PNPA Press Release Control No.: 2024-005
Authority: PMGEN SAMUEL C NACION, D, PNPA
Releaser: PLTCOL JONATHAN A ESTRADA, C, PIO
Silang, Cavite – Unfolding a new chapter towards the lives of the plebes or the new cadets, the Philippine National Police Academy hosted the much-anticipated Pre-Recognition Rites of the PNPA SANDIKHAIN Class of 2027 at the renowned grounds of the BGen Cicero Campos Grandstand, Camp General Mariano N. Castañeda, Silang, Cavite on January 18, 2024.
The PNPA “Sandikhain” Class of 2027 marks the transition of their journey from plebes to fine gentlemen and ladies of the long maroon line, the upperclassmen of Cadet Corps wholeheartedly gave their appreciation to the plebes after hurdling seven months of rigorous training program. Their sacrifices and best efforts to become a better version of themselves have finally come to fruition as they have successfully transitioned their character from civilian to a regimented way of living. More importantly, they are officially become members of the upper class wherein they will hold new cadet duties and responsibilities that will mold them to become future public safety officers of the nation.
The Pre-Recognition Rites is one of the most awaited moments in the life of a plebe. It is popularly known as the “traditional rolling of sleeves,” that signals the “at-ease” status of plebes. Additionally, it is a ground-breaking day before the official Recognition Rites wherein the plebes have undergone a series of massive authorized exercises with the close supervision of their upperclassmen.
The SANDIKHAIN Class of 2027 or the “Sinanay na Alagad ng Kapayapaan na Maglilingkod para sa Pilipinong Mamamayan” is a class full of tenacity, discipline, and determination, as it was able to surmount all the struggles and hardships in their plebehood days. Having in the midst of daily challenges that truly tested their very limits, the 212 strong and proud members of the SANDIKHAIN Class of 2027 stood firm and held their heads high as they will face a new beginning in their cadetship journey inside the portals of the renowned educational institution of the country.
In the message from the Director PNPA, PMGEN SAMUEL C NACION, “Remember, that the journey does not end here; it merely transforms you. The road ahead will be filled with new challenges and opportunities to make a positive impact on society. Embrace these challenges with the same determination and courage that have brought you to this moment,” he stated.