Inter-platoon competition!!! (It's back!)

Hi Sec 1s and 2s, as most of you have probably realised, there is a lot of emphasis on nurturing the platoon spirit between the Sec 1s and 2s in the same platoon. Thus, we have come up with a challenge for the platoons to compete with each other to earn points on this very blog. First to correctly answer the question will win 10 platoon points. There is also another 10 platoon points up for grabs for the most comprehensive answer. The question for this post is: 'What is the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke? Compare the two on the basis of the different symptoms. Also include the treatment for both of the injuries in your answer.' Good luck and may the best platoon win! XOXO

Aloysius - Batch 63 :)

P.S. results after Wednesday, 2 April would not be considered. Thanks! XD

Prize Giving Day Usher Duty

Hi Sec 1s, 2s and 3s,

We need 18 of you to sign up for usher duty for Prize Giving Day. You job will be to guide the visiting parents to the Albert Hong Hall for the Prize Giving Ceremony. More details will be released to you after you sign up.

Heres the signup link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vOsH6SZeCv_dnKZbzUiHA4H72KjeZAdt0E5Y4b6xUeI/viewform

Please sign up by Saturday, 29/3/14, 2359h.

If there are any questions, please call 97729309 or send an email to kuanyang.chew@gmail.com.

Thanks Guys! =)
Batch 63

World Red Cross Day (WRCD)

Hi Sec 1s,

As promised, here are the details regarding World Red Cross Day (WRCD for short), taking place this Saturday, 29 March:

Reporting: RI Main Atrium, 12pm (bus will be provided to the venue)

Actual starting time of event: 1pm

Venue: NUS Multi-Purpose Sports Hall 1

Attire: School uniform (bring your ties in case)

Dismissal: From NUS, 4.30pm

Below is the consent form for the event:

If you still have any excuses, do submit them via email to me and Jun Wei sirs.

Bring It On! :D

---------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

First Aid trainings

Hi guys, 

As Saha has mentioned during training today, First Aid trainings will be conducted during most Fridays. Many of you might be wondering what these trainings are for. Basically, these First Aid trainings, formerly known as FAC trainings, are for you guys (sec 1s to sec 3s) to improve your First Aid. We have realised that there is no point holding compulsory First Aid trainings because many of you might skip it anyway. 

As such, these First Aid trainings are purely optional. 

We will also be releasing the content syllabus for the next few trainings. This is for you guys to see which part of First Aid you might want to improve yourself on. For example, if you feel that you want to improve your First Aid skills specifically on tying the head bandage, then you can look out for that particular training which will train head bandage. However, because you can choose when to come, we require you guys to register using the form (the link is on the blog) so that we are able to plan the manpower to train you guys. 

These First Aid trainings will be really useful for you guys as there will be one-to-one guidance where the trainer or instructor can help you personally and give feedback on the spot. First Aid is an important part of Red Cross and also the Leadership Programme which you will be going through when you are Year 3. As such, we hope that you will come down for these trainings (but remember to sign up). 

See you on Friday :) 

New Photos !!!!

Hi guys,

As you might have noticed, theres a new link under the Photos section which will lead you to photos of all 3 camps that B62 has organised. Please do have fun looking through them and reminiscing. Enjoy your holidays

See you on Monday!!

SFA Module 3 reminder

Hey all,

Reminder to those involved in the SFA module 3 of the details:
List of ppl involved:
Excused with valid reason:
Wei Jun, Guang Xuan, Zhong Yang, Sun Han, Ming Song, Nicholas, Yijie
Sec 2 FACommers are not involved.

Need to go:
B64: Yu Cai, Daniel, Sihao, Yu Hang, Josh, Melvin, Tianxiang, Jee Kuen, Taufeeq
B63: Brandon, Gordon
B62: Justin, Kelvin, Shauqat

Date: 17 March, Monday
Time: 9am to 6pm (do not be more than 10 mins late)
Venue: Red Cross Campsite 9 (same as last time, so don't be late)
Attire: PE shirt or Unit T-shirt + track pants (black/dark blue) --> this is called mufti

Bring the following:

(1)        Writing materials (Paper & pens)

(2)        Water bottle

(3)        Money for lunch

(4)        Stationery for note taking.

(5)        Consent form (signed by parents)

Other notes:

1)             Lunch will not be provided. Cadets will be given time to go to  the nearby coffee-shop for lunch.

2)             Cadets are allowed to leave once they have completed the exam.

Here is the consent form:

Thanks, and have a good (productive) March break. See y'all at camp!

LP slides for Sec 2s

Hi Sec 2s,

This is the link to the slides for the briefing of your leadership programme that will be used tomorrow. Please do read it before tomorrow's training.

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/61712727/rirc%20lp%20sec2.pptx

Feel free to jot down and ask any questions during the briefing tomorrow.

Bring It On!

Reeve Chia

March camp: Reborn

Hey cadets,

Below are the links for various useful info during camp.
Pack list: https://www.dropbox.com/s/w4wnay65l3r798x/B63%20cadets%27%20packing%20list%2010Mar.pdf
Briefing slides: https://www.dropbox.com/s/7cwcd4r5terhda2/B63%20BriefingSlides%2010Mar.pptx
Consent form: https://www.dropbox.com/s/7al25gga2w876c3/march%20camp%202014031819.pdf
Labelling guide (credit to Nicholas of B64): https://www.dropbox.com/s/2wf0jk7jhw46qm3/Labelling%20Guide%20edited%20with%20info.doc


Do feel free to approach any of your friendly Sirs and ICs if you have any further queries. Thanks!


---------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

SFA details: follow-up

Clarification: below is the list of ppl who have already submitted excuses, as well as those who are listed down to go for the courses. I re-emphasise that you have to pay the full amt for the course if you are absent without valid reason. Do sms and email me your excuses by tomorrow evening.

Excused with valid reason:
Wei Jun, Guang Xuan, Zhong Yang, Sun Han, Ming Song, Nicholas, Yijie
Sec 2 FACommers are not involved either.

Need to go:
B64: Yu Cai, Daniel, Sihao, Yu Hang, Josh, Melvin, Tianxiang, Jee Kuen, Taufeeq
B63: Gordon, Brandon
B62: Justin, Kelvin, Shauqat

SFA details

Hey all,

Here's a reminder to all involved in the Standard First Aid courses that the first one happens this Saturday. Below is the link to download the consent form:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/bbmkk38jwj47gf0/SFA%20workshop%2020140308.pdf

Details as below:

Date:              8 Mar 14 (this Saturday) & 17 Mar 14 (Monday for the March holidays)

Time:              9am to 6pm

Venue:            Red Cross Campsite (62 Jalan Khairuddin, Singapore 457524)

Attire:             Mufti (RCY/School T-Shirt with track pants and covered shoes)

Course Attendance

-- 100% attendance is compulsory to sit for the test. -- Trainees who are late for more than 10 minutes are marked as absent (full fee is chargeable) -- No make-up lessons will be arranged without submission of valid medical cert produced within 5 working days. -- If you are absent without valid reason, you will have to pay the full cost of the course, $115.56

Things to Bring:

(1)        Two Triangular Bandages

(2)        Writing materials (Paper & pens)

(3)        Water bottle

(4)        Money for lunch

(5)        Stationery for note taking.

(6)        Consent form (signed by parents)

Other notes:

1)             Lunch will not be provided. Cadets will be given time to go to  the nearby coffee-shop for lunch.

2)             Cadets are allowed to leave once they have completed the exam.

Thanks, and do inform us ASAP if you cannot make it!

---------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

Standard First Aid (SFA) courses

This message goes out to all Sec 2s, as well as Sec 3s and NCOs who have yet to attain their Standard First Aid (SFA) certificates:

There will be two modules that you have to go through on 8th March (T1W9 Sat) and 17th March (March break Monday). Both sessions will be from 9am till 6pm. More details about the modules will be released closer to the date.

For now, ensure that you keep your schedule free o the dates, and try to re-schedule appointments (e.g. tuition) if possible. Please do email AND SMS me with identification if you are unable to attend either of the modules. Thanks!

---------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

Slides for sec 1s

Hey all,

This message goes out to our new batch of Sec 1s of B65 :D

Below is a link to the slides that were gone through during training today:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/d2x70b7jecvsmbq/B65%20intro.pptx

Feel free to refer to the slides above for information that will be useful throughout your journey as a cadet.
Also, do explore and orientate yourselves with the blog. The right panel has links to resources such as the contact list, where you can find details of all cadets and NCOs in the unit. There is also the Treasure Chest full of subject notes for your reading pleasure :)

Anyway, hope you've been settling well. On behalf of the rest of RIRC and the NCOs, Bring It On!!! :D


---------- Gavin, B62 Admin Exec

Pledge cards (for the last time... :P)

The following cadets and NCOs have not yet submitted their pledge cards to me. Those in the list below will receive an SMS/call from me. For those receiving the SMS, please acknowledge by replying.

Immediately after lessons end tomorrow, please proceed to the SR foyer to meet Siqi sir to submit your pledge cards.

B64: Chiaw Soong
B63: Aloysius, Kuan Yang, Yu Chen, Fangyuan, Brandon, Gordon, Wei Jun
B62: Fintan, Yu Jun, Eric, Xinghao, Shauqat

Thanks!

---------- Gavin

Pledge cards deadline

Updated reminder about submission of pledge cards:
Unless already sealed, pls bring your unsealed envelopes and the money you collected during Wed trng for submission. If sealed, then leave it be.
We have to submit by this Friday, thus the very latest if you forget would be to pass it to me on Thursday morning.

Thanks!

Flag Day and Pledge cards

Hey guys,

Minor update on Flag Day tomorrow:
There will be a chartered bus leaving RI at 7.10am sharp for CHIJ Secondary. Thus, pls be in school by that time at the very latest, otherwise you have to make your way there yourself.

Also, a gentle reminder that pledge cards will be collected on during training on the Monday, 17 Feb. So... Last chance to collect any money would be over the weekend and in class on Monday.

C'ya tomorrow! And bring your consent forms too! :D


---------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

T1W6 Events

Hey all, Admin here once again :D

---------- FLAG DAY ----------

1) Below is the link consent form for Flag Day (external collection) this Saturday. Reporting and dismissal details included. Get your parents to sign and bring it for the event!
https://www.dropbox.com/s/ydlf4swxh7tkzqd/SRC%20flag%20day%20consent%20form%202014.pdf

2) Here are the details for Flag Day external collection as well:
--- Date: 15 Feb, Saturday
--- Reporting time and venue: RI, Main Atrium, 6.50am
--- Reporting attire: RIRC Unit T-shirt/PE shirt + PE shorts
--- Dismissal time and venue: CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh), 1.30pm
--- Collection venues (will be allocated on the day itself):
Junction 8, Central, Library, Bishan Nth Shopping Mall, Sin Ming Plaza, Shun Fu Mart, Tech Ghee CC, Teck Ghee Sq, Bishan CC, Bright Hill Temple, Thomson Plaza (42)

3) Any other last-minute excuses for the event are to be emailed to me personally (refer to contact list). Non-email submissions will not be accepted.

---------- TOTAL DEFENCE DAY PARADE ----------

1) To those who are missing berets, Siqi sir will find you before the parade on Friday to loan them to you.

2) For anyone else still missing parts or who is unable to attend the parade, SMS me, Jun Wei and Siqi sirs ASAP. In case you don't know, the parade will replace PIT this Friday, 14 Feb.

Thanks, and Happy Valentines :P

----------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

Attire for training tomorrow

Hey cadets,
For tomorrow (Monday, 10 Feb), attire for training will be PE shirt with PE shorts.
Please keep your Unit T-shirt for Tuesday, 11 Feb, as we will be wearing it for Team Raffles Day during assembly. More details will be given to you about the assembly programme tomorrow.

C'yall tomorrow :D


---------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

Admin + FACOM :D

Good morning one and all! though you really shouldn't be awake at this hour, Admin has some stuff for y'all to read when you're awake!

1) Updated contact list has been added! Link should lead you to Dropbox file with title including "2014_v1_20Jan".

2) We need volunteers! The FACOM hteam have been training very hard during and outside training, and now for the preliminary round we need casualties! Only requirement is that you have to be under 45kg to sign up. We need at least 3 casualties.

3) On behalf of FACOM team, I'd like to ask for interested cadets to join the FACOM Awareness Category. Do comment below or email me and Kim sirs if you are interested to join!

This year's competition theme is "Everyone a First Aider", and the Awareness team has a maximum of 6 members. Preliminary and final rounds will be held on 1st and 15th March respectively, both Saturdays, on the same dates as that of the scenario component. For the Awareness category, teams have to design a game booth based on the theme with a budget of $100, so it's definitely a good experience i you're willing to try.

Thanks, and I sincerely hope those who are interested approach us!

---------- Gavin, on behalf of B62 and the FACOM team

Another IPC!

Hi all,

we are having another IPC on the blog! This one is either impossible or impossibly easy:

Simply state the number of platoon points each platoon accumulated last year, before the points were reset. If no one answers this by Friday, 31th Jan, 10 points will be deducted from each platoon. :)

Test your luck,
B62.

UPDATE: Since no one has answered, the penalty has been applied and Phoenix has leeched the lost points.

Flag Day: Internal Collection publicity event

---------- POST ON BEHALF OF B63 ----------

Apologize for the long post, but these are the important details to take note of for the Flag Day publicity

Objectives of campaign (27-28 Jan 2014)

1. Encourage and convince RI students in the school canteen to donate as much as possible on 29 Jan
2. Raise Awareness of SRC’s humanitarian effort among RI Students

Below is the link to the booth allocations based on your recess/lunch for both Monday and Tuesday. Do make sure that you attend to the booth at your respective timings.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/251mei8460jel7o/Campaign%20Booth%20Allocations.docx

Booth details

Carnival games: When people come to the booth, invite them to try out the carnival games first (it's for free so don't collect money)

--- Game #1: 25 cups would be organised into 5X5 and the person will be required to throw a coin. The nearer to the middle the person throws the coin, the better the prize that he gets

--- Game #2: The person will be required to roll a coin down a slanted platform with obstacles in it. At the end of the platform, there will be a few holes. Based on how near the middle hole is to the hole that the coin went into (the nearer the better), prizes will be awarded

Posters: After the person has tried out the carnival games, show him the posters and explain them to him

Ending: 'Please donate as much as you can on the 29/1/14, thank you!' and move on to the next person

Important details

--- (Applicable for Sec 2s only) If there are no Sec 3s around and there is an emergency, don't panic. Instead, go to the general office and inform Saha at 91034666. Wait until a Sec 3 arrives

--- As for your food, take turns among yourselves to eat and to attend to the booths

--- When at the booth, always welcome people with a pleasant face and organize the guests into NEAT QUEUES

--- If nobody comes to the booth, kindly invite people walking across to come take a look

--- Be polite at all times

--- Make sure you conduct the games efficiently

B62, on behalf of B63

Lost and found

Hey cadets! Two things from Admin:

1) We have a lost and found black Takane M0935 watch. Pls comment here or below if you have misplaced the item. Pictures below:

 


2) Regarding the pledge cards, I'd like to gently remind everyone that we'll be collecting the cards back during training on 17 Feb. Also, I request that all cadets check whether they accidentally took the card with the serial number 1616, as we currently are not sure if it has been misplaced.

Thanks, and have a good weekend ahead! :D


---------- Gavin, B62

Pledge cards

Hey cadets, just some instructions about your Pledge Cards:
1) Who to collect from: Family (can be relatives or direct family) and friends (classmates etc)
2) How much to collect: Minimum will be $20 for each cadet
3) When to collect by: Pledge cards will be collected back during training on 17 Feb (Mon T1W7), so remember to collect enough by then.
4) Process of collecting donations: The person will sign his name on any of the respective red circles based on the amount he donates.

This post is also available on the the FB unit group. Any questions comment below~


---------- Gavin, B62

Start of the Year! (IPC)

Hi all,

why not start the year with an IPC? This IPC is worth 50 points (which will be awarded once the platoon points are reset), and this is your task:

Name the 14 CCA camps leading up to 2014, in chronological order.

Have fun ;)
B62

2014!!!

Wazzup everybody,

Long time no see :D
Hopefully all of you enjoyed your holidays and are prepared to embark on a new year in your RIRC journey.
Just a reminder, there will be training starting Monday, 13 Jan, at the usual timing (3:45 reporting, don't be late!)

Take this weekend to mentally prepare yourself for CCA, because it's gonna be exciting :)
See you there!

-B62

FACOM 2014

Hi Cadets!

Are you interested to join FAcom 2014? Email us at rircbatch62@googlegroups.com.

Just state your name in the email, and we will send you the relevant information.

Cheers :D

Labelling guide

http://rirctreasurechest.blogspot.sg/
Above is link to old treasure chest. Current version of treasure chest will be rectified.
For now, 1st document from the page is the labelling guide.

FA refreshers

DISCLAIMER: THIS IS AN ANNOUNCEMENT ON BEHALF OF B63 (SEC 2S). THE ABOVE EVENT IS UNOFFICIAL, AND B62 NCOs ARE NOT ACCOUNTABLE FOR THE ORGANIZING OF THIS EVENT.

The Sec 2s are organizing an FA refresher session tomorrow. Details are as follows:
Date: 18/11/13 (tomorrow, Mon)
Time: 8.50am - 3pm
Venue: Meet 3rd floor Yusof Ishak Blk, circular area outside labs
Attire: PE/Unit shirt + PE shorts

Camp briefing slides

Hi again guys,

Briefing slides for camp can be found by clicking on the link below:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/uoo9sdcip0ubzsu/breifing%20slides.pptx

Most important would be the pack list, as well as the details. Remember to bring your consent form as well! Can be downloaded from the previous post or from our unit group.


---------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

Camp consent form

Hi cadets,

Your friendly Admin here again :)
- Below is the consent form for Nov camp. Remember to print it out and bring it for camp! It can also be found on the FB group.

- As a side note, briefing slides including all the details for camp will be up by today as well.
- Remember to check the blog (preferably once or twice daily) for updates as well!

See y'all at camp then~


------- Gavin, on behalf of B62

Camp briefing

Hey guys, in case you haven't seen the post on FB, below are details for camp briefing:

Date + time: Tmr (8 Nov), 1.15pm

Where: Classroom G03-01, SR Block 3rd floor, nearest to lift

What to bring: your excuses/consent forms to submit to me if any

----- B62

Scrapbook for Mrs Lim

Hi guys,

Really sorry for the late notice, but all Y1-Y3 cadets/NCOs will be meeting at Main Atrium tmr at 7.10am to sign a scrapbook for principal Mrs Lim. Permanent marker WILL be provided for you to write your farewell messages. It'll be very quick; once you sign you can go back to class for PIT.

Pls do spread to ur batch mates!

----- B62

Quick updates from Admin

Hi guys, Gavin here.

Quick updates (mainly camp):
1) CONFIRMED DATES for November camp are 20th to 22nd of Nov (Wed to Fri)
2) Camp briefing will be held this Friday. Details to be confirmed, so stay tuned and check blog/FB group DAILY!
3) For all excuses/consent forms, LAST CHANCE is for you to bring them on Friday and pass to me after camp briefing. Includes for the following events:
--- ANY TERM 4 trainings (excuses with PROPER EVIDENCE to substantiate)
--- Tray Return CIP (consent form + excuses)
--- Homework Cafe CIP (consent form + excuses)
--- Make A Wish Foundation Flag Day (excuses)

4) Not sure if you have submitted for the above? Click the 3rd link under "Pages and Links" on the right to check your attendance today!

That's all for now, stay tuned for updates!


------------ Gavin, on behalf of B62

Make a Wish Flag Day CIP Saturday

Hi Cadets,

Here are the details for this Saturday's CIP:

Reporting Venue: Novena MRT station Exit B
Reporting time: 8.10 am
Dismissal: 2.00pm
Attire: PE, change to event T-shirt after registration

If you are lost, call up your friendly PMs!

-B62

HW Cafe

Hey all,

Here is the soft copy of the HW Cafe consent form for those who need it:

Remember to meet at Tanah Merah MRT station at 7.00pm before the CIP in PE attire/Unit Tee. If you wish to go directly there, pls SMS Kim once you reach. Cya there :)

-B62

Training tmr, T4W7 Wed (30 Oct)

Hi all,

Training tmr usual timing as before EOYs:
Report 3.45 SR Block foyer, dismissal by 6.30 sharp.
Attire is Unit T-shirt + PE shorts as prev stated.
Very sorry we can't hold it earlier, the Y3s checking of scripts only ends 3.30pm.

-B62

Finalised Homework Cafe Details

Hi Cadets,


Homework Cafe CIP is on this Friday, 7.30pm- 9.30pm.


Reporting Venue: Tanah Merah MRT station

Dismissal: Homework cafe

Iota will be leading this :D

OIC to be in- charge and ensure everyone is on task.

Training T4W7

Hey guys,

Here are instructions for training this week on 28 and 30 Oct:
Monday, 28/10:
--- Reporting time: 2pm
--- Estimated dismissal time: 5.45pm (will end earlier)
--- Attire: PE or House T-shirt with PE shorts (NO NEED TO WEAR UNIT SHIRT)

Wednesday, 30/10:
--- Reporting and dismisal times TBC (to be confirmed)
--- Attire: Unit T-shirt + PE shorts

Also will be posted on Facebook, and PMs will be contacting you soon. Cya tmr :)


B62

Today's CIP

Hi guys,

For those who came for today's CIP and got lost on the way there:

SRY for the screwed up directions I was completely rushing it and ik some of you got lost around west coast plaza and walking around there in the hot sun must have been hell.

So yeah,
I apologize for that.

Justin B62

Consent form for Tray returning Campaign

Hi cadets,

The consent form for this Saturday's CIP (tomorrow) is attached here. Do take note that you are to report directly at the void deck of Block 503 at 11:30am, instead of at school at 10:30am. Remember to bring your consent forms tomorrow, and if you do have any queries, feel free to ask your PMs or email us at rircbatch62@googlegroups.com

-B62

Tray Return CIP

Hi all,

There will be a tray return CIP tomorrow on the 26th October. It is a relatively short CIP, and will run from 11.50am to 2pm. The venue is Block 503 West Coast Drive, Singapore 120503, Ayer Rajah Food Centre.

Transportation:

Buses: 285, 30, 143, 51.

MRT: Clementi - East West Line Then take bus 285 from the stop opposite Clementi Mall.
Haw Par Villa - Circle Line (Then once out of the station cross the road and take 30,143 or 51.

Alight at the bus stop opposite West Coast Plaza and beside the Hawker Centre itself, with an overhead bridge connecting the two.

~ Yes, you'll have to get there yourselves.

Attire: Unit Tee, PE Shirt

If you have any queries, please contact your PMs.

-B62

Homework Cafe

Hi cadets! We will be visiting Homework cafe on 1 Nov, Friday! The timing is confirmed as: 7.30pm- 9pm. There will be one-way transport to homework cafe.

Consent forms will be given out very soon :)

-B62

Tray Return CIP

Hi All,

Please gather at the void deck of block 503 near the food court by 11.10am instead of reporting to school.

-B62

Post-EOY archery course

Right, so after every event, there is always the inevitable chasing of excuses...

So, the following cadets are to hand up hard copy excuses during training the coming Monday, otherwise you'll pay $20. Yes, training starts THIS COMING MONDAY. *applause*

B64: Yu Cai, Daniel, Sihao, Yu Hang, Josh, Melvin, Taufeeq, Chiaw Soong B63: Benjamin, Dylan, Lucas, Harish, Nathanael, Vincent, Chang Yi, Jack, Jared 
B62: Mahesh, Ryan Foo, Yu Jun, Eric, Xinghao, Justin

Those who have provided their reasons but still need to submit excuses:
Zhong Yang, James, Fangyuan, Ryan Foo

Hi guys,

 For tmr, details of archery as follows:
Reporting time + venue: Rugby field Y1-4 side, 7.45am
Dismissal time (estimated): 12.30pm
Attire: PE/Unit T-shirt + PE shorts, wear COVERED shoes
Bring: Cap and water bottle
- Valid excuses are to be submitted to me in hard copy during training (dates TBC)
- THOSE WHO ARE ABSENT WITHOUT VALID EXCUSES $20
- ALL WHO ATTEND DO NOT HAVE TO PAY ANY MONEY

Post EOY blog IPC

Hi all,

I know everyone is probably retarding in front of their computers now but if anyone is interested, here is a chance to win A HUGE AMOUNT of points for your platoon!

Ok so:

Form a word using the first letter of the sec 3s names (or surnames.. yes, as seen on the contact list) that refers to a type of brown. (no im not being racist). This word has strictly 5 letters. Type out the names of the sec 3s and spell out the word.

Since solving this would PROBABLY take a crazy amount of time and would be hard even to a genius whoever manages to solve this will receive 50 points! (:O)

Go nuts,
B62

Inter UG Archery (UPDATE)

Hi all,

It has been confirmed that this event is compulsory. 

No change to other details:

The PE department is hosting it on 23rd October. The exact timing has not been confirmed, however it is expected to run from ~8am -12pm. So please leave this date/time free. If you're not free, please ensure that you have a valid reason.

Further info will be given soon so please check for any updates.

Thanks,
B62

FA duty this Saturday

Attention Year 2s/Batch 63!!!

Anyone interested to sign up for below FA duty? CIP hours will be awarded as usual, just that it's this Saturday...

Year 4 Cohort CIP: Tanjong Pagar Goes Green with Raffles 2013 
Date: 12/10/2013 (THIS Saturday)
Venue:
Cantonment Towers, 8.00am - 1.00pm (Report to school in PE attire, Raffles Square)
Recycling effort at 4 areas, namely Cantonment Towers, Everton Park, Spottiswoode Park & Pinnacle @ Duxton.

Total of 4 slots available. Each person to be stationed at one of the 4 areas.
Comment below if interested. SIGNUPS CLOSE THIS THURSDAY (10/10) 8PM

P.S. Wheee this is the 900th post since the very beginning of the usage of this blog :D:D:D

Charity tickets

All cadets/NCOs from B62 to B64 take note:
Charity draw tickets will be collected back after school tmr and Tuesday (7, 8 Oct).

What to bring (IMPORTANT): The 3 booklets of tickets + whatever money you have collected
Where: SR Block foyer
When: collection ends 4.30pm on Monday (7 Oct) and 2.45pm on Tues (8 Oct)
Who: Admin team will be at one of the tables.

Updates from Admin guy :D

Hey all,
You guys should be in the midst of mugging for EOYs now (I hope :P)

Anyways, here are some announcements:
- Camp will be held from the 20th to the 22nd of November. Your respective platoon leaders should be contacting you to check whether you are free for the above dates. Remember to keep the dates free!!!
- Your charity tickets will most likely be collected back at the end of this week, so keep on collecting :D
- Remember that there WILL be training after the EOYs. Dates and timings will be confirmed later.

Yep, all the best for EOYs~ Bring It On!!!
--------- Gavin

Inter-UG ARCHERY

Hi all,


currently, the PE department is considering an inter-UG archery competition on the 23rd October, the first marking day. The exact timing has not be confirmed, however it is expected to run from ~8am -12pm. So leave this date free if you're interested :D (pretty sure it's not compulsory, but idk.)

Thanks,
B62

INTER-UG RESULTS

Good job all for doing their best in the respective shits you guys were doing, be it floorball, soccer, modified handball, or the beloved marathon.

HISTORY HAS BEEN MADE
This is the first time we have gotten 2nd in Handball and the second year in a row we have clinched a second place in one of the events

Overall though, we are still in the top 6, so let's all work harder next year to get a non-last position and keep the medals rolling in :D

-B62

Inter UG + Update

Hi All,

Please report on time at 3.45 in unit tee at the Raffles Square tomorrow.

Do motivate each other, look out for each other, and BIO. Remember all the principles taught during trainings.

Also, there WILL be trainings after EOY.

Reeve

RCYC 2013

Attention B63 and B62 (unfortunately not for Sec 1s/B64)

Anyone interested to sign up for the RCY Challenge 2013: Camp Unity?
Please refer to the FB post I have made regarding the event for the sign-up form. If you don;t have Fb, pls email our batch group to express interest.
Sign-ups close 8pm this Wednesday, so be quick~

Important stuff first:
--- "Please note that there would also be a camp fee of $45.00 to defray the cost of meals and activities."
--- "Please note that there will be strictly NO refund for participants who withdraw without any replacement."
--- Benefits: Part of blood badge (Gold) (organizing or helping out in blood donation drive) plus National Heritage Trail Badge!!!

RCYC 2013 consists of 1 Contact Session, and a 4 Day-3 Night camp.

Contact Session 1Date: 30 November 2013 (Saturday)Time: 0900h ? 1300hVenue: Red Cross Campsite, 62 Jalan Khairuddin S(457524)Attire: Mufti (Red Cross T-shirt with Track Pants, Socks and Covered Shoes)

4 Day- 3 Night CampDate: 12 to 15 December 2013 (Thursday to Sunday)Reporting Time: 9am (12/12)Dismissal Time: 4pm (15/12)Venue: MOE Changi Coast Adventure Centre (TBC)9 Changi Coast Walk, Singapore 499741

Requirements:1. Must be physically and medically fit2. Preferably able to swim for at least 50m


-------------------- Gavin, B62

Submission of past excuses

Attention all B63 and B64 cadets:

1. If you wish to submit any overdue excuses, your last chance will be T4W1 Monday (Inter-UG games)!2. You may refer to the google spreadsheets that have been shared with all of you for currently invalid/unconfirmed absences.3. If up till now you have no access to the spreadsheets, it's about time you ask!4. Any late submissions will not be entertained, and all absences without proper excuses will be counted invalid!!!

So make sure you check thoroughly and submit all the excuses you owe~


--------- Gavin, B62

Inter UG games

To all batches,

Inter UG games are round the corner (T4W1 monday), it is a compulsory event, ie like a normal training. Therefore if you are going to be absent, please follow the standard procedures to inform our dear admin exec Gavin. Attendance will be taken, thus you either participate in the sport or support your unit/batch mates who are playing in the games. There are 4 sports this year, Half Marathon, which is a 10km brisk walk done by 7 members. This is only for the year 1s and 2s. For upper sec cadets, there is the standard half marathon which is obviously running. Similarly, 7 members from each UG and they have to cover 10km also. Next there is floorball, soccer and modified handball. The first 2 is self explanatory and modified handball is basically similar to handball except a soft ball (not softball) will be used to throw into a net. The link for signups is here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18FYPwv0MJiEvnVBJ9XXtDi2IAeDrMsQT96S5YhcWR5E/viewform . It is based on a first come first serve basis and we will try to allocate all of you to your first choices. Sign up quick as there are limited spots. Submisson of Sign-ups are due by tuesday, 10/9/2013, 2359 hours. Late Submissions would not be entertained.

Last training for the term

Hi guys,

Hope you had fun in the war game today. Daniel got the ball to the base, which means that Omega is awarded 100 points. Epsilon had 7 deaths, while Iota had 2 deaths, so Iota gets 50 platoon points and Epsilon gets 25 platoon points. Congratulations to whoever was involved.

The water bombs were used to put out the sudden 'fire' that cropped up, therefore no water bombs were involved today. Instead, we saved the day and stopped the fire from spreading (mighty NCOs)!

Have a good September holidays :D
-B62

Northbrooks RC Performance Night

Hi all,

below is the invitation from Northbrooks RC:
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This year, Northbrooks Red Cross Youth will be holding a Performance Night during the night of our End-of-Year Camp Day 2.

We are pleased and excited to welcome you to our very 1st Performance Night, and we hope that this Performance Night will strengthen our bonds and give us an opportunity to learn more about one another’s cultures. The theme for this year’s Performance Night will be ‘Ah Boys to Men’. We will be inviting three other schools, as well as our very own National Cadets Corps and Boys’ Brigade. At the end of this performance night, you will get to appreciate and experience the true meaning of friendship as there will be games, activities, as well as performances that will help bring us all together as one. After the event, there will be a short break whereby food and beverages will be served. Please give this a deep thought as it will really make a difference if you were to attend our performance night. We really need your participation to make our very first Performance Night a memorable one. Once you have come to a decision whether or not to attend our Performance Night, please reply to this email with the nominal roll of those attending.

Here are the details:

Date: 25th October 2013, Friday

Venue: Northbrooks Parade Square

Time: 1900-2130 hrs

Attire: Smart Casual (no revealing attire)

Objective: To foster bond between units and learn more about one another’s cultures

Registration will start at 1900 hrs, and you may enter the school via the main gate. 

Each unit will have to come up with a short 5-minute performance that will be performed on the day itself.

We hope that you can join us and we look forward to seeing you there. 
_________________________________________________________________________________

If you're interested to sign up or have any other queries, please send an email to the batch group.

Thanks!

B62

Red Cross Home for the Disabled


We will be visiting RCHD after EOYs. The exact date will be released later.
-b62

Reaccred results (again..)

Hey guys,

For today's RCK (S) reaccreds, all passed except for Daniel. Since only 4 people took the test, we won't have a top scorer blahblahblah. Therefore, only Daniel and Ming Song, who was absent, have to take ANOTHER reaccreds.................................................................

There was no FD (S) reaccreds today since only James and Vincent were present (well done guys)

-B62

Update on platoon points + Blog IPC!

Hi all,

if you've been keeping track, you'll realise that all the platoons are all now within 10 points of each other.

Which is why... we will now be holding an IPC right here worth 15 points. That's right, if you win this blog IPC your platoon will become the top platoon :O (unless you're Iota in which case you'll remain on top :D)

Similar to previous blog IPCs, you simply have to answer a question to gain those 15 points. And so, here is the question:

Which Sec 3s name has the most letters? (Including sir/family/middle names)

If you know the answer, please spell out his entire name.

Good luck! :D

B62

End of CCC + Training matters

Hey guys,

Just a word from Batch 62, thanks for making CCC 2013 a success, and we hope you enjoyed yourselves :D

Also, please bring an extra set of PE attire on Wednesday, there's a surprise for you guys

-B62

CCC 2013

For CCC tomorrow, 
Venue to report: Raja Block
Time: 9-1
Attire: PE Attire or Red Cross Unit Tee

Note: All Sec 2s are to meet at 8.50

Its going to be fun (and there are more girls than guys btw)

Training matters

Sup guys,

Next week is the last week of training, and training officially ends on Wednesday. Do come down for training as we will (mostly) do some fun stuff.

On a more serious note, there will be a RCK (S) reaccreds for Daniel, Zhong Yang, Ming Song, Yi Jie and Nicholas on Monday. There will also be a FD (S) reaccreds for Yu Chen, Lucas, James, Fangyuan, Nathanael, Brandon, Randy and Vincent on Monday as well. Please be present for these accreds as they will be the last accreds for this year, so if you don't pass it, you can't get your badge till next year. Study hard and come prepared~

Have fun next week :D
-B62

Omega CIP tomorrow~

Meet: 2.30pm at Main Atrium James of Omega will take attendance before we walk to Bishan Home for the Disabled)

What to wear: PE attire
What to bring: Your heart, an open mind, aaand your CONSENT FORM

Bags will be brought there, and dismissal will be from the location as well.

Consent forms

As usual, here are the soft copies of consent forms given out during training today.

First, for the Omega Platoon CIP to Bishan Home this Thursday, 29 Aug:

And this one is for the Cadet-Cadet-Link activity this Saturday, 31 Aug:

Remember to print and let your parents sign~

--------- Gavin, B62

Attendance tracking

Yo everybody,
In case you haven't realised, there's a link to a Google document on the blog on the top right tab which says "pages and links". You can check your attendance there.

1) If you can't access it, request for it to be shared
2) If you see red, then that means you were invalidly absent for a certain training.
3) If you feel indignant about this, you can go appeal to our glorious chairman Reeve, who will then reconfirm whether that day's attendance will be valid (yay).


------- Gavin, B62

Evac (B) + (S) accreds + FA promo test

Hi guys,

As most of you already know, there will be a Evac (B) accreds and Evac (S) accreds held simultaneously in a scenario form this Wednesday, where your First Aid skills will be graded and your promotions will be decided.

Your performance in scenario management, bandages and Evac techniques will be graded together and your promotions as well as your Evac badges lie in the balance.

MUG YOUR NOTES
BE PREPARED
THIS WEDNESDAY
28/08/13

-B62

Reaccreds in Week 10

Hey all,

To those who unfortunately missed or failed the RCK (S) accreds for Sec 1s and FD (S) accreds for Sec 2s today, there will be a reaccreds in Week 10. It'd be best to go read up on the notes before attending the accreds so you can have an easier time. Those who have already passed will be able to do something fun (look forward to it~)

-B62

FD (S) results

Hi Sec 2s,

All who took the FD (S) accreds today passed, so you can be happy.
To Randy and Yu Chen, even though you assisted in the FD accreds, you guys did not actually do the accreds and therefore you guys are not considered to have passed. Don't be sad though, stay tuned for the next post

-B62

RCK Silver Results! :O

Hi all,

so the Sec 1s took their RCK Silver today, and the results are out! :D Here are the top scorers:

1st place:  Sun Han (epsilon)                               19/20        +20 POINTS
2nd place (tie): Surya (omega), Yu Hang(omega)  18/20        +10 POINTS each
3rd place (tie): Lin Hong (omega), Sihao (epsilon) 17/20        +5 POINTS each

Congratulations to you people!

However, we did have three failures, namely Daniel, Yijie and Nicholas. But not to worry, there is a reaccreds coming soon :).

And of course, congrats to everyone else who passed.

Thanks!
-B62

Reaccreds results

Hi Sec 1s,

To those who took the RCK (B) reaccreds last week, all passed except for Melvin. However, Tianxiang was absent on the day of the reaccreds. No worries, the Bronze syllabus is also tested in the Silver syllabus, so depending on your performance in the Silver accreds tomorrow, we will judge whether you deserve the Bronze badge.

To those who took the FD (B) reaccreds last week, all passed (YAY)

-B62

Reminder for photoshoot

Hi all,

this is a reminder to be at the Raffles Green in unit tee + school pants at 1.15pm THIS Friday, 23 Aug. Please try to be punctual and for those who can't make it please inform one of us.

Thanks,
B62

Accreds this Wednesday (YAY)

Wazzup guys,

Bit of a late notice but there will be RCK (S) accreds for Sec 1s and FD (S) accreds for Sec 2s this Wednesday, 21st August.

Sec 1s:
No worries, even though we haven't touched on RCK (S) at all, you can go read up on the RCK (S) notes or look at "Additional notes on RCK (S) by Shen Yu Jun" which are on the treasure chest. We will revise the content covered before the accreds itself, so just come prepared and you'll be fine.

Sec 2s:
You guys obviously have nothing to worry about. Your FD SHO ZAI!!! (go read up on the Silver notes if you kiasu)
Randy GWS :D

-B62

GMW :D

Hey guys,

To those going for GMW, we would like to wish you the very best of luck. If you still don't know details like reporting and stuff, refer to one of the previous posts.

Some pro-tips:
FD
1) Prepare your uniform tonight, and not tomorrow morning. It'll probably be quite rush tomorrow morning and your uniform will look like shit, and you won't get as much sleep.
2) Pay attention and don't lose focus during the Uniform Inspection. Go into Sediya and greet the sir when he comes to inspect you, then when he's done, say thank you sir, then go back into Senangdiri.
3) Do not fidget during the accreds, or you are seriously screwed. Even tiny adjustments are noticeable in a squad. If you really need to adjust, do what we do in training, ask for permission. It's better than being an introverted freak and just stand there uncomfortably, because it will affect your concentration.
4) Commanding-wise..Read up on the notes on how to command. There are 3 major components to a command, so make sure when you command you actually follow the theory. Also, command loudly, as loud as you can, and use your diaphragm, not your throat. E.g. You don't hear female commanders with high pitch, they usually sound like fags, because they're trying to use their diaphragm to command.
5) Voice projection: When commanding, lift your head up 45 degrees and open your mouth. Not only do you have to let the instructors hear you, the squad also has to hear you, and expect the squad to be a big one.
6) Controlling the squad: As a commander, you cannot move from your spot. So if you make a mistake, don't say "uhh..ummm", just say semula. Gather your thoughts, then continue. If you have to make the squad march off, do not let them go too far. Once they've taken a few steps, proceed to the next command, so they don't get too far and can't hear you.

Evac
1) Pay attention to Under and Over obstacle, it's quite complicated and contains quite alot of steps
2) Fintan: "Improvised stretcher is easy", so don't have to worry if it looks complicated
3) In the words of Sam Ye: "WILLPOWER". Guess this doesn't need explanation

FA
1) The only new thing is sort of learning how to delegate materials and people in (let's say) a parade. Where do you put First Aiders, Officers, First Aid base, Walkie-Talkies etc. It's actually quite easy, just use common sense and you'll do fine.
2) Since First Aid is so damn easy, just don't fall asleep. Don't be like Shawn, if not you will get pulled out and a instructor will talk to you about responsibility and shit. Don't get into trouble!

Overall, mug your Gold notes and make sure you know everything so you don't have a hard time tomorrow. Don't be late and don't forget to bring your signed Silver monitoring form and empty Gold monitoring form, if not you will be turned away...

-B62

CIP dates

Hi all,

this is a reminder to keep the following dates free:

29 August (Omega CIP Bishan Home)
31 August (CCL)
12 September (Epsilon CIP RCHD)

Thanks,

~B62

Repost: blood talk consent form

For those who have trouble finding the previous post with a scan of the blood talk form.

Please get it signed by next training.

Need forms from Sihao, Daniel, Josh, Nathanael and Randy

Gavin

IPC today (Soccer)

Hi all,

here are the results for the IPC we had today.

Round 1

Epsilon vs Omega 0-2
Epsilon vs Iota 2-0
Iota vs Omega 0-1

Round 2

Epsilon vs Omega 1-0
Iota vs Epsilon 1-0
Iota vs Omega 0-0

Final Round

B63/4 vs Phoenix 0-0

Since Omega and Epsilon tied with 2 points each, 20 points will be awarded to both platoons. In 3rd place, Iota will receive 10 points.

Thanks!

~B62

GMW on Sat

To those who have signed up for the Gold Modular Workshops, the date is this Saturday 17th of August. It starts at 8.30 am and ends at about 6pm, no lunch will be provided so bring money for lunch. The attire is Mufti (school PE or unit tee with long pants) for Evacuation and FA. For FD, wear your full RCU and for RCK wear your school uniform with tie. Bring along a water bottle, writing materials and an empty gold monitoring form with your silver monitoring forms which have been signed. Also remember to print your gold notes to make sure you pass. Lastly for those going for evacuation pls bring a set of newspapers. The location is the red cross campsite and the address is 62 Jalan Khairuddin, Singapore 457524. Good luck.

-B62

A minor update on platoon points.

Hi all,

Following the hidden IPC in which Jonathan won 30 platoon points, Epsilon has overtaken Omega (AGAIN) and is now ahead of Omega by 1 point! Try to keep your lead for longer than 1 training this time! (lol)


Thanks :D

~B62

Updated announcement for tomorrow (14 August):
1. Blood talk consent forms:
--- Search under "older posts" for a post with a scan of the form --> print and get your parent to sign --> pass to me tmr
--- Have not submitted: Daniel, Sihao, Josh, Nicholas, Kuan Yang, James, Nathanael, Randy

2. RCU loans for NDP:
--- Jared: beret, borrowed black socks, L shirt, 31 pants
--- Dylan: you can keep the 36 pants
--- Benjamin (B63): you can keep 30 pants
--- Saha (B63): 3 big buttons--- Sihao (B64): 41 boots
--- Daniel (B64): 6.5 beret

3. Sec 1s payment for RCU:
--- Have not paid: Zhong Yang, Tianxiang Liu, Taufeeq, Chiaw Soong

Hopefully you guys can pass up your respective stuff tmr. Collection will be done after training as it was done on Monday.

GMW AI

Hi All.

For those who signed up for GMW this Saturday, please print the silver monitoring forms and bring them tomorrow for us to sign. No forms no accreds yea. Print the gold monitoring forms and bring it this saturday, with the gold notes. Please start mugging beforehand, especially FD. Based on my experience, they will ask you to go the theory paper without a theory lesson :p And commanding practice impt arh. Half failed FD gold becos of commanding.

Reeve

Platoon points from Monday's Training

Hey guys,

Today's platoon points have been updated. Epsilon received 6 points (T.T), Iota received 43 points (^.^) and Omega received 38 points (~.~)

Now the platoon standings are as such:
1st) Iota
2nd) Omega
3rd) Epsilon

Good job to Iota~
Epsilon and Omega please buck up lah
-B62