Engineer–NCC Camp 2010 will be conducted from 22 to 25 Nov 10 in Seletar East Camp.

CO recommends this camp for cadets who wish to pursue a career in either engineering or with the combat engineers in the Army. Enrolment is on a first-come-first-serve basis. To be eligible for the camp, the participants need to have a minimum of NAPFA silver award, and Medical Officer certified fit for Camp. This is to ensure a minimum level of fitness among the participants, so that they are able to comfortably complete the camp without too much effort. Interested cadets, please see or call Mr Tan by 4 November. --------------------------- 1. The Engineer Formation has been actively taking steps over recent years to instil a greater sense of general awareness on the capabilities of the Singapore Combat Engineers. As part of this effort, 35 SCE has been tasked to organise the Engineer-NCC camp. 2. Engineer–NCC Camp 2010 will be conducted from 22 to 25 Nov 10 in Seletar East Camp. Feedback from last year’s participants (both organisers and NCC cadets) was positive and the cadets had a positive impression of the Engineer Formation by the end of the camp. Engineer-NCC Camp 2010 will likewise seek to provide a positive experience for all the participants. PRINCIPAL CONSIDERATIONS The organising principles behind the conduct and concept of Engineer-NCC Camp 2010 are: a. Maximising Experiential Leadership and Learning Opportunities. Cadets will assume various leadership appointments (ICs and 2ICs) throughout the duration of the camp to provide them with a first-hand experience of leading their fellow peers. Opportunities will also be created to allow interaction between the cadets and the officers, specialists and men of the Engineer Formation, so as to provide a good learning experience for all involved. b. Projecting a Positive Image and Identity. The cadets will be introduced to the wide spectrum of the Combat Engineers’ capabilities, so as to impress upon them that Engineers have evolved into a technologically-advanced and forward-looking force as part of the 3G SAF transformation. The attainment of the Engineer–NCC badge upon the completion of the camp will provide an affiliation for the young participants to the Engineers. c. Promulgation of the Engineer Core Values. The Combat Engineer core values of Professionalism, Fighting Spirit and Creativity will be promoted through the conduct and participation of the activities. d. Engaging and Positive Experience. This will be forged, with the following elements: (1) Fun and Interesting. With the rise in popularity of reality TV programmes, it is important to have a competitive and fun design to the program, pitting the skills and resolve of the cadets against both time and one another. This will foster a sense of accomplishment and culminate in the attainment of the Engineer-NCC badge. (2) Challenging and Safe. All participants will adhere to and comply with the Training and Safety Regulations (TSR) and existing directives to provide a safe environment in which the limits of the cadets will be fully stretched and tested. CONCEPT The Engineer-NCC camp 2010 is a 4-day 3-night adventure that first introduces the fundamentals of Engineer knowledge and skills through a series of lectures and practical lessons, and later provides the cadets with the room to exercise their creativity and leadership in applying the Engineer knowledge and skills previously learnt during the Engineer Skills Challenge. Through the conduct and participation of these activities, the Engineer Core Values will be showcased. The camp will be conducted in the following phases (see Annex A for the Camp Programme): a. Pre-Phase – Grouping & Medical Certification (1 Nov 10 – 8 Nov 10). CO Units are to facilitate the following: (1) Submit the nominal roll of camp participants (maximum of 4 per unit) and attached teacher officers to HQ NCC by 8 Nov 10. The nominal roll is to include the name, NRIC no., gender, address, contact number, medical history, meal preference (non-Muslim, Muslim or vegetarian), and the name and contact number of the next-of-kin. For teacher officers who drive, the registration numbers of vehicles are also required for a smoother gate clearance. A template is attached in Annex B. (2) Organise the medical check up for all the participants to ensure their suitability in undergoing the camp programme.[1] The medical records are to be submitted to HQ NCC by 8 Nov 10. (3) Appoint female teachers to act as liaison officers for the female camp participants throughout the duration of the camp. (4) Availability is subject to a first-come-first-served concept. All units who send participants will have to appoint a teacher officer to be a point of contact to be allocated as duty chaperons during the course of the camp. b. Phase I – Knowledge and Skill Acquisition (22 Nov 10 – 23 Nov 10). This two-day programme seeks to impart Combat Engineers’ core skills in the areas of Mobility, Counter-Mobility and Survivability to the cadets. c. Phase II – Engineer Skills Challenge (24 Nov 10). This is a full-day programme that allows the cadets to apply the skills acquired, internalise the Engineer core values, and further understand the function of the Engineers in operations through competing in a designed course of tasks. In addition, it will challenge the participants and give them a sense of accomplishment upon completion of the tasks. The Engineer-NCC badge will be presented to the cadets at the end of the day. d. Phase III – Experience Sharing (25 Nov 10). In the first part of the day, there will be a static display to showcase the present and future capabilities of the Engineers to the cadets. An experience sharing workshop will also be conducted to allow all the participants to share their thoughts on the camp.

ANNUAL NCC SHOOTING COMPETITION 2010

The Annual NCC Shooting Competition will be conducted at Nee Soon IMT Ranges for Part A & B cadets, and Nee Soon 100m Ranges for Part C Cadets. This event is open to both Boys and Girl Cadets of the NCC. The objective of the competition is to promote competitive shooting skills among NCC Cadets, to foster the spirit of competitiveness and generate interest to attain higher excellence in musketry skills. Cadets involved Part A (Date 9 Nov 2010) LCP JULIUS NG YEOW SENG (IC) PTE SIM JUN JIE PTE CHEW YEE HIAN PTE FOO SIANG JEN PTE LIANG EN (RESERVED)* Part B (9 Nov 2010) LCP CHUA JUN JIE (IC) LCP ANDY CHAN LCP KELVIN OH LCP JEREMY LIM LCP PIN FEN (RESERVED)* * RESERVED MUST ALSO GO TO THE COMPETITION Part C(18 Nov 2010) IMT Shoot (Part A & B). AM: Registration starts at 0800 hrs / PM: Registration starts at 1300 hrs (ACTUAL TIME TO BE CONFIRMED) 100m Shoot (Part C). PM: Registration starts at 1300 hrs ALL firers are to be properly attired in No. 4 Uniform, Field Dress (Including Teacher Officers). Firers who are not properly dressed will be disqualified. REGISTRATION All firers must report to Nee Soon Range, Statistics / Scores Centre for the respective events by 0800 hrs or 1300 hrs for registration. Briefing & Detailing will be conducted after the registration to cover the Competition Rules & Regulations as well as Range Safety. Firers who are late by 30 minutes (0930 hrs for AM Shoot, 1430 hrs for PM Shoot), will not be allowed to take part in the Competition. LOCATION 10. The competition for Part A & B Cadets will be held in NEE SOON IMT Centre 1 & 2. 11. The competition for Part C Cadets and other participants will be held in NEE SOON 100m RANGE 1 & 2. ADMINISTRATIVE INSTRUCTIONS All cadet firers are required to bring their Student Pass/EZ Link Card for verification and in case of any emergency. All firers shall be subjected to the standing orders of Nee Soon Camp. Any participant who misbehaves shall be liable to be disqualified from the shooting competition. Ration will not be provided for firers, except for officials who are assisting in the conduct of the range. All firers are to bring their own Earplugs, due to personal hygiene reason. Ferry Service between Khatib MRT Station and Nee Soon Ranges will be provided as follows: a. 8 Nov & 9 Nov 10 (1) 0730 hrs to 0930 hrs; (2) 1200 hrs to 1400 hrs; (3) 1600 hrs to 1800 hrs b. 16 & 18 Nov 10 (1) 0730 hrs to 0930 hrs; (2) 1200 hrs to 1400 hrs; (3) 1600 hrs to 1800 hrs c. 19 Nov 10 (1) 0730 hrs to 0930 hrs; (2) 1200 hrs to 1500 hrs THE FINALS OF THE COMPETITION IS ON THE 19 NOV, AND ONLY THOSE WHO MADE IT INTO THE FINAL NEED TO ATTEND.

TRAINING SCHEDULE FOR CCA CARNIVAL PERFORMERS

For Freestylers: 1-4 Nov 2pm-6pm 5 Nov - Cancelled due to Deepavali For PDS performers: 8-11 Nov 2-6pm 12 Nov 2-4pm Attire: Half school uniform with PE shirt Reporting Time: 15min before Training is compulsory. Any further information will be posted on this blog.

NCC INTRODUCTORY TAE-KWON DO HOLIDAY PROGRAMME (ITHP)

Cadets Involved: For all Part A and B cadets who are interested. Time: 5 x 1.5hr sessons on 2,3,6, 7, 8 Dec Timing: 9am - 10.30 (tentative) Venue: CCHY INTRODUCTION 1. Tae-Kwon Do (TKD) used to be a core topic in the NCC training programme. As one of NCC’s key trusts in improving and integrating the NCC programme, and to excite both current and future members of the NCC, Tae Kwon Do (TKD) opportunities will be implemented for NCC cadets. As learning martial arts provides a strong foundation for developing a strong sense of achievement and helps to develop character and physical fitness, TKD was short-listed due to its popularity, potential for cadets to represent school, impressive showing at the SYOG 2010 and its long association with the SAF. 2. The NCC Introductory Tae-Kwon Do Holiday Programme (ITHP) will be a school-based programme meant for Part A/B (preferably) cadets conducted by instructors from the Singapore Taekwondo Federation (STF). CO Units can select two/three consecutive days for the conduct of the ITHP. 3. The main objectives of NCC IHTP are as follows: a. Gain a basic understanding of TKD b. Able to be interested in pursuing TKD as part of NCC. c. Able to have fun and social bonding. PROGRAMME 4. The NCC ITHP will provide participants with the knowledge and confidence to enjoy basic TKD knowledge and to excite them to continue pursuing TKD as a platform for both physical and character development. 5. Method of Instruction. There will be a TKD instructor who will be assigned to the school unit during this ITHP who will instruct NCC cadets for 5 sessions (Each session will last about 1.5 hrs) during the holidays. To sign up, please send a message to Mr Victor Tan at 90093275 by 6 Nov in the following format: ITHP___ Please pass the word along.

TRAINING ON THE 5 NOVEMBER IS CANCELLED

All cadets must make it a point to refer to this blog regularly to check training details. And please, in the spirit of the NCC value of caring for fellow cadets, please always pass the message along to your peers in the same part should the information concern you and your peers.

THE ISLAND WIDE PARKS AND BEACH CLEANING 2010 - Punggol Park

Cadets Involved: All Part A Reporting Time: 1415hr outside General Office Bus departs at 1430hr. Activity expected to end at 17oohr. Attire: No. 4 and bring NCC T-shirt (Cadets are required to come to school in full No.4 with no head gear; change into NCC T-shirt and No.4 pants before reporting outside General Office.)