CCA Experience & Trial- Training on 17 January 2014

The second training of the year was indeed different from other activities too as the Secondary 1 students who just joined our school went around viewing exhibits of different CCAs. Of course, our Secondary 1 Squad Takers and the CL Squad have put in effort to make our CCA look as interesting and enjoyable as they can :D 

During Muster Parade, badges and the Staff Sergeant Rank were given out to Cadets and Cadet Leaders. We want to congratulate Cadet Leaders Hui En, Benjamin, Elaine, Zi Gi, Si Ning, Gene, Jian Yang, Jonathon, Brydan, Li Ying and Ker Hian on being promoted to the Rank of S/Sgt!!! :D

The Secondary 1 students came down early and started viewing our exhibit outside the CL Room with various CLs explaining what our CCA is about and what we usually do.

Booth set up by the Sec 1 squadtakers! 

An introduction to tent-pitching by Gene CL, our Chairperson and Sec 1 Squadtaker

Our CLs pitching a tent for the Sec 1s

Gene CL explaining the uses and parts of the tent

Li Ying CL explaining the uses and functions of a Hurricane Lamp

Now for the Secondary 2 Squad :) The Secondary 2 Squad had Tent-Pitching practice beside the canteen with the help and guidance of their Squad Takers.

The Secondary 3 Squad had their second CLTC session and had MOI Theory & Practical, Lesson Planning and leant to take Minutes.

To conclude the training, of course we had PT again :)

For PT, only the Secondary 2 Squad and CL Squad participated as the Secondary 3 Squad was busy with their CLTC. The main activity we did for PT was running around the lake and doing some pumpings. Running sure was tiring for most of our cadets and we hope to improve their stamina!

Brendon CL

Head, Publications

What are you waiting for? JOIN US TODAY!

Hello Sec 1s! :)

Whether you're here because you're interested to join our one big family at CCHMS NPCC, or simply just dropping by because you have received our brochure, we hope to take a minute of your time to bring you through what we have to offer to YOU here!

Ever felt like doing something different from your primary school life?

Ever craved to shoot a real-life revolver?

Ever wanted to experience outdoor cooking?
Ever felt like learning how to use a real life fire extinguisher?

Ever desired to scale high ropes and conquer towering rock-walls?

Ever wished to participate in parades with the smart NPCC uniform donned on?

As promised in the brochure, we guarantee YOU a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience all of the above, and so much more!

To top it off, you are almost guaranteed an A for CCA points as long as you attend CCA regularly, which will enable you to deduct 2 points off your final L1R5 point during O levels. We welcome anyone to join our family here at CCHMS NPCC, so long as you have the passion and are willing to challenge yourself!

So what are YOU still waiting for? Drop by our booth this Fri (17 Jan) or next Fri (24 Jan) to witness ongoing trainings as well as tent exploration. Be involved in our 'Nerf Gun Shooting Game' specially prepared for YOU! And stand a chance to win attractive prizes ;)

For more information, visit http://cchmsnpcc.wordpress.com/ and http://www.npcc.gov.sg! Also, do check us out and turn the blue button green on instagram, @cchmsnpcc!

Lastly, feel free to ask us any questions regarding NPCC experience in cchms! The link is, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1EuOwU2z-tPIBlznblWUtRuTPSwsoTPCCXzWJmUacUrM/viewform ! Your squadtakers will be more than glad to answer your queries :)

We hope to see you there on the 17th and 24th of Jan! :D

Clara CL

Deputy Head, Publications

First Training of the Year - 3rd January 2014

The first activity of the year was indeed different from other activities in the past :)

For the Secondary 2 Squad, they practised their Tent-Pitching at the grass patch beside the Grand Auditorium in school as the ground in front of the CL room was wet and thus not firm enough for them to practice their campcraft :(

As for the Secondary 3 Squad, this was their first CLTC training! Although things didn't really start off well as they were punished for being late, I'm sure they will be more disciplined and work hard for the course in the following months in preparation to be the next batch of CLs :)

Lastly for the CL Squad, it was the first activity in the 2nd-half of our CL-ship and we will definitely put in more effort in preparing for the weekly training and to be more disciplined ourselves to bring the Unit to greater heights in the following months to come! Some CLs spent their time wisely in preparation for their Staff Sergeant test the following day by practicing  their drills and MOI skills.

The training ended with PT session which was also different :) As the Secondary 3 Squad had CLTC, only the Secondary 2 Squad and the CL Squad were present for PT. The PTIs decided to be more creative and thought of an exercise to train the arm muscles of our cadets. Everyone had to tie their water bottles, which were filled to the brim, with a twine to a dowel pole. They had to slowly turn the dowel pole to bring up their bottles and hold it there with their arms held up straight for a few counts before slowly releasing the dowel pole down. The cadets also did the usual pumpings in between doing this new exercise. I hope the cadets enjoyed this new way of exercising for their PT! :)

Brendon CL

Head, Publications

NPCC Sentosa Outreach (02/12/13 & 09/12/13)

We were given a chance to contribute back to society through the Sentosa Outreach Programme on 2nd December for the Sec 1 and 2 squads and 9th December for the CL squad. Our unit collaborated with the Singapore Police Force to raise awareness on Crime Prevention through handing out tissue packets with specially designed packaging to remind people to watch out for their personal belongings. 

Upon gathering at Vivo City, we then took a monorail towards Waterfront Station, where we were briefed on the rules and guidelines, and more importantly, on the objective of the whole programme. We were also reminded to uphold the image of NPCC, and then changed into bright yellow shirts discerning us as Police Youth Ambassadors.We were split into teams and off we went around approaching patrons of Resorts World Sentosa and Universal Studios Singapore. 

FIRST STOP: WATERFRONT STATION

Mr Tan enjoying his Garrett Popcorn while the cadets were 'suffering' :>

Initially, most of us were quite shy at first, approaching patrons in large groups, however, as the day progressed, we found the confidence and courage to approach people individually! Despite the language barrier and constant rejection by members of the public, we kept a smile on our faces and persevered on.

Within no time at all, we proceeded on to our next stop, Beach Station. As it was raining on 2nd Dec, the Sec 1 and 2 cadets enjoyed a longer break time, and were confined to the station alone. However, they exhibited great wit by giving out more than one tissue packet per patron, and managed to finish giving out all the packets of tissue in no time.

SECOND STOP: BEACH STATION, PALAWAN BEACH

2nd December 2013

9th December 2013

The weather was great on 9th Dec, thus the CLs had the opportunity to take a ride on the tram towards Palawan Beach, where we were shown poisonous residents of beaches at Sentosa, and also taught how to keep safe around the beaches. Braving the hot sun, we approached scantily clad beach go-ers to give out the tissue packets, as well as pamphlets detailing beach safety tips. 

Everyone's hardworking and growling stomachs were rewarded with catered lunch prepared by the staff of Sentosa at the end of the day. All in all, everyone had enjoyed themselves and were better equipped with skills such as public speaking, confidence, the value of perseverance, as well as the courage to step out of one's comfort zone! All the effort put into had paid off as the experience was definitely worth it!

Clara CL

Deputy Head, Publications