciation.

Thereafter, the outgoing Superintendent, PMA was then incorporated into the Reserve Force by the Army Adjutant, COL DANILO E ESTRANERO PA (GSC) followed by an Oath Taking to the Reserve Force led by the Commanding General, Philippine Army, LTGEN ROY M GALIDO PA.

Lastly, LTGEN TOLENTINO PA delivered his Valedictory Address. He first narrated his experiences, “…I first knew the PMA in 1979 after watching the movie, “Kadete” starring Jay Ilagan. I think I watched it three times and ever since, I knew what I wanted to be, and that is, to be a PMA cadet and eventually to become an officer… I am destined to enter PMA. So, it was really divine providence and destiny.”

He also express his deepest gratitude, “My stint as the 84th Superintendent of the Philippine Military Academy will be one of my greatest honors and privilege. So this leads me to my foremost message to all of you here – maraming, maraming salamat po sa inyong lahat. Ako ay sinamahan niyo, tinulungan niyo, ginabayan at sinabayan sa pagsisilbi dito sa ating Akademya. It is because of you that we have successfully implemented the mission and vision of our nation’s premier institution for military leaders. The success of the academy is not mine alone, but it is attributed to each member of team PMA to claim.”

Lastly, he gave his encouraging message to the Cadet Corps Armed Forces of the Philippines (CCAFP), “To my cadets, never lose sight of our motto, ‘Courage, Integrity, and Loyalty’. Remember what I told you that the common denominator of all these motto is humility.

Courage doesn’t mean you can just face danger outrightly. You have to be humble enough to realize that there are several forces much greater or stronger than you. Humility will make you not underestimate your enemy, may it be moral or physical. Be sure that you are always prepared.

Integrity - You should be humble enough to realize that there are universally accepted sets of standards, ethics and morality. Otherwise, you will become vain or bitter if you think you have the monopoly of integrity. Be humble in spreading your beliefs and advocacies.

And Loyalty - In serving our country, be humble enough to realize that your country and the Filipino people are also taking care of you. It is just fitting that you serve them with commitment and humility. And at the end of the day, be humble enough to realize that there is a supreme being greater than all of us. Whatever beliefs you have, keep that faith and mean well to everyone.”
Consequently, the singing of the PMA Alma Mater song took place. The program concluded with the Pass in Review.

The PMA Cadet Online Application System will be open from May 1, 2024 (8am) to August 1, 2024 (8am). We invite the Filipino youth to apply and #StartyourPMAjourney with us. Go to the PMA Online Cadet Application System at: https://admission.pma.edu.ph to #StartyourPMAjourney.

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Visit the PMA website: https://www.pma.edu.ph for more details on the admission of PMA Cadets.
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Below are the qualifications for admission:

• Natural born Filipino citizen
  •Physically fit and of good moral character
  •Single and has never been married nor pregnant nor have a legal obligation to support a child or children
  •At least Senior High School Graduate (Grade 12)
  •No Administrative/ Criminal Case
  •Must pass the PMA Entrance Examination
  •Minimum height requirement: 5 feet for both male and female
  •Age requirement: At least 17 years old and not more than 22 years old on 01 June of the year of admission

The following are the benefits and privileges:

• A noble privilege in serving the country and its people
  •Free college education with a well-rounded curriculum
  •Monthly pay and allowances
  •Progressive career as an Officer in the Army, Air Force or Navy
  •Specialized professional training for military
  •Exceptional training and billeting facilities
  •Training requirements are all provided

For more information, you may contact the following:
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