Monday, January 29, 2007
AQ training on every TUESDAY.
venue : report at concourse
time : latest by 2.30pm
attire : BB Blue polo T
things to bring : 1.5litre of water ( optional )
*note : everyone must have their
LUNCH and consume plenty of
WATER before reporting.
dimissal will vary as it depends on the time you complete.
please inform kahkee, cherngru or me in advance if anyone cannot come.
attendance is compulsory unless for mc or valid reasons, otherwise there will be consequences.
training will be cancelled or postponed due to rain or school related events going on.
-jinhan
Boys'Brigade14th 4:18 AM
Monday, January 22, 2007
AQ trainingTime: Straight after school
Venue: School Concourse
Attire: BB Blue polo T
Reminder: Please have your lunch and drink lots of water before you guys come. Remember that once again, your dismissal time depends on your speed and the time you all take to gather. Please inform someone in advance if you are not coming, and make sure that either me, Kah Kee or Jin Han knows about it. Thks
Sgt dEsTiNyZ signing off
Boys'Brigade14th 3:03 AM
Friday, January 19, 2007
Hello everyone, this is concerning about the recent issues that has happened.
Year 2007, a new year for everyone of us, especially for the current sec 3. Many of the current sec 3s have been looking towards this year for a long while, because they are able to wear the much 'prestigious' long pants. Of course, this is a good thing. However, in my opinion, the sec 3 has separated into 2 distinct groups since the beginning of the year. I shall further elaborate of the current situation we are facing now.
Firstly, the first group I have observed is the A.P. group. This group of sec 3, after acquiring their long pants, think they are almighty. They are conveying the message, " hey, I'm wearing the godlike long pants, wThBbQPwnzorz anyone regardless juniors or seniors. " They are the one who think that anything is possible when they are wearing their long pants. I must admit they are right, but to a very limited extent.
Tell me what is the purpose of wearing long pants, tell me what is the purpose of becoming a member of so-called upper sec. It is there to recognize you as a mature teenager, able to differentiate what is right from the wrong.
However, some of these sec 3s aren't putting their status to a good use. They are still being as childish as before. Seeing such actions exist in our company, or rather, our school really saddens me. What for giving you the status and right yet you are acting as though you are not. Furthermore, the acts of disobeying the seniors or even criticizing them happen really often nowadays. There are several factors which cause this to happen. In my view, the possible reasons are :
1) the particular group of sec 3 think they are almighty
2) The current leaders are not strict enough
3) The sec 4s do not present themselves as good role models
4) the sec 3s are rebellious
so on and so forth, the possibilities are endless. Can anyone answer why this is happening? The most probable answer is no. The sec 3s would say that it is the sec 4s fault and vice-versa. Thus, we cannot arrive to a satisfied conclusion. So what I am suggesting here is that this problem must be solved through the aid of both parties.
The key answer to this problem is
attitude . See how I emphasize on the word. Actually, this is the key answer to most of the daily problems each of everyone of us face. Think about your schoolwork, can you achieve great marks without putting in effort. Answer is simple, no. This has to do with your attitude, with the correct attitude, you will want to study if you know there is an upcoming test.
Let us take AQ training as an example. What kind of attitude is shown during trainings? Some might be enthusiastic, some might be bored of it, and some might be grudging about it. What differentiate them is their attitude. Those who has set a target of becoming a champion will be enthusiastic about the trainings and give me constructive ideas to improve the structure and programs of the trainings. The other 2 categories belong to those who have no dreams or goals for themselves.
Setting a target is a way to become successful, it is like a guideline to assure that you are on the path to victory.
Then some might question if I am in the position to talk to you such a topic when me myself may not be a good role model. Yes, truthfully, everyone has their limitations and we do make mistakes. Making mistakes is not everything, what matters is that you learn from your mistakes. My mistake was not being enthusiastic or rather being slack. This is a fact that I cannot deny. However, realizing my mistake ,I started to correct my mistake since the beginning of the year. My new resolution is to be more hardworking as you all know that I am having my O'level this year. I will have no room for slacking. Hence I have devoted most of my remaining time to make AQ a success. This will not be possible if you all are showing me the wrong attitude.
Anyway to conclude this section, I will share this quote with you will " To err is human".
Secondly, the other batch of sec 3s which I would like to commend about is those who have slogging their hearts out for the company. These few people, like Keane and mngjun etc whom i can entrust my tasks to. They are able to carry out their instructions and also able to make decision when the situation forces them to. This is what the company needs to improve our standard.
Many of you might think our company are falling. Now I need to ask you, what makes you think so? It might be true, it might be false, it all depends how you see it. I will see that our company are actually undergoing a crisis which would eventually grow into a stronger force.
Quoting straight from the cover page," To have great adventure and survive require good judgment. Good judgment comes from experience. Experience, of course, is the result of poor judgment." So don't give up,, we can work together as one to accompany our company through this downfall period, and you will reap the fruits of success eventually.
Last of all, what I am trying to tell you all is, give everyone the respect they are due. What you give is what you take. Step in our shoes and spare a thought for everyone, instead of whining like a woman or act like a baby. This will give everyone a more pleasant day, and a more conducive environment for everyone to work with. I hope this will give each and everyone of us a wakeup call, be it the sec 4s, or the sec 3s...
Remember winning AQ is the only option and it cannot be done without all of your support. Thank you for your attention.
I have the power to make changes and I will use it till the end to secure our victory.Chairman '007 signing off.
Boys'Brigade14th 11:36 PM
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
Quote of the day:
Your
attitude determines your
altitude.
This quote will determine the success or failure of AQ'07. Remember.
chairman '007 signing off....for a moment.
Boys'Brigade14th 11:04 PM
AQ Relay Team (revised)
Relay Team
1st leg -->
Topo legLee Jin Han
Glenn Tan
Keane Esmond Chong Jin En
Benjamin Gan
2nd leg -->
Biking legChua Zong Zuo
Tan Ke Yang
Victor Ong
Chia Cherng Ru
3rd leg -->
Kayaking legSim Chong Rui
Koh Ming Jun
Edmund Chang
Jonathan Tay
*Leader of each leg is highlighted
*Take note that the relay team name list may still be still changed due to biking tryouts.
Romans 8:31 - 34
31) What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? 32) He who did not spare his own son, but gave him up for us all how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? 33) Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? it is God who justifies.34) Who is he that condemns? Christ Jesus, who died-more than that, who was raised to life- is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us.
Remember: Everything is all in your mind. Do not be discouraged by the point that our team
may not be as good as last year. Keep your heads up, have faith in ourself and our fellow teammates. We all can do it, as long as we focus on our target and be self-disciplined. Aim high, reach high.
SGT dEsTiNyZ signing off
edited by chairman '007
Boys'Brigade14th 5:36 AM
Monday, January 15, 2007
For those who have not yet been contacted or are sleeping at this in time, there is AQ training tomorrow. The attire is PE shirt, black shorts and assemble at the concourse after school. Please be reminded to have a heavy lunch during recess, as you might not be able to last throughout the long periods of studies and AQ. In addition please be punctual as this will be directly related to what time you guys gone home. Thanks and wish you guys a good night...
SGT dEsTiNyZ signing off
Boys'Brigade14th 4:17 AM
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
AQ Training this Saturday
Time: by 8.00am
Location: Meet at The Mac at East Coast Park.
Attire: P.E. t-shirt and black short
Things to bring: 1x 1.5L of water bottle
What is the training about --->starts at Mac and ends at Mac, nuff's said
Estimated distance: 15km
Estimated time taken: >3hrs
How is it going to carry out:You guys are running together with your respective leg at all times. It doesn't matter if someone in your team cannot run throughout the entire distance, I'm sure most of us can't including me. So, just stick together and run as a leg. Our objective is to cross the finishing line together.
Team ListOne major change. SGT Chia Cherng Ru would be swapping with SGT Edison Neo, meaning he will be in the relay team instead.
Relay TeamLeg 1 ---> Topo leg (unconfirmed)
Lee Jin han*Glenn Tan
Jonathan Tay
Benjamin Gan
Leg 2---> Biking leg (unconfirmed)
Chua Zong ZuoTan Ke Yang
Chia Cherng Ru
Victor Ong
Leg 3 ---> Kayaking Leg (unconfirmed)
Sim Chong RuiKoh Ming Jun
Edmund Chang
Keane Esmond Chooi Jin En
Open/ Boy's TeamTan Kah Kee
Titus Wong
Edison Neo
Joel Ng
These are the tentative leg and leaders, which are labeled in
bold. Jin Han will be the relay team's captain for the meantime, however, nothing is yet to be confirmed.
Form of communication
After last few months of trainings, i realised the communication between us is breaking down. So I have proposed a new idea to deal with this problem. The
LINK.
1) Whenever there is a training, the blog will probably be updated (or at least i hope so).
2) Next, i will contact via sms /phone call/ msn etc. with
the team captain, information will then be assimilated to him.
3) He will inform the respective team leaders about the details.
4) Team leaders will then pass down to their team members.
Lastly, i hope this would prevent anyone from not receiving any information about any oncoming training. Attendance is very important. 3 demerit points would be given generously to any absentee without submitting any valid reason. You shall give your M.C. and excuse letter to either SGT Joel Ng or to Mr Poh directly. Last but not least, if anyone of you notice in the schedule that that is an oncoming training but have yet to receive any details on the blog or from your respective leaders,
PLEASE INFORM ME. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT.Chairman signing off.
Boys'Brigade14th 4:13 AM
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
b) MAP READING TEST
Similar to last year's BBAQ, our Boys will need to be equipped with map
reading skills and pass the pre-test as a pre-requisite for participation in BBAQ 2007.
Objectives:
a. To help BBAQ participants improve their level of Orienteering, which is a fundamental skill for passage through the entire BBAQ route.
b. To ensure that more teams finish the route and do not get lost and drop out of the race.
Participants: Every participating team for BBAQ 2007 must send 2 members to attend the test. The test is a pre-requisite for the BBAQ 2007 competition. All Boys who attend the test have to pass it in order to qualify the teams to compete in BBAQ 2007. For relay teams, kindly note that you need to send the 2 members from LEG 1 to attend the pre-test and pass it.
Session Outline: There will be a revision on the following topics
a. Navigating with a 1:50,000 map b. Grid References, Bearing (compass work), Distance (pacing etc) c. Compass usage, comparing map with groundd. Some useful tips or techniques
Practical Assessment:Participants will be tested on the key areas above by navigating around the BB Campus. Companies should indicate preference for 1 of the 4 sessions. The allocation and specific timings would be advised upon availability and confirmation on a first-come-first served basis. So hurry and register to avoid disappointment!
Session 1: 10 Feb 2007 (Sat) 8.30am to 12pm
Session 2: 10 Feb 2007 (Sat) 1.30pm to 5pm
Session 3: 3 Mar 2007 (Sat) 8.30am to 12pm
Session 4: 3 Mar 2007 (Sat) 1.30pm to 5pm
ALL BOYS ARE REQUIRED TO ARRIVE ON TIME IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SESSION.
Venue: BB Campus (105 Ganges Avenue)
Participants: 60 Boys per session
Attire: BB PT Kit (BB blue regulation T-shirt, blue shorts, white socks and running shoes, field rank and name tag worn upon reporting)
Closing Date: 2 Feb 2007 (Fri)
Important things to bring for the Map Reading Test:a) A 1:50,000 navigation map
b) Each team will sign for 1 map, to be collected from the Brigade Office on 5 Feb 2007 (Mon) from 4-6pm. All teams should ensure that the maps are wrapped so that they can be used in case of wet weather.
c) At least 1 compass (Silva type or equivalent), protractor, ruler, string, writing materials.
d) Ponchos
e) Zip Loc bag or covers to keep the papers dry.
f) Water Bottles
Boys'Brigade14th 2:42 AM
January
| Days of the Week |
| SUN | MON | TUE | WED | THUR | FRI | SAT |
| | 1 New Yr’s Day | 2 Public Holiday | 3 School Reopens | 4 | 5 CCA selection at Hall | 6 |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 AQ Training (B) |
| 14 | 15 | 16 AQ Training (A) | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 AQ Training (B) |
| 21 | 22 | 23 AQ Training (A) | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 Welcome Party |
Boys'Brigade14th 2:20 AM
February
| Days of the Week |
| SUN | MON | TUE | WED | THUR | FRI | SAT |
| | | | | 1 | 2 | 3 BBAQ Preparation Clinic by HQ |
| 4 BBAQ Preparation Clinic by HQ | 5 | 6 AQ Training (A) | 7 | 8 | 9 AQ Training (A) | 10 |
| 11 | 12 | 13 AQ Training (A) | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 Chinese New Year Eve |
| 18 L.N.Y | 19 L.N.Y | 20 Public Holiday | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 AQ Mock Race |
| 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | |
Boys'Brigade14th 2:20 AM
March
| Days of the Week |
| SUN | MON | TUE | WED | THUR | FRI | SAT |
| | | | | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 4 | 5 | 6 AQ Training (A) | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 AQ Training (B) |
| 11 | 12 | 13 AQ Training (A) | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 |
| Adventure Camp (encompassing Recruit Hike and Annual Camp) @ MOE Tanah Merah Adventure Centre |
| 18 | 19 | 20 AQ Training (A) | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 |
| 25 | 26 | 27 AQ Training (A) | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 BBAQ |
Boys'Brigade14th 2:11 AM
