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LEAD WITH HONOUR
SERVE WITH PRIDE
SJI NPCC
ORA ET LABORA
Adventure and Survival Training Camps
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1. Foreword from OC of Unit (Page 3) 2. SJI NPCC ARTICLE 2010 (Page 4) 3. NPCC Article (Page 5-6) 4. STC Article (Page 7-8) 5. AP Article (Page 9-10) 6. Sec 4 POP (Page 11-12) 7. Donovan's Speech Batch 37 POP (Page 13-14) 8. SJI Frisbee Competition (Page 15-16) 9. Josephian Annual Report (Page 17-21)
Muster Parade
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Foreword from OC of Unit
Foreword
With a blink of an eye, 2010 is almost past us and yet as we at SJI NPCC look back at the year that has been, it has been a year full of challenges and accomplishments. A quick look through the articles in this newsletter will give the reader an idea of what has transpired this year and it certainly makes for impressive reading and we have captured some of the important highlights in the articles of this newsletter.
In a year of change, we have welcomed 4 new teacher officers, Ms Linda Goon, Mr Ng Yew Hong, Mr Winston Chew and myself along with a new Cadet Inspector, CI Sim Guo Chen. After a hectic year, the Cadet Leaders from Batch 37 have stood down alongside CI Darrell Leong and HO Muhammad Omar and with Batch 38 stepping up. As SJI NPCC progresses into the future with our unit re-organisation, review of processes and the regular turnover of officers and cadets, one thing remains indelible, and that, is the spirit of SJI NPCC. For someone who epitomizes the spirit of this unit, we should look no further than our resident Mr NPCC, SCI Donovan Ng who continues to serve the unit in spite of his National Service obligations. To inspire all cadets, we have taken the liberty of reprinting his speech at the Batch 37 Passing Out Ceremony.
As we look back on what we have achieved this year in our final article, I urge all cadets from SJI NPCC to reflect on how far we have come, but at the same time, not to rest on the laurels of our effort and achievement but to look forward and to think about the legacy they wish to leave for the batches to come in 2011.
Ora et Labora!
Daryl Tan OC Unit SJI NPCC
High Ropes Course
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SJI NPCC ARTICLE 2010
A new beginning
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step and that step was taken by the
Secondary Ones of Batch 40, SJI NPCC, when they attended their first ever NPCC training
on 5 February 2010. All of the Cadet Leaders had been looking forward to this day and
planned some ice-breakers to kickoff the orientation.
The Secondary Ones were clearly enthusiastic about their first training session and were
brimming with questions about the NPCC such as when they could receive their uniforms
and when they could get promoted. As their deputy squad commander, I was amazed by
their enthusiasm. My team of Cadet Leaders rose to the occasion and answered all queries
to the best of their abilities.
One of the biggest challenges for the orientation was to get the newcomers to mingle with
the existing squads. To ease this initial barrier, we played games such as Helium sticks that
test their sense of coordination and teamwork. We had a lot of fun working together.
At the end of the session, all of us were exhausted. As we sat to reflect on the session, the
Secondary Ones have made new friends in the squad. Though my throat was strained, I
knew the effort was not wasted when I saw that they were all smiles when they left. This first
step marks their induction into the corps and the future looks bright for Batch 40 and SJI
NPCC.
As part of their training, the Secondary Ones learnt the skills of campcraft
An induction rally for the Secondary Ones
Author: SSGT (NPCC) Loh Zhang Wen, St Joseph’s Institution
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NPCC Article
Author: Chan Hui Yang
The future
The day was a beautiful one. It was our unit‟s orientation of the new secondary ones to
NPCC. On 5 February 10, Saint Joseph‟s Institution welcomed batch 40th with gracious
hands. Many of them were new to the prospect of spending the next four years with us, and
were wary towards our advances. As time passes, we began to develop friendship and trust
among each other. The day began with a series of introductions and icebreakers as cadet
leaders introduced themselves to the new cadets. The cadet leaders requested everyone to
introduce each other‟s names and their hobbies. They were split into 2 groups and each
cadet had to learn the name of everyone who introduced himself before the cadet. Anyone
who could not do so would have to perform a forfeit. In the end, even the cadet leaders
themselves were not spared when they failed to remember their cadet‟s names!
It was hilarious as the cadet leaders did forfeits such as the chicken dance in front of the
new cadets. Everyone had a great time, including the cadet leaders. By the time the
icebreakers were done, it was almost 4:45 in the afternoon and cadet leaders decided to
play Dog and Bone. Being a traditional NPCC game, our school has played it every year
when the new secondary ones came to join us. Cadets watched in amusement as the
seniors demonstrated how to play the game. Basically, the cadets will be split into 2 equal
teams. Each team will be equal distance away from the “bone” at the centre, which can be in
the form of any objects such as empty bottles. They will be numbered accordingly and the
seniors will call out any numbers. The cadets whose number corresponds to the number
called will run up and try and get the bone and run back to his team. However, if any cadet
touches the opposing cadet who is holding the bone, he gets the point. Our cadets had a
great time playing dog and bone and we could see the smiles and laughs on their faces as
they played.
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After that, we had a little time for another game. Our cadet leaders chose the game Space
Invaders as it was a fast paced game. Cadets are split into 2 teams, the attacking and
defending team. The defending team would form four lines of defense and had to block
cadets from the attacking team from reaching the end of the four lines. At any one point in
time if a member of the attacking team gets touched, he has to return to the starting point.
Members of the defending team could only stay on their own line. The attacking team wins
by getting all their members across while the defending team wins the attacking team does
not get all their members across. Cadets had a great time playing a game and their laughter
was so infectious that some cadet leaders even joined in the fun. The day concluded with a
debrief and we were all happy at the way our first training with them has turned out. We have
forged new friendships and camaraderie with the secondary one which will last with us for a
long time. I believe that the future shines bright for us with these young and enthusiastic
cadets in our stable.
Photos taken by Goe Meng Hui and Chan Hui Yang
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STC STC
This year, the Survival Training Camp (STC) for Area 15 was held from 23 July to 25 July. We all knew that STC would be different from the Adventure Training Camp (ATC) that we attended last year. We had to be prepared with many skills beforehand or else we would not have survived the three days two nights. On 23 July, we left for Changi Jetty immediately after school ended. Although it was a bit of a rush, we still managed to reach the jetty on time. After waiting for quite some time, we boarded the bumboat and headed off towards Pulau Ubin. Upon reaching Pulau Ubin, we began our half an hour walk to Camp Resilience, where our STC was going to be held.
Along the way, we kept our spirits up by telling jokes and singing songs. Before we knew it,
the walk was over and we arrived at Camp Resilience. To us, this walk seemed a lot shorter
than last year, when we attended ATC. The camp started with the officers doing a self-
introduction and telling us to pitch our tents. After we finished pitching the tents, we were
subsequently divided into our various groups. Then, lunchtime arrived. We had to carry the
food rations from the canteen to the shelter found opposite the canteen. We had to carry
over the cooking skills we learnt during ATC to then.
After lunch, we participated in the activities organised by the Cadet Inspectors (CI). First up
was group bonding followed by some games to allow us to know one another better. Then,
we had to think of a play for the skit that we were supposed to act during the campfire on the
second day. Soon, it was time for dinner. Again, it was the same procedure as lunchtime.
After dinner finished, we proceeded to the canteen for a song session before it was lights
out.
Enjoying their lunch at STC
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On the second day, it started off with a morning PT (physical training) before we had
breakfast. When breakfast ended, we went off for a hike around Pulau Ubin after decoding
the map given to us. Soon, it was time for lunch. After lunch, we had to proceed to the
intermediate ropes challenge (IRC). Some cadets had to build a shelter while others went on
the IRC. When they had finished, we swapped. Then, it was already midday and we went for
our final activity-- the jetty jump. I‟m sure that many cadets enjoyed the jetty jump apart from
those who were scared of heights.
When night came, we did our final practice for our skit and soon, the campfire began. When
the camp was settled down, the fire was lit. We sang a few songs, did a few cheers before
moving on to the individual skits. After the entire campfire, it was time for a mass debrief
before lights out.
Finally, the last day of STC arrived. Again, we began the day with morning PT before having
breakfast. Then, we had to unpitch all the tents and clean the sheets before they were
suitable to be stored. When all the tent sheets were cleaned, it was time for us to bid farewell
to our newfound friends from other schools and return to our individual schools. Then, we
had to walk back to the jetty for our ride back to the mainland. We spent a really meaningful
three days two nights at Camp Resilience!
ATC and STC
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AP Article
SJI Anniversary Parade: Reflections of Outgoing Secondary 4 Cadet Leaders
On 9 July 2010, Saint Joseph's Institution (SJI) concluded its 158th anniversary parade. This
parade is meant to commemorate the achievements of the various uniformed groups in SJI
and the handing over by the outgoing Secondary 4 cadet leaders and the taking over by the
incoming generation of cadet leaders. The parade was commanded by SJI NPCC‟s SI Tan
Ci Kang and involved all the different uniformed groups in SJI. The first part of the parade
saw the presentation of the various UG awards to the school and the recognition of the best
cadets of each squad.
For us, the last part of the parade after the march past was particularly poignant. As the
strains of the Last Post echoed across the SJI campus, our outgoing Station Inspector (SI)
(Unit) Tan Ci Kang handed over the reins of the unit to the incoming SI (Unit), Sai Surya
Yarlagada. With that, the outgoing cadet leaders marched off the parade square, marking
the end of our four-year journey as cadets of the National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC). As
we watched the handing over and March off, we began to realize how much the NPCC had
been part our lives over the last four years. These are some of our thoughts of our time in
the NPCC:
“I feel a sense of achievement, having been part of SJI NPCC. I can safely say that NPCC
has imbued in me many important values in life, such as discipline. The skills I learnt during
my time in NPCC will help me in future, as a National Service man and in my career. The
endless hours of tiring drills helped build up a high level of discipline among us, and will help
us when we go for national service. Discipline has also helped me in my own life. I can now
discipline myself enough to know when to play computer games and when to study. In the
past, I only thought about fun and neglected much of my studies in favor of computer games.
I have now learnt to strike a balance in my academic work and my leisure, disciplining myself
to know when to stop. In this aspect, I have much to thank NPCC for.”
SGT Chan Hui Yang, Deputy Head, Promotions, Examinations and Tests
“The NPCC has helped me in developing a greater understanding about crime and our
individual responsibility in helping prevent crimes. Through listening to lectures and reading
the booklets, I learnt several ways to prevent crime in the neighborhood. We have overcome
many trials and tribulations and NPCC has also helped me make many new friends and
foster unity and bonds of friendship among batch 37 members. We have endured and
suffered much during our time in NPCC. The memories of NPCC and of my fellow cadets will
forever remain in my heart as I begin the next chapter of my life. Thank You NPCC for all
that you have given me. In my heart, I will always be a member of NPCC, always.”
-SSGT (NPCC) Loh Zhang Wen, Secondary One Squad Commander
“As the anniversary parade started to approach, I started to realise how attached I am to the
NPCC. I start to realise how close I had been with my fellow cadets in NPCC and Cadet
Inspectors (CIs). With a few weeks left, I am going to treasure these moments and hope to
pass on valuable lessons to the Sec 1.”
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-SSGT (NPCC) Tan Hao Han, Deputy Head of Training Department
“NPCC is a really enriching CCA that helped me develop my leadership capabilities and to
do my part to serve the unit. As a Station Inspector, I have learnt that being a leader is to
serve. It is an extremely fulfilling job as I have to oversee all aspects of the running of the SJI
NPCC unit. As a result of this job, I learnt to realise my leadership potential and a chance to
work well with my fellow cadets. As time passes by, I feel that NPCC is really an important
part of my life as I have spent so much time and effort in NPCC that it has become a part of
my life.
Thank you, NPCC, for being such a meaningful and important part of my life. Even though
it‟s the end of my journey in NPCC, these will be the memories that I will always hold close
to me. „To lead is to serve‟ will be a motto that I will abide by as I move on in the next phase
of my life.”
-Station Inspector (NPCC) Tan CI Kang, Station Inspector (Unit)
Through the course of our four years in NPCC, we have learnt to work together as a team.
Despite the pain and tears, we have so much more fond memories to remember by. We will
continue to hold on to the values of NPCC and contribute to our nation in the future.
Reported by:
SGT (NPCC) Chan Hui Yang
St Joseph‟s Institution
The GOH contingent at the SJI AP with Tan Ci Kang, the SI of the unit, being the parade commander
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Sec 4 POP
SJI NPCC POP Ceremony (Batch 37)
30 July 2010
Finally, it was time for our dear Secondary 4s to „‟pass out‟‟ and concentrate on their studies.
They have put in a lot of effort in improving our unit and cared for us meticulously. For all
they have put in, the juniors would like to express our appreciation and gratitude for them.
Together, we organized a passing out parade ceremony for the Sec 4s, held in SJI‟s Lecture
Theatre 1.
First of all, we got to hear the
inspiring speeches from every single
“VIP”. Some came prepared with a
lengthy speech while others made
one on the spot. CI Daryl, CI
Donovan, SI Ci Kang and DYSI
Timothy expressed their hopes for
the unit. The new Secondary 3 SI Sai
Surya and DYSI Kishorwaran also
made an inspiring speech which
would spur us on to do more for SJI
NPCC.
Next up was the skit by the Sec 2 squad. They depict the lives of our dear seniors as Cadet
Leaders but with their roles switched.
One of the main highlight was Toby
acting out Richard Sng as the SI. There
were moments of laughter and humour
among us as the Sec2s cooked up funny
scenes. It was very original and indeed it
amused the Sec4s and all of us.
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The skit by the Sec 3s was about the transition of typical cadets at Sec 1 to aspiring leaders
in Sec 3. The tinge of humour added within the short scenes made the skit interesting and
amusing, yet meaningful.
As our Secondary 4s move on to the next stage in life, we would like to wish them success
and good luck. They would continue to lead, excel and overcome not only in academics, but
all aspects of life. May they come to remember the fond memories spent in SJI NPCC and
treasure these wonderful times they had with each other. NPCC brought us together and we
shall uphold the name of NPCC.
Outgoing cadets from Batch 37
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Donovan's Speech Batch 37 POP
Donovan’s Speech
The end of one journey marks the start of another. I wonder how many of us, when we leave
this lecture theatre, will look back in the past and wish for more time to enjoy the moments
together again. But I can be certain that in less than one year from now, at least 3-quarter of
Batch 37 will miss the unit. Batch 37 is a squad that I have watched grown since Sec 1.
They are quite a batch I must say! The batch that never listens and always creating trouble.
The first batch that makes me lose my sanity. And also the first batch that brought me to the
brink of tears. However, despite all the disappointments they ever gave me, I still doted on
them like my younger brothers. This is probably the part where many will not understand
why.
To be honest, having them around these 4 years made my life very meaningful. There‟s a
saying “the meaning of life is to lead a life of meaning”. And this was something I‟m very
grateful for. They may be a pain in the neck most of the time but at the end of the day, they
are the ones that gave me
so much to remember. At
the end of the day, what we
remember are always the
nicest things that ever
happened, even if we do
remember getting scolded,
we will not be able to
remember why we got
scolded.
I remember giving Batch 37
an assignment. It was their
first assignment. I told them
to take out a piece of
foolscap paper and write
down all the names of those in their Batch and arrange them in alphabetical order. Then I
told them to write all the good points of that individual and submit to me the following
training. When all handed in their assignment, I compiled all the good points for each
individual into a slip of paper and gave to that individual. In other words, each one has a
piece of paper with all the good points others think they have in it. What was the rationale
behind this? Probably at that time, they won‟t be able to figure out why Don Sir asks them to
do such ridiculous things. But if I ask any of them now, I‟m sure they will be able to answer.
Many a time when we meet new faces we rush. We don‟t stop to observe what good points
that person has that deserves to be appreciated. That‟s why I had this activity. I wanted them
to start bonding.
Today, this bond is going to be tested. After we leave tonight, when we walk our separate
ways, we will not know when we will meet again. This bond that is forged over the past 4
years will be the key to bringing us back together again. If you ask me whether I will return
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as a HO 2 years later, I will not be able to give you a sure answer. What will happen 2 years
from now is a mystery; I may have a change in mindset or a change for a different life.
Sec 1s, we did not get much opportunities to spend time together, but I‟m glad that the 2-day
Malacca trip gave me sufficient chances to at least know your name and a little bit about
your lifestyle. I wish you guys all the best in your next 3 years, remember, and don‟t give up
no matter how tough NPCC trainings are.
Sec 2s, like every Sec 2 batches, never fail to give us headaches. But I‟m glad that these
headaches are ending very soon. When you guys step up as leaders next year, be proud of
yourself and influence your juniors positively. Remember, the most important thing is not
how you choose to live your life but rather how others choose to live theirs because of you.
Whatever you decide to do in life, you won‟t be the only one affected. The people around get
affected too.
Sec 3s, just when I‟m beginning to like your batch even more, I don‟t have the luxury of time
to work with you any longer. But nevertheless, I believe that with your dreams and ambitions,
this unit will become one that every other batches before will be proud of. But more
importantly, remember the reason why Cadet Leaders exist. If you do not know why, keep
pondering about it. When you figure it out, it will be a very strong asset to you this one year.
CIs, it was very nice working with you. Guo Chen, it is indeed our pleasure to have you
around to teach outdoor skills and settling most of the unit admin. I‟m sure with you around
for the next one year, you will strengthen the unit with all the skills you have especially
improving the English standard of the cadets. Darrell, my deepest apologies for not being
around throughout ATC because of my high fever. I‟m aware that the ATC planning stage
has cost you your midyear grades. But nevertheless, based on the feedbacks I‟ve seen, the
ATC was indeed quite memorable. It was very nice working with you these 2 years. Thanks
for everything and all the best for your A‟ Levels.
Last but not least, the sirs and ma‟ams. Thank you so much for all the patience and
guidance you have given me. Mr Sim and Mr Tang, thanks for the guidance since my cadet
years. Mr Tan thanks for being such a supportive OC and patient with the unit happenings.
Ms Goon, thanks for the care and concern you showed me when I was down with high fever
during ATC. Omar Sir, thanks for being an inspiration!
And Mr Ghazali, this is the same student who you‟ve taught 7 years ago. As you can see I‟m
no longer that quiet and reserved little boy that always has difficulty during oral. I
remembered you talking about the “Sense of Achievement” when you tried to convince me to
join NPCC Annual Parade in Sec 2. I‟ve finally understood what it means. This feeling I have
now is the “Sense of Achievement”! Thank you, sir!
In conclusion, I want to tell this to Batch 37: I have never love a batch so much as you guys.
I wish you guys the best of success in all future endeavours and become men that everyone
can be proud of. Remember: Be the best you can!
Happy Graduation!
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Saint Joseph Institution (SJI) Frisbee Competition
SJI NPCC Ultimate Frisbee Competition 2010
On 30 October 2010, SJI NPCC organised its first competition ever since probably a long
time ago. The cadet leaders of SJI NPCC came energised and were ready to host their first
ever competition. As new leaders, we have just taken up leadership and barely settled into
our new responsibilities and positions. Thus, this competition would have been a milestone
in our journey as a leader in
NPCC.
In total, 8 teams participated in SJI
NPCC Ultimate Frisbee
Competition. They came from Hwa
Chong Institution, Yishun Town
Secondary, Maris Stella High, Nan
Hua High and New Town
Secondary and lastly Victoria
School. The teams began to
strategise and organised their
teams. It was long after that they
would face their opponents in an
all-out clash.
As the teams anxiously await
their matches, the head referee
blew the starting whistle which
signalled the start of the
competition. As the organising
unit, we had to bear the heat of
the blazing sun and host the
matches. The referees
especially, were expected to
concentrate on the game and
deal out fair decisions at every
match.
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While we work arduously to ensure that the competition goes on smoothly, the participating
teams went all out to defeat their opponents. Although the Hwa Chong teams were
dominating, the other teams did not lose hope and faith. Instead, they stood against those
teams and displayed true team spirit. One of NPCC‟s objectives is to develop cadets
capable of leadership so that they would be able to serve the community and country. As
such, we have witnessed great leadership in these NPCC cadets through this competition.
Nevertheless, regardless of the outcome, we would strive to lead, excel and overcome all
odds. The highlight of the competition is definitely not winning but gaining the experience
and facing the challenges bravely.
The two Hwa Chong Teams claimed both champions and runner-ups while Yishun Town
Secondary came in 2nd runner-ups in this year‟s competition. However, this competition is
not centred on winning but most importantly, the learning experience. Even as an organising
unit, the cadet leaders from SJI NPCC benefited from the experience. It is definitely a rare
opportunity to organise a competition. Also, as cadet leaders, we learned how to work well
and communicate better as we faced the uphill tasks in ensuring that the competition is
smooth-sailing. Finally, as the Frisbee competition came to a close, we realised that the
competition was worthwhile and the experience was memorable. From here, we set an
example for our developing juniors who would take up leadership next year and hoped that
they would learn well from us.
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Josephian Annual Report
National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC)
In the year 2010, SJI NPCC was
awarded the Silver Award in the
annual Unit Overall Proficiency
Award Competition. This award
recognizes the unit‟s outstanding
achievements and efforts in the year
2009. In addition, Station Inspector
(SI) Unit, SI Tan Ci Kang was
awarded the SPF-NPCC Badge, the
pinnacle badge for NPCC cadets and
SSGT Teh Kiok Yew finished national
6th in the 0.22 revolver shooting
competition. SI Tan Ci Kang was also
the parade commander for SJI‟s 158th
Anniversary Parade.
Everyone‟s commitment was
important in determining our success.
However, the greater achievement
lies in being able to instil discipline in
the cadet and bring out their
leadership qualities through activities
like drill and camp craft.
Key Roles
The unit welcomed to arrival of four
new officers, Mr Daryl Tan, Mr Ng
Yew Hong, Ms Linda Goon and Mr
Winston Chew. The unit also
welcomes Cadet Inspector (CI) Sim
Guo Chen from Hwa Chong
Institution, who will help spearhead
our unit to greater heights.
This year saw the passing out of CI
Donovan Ng, CI Darrell Leong and
honorary officer, Insp Muhammad
Omar Sharif, former Josephians who
have come back to serve as officers. They served as role models for the cadets and played
an important role in mentoring the cadet leaders and helping out with unit activities. Their
contributions to the unit have been immense and they will be sorely missed.
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Highlights
Many events have concluded in this year
but it is just the beginning. We cherish the
moments spent together in camps and
training and we hope for more.
Unit Re-organisation
The unit saw a re-organisation in order to
facilitate more leadership opportunities for
the cadets as well to encourage greater
accountability through the updating and
the clear definition of job scopes.
Welcoming of the Secondary
One Cadets
The year 2010 saw the intake of 25 new
Secondary One cadets. To foster the
bonding between the cadets, the
Secondary One cadets went for an
overseas trip to Malacca. They were also
accompanied by the Secondary Three
cadets and CI Donovan. The trip was a
fruitful one and helped strengthen and
build the friendship among them and the
seniors.
Ice breaking games for the Sec 1s
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Unit Training Camp
From 10 to 12 March 2010, the annual Unit Training camp was led for the Secondary Two
and Three cadets. The Secondary Ones joined in for a fun camp so as to introduce them to
the activities of NPCC. The purpose of the camp was to build the sense of belonging in
cadets and to develop skills in them.
The Secondary Three cadets were trained intensively so as to prepare them for the
leadership roles that they were going to assume. They were given opportunities to apply
what they have learnt by teaching the juniors various skills such as drills and camp craft. The
camp was both physically and mentally demanding and cadets were taken out of their
comfort zones so that they would realise their full potential and become capable leaders.
SI Ci Kang AP 2010 Parade Commander
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Adventure/Survival Training Camp
Our Secondary Two and Three cadets participated in the annual Adventure/Survival Training
Camp organised by NPCC HQ. Every year, SJI NPCC joins the Area 15 units in the grueling
three-day-two-night camp. The camp was held from 23 to 25 July at the NPCC‟s Pulau Ubin
Camp Resilience. The camp provided opportunities for our cadets to interact with cadets
from Hwa Chong Institution and Raffles Girls‟ Secondary School and other schools. Over the
camp, the cadets managed to forge friendships and learn from each other as they
participated in the activities.
Cadets were also exposed to nature in the process. They had to pitch their own tents and
challenge themselves to take part in a myriad of activities which included immediate ropes
challenge, jetty jump and kayaking. Throughout the camp, cadets had to rely on the ration
packs issued to them to replenish their energy. Ration packs may sound a bit unfulfilling but
the cadets enjoyed their meals.
Sec 2 and 3s at Camp Resilience
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External Courses
As part of their journey in NPCC, the cadets have to attend various external courses that
NPCC had to offer. The Secondary Twos were involved in activities such as road
marshalling at Road Safety Park, and courses such as Civil Defence and the Singapore Anti-
Narcotics Association course. They were also given the chance to participate in the .22
revolver Practice Shoot. Before they can start firing, they had to go through training
sessions, teaching them the correct shooting technique. On the other hand, the Secondary
Threes had a two-day course at Home Team Academy on Police Knowledge and Homefront
Security. They also went for the Leadership Mentoring Course to be equipped with
leadership skills before they take over the unit. Another significant activity was the
compulsory classification shoot, a continuation of the practice shoot in Secondary Two. In
this shoot, they were ranked according to their scores and outstanding shoots were awarded
with the marksmanship badge.
Competitions
SJI NPCC performed credibly in the National Competitions, with both campcraft teams
finishing in the top one-third of the competition and with the revolver teams finishing in the
top thirty.