The Commencement Exercises of the PNPA Sinaglawin Class of 2025
The journey that began with eager steps and wide-eyed dreams has now reached its final cadence. The Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) Sinaglawin Class of 2025 has officially closed the chapter of cadetship, leaving behind the rigorous halls of the academy and stepping into the real world as public safety officers.
Throughout their years of sacrifice and struggles, these young dreamers were tested in every way—physically, mentally, and morally. They rose through every challenge, bonded by a shared purpose and commitment to serve. Their sheer determination, resilience and utmost discipline throughout their stay in the academy have honed them into responsible, trustworthy, and accountable public servants who are leaders in the making.
On April 29, 2025, the Sinaglawin Class, composed of 206 cadets, marched for the final time as full-fledged graduates of the Philippine National Police Academy during its 46th Commencement Exercises held at Camp General Mariano N. Castañeda in Silang, Cavite. The momentous ceremony was graced by His Excellency, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., who honored the cadets’ achievements and reminded them of the great responsibility that comes with the badge.
“The path ahead is not always easy. There will be times when ideals and reality will seem to pull you in different directions. There will be moments that will test your principles and your convictions,” said PBBM.
“But whenever those days come and doubts creep in, remember who you are and why you chose this path,” he added.
President Marcos also advised the graduates “to take into heart” their oath and duty to uphold and defend the Constitution, as well as their responsibility to the citizenry. “My dear officers, this country will never ask you to be perfect, but it will ask you to be present. Be there. Let our people feel your presence. [Let them] feel the presence of our law enforcers. [Let them] feel the presence of the law,” he said.
He also reminded the graduates to choose the honorable path without seeking reward, and to stand up for what is right—even if no one is watching, stating: “Your acts make the system. You shape the system with your restraint, with your dignity, and your service.”
Sinaglawin Class is the first batch of PNPA graduates to be exclusively assigned to the Philippine National Police, by virtue of Republic Act Number 11279, which transferred PNPA and the National Police Training Institute (NPTI) from the Philippine Public Safety College (PPSC) to PNP. This was further strengthened by the PNP Memorandum Circular Number 2021-003, solidifying PNPA as the exclusive training ground for PNP officers and mandating their assignment solely within PNP.
Police Cadet Marc Joseph Lacatan Vitto, a native of Gloria, Oriental Mindoro, was hailed as the class valedictorian. He received the Presidential Kampilan Award, the Journalism Kampilan Award, as well as the Plaque of Merit for graduating Top of their Class. He was also awarded Best in Forensic Science and Best in General Education.
The other topnotchers were P/Cdt Kristina A. Acidre (Top 2) from Leyte; P/Cdt Jay Cheever G Rocaberte (Top 3) from Negros Oriental; P/Cdt Matilde M. Deligero (Top 4) from Bohol; P/Cdt Christian Martin D. Bumanglag (Top 5) from Taguig City; P/Cdt Chanchai A. Nacion (Top 6) from Laguna; P/Cdt Lyka P. Antig (Top 7) from Cebu; P/Cdt Daniel A. Lisondra (Top 8) from Surigao Del Norte; P/Cdt Xien Lei J. Buyuccan (Top 9) from Nueva Vizcaya; and P/Cdt Rizel Erika P. Taipan (Top 10) from Quirino.
On May 6, 2025, six days after their graduation, the Class held its Badge of Honor Ceremony at the PNP Multi-Purpose Center in Camp BGen Rafael T Crame, Quezon City. The 206 cadets were personally welcomed by the PNP Chief, Police General Rommel Francisco D. Marbil, who served as the ceremony’s Guest of Honor and Speaker.
In his speech, PGen Marbil reminded the new Police Lieutenants of the values of honor, integrity, and service that they must carry as they embark on their respective law enforcement careers.
Dedicated toward creating new legacies rooted in justice, integrity, and service to the Filipino people, the cadets were bestowed with their Badge of Honor—marking the end of their training journey as well as the beginning of their mission as law enforcement officers.
