723rd NAVAL ROTC UNIT Affiliate -SEC

27/05/2026

19/05/2026

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘

⚓️ The 723rd Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps Unit (Affiliate), together with the Civic Welfare Training Service students, conducted the National Service Training Program Completion Ceremony, marking the successful completion of their training and service journey.

May this achievement serve as a reminder of the values of discipline, leadership, and service instilled throughout the programs. The unit extends its appreciation to everyone who contributed to the success of this meaningful event.

19/05/2026

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐲?

"𝑭𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒂𝒄𝒄𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕", kind of ironic isn't it? Our NROTC journey was exactly that. Strangers brought together by chance, only to discover strength, unity, and purpose in places we never expected.

Our NROTC journey obviously did not begin with strength — it began with uncertainty, aching muscles, weariness, and silent battles within ourselves. Under the scorching sun and the echo of commands, strangers slowly became a unit, and ordinary students were shaped into individuals who learned the true meaning of discipline, sacrifice, and resilience. Every march tested our endurance, every formation demanded unity and perfection leaving no room for mistakes, and every challenge quietly transformed us into stronger versions of who we used to be. What once felt impossible eventually became proof that growth is often found in discomfort. We marched forward with exhausted bodies yet carried determined hearts.

We were not refined overnight-- every hardship shaped us into who we are today and amidst all that, laughter still found its way between the exhaustion and pressure. We discovered that NROTC was never only about drills, uniforms, or obedience — it was about building character, trust, patience, and courage that would remain long after the training grounds were left behind. All in all, we carried one another through failures, victories, fears, doubts, and triumphs, creating memories engraved deeper than the footprints each of us left on the field. Our voyage in NROTC became more than a requirement; it became a story worth to be told. A story of perseverance, brotherhood, leadership, and the unbreakable spirit we never knew we possessed.

Now, the final command was given and the dust finally settled. We found deep in our hearts that NROTC didn't just train us to march in line-- it taught us how to stand firm through life itself.

written by: MW/ENS Czarina Mae S. Cabiling O-3CL
edited by: MW/ENS Julia Francheska D. Dolaota O-3CL

12/05/2026

𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍❗

TO ALL CADETS AND CADETTES WHO ARE ENROLLED IN MILITARY SCIENCE 2 AT SURIGAO EDUCATION CENTER WE WILL BE HAVING OUR NATIONAL SERVICE TRAINING PROGRAM COMPLETION CEREMONY (MONDAY) MAY 18, 2026.

WHO: STUDENTS ENROLLED IN 723rd NROTCU(Affiliated) - SEC
WHAT: NSTP COMPLETION CEREMONY
WHERE: SEC (SURIGAO EDUCATION CENTER) AMPHITHEATER
WHEN: MAY 18, 2026
TIME: 1300H | 01:00PM

WHAT TO WEAR:
✓ NROTC T-SHIRT UNIFORM
✓ BLACK PANTS/MAONG PANTS
✓ BLACK SOCKS
✓ BLACK SHOES

PS: ALL CADETS ARE REQUIRED TO BE AT SEC BEFORE 1300H | 01:00PM.

04/05/2026

𝐌𝐀𝐘 𝟎𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 || 𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝟏𝟐𝐓𝐇 𝐒𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟐𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑

The 723rd Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps (NROTC) Unit (Affiliated) of Surigao Education Center successfully conducted its 12th and final Sunday Formation for the second semester, with the active participation of MS2 students.

The formation commenced with the Morning Colors, followed by Pasa Masid. Cadets also completed the final requirements, including the submission of grades. The activity concluded with a final batch photo, marking the end of the semester’s training and activities.

03/05/2026

⚓️ 𝟕𝟐𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐍𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐂𝐔 (𝐀𝐟𝐟) 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 || 𝐀 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐲, 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡

As the year comes to an end, we look back on a journey woven through early mornings, steadfast formations, and moments that tested our determination and shaped our character. Every command carried, every step taken, and every challenge faced stands as a reflection of the discipline and dedication we upheld as one unit.

Through long days of training and shared sacrifices, we forged memories that will endure beyond this chapter. This year was more than a routine, it was a calling that strengthened our sense of duty, honor, and fellowship. May we move forward carrying the values we have lived by and a bond that will always remain.

“𝘒𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘯 𝘴𝘢 𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘨𝘬𝘶𝘭𝘪𝘯, 𝘥𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘭 𝘴𝘢 𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘭𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘬𝘰𝘥.”

01/05/2026

𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍❗

TO ALL CADETS AND CADETTES WHO ARE ENROLLED IN MILITARY SCIENCE 2 AT SURIGAO EDUCATION CENTER WE WILL BE HAVING OUR TWELFTH FORMATION/LAST FORMATION (SUNDAY) MAY 03, 2026.

WHO: STUDENTS ENROLLED IN 723rd NROTCU(Affiliated) - SEC
WHAT: LAST FORMATION
WHERE: SEC (SURIGAO EDUCATION CENTER) GROUND
WHEN: MAY 03, 2026
08:00H - 1100H

WHAT TO WEAR:
✓ NROTC T-SHIRT UNIFORM
✓ BLACK PANTS/MAONG PANTS
✓ BLACK SOCKS
✓ BLACK SHOES

REMINDERS:
✓ HAIRCUT, SHAVED MUSTACHE IS A MUST
✓ FEMALES BUN HAIR
✓ NO FACIAL HAIR
✓ TRIMMED NAILS
✓ ACCESSORIES ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED
NOTE:
✓ BEFORE ENTERING THE SCHOOL PREMISES, ALL CADETS/CADETTES MUST HAVE EATEN BREAKFAST.
✓ DRINK PLENTY OF WATER
PLEASE BE GUIDED ATTENDANCE IS A MUST!

27/04/2026

𝐀𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐋 𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 || 𝟏𝟏𝐓𝐇 𝐒𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 2𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 (𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐗𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍)

The 723rd Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps (NROTC) Unit (Affiliated) of Surigao Education Center conducted its 11th Sunday Formation, Final Examination for the Second Semester with the participation of MS2 students.

The unit started with Morning Colors, followed by Pasa Masid and a written examination to assess the students’ knowledge. Students also performed semaphore flag signaling, and the final activity was raid and ambush, applying basic tactical movements and teamwork.