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Wednesday, May 30, 2007

Leadership and Mentoring Skills Course LMSC

Dear Sec 3 Squad,

This is a COMPULSORY COURSE. It is held on 4 and 5 June 2007 at Home Team Academy. Cadets are to fall in in their Full Uniform at 8.15am each day during the course. The course for each day will end around 6pm. Lunch will be provided for the cadets. They are required to bring their PT attire (NPCC T-shirt and trackpants) and writing materials.

As per usual, if you are absent due to medical reason, you must see a doctor and submit a MC.

Please remind each other especially those who do not check this blog often. Try to meet up together and go together. Better to go earlier as the bus to HTA may be crowded. Tell Xin Wenn to attend this course and he is excused from his D & T Class.

SCAS Wall 1




Tuesday, May 29, 2007

1 June 2007 NO PARADE

1 June 2007 Friday, there is no training or parade.

9 June Marshal Duty CANCELLED

9 June Marshal Duty at Old Police Academy CANCELLED. Road Safety Park has enough cadets from other schools to do the duty.

.22 Revolver Shooting Competition 1 June 2007 Friday

Chun Yong, Azhri, Yock Siong, Jun Han and Walter,

Bus leaves school at 7:30am sharp for HTA. You guys should be in Full Uniform and put your bags in NPCC Room at 7:15am. Please make sure you consume your breakfast! Bus leaves HTA at 11am and should be back in school by 12pm.

Sakib, you can meet us at HTA Range at 8:30am. I hope you know where the HTA Range is.

Chun Yong, please ensure all are aware of these instructions, especially when you guys meet for training in school on Vesak Day.

Monday, May 28, 2007

Selection for Flag Party for 131st Speech Day

Dear Sec 3s,

NPCC will be mounting the Flag Party for 131st Speech Day. We will select the best 21 cadets for the Flag Party. 1 as Contingent Commander, 1 as State Flag Bearer, 18 as CCA Flag Bearers and 1 Reserve. These 21 cadets will come from Sec 3 and Sec 2 Squads. We will commence with the first training on 8 June 2007 Friday. Those who were not involved in the Flag Party last year and will like to take part this year must turn up. Chun Yong will be teaching you the basics of Flag Drills. The timing and attire will be confirmed at a later date. Those who were involved in last year's Flag Party should also turn up to revise.

CSSP Camp Pack List



CSSP Camp Pack List

To all those who are attending the CSSP Camp,

They are Sakib, Nico, Andy, Jeremy, Aslam, Yi Wei, Tarang, Jun Han, Jervin, Shaun Yeo, Bing Yu, Aloysius, Wei Lun, Slyvester.

Please download the CSSP Camp Pack list and Contact List for both yourself and your parents, especially the Contact List of the Camp Organisers. CPL Tarang is OIC for this camp and CPL Sakib is 2IC. They will report to me, in case of emergency.

Venue: Old Police Academy @ Thomson Road
Date: 19 Jun 07
Time to report: 8.00am (registration)
Date 22 Jun 07
Time: 12 noon (break camp)

OIC and 2IC are to arrange for all 14 VSNPCC cadets who are attending this camp to meet up before reporting, especially for the Sec 2s who are unfamiliar with Old PA.

Saturday, May 26, 2007

Ahmad Ibrahim Pioneering Competition 2007

Hi,

This goes out to all sec 3 cadets, especially those who took part in last year campcraft competition. (jun han andy are required to take part)

AISS is organising a pioneering competition on the 30th June 2007.

Each team comprises of 4 main and 1 reserve

More information can be obtained here

This will tie in with the sec 3s NYAA Silver Skills section, campcraft.

The outcome of the competition will be part of your skills section, with regards to part of what you have accomplished under this section.

If you guys in any case wish to form more than one team please do not hesitate to come forward and i will see what can be done.

Thank you,
PCI zl

Friday, May 25, 2007

Inter-unit quiz competition 2007

Hi,

Jun Han, Yi Wei, Sakib, Azhri

Please download the SPF information here for your New Town competition next wed 30th May
Do remember to study the NPCC information as well and jun han pls update and send back to me asap.

There will be a quiz training for those who can make it on the 1st of june, friday at 0900 hours.

I will confirm the team to be sent into HQ on tt day itself, so for those who cant come pls pass your NRIC number to those who can come.

Please be prepared to stay till around noon as i would like to see how much you guys have learnt as well.

Also, please read the following mail on the compeition itself.

Thank You,
PCI zl

First of all, we would like to apologise for the delay in sending the information on the NPCC Inter-Unit Competition 2007. The NPCC Inter-Unit Competition 2007 will be held on 3 August 2007, Friday. The preliminary round of the Quiz Competition will be held on 29 June 2007, Friday at the Home Team Academy.

2 All units are invited to nominate 2 teams of 5 cadets inclusive of a reserve to take part in the competition. For Mixed units, there will not be a restriction on the number of boys and girls participating in the competition.

3 Please refer to the rules of the competition as attached in Annex A. OCs Units and participants are to acquaint themselves with these and comply strictly with them.

4 Please use the Registration Forms as attached in Annex B. All entries must reach NPCC HQ (Attn: Head Operations) by 4 June 2007, Monday. Incomplete forms will not be considered. Late entries will not be entertained. We will inform the Captain of the team if there is more information to be disseminated.

Wednesday, May 23, 2007

Phototaking

The phototaking session on Thursday 24 May is scheduled at 5:25pm. However, we should be ready in Full Uniform by 5:00pm. Due to unforeseen circumstances and delay, the photoshoot may finish between 5:45pm to 6:15pm. Please inform your parents about the possible delay and late dismissal.

Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Parade Schedule 24 May 07


Parade schdule for 24/5/07

And for those who havent read the post made by Mr Chan earlier,

Please iron your uniform and arrange your badges in the
NEW order, under the new directive. Those with long hair, please get a decent haircut, failing which you will be barred from the phototaking session.

Monday, May 21, 2007

NYAA Entry - Physical Recreation - Kayaking

19, 20 May 2007
Hours completed: 7+7=14 hours

- We were taught the definition of the kayak parts.

- We learnt that Bow is the front of the kayak, Stern is the back, Portside is the left, Starboard is the right, Deck is the top, Hull is the bottom, Deck line is a tight line used for emergency. Cockpit is the entrance where we sit on the kayak, and the Cockpit coaming is the round part that prevents water entering the cockpit, and also for holding.

- We also learnt that the paddle consist of two blades, the shaft, and the part between the shaft and the blades is the neck. The backface is the convex part of the blade, and the powerface is the concave part.

- We were taught the safety rules and handling of the kayak. We learnt how to handle the kayak properly.

- After getting our paddle and buoyancy vests, we were told to conduct a vest check by holding hands and getting into the sea with our legs above water, to test the efficiency of the vests. We were also told to swim 50m, to build up our water confidence.

- We were taught to embark and disembark properly from the kayak. We also learnt deep sea embarking, to enter the kayak in deep sea.

- We were taught the capsize drill. We have to hold the kayak and paddle by the hull, and capsize, then tap 3 times underwater, followed by getting out of the kayak and holding onto the kayak and shouting for help with the paddle pointing up. We have to hold on to our kayak so that we will be easier to spot. We also have to empty the kayak by using the see saw motion.

- We were taught how to hold the paddle properly on dry land, with right hand knuckles parallel to the blade, and how to do a proper stroke. We learnt forward paddling and reverse paddling.

- After that, we went into the sea with our kayak and practised our paddling. We were also taught to stop the paddle.

- We learnt how to spin the kayak on the spot by using sweep strokes, drawing a semicircle with our elbows straight, to make the kayak turn.

- We also learnt how to do a J stroke and classic draw. This is to move the kayak sideways. J stroke is to move the paddle towards you and using your other hand push the paddle up by going down. Classic draw is to move the paddle towards you, then turn it and move it away, and repeat.

- We were also learnt stern rudder which is to keep the kayak running in a straight line with the paddle by keeping it close to either side of the stern.

- We also learnt support and recovery, which is to maintain balance when the kayak is off balance.

- We learnt to rescue capsized kayaks in deep water, by having one rescuer and an assistant.

Campcraft Skills Journal Entry 1

18th May 2007
Hours Completed: 2 hours

We revised some of the knots that we have learnt such as thumb knot, reef knot,figure-of-eight knot , slip knot and bowline at the start of the session. We also learnt the purpose of each knot. For example, the figure-of-eight can replace the carabiner to secure the harness. We also learnt a new knot, the manharness knot.

Learnt to tie basic knots for campcraft - thumb knot, slip knot, reef knot, bowline, clove hitch, figure of 8 including double figure of 8 and figure of 8 retrace.

Thumb knot
- Used as a stopper

Slip knot
- Used to attach one end of a rope to the middle of another, while allowing the knot to slide along the rope.

Reef knot
- Used for binding

Bowline
- Used as a looping knot, to loop around a hole or a line.

Clove hitch
- Used to secure lines running along a series of posts.
- Used for weak binding.

Figure of 8
- Used as a stopper, for stopping ropes from running out of retaining devices.
- Double figure of 8 used for climbing, sailing, camping etc.

Saturday, May 19, 2007

24 May Thursday Parade

Since the Unit is scheduled for phototaking on 24 May Thursday, a Muster Parade and Training Session will be held. Muster Parade will take place at 2:45pm. Please iron your uniform and arrange your badges in the NEW order, under the new directive. Those with long hair, please get a decent haircut, failing which you will be barred from the phototaking session.

Friday, May 18, 2007

Campcraft Skills Journal Entry 1

date:18/5/07
duration:1 hour

We revised some of the knots that we have learnt such as thumb knot, reef knot,figure-of-eight knot , slip knot and bowline at the start of the session. We also learnt the purpose of each knot. For example, the figure-of-eight can replace the carabiner to secure the harness. We also learnt a new knot, the manharness knot.

Wednesday, May 16, 2007

Police Day Parade on 3 June

Azhri, Yock Siong and Chun Yong will attend the Police Day Parade on 3 June. Fuzhi and Aloysius from Sec 2 Squad will also be there.

22 May Tuesday Marksmanship Shoot

22 May Tuesday 2pm - Fall in at Foyer and bus leaves. We should reach school by 7:30pm latest. Please inform your parents. Attire is Full Uniform. So for those with uniform problem, you must go down to HTA on Monday 21 May. Only cadets in Full Uniform are allowed to shoot. Marksmanship Shoot is a compulsory activity. If you are not feeling well, YOU MUST SEE A DOCTOR AND GET A MEDICAL CERTIFICATE FOR 22 MAY!!!

SCAS Painting Information


Overall Leader/ Artist
- To oversee the progress of the 3 groups of individuals
- To check for mistakes and coordinate styles of the 3 groups

Group Leaders
- To receive and ClEaRlY follow instructions from Artist (1)/ Overall Leader (2)
- To convey and EnSuRe that team members are proficient in their assigned tasks
- To report performance of the day

Group Members
- To StRiCtLy follow all tasks given by their leaders and the artist
- To give constructive comments about the project during the project itself OnLy

List of Equipment

1. Newspaper (Lots of it!!)
- Always bring more than enough
- Tape all newspapers down with masking take of plastic tape
- Always dispose of Used newspapers at the end of the day

2. Painting Equipment (Rollers, paintbrushes, paint containers for rollers etc.)
- Of Good condition and quality so not as to disrupt painting time
- Wash painting equipment before using a paint of a different colour
- Bring Containers for water
- Do NOT paint anything but wall

3. White Paint
- Sufficient (at least 2 large buckets of paint the size of those found at the D.I.Y. Shop or any volume similar)
- Paint EVENLY on the wall (use as little of paint as possible to paint and not too much paint at a time)
- Used ONLY for correction by Artist (1)/ Overall Leader (2) after the White-Wash
- Never waste paint

4. Coloured Paints
- Use sparingly (in scarse amounts)
- Paint EVENLY on wall
- FOLLOW Colour Coding on walls
- Never waste paint

5. Rags/ Cloths
- Each person to bring AT LEAST 1
- Everyone to participate in cleaning up at the end of the day

Procedure of painting

1. Clear ALL obstacles

2. Lie and tape ALL areas of painting with newspaper and tape
- 2 layers MINIMUM

3a. White-Wash (paint background White)
- Tools: Rollers (2 to 3 per group)
Paintbrushes (2 to 3 per group)
- Sizes: Averagely Large
- White Paint (2 buckets)
- Size: bigger than what we had for banner painting last year

3b. (i) Preparation of sketches and proportion (Artist)
- Tools: Measuring equipment (Rulers etc.)
Yellow dustless chalk (or of any light colour)
Pencils

(ii) Actual Sketching (Occuring) (Groups)
- Discussion of what colours to use
- Distribution of work
- Preparation of colouring equipment and paint (ONLY if time permits)

4. Painting
- Paint EVENLY on the walls
- Stick within the borders drawn on the wall
- Artist to redraw worn sketches occasionally

5. Finish
- Touch up and correction of mistakes
- Use cloths and rags to clean the room
- Discuss about next step (always last!)

21 May Trip to HTA for Uniform Problems Cadets

21 May Monday, a bus will arrive at VS at 2pm to bring us to HTA. We should reach school at 5pm. All those with uniform problems must inform Abbas by Thursday and Abbas must report to me on Friday. ONLY THOSE WITH PROBLEMS WITH THEIR UNIFORMS MUST GO DOWN TO HTA ON MONDAY.

Monday, May 14, 2007

Parade 18 May 2007

Please note that there will be a parade this friday (18/5/07) and all of you are required to bring your full NPCC uniform. The schedule will be posted later when its out

Thursday, May 10, 2007

1* Kayaking Course

Date: 19-20 May 2007
Time: 10 am - 5 pm
Venue: People's Association Changi Sea Sports Club
Address: 285 Nicoll Drive Changi Point Singapore 498988
Contact: DID: 65451140 FAX: 65458897
Info: www.water-venture.org.sg


BRING LIST:
1. Wear NPCC Unit T-shirt & school PE shorts for Kayaking
2. Dry set of clothes to change into at the end of the day
3. Towel & toiletries for shower
4. Sandals/shoes for kayaking; dry set of footwear to change into
5. 1.5l water-bottle

Travel Arrangement:
1. Meet at Pasir Ris MRT Station Control at 0830 on 19th and 20th May.
2. If your parents are sending to there, be at Changi Sea Sports Club by 0915.

Crime Prevention Corner Setup on 14 May

National Crime Prevention Council is sending the materials for the setup of CP corner in the school library on Monday 14 May. All Sec 3s are involved unless exams is still on for you or you are among the 4 who is meeting with the CIP organisation with Mr Khoo.

The rest of you are required to meet up outside the NPCC Room on Monday at 2pm. I will call one of you when the materials are delivered. We will begin with the setup at approx 3pm. We will meet for 1 hour till 430pm when the library closes.

We will continue on Tuesday afternoon. These work will count towards PYA Badge.

Jeremy is IC for this Monday.

Road Marshal Duty at Old Police Academy on 9 June 2007

Victoria School is required to send 50 NPCC cadets for this marshal duty. All Sec 1, 2 and 3 cadets are involved. Unless you are overseas, attendance is compulsory. Failure to attend without valid reason will result in disciplinary actions taken against you. 9 June is also the first day of the annual Police Carnival. Sec 3 cadets will be the ICs for the day. It is a day where NCOs to-be will be assessed on their leadership abilities.

Azhri is appointed OIC of this event. He will submit to me the list of cadets who can attend the duty.

Police Day Parade 2007

The Police Day Parade 2007 will be held on 3 June 2007 Sunday at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. NPCC cadets have been invited to be the spectators for the parade. Each unit is to nominate 5 cadets as cadet spectators for the parade. The parade will be a spectacular parade with the police showing their impressive drills and demonstrations by Special Tactics and Rescue Unit and the Police Gurkha Contingent.

Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Time: 1600 hrs to 1830 hrs
Attire: Full Uniform
Transportation: There will be shuttle bus services cater for NPCC cadets from Kallang Mrt Station to Singapore Indoor Stadium from 1330 hrs onwards and after the event, from Singapore Indoor Stadium to Kallang Mrt Station. Upon alighting at Carpark F at the Indoor Stadium, cadets are to make their way to the assembly point . All NPCC spectators are to report at the assembly point -Foyer at the South Entrance at 1400 hrs for attendance taking before proceeding to the Indoor Stadium. Please remind your cadets to look out for ushers from NPCC who will be stationed at the assembly point.

See me at Staff Room if you are interested. If there is no volunteer, I will nominate.

Wednesday, May 09, 2007

Meeting with SCAS

SCAS Service Project Team:

We will be meeting the SCAS staff on Monday 14 May 07 1330 to discuss the details of the Toy Library for your NYAA Silver Service.

Meet me in Foyer at 1300.

Nemesiz Calendar 2007

Thursday, May 03, 2007

NPCC Day

On the 7 May 2007, ALL NPCC CADETS will be required to be "dressed up" in their full No. 3 NPCC Uniform. (It's the same Uniform you wear for NPCC Parades).

Venue: Victoria School
Time: Meet outside NPCC room at 6:25am with full uniform ready. (You do not have to wear it yet) (you are advised to come earlier)
Attire: (Fall in > PT Kit) (During Exams > Full Uniform) (Till When? > End of ALL Exams)

This is a Special List for those Special People who cannot recall their No. 3 Uniform Parts:

1. Beret (blue-colour hat) (Seasoned!!)
2. Spectacle Hooks (For Spectacles)
3. Uniform Top (Badges to follow OLD format) (For those who don't know what i'm talking about, do not adjust your badges!!)
4. Uniform Pants (Unless you want to do exams in your Underwear)
5. Belt (With holes and Belt loop)
6. Black Socks (Black! Make sure its Black!!)
7. Boots (Polished and not disfigured)

Study hard for your exams!