SJI NPCC

NEWSLETTER 2013
CONTENTS:
1.Foreword by OC Unit
2.2013 Year-End Review
3.Photo Montage of Annual
Parade 2013
4.Project Scubillion
5.Cadet Leader Drill Course
6.ATC & STC
The
publication of our annual newsletter marks the end of another training year. Indeed, it
has been an extremely exciting year for the unit whereby we have once again attained
the UOPA Gold award and have performed credibly in the various NPCC competitions.
The year has also seen the passing out of an extremely capable and dedicated set of
Cadet Leaders from the 40th Batch. Ably led by Ethan Lim, Kenneth Ng and Tay Kiat
Hong, this batch has done well to get the best out of the cadets placed under their
charge and in doing so, they have led the unit to greater heights. Thank you Batch 40!
The end of the year is an exciting time as we look forward to the year ahead. The end
of 2013 is a time of transition and change as the school moves to the Bishan Campus,
we vacate the familiar connes of Malcolm Road. For the CLs of the 41st Batch, it is also
an exciting time as they settle into their leadership roles and have come to the
awareness that leadership can be a difcult and sometimes lonely experience.
Nevertheless, with change comes opportunity for learning and growth and we must
consistently embrace these opportunities.
On a personal note, this will also be the last
foreword that I will be writing for our annual
newsletter. I will be stepping down as OC Unit
with effect from 31 Dec 2013. My secondment to
SJI from the Ministry of Education has ended and
I will be returning to the MOE system at Anglican
High School.
My four years as OC Unit have been among the
most fullling in my time as a teacher and it has
been my pleasure and my honour to have been
along for this part of the journey. It has been a
humbling experience to have worked with so
many capable ofcers, CIs, CLs and cadets over
the years and I'll try to thank everyone in as
concise a manner as possible.
CLs - Each and every batch is special and there
have always been very capable cadet leaders
from each batch. From Ci Kang, Tim Eng, Javier,
Meng Hui, Shaik Imran and Thanaraj who started
the ball rolling through their sheer determination
to change and improve things; to Surya, Kishor, Karthik and Jianzhi who led and
FOREWORD
By OC Unit, Mr Daryl Tan
inspired all those around them; to Kevin, Haswan, Nelson and Ryan Lai who kept the
ship steady in a time of uncertainly; to Ethan, Kenneth, Kiat Hong, Faris, Dean, Norman,
Dhameem and Lucas who
led the unit through a highly successful time. Thank you for encapsulating what it
means to be a SJI NPCC Cadet.
Cadets - Every batch has inspirational cadets who does something very special for the
unit through their actions. Zhang Wen, Marcus Kwek, Benjamin Sim and Faiz were the
sparks who inspired B40. Nicholas Tang and Isaac Tay who started off as unwilling
cadets, ended up as CLs of distinction. To the quiet team players such as Julian, Jia
Sheng and Earnest, thank you for the work you do behind the scenes.
CIs - All of the CIs who have served the unit during my time as OC have been
inspirations and good role models to their juniors. Thanks goes out to Donovan,
Darrell, Guo Chen, Ci Kang, Javier, Jianzhi, Ian, Ryan, Haswan and the latest addition to
the family, Micheal. To Javier and Guo Chen in particular, thank you for going above
and beyond the call of duty to serve the unit and displaying a sense of pride and
commitment in all that you do.
Ofcers - Thanks goes out to all the ofcers from SJI NPCC. In particular, I'd like to
thank Mr Winston Chew for all that he has done for the unit and being a pillar of
strength throughout the difcult days of 2011 and 2012.
CLs of 41st Batch and future leaders from 42nd and 43rd Batches - I challenge you to
better the achievements I have listed above and make SJI NPCC an even better unit.
Finally, I'd like to wish the unit all the very best in its future endeavours and may the
unit go from strength to strength.
For the last time, Ora Et Labora.
Daryl Tan
Nov 13
The SJI NPCC has soared to a whole new level with all the eminent achievements and
paramount successes. With unied efforts and a never-say-die mindset, we have
endured through tumultuous times with the end goal in mind. This has given us the
edge, to reach our targets and make our mark in history. Apart from the regular
activities, many opportunities such as competitions and games are organised for
cadets to bond together. Though young with only 42 years of experience at hand, it is
denite that the SJI NPCC will continue its ne job to nurture cadets with values and
skills to overcome the upcoming challenges of life.
Cadet Inspectors
In order for the unit to run effectively and smoothly, Cadet Inspectors (CIs) devoted
their precious time to come down during training to ensure that the training is held
well. Without this group of dedicated Cadet Inspectors, the unit would not have got
this far. This group of committed Cadet Inspectors consist of CI Ian Tjahjono and
joining this group, are CI Haswan Ade Iskandar and CI Ryan Lai Chi Ming.
Sadly, CI Javier Ler and CI Wong Jian Zhi will be leaving us this year. They have really
contributed so much to this unit and we cannot thank them enough. We wish them all
the best in their future ventures and undertakings.
Achievements
Since the establishment of SJI NPCC in 1971, it has advanced and improved
signicantly throughout the many years under different batches, reaching greater
heights. In 2013, SJI NPCC has yet again achieved the prestigious Gold Award for the
Unit Overall Prociency Award (UOPA). This was due to the hard work of the cadets and
once again proves the high capabilities of the SJI NPCC unit. Apart from that, SJI NPCC
has also achieved a commendable 16th place for the NPCC Annual Shooting
Competition out of the many schools in Singapore. Moreover, the highly admired and
respected SPF NPCC award was attained by six of our cadets who displayed great
leadership qualities and outstanding achievements. This number of awardees from the
SJI NPCC is increasing and is the highest to date.
Unit Training Camp (UTC)
2013 YEAR-END
REVIEW
By Head of Publicity, Prasanth Kumaar
One of the "highlights" of the year for the cadets is the annual SJI NPCC UTC. This
camp was organised to strengthen the bonds between the cadets of different squads.
The secondary two and three cadets were given batons and ries to safeguard,
instilling a sense of responsibility within the cadets. The cadets participated and
various activities such as Amazing Races and games. Moreover, the cadets physical
tness was trained. At the end of the camp, the cadets were treated to a Pizza Hut
dinner. To add on, awards were given out to the best group and cadet.
Change of Command
This year, 2013, marks the change of command from the secondary four cadets to the
secondary 3 cadets. The Station Inspector (SI) leadership role was passed down by
Ethan Lim Kae Jay to his successor, Ngoh Ye Han Mark. The secondary three cadets are
condent in taking over the unit and believe that they will bring SJI NPCC more
successes in the future. Despite the arduous challenges in store for them, the newly
appointed secondary three cadets are determined to be at the top of their game and
do their utmost for SJI NPCC.
A Better Tomorrow
As we move to Bishan, SJI NPCC will continue to take pride in the unit with the
unyielding faith and dedication of our cadets, along with generous help from our CIs,
teachers and other individuals. SJI NPCC will also continue along this path to continue
to develop our young cadets into being responsible and respectable leaders,
nurturing them to become men of integrity and men for others.
PHOTO JOURNAL
By the Publicity Team
This year our NPCC unit has initiated Project Scubillion. This is
a CIP (Community-Involvement Programme) for NPCC cadets.
It is a new project that has been started this year. We have
partnered with MYMCA to clean the houses of the elderly
residing at Pipit Road. This event is a good opportunity for
NPCC cadets to learn how to appreciate what we have.
First, the NPCC cadets were briefed about our tasks and how
to perform them. Moreover, we learnt the skills of handling
tricky elderly and of engaging conversations with them. Next,
we were down for our cleaning. My group was assigned to
Mdm Aachis house. We set out in high spirits to her house
and we were welcomed graciously. As we cleaned the house,
we talked with her. To our surprise she even offered us snacks.
We were given murukku, a traditional indian snack. Overall, I would describe say
that it was an amazing experience to serve the elderly as we managed to
connect with them.
As Josephians and NPCC cadets, we felt that we had to serve the last, the lost
and the least. The cadets got to know much more about the elderly they were
helping. Cadets learnt valuable lessons through this event and have described it
as a meaningful experience. Our unit hopes to work with MYMCA further to give
cadets the opportunity to participate in more CIP events.
PROJECT
SCUBILLION 2013
By Deputy Station Inspector, SK Haridharan
Bryan Heng and I had recently attended the 2013 Cadet Leader Drill Course
(CLDC) held annually. It was an opportunity given to us by our Head OC Unit, Mr
Daryl Tan, and we readily and willingly accepted it.
CLDC is a training course for cadets to take up leadership positions and
hopefully become a better cadet and leader in the future. They also encourage
us to teach our future juniors the proper drills carried out in HTA and relay it to
all the schools in Singapore. This will eventually help balance out the different
types of drills taught in various schools.
Our rst day was considered very relaxing as we spent half the time introducing
ourselves and conversing with the Field Instructors (FIs). Our schedule was foot-
drills on the rst day, followed by baton and rie drills on the second day, then
ag drills on the last day. We watched a series of videos displaying the variety of
foot drills. It was not very exciting as we were already very familiar with the drills.
The 2
nd
day was much more fast-paced as we were more familiar with one
another. Hence, training was carried out much quicker and earlier. Bryan and I
helped to carry the batons down with one of the FIs. Since we were mostly
familiar with the baton drills, it most mostly corrections of minor aws and
improving our dressings during our march.
It was more toned down during the 3
rd
day as we did basic ag drills with light
bamboo poles. It was very interesting and exciting as Bryan and I had not learnt
ag drills before. Due to time constraints, we could not advance into the
intermediate drills. Thus, we packed up and headed for lunch.
This CLDC has been a very fruitful and enriching one. It has taught me much
especially the large difference between our schools drills and HTAs. We exited
HTA as Cadet Drill Instructors and have been tasked to carry out our jobs
dutifully and responsibly. Although only 2 of us managed to go for the CLDC, it
is more than enough to spread the passion and discipline of National Police
Cadet Corps (NPCC) to all of the schools and around Singapore and ensure the
safety of our nation. I hope all of us will be able to participate in CLDCs in the
coming future.
CADET LEADER
DRILL COURSE
By Andrew Chew
When everyone rst gathered together at the ATC camp, all of us felt very
awkward and were very rene as we met new faces, new people that we did not
know. Then, we were made to pitch our tents. However, our school was made to
carry the foodstuff from the storeroom to the camp site instead of pitching the
tents. It was very tiring and tedious to push the cart of food uphill and
challenging to push the cart downhill. Nevertheless, we worked together to
complete these obstacles together. Then, we were split into groups of cadets all
from different schools. We had to communicate, work together in all the
activities. We had to cook our own food together, discuss the food rationing for
the three days and complete a skit together on the second last day. We started
getting to know more about each other by playing some sociable games like
whacko etc. On the second last day of the camp, everyone was gathered
around a campre and we sang cheers and cracked jokes. I managed to get to
know each other better and on the last day, some of us were talking among
each other like good friends.
I personally feel that the ATC camp is a very important and meaningful camp. It
is a camp that one should not miss as missing it will result in a great
disadvantage to you, compared to the other squad mates who went. It taught us
how to ration our food well, communicate among each other and most
importantly, work together as a group well. I really had an enjoyable and great
experience.
ADVENTURE
TRAINING CAMP
By Bryan Heng
I was
not looking forward to the Survival Training Camp (STC). Due to haze, our camp was
postponed from the June holidays to the 19
th
of July, 3 days after our Change of
Command from the seniors, also falling conveniently at the beginning of a hectic
school term.
Preparation for STC was rushed in general with three days to pack and almost nil time
for emotional preparation. The secondary 2 and 3 squads gathered in the school
canteen after International Friendship Day celebrations and made our way to Changi
Jetty. Upon arrival at Pulau Ubin, we made the trek to Camp Resilience where we met
with the other schools squads and were split into our groups. After several briengs,
STC had began.
Despite the poor timing, I had really enjoyed the camp. Activities such as eld
cooking, jetty jumping and the ropes course had allowed our group to bond as a
whole. Be it working with cadets from other schools or during arduous activities, we
were taught how to face our fears and survive, even in the toughest situations. The
three days ew by, and upon reaching mainland on Sunday, we were greeted with yet
another week of school. However, despite our hectic schedules, our squad and group
mates still kept in extremely close contact
Until now, I feel a hint of sadness as STC signies that we would get only one nal visit
to Camp Resilience. Turned out that STC wasnt that bad after all. In fact, it had been
very enriching, providing indispensable skills to all the cadets.
SURVIVAL
TRAINING CAMP
By Head of Admin & HR, Lee Yi