2006 Southern Cross Scout Unit

Meeting on Friday, 27th of Jan

2012-01-26T20:28:00.001+08:00

Dear scouts,

Please fall-in by 1330hrs tomorrow AFTER YOUR LUNCH. Attire is pt kit (Crux shirt). Pls bring along your Scout unifrom, 1.5 litre sprite bottle and Scout record book

If you have any questions, please feel free to call any APLs to clarify.

Yours-in-scouting,
Chow Shi Kai
Assistant Patrol Leader

Remedial not allowed on Fridays unless officially approved by school

2012-01-16T10:46:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts,

i would like to reiterate that Friday is a CCA day for Scouts and absolutely NO ONE is allowed to skip training on the pretext of arranging remedial lessons with their teachers. You are advised to seek the teachers' help on other days instead. Offenders will be disciplinary dealt with.

Regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Scouts 2012 Training Schedule for Term 1

2012-01-12T20:07:00.002+08:00

13-Jan-12 1330 - 1830 Ms Siti Masykura
27-Jan-12 1330 - 1830 Mr. Lincoln Chan
28-Jan-12 0745 - 1230 Mr. Johnson Sim
3-Feb-12 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng
10-Feb-12 1330 - 1700 Mr. Johnson (Only Sec 1s & 2s involved (Purchase of uniforms and equipment)
17-Feb-12 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng
18-Feb-12 0745 - 1230 Mr. Lincoln Chan
22-Feb-12 Founder's Day Parade
24-Feb-12 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng / Mr Lincoln Chan (Adiji Chief Scout Event)
25-Feb-12 0730-1330 Ms Siti Masykura & Mr. Johnson Sim Adiji Chief Scout Rally (St Patrick's)
2-Mar-12 TBC All Orientation Camp
9-Mar-12 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng Training (Job Week Distribution)
March Holidays (Job Week)

Meeting on Friday, 13th of Jan

2012-01-12T20:00:00.002+08:00

Dear scouts,

Please fall-in by 1325hrs tomorrow AFTER YOUR LUNCH. Attire is pt kit (Crux shirt). Pls bring along your Scout unifrom, 1.5 litre sprite bottle.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call any APLs to clarify.

Yours-in-scouting,
Chow Shi Kai
Assistant Patrol Leader

Details for CCA Fair 06/01/2012

2012-01-05T19:59:00.004+08:00

Greetings.

Time: 1200hrs
Meeting point: Outside Scout den
Attire: Pt Kit

Tomorrow, 06/1/2012 will be the CCA fair.
Please be present to help out at the Scout booth.You are required to bring your Full Uniform, 1.5 litre Sprite bottle and Scout poncho or ground sheet. Remember to polish your boots and ensure that your Scout uniform is in tip top condition. Try to arrive as early as possible once you are released at 1200hrs.

If there are any doubts or questions, please clarify with the probationary PLs.

Thank you and have a blessed day.

Yours in Scouting,
Chow Shi Kai
Probationary Patrol Leader

CCA Fair 6 Jan 2012

2012-01-05T07:15:00.002+08:00

Dear all,

All Sec 2- Sec 4 Scouts will be released from class at 12pm to prepare for the CCA fair.

Please meet outside the Scout Den straight at 12pm. You will be released for lunch on shifts.

All Scouts will have to be in FULL ATTIRE throughout the CCA fair.

Thank You.

Yours-in-scouting,
Siti Masykura

First Venture Meeting (Unofficial)

2011-12-03T23:49:00.003+08:00

Dear Ventures,

Your first unofficial training will be held this Thursday, 8th December 2011.

Meeting will neither be informal nor formal, but more to a friend to friend basis.
You are strongly encouraged to attend.

Venue: Bishan Stadium
Duration: 8am - After lunch
Attire: Standardised PT kit (To be discussed amongst the batch)
Things to bring: Towel, Standardised 1.5litre bottle with name tag, pen and notebook.

Yours in Venturing,
Venture Jolian Yew

5 Dec Meeting for 2011 Sec 2 Scouts only

2011-12-01T17:17:00.003+08:00

Dear Sec 2 Scouts,

There will be a meeting this coming Monday on 5 December. Following discussion with the teachers and adult leaders, we are holding this meeting to actually prepare you guys to work together and plan for next year's activities.

Attendance is compulsory. The APLs will be contacting you guys within the next few days.

Venue: Outside the Scout Den BY 815 am.
Duration: till 11 am latest
Attire: Full uniform
Things to bring: Test booklets

Yours in Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Meeting on Friday, 17th November

2011-11-17T11:06:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

There will be a meeting tomorrow. As we are doing stock-taking, you do not need to bring your Full Uniform. All are to fall-in by 7.45 am in your pt kit. The meeting should end by 12pm, depending on how fast we clear the scout den.

If you have any questions, feel free to call any of the PLs.

Thank You.

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Venture Interview 2011

2011-11-16T20:15:00.002+08:00

Greetings to all Secondary 3 Scouts,

The year is coming to an end and its time for our new recruitment of upcoming Ventures. Venturing is the next programme that is catered after the Scout Programme. The age range for Ventures is from 16 to 18.

I would like to address to all the Sec 3's that this year, it is compulsory for all of you to attend the Venture Interview as well as to join the Venture programme. The purpose of the interview is to provide an opportunity for the Leaders to understand you better and how you can improve in terms of your Scouting and daily life.

Below are the confirmed details of the Venture Interview:
Venue: St. Gabriel's Secondary School
Things to bring for the interview
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Resume
3. Portfolio
4. Full Scout Uniform (to be dressed by 0830hrs)

Are Sec 3's are to fall-in outside the Scout Den by 0830hrs and the interview will commence at 0900hrs.

Those who do not attend are to provide a Medical Certificate or an appropriate letter of excuse. Attendance is compulsory. If there are any questions regarding the interview, please feel free to drop us an email at crux_ventures@yahoo.com.sg

Get yourself prepared for the interview and see you on Saturday, 19 November 2011. Good Luck.

Yours in Scouting,
Benjamin Sho
Asst. Venture Scout Leader

Post HK Trip Tasks - Deadlines

2011-11-13T16:22:00.008+08:00

To all Scouts who participated in the HK Cultural Exchange, the teachers and leaders hope you have had a fruitful and of course, enjoyable trip! :) Official Photos taken by AVSL Zhan Hao would be put on your ever favourite facebook on either my profile or his within these few days! So don't hesitate to tag one another! Don't forget to upload your albums as well!

Now.. as all of you would know, it's not over yet till all your assignments and tasks have been submitted.

So do take note of the following reasonable deadlines, which are to be adhered to STRICTLY. All late submissions will not be entertained. Always remember the 2nd night when you undertook the Scout Promise on your honour.

The sec 2s and 3s are to take charge of these (not only the Patrol Leaders for the trip):

01) Individual Reflections Write-Up (for your badge): All write-ups are to be completed and submitted to your Patrol Leader (in Microsoft Word Compatible Version Format) or a representative from your Patrols. The representative is to then send the files to my email - konglong167@hotmail.com - The documents are to be in my inbox by 20 November 2011 (Sunday) @ 2100hrs.

02) Patrol Hike Report (for your Advanced Scout Standard Exploration Component): As discussed to the PLs, all hike reports are to be sent to my inbox by 27 November 2011 (Sunday) @ 2100hrs. Do not forget to include the photos!

03) Patrol Journal and Hike Map Making: Also briefed to you guys already; all journals and maps are to be submitted to me physically (by PL or representative) by the end of this month

So a total of 4 things to do within these 3 points. Feel free to contact me should you need any help. I would suggest that you all meet during your free time at least twice(before some of you go overseas again)to complete everything. Remember that this is a privilege given to you, especially for the exploration portion so make the best use of it! And do a good one so that everything can be cleared smoothly.

So don't be like that...

Or you'll end up like this! (if you remember where you saw it)

Yours-In-Scouting,

Lin Junrong
Venture Adult Leader
2006 Southern Cross Scout Group

Enquiries about Shoes

2011-11-08T21:26:00.002+08:00

Dear all,

have received a few enquiries about shoes in the midst of my packing.

Actually for Full Uniform, we expect either Scout shoes/boots. However, for ease of travelling, we are fine with black sport shoes too. Thx

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

A gentle reminder on the Checklist

2011-11-08T10:34:00.000+08:00

Specially prepared for St Gabriel's Sec
CHECKLIST
0 Passport
0 Check Expiry Date – make sure it has been renewed
0 Clothes / Jacket
0 Sunscreen/ hat / cap
0 Undergarments etc
0 Socks
0 Covered Shoe & Slippers (to wear in hotel only)
0 Contact Lenses & Solution & Casing (you are strongly encouraged to bring
your specs as well)
0 Spare Specs
0 Sunglasses
0 Toothbrush & Toothpaste
0 Comb/hair cream
0 Shampoo / Facial Foam
0 Body shampoo
0 Towel (small one)/ face towel
0 Handkerchiefs/Wet Ones/Tissues
0 Stationery (Pen and Notebook)(Compulsory)
0 Digital cam and cables / Cameras / Batteries
0 Mobile Phone and charger (with your parents’ permission)
0 Alarm clock
0 HKG Dollars (1 SGD = 5.9 HKD)
0 Singapore dollars (for you to take cab home)
0 Water-bottle
0 Snacks, instant noodles
0 Deodorants
0 Motion sickness – eg axe-oil….
0 Your own medication (doctor’s prescription, if any)
0 Raincoat / umbrella
0 Small calculator for currency exchange
0 Small carrier bag for your daily trip out of the hotel (preferably water
proof)
0 Plastic bag( for you to put your used clothes)
0 Sewing kit, safety pin
0 Ask your friend to remind you about the trip the night before
0 Give our emergency contact number to your parents
0 Do you require any special meals?
0 EZ Link card upon arrival back to Singapore
0 Remind your parents when you are returning back
0 Inform your other teachers that you are not in Singapore during this time
(in case you have other activities in school)

Scouts Learning Trip to Hong Kong

2011-11-07T20:48:00.006+08:00

Dear Parents/Guardians/Scouts,

My apologies for not being able to attend the briefing as i have something to attend to on that day. Anyway there are some important matters to update you all.

1. Just spoke to Mr. Ken on the phone and he informed me that the Scouts are to report to Terminal 3, NOT Terminal 2, at Row 10 area at 0700. I will be smsing all parents tomorrow to provide the final confirmation on the Terminal and Row No. So no worries.

2. A few Scouts failed to pass us your passports last Sat. Thus, a gentle reminder to bring your passports on the crucial day itself. We cannot afford to have any delays. Pls take note.

3. As for the arrival in Singapore on 12 Nov, parents may want to confirm the exact terminal online. Otherwise, u may give Ken a call at 97946085 a day prior to arrival.

Finally, I urge all to put on your best behaviour and let us strive to have a fulfilling trip in Hong Kong. Looking forward to the trip with you all.

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Meeting on Friday, 4th November

2011-11-02T19:28:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

There will be a meeting this Friday. Fall-in by 8am outside the scout den after having your breakfast. Bring along your Full-uniform, Pt kit, water bottles and scouts record book. Remember to study for your Exploration(1) test.

If you have any questions, feel free to call any of the PLs.

Thank You.

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Hong Kong Heritage Trail 2011

2011-10-31T21:11:00.002+08:00

Greetings Scouts,

As the trip is getting closer, I would require all those who are attending the Hong Kong Trip to do some preparation (homework) before the trip.

Do some read up on Scouting history (both international and local). You can find the information online. During the trip, we will have some quiz about Scouting in patrol levels. Some of the questions that I will asking would be as follows:

a. What is the full name of our founder of the Scout movement?
b. Who was the father of Scouting in Singapore?
c. Where was the first World Jamboree held?
d. Which are the countries do not have Scouting in their country?
e. Name me the current Scout districts active in Singapore.

These are some examples that will be asked during the quiz. Please do some read up about it. The purpose for doing this read up is to equip you with the necessary knowledge as you are guys are wearing the World Scout badge. Definitely, you need to have some foundation and if you don't know anything about Scouting, something is definitely wrong!

Do take some time to read up about it. Remember, our Scout motto is "Be Prepared". Please do your homework as it is very important for your personal upbringing. Thank you.

Yours in Scouting,
Benjamin Sho
Scout Leader

Scouts Learning Trip to Hong Kong

2011-10-31T19:36:00.001+08:00

Dear participants,

The Hong Kong trip will go on as scheduled. See you and your parents on 5 Nov Saturday 9am at the AVA room.

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Meeting on Saturday, 29th of October

2011-10-28T18:01:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

There will be a meeting tomorrow. Fall-in by 8.20am, WITH THE FLAG POLE ALREADY BUILT. Have your breakfast before coming for meeting. Bring along your full-uniform, PT kit, water bottles and scout record book. The meeting will end at latest 12.30pm.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask any PL.

Thank You.

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Scouts Learning Trip to Hong Kong

2011-10-28T12:33:00.001+08:00

Dear Parents/Guardians, (Only parents of Scouts involved in Hong Kong trip)

We would like to invite you to a briefing on the Scouts’ Learning Trip to Hong Kong. Details as follows:

Date: 5 Nov 2011 (Sat)
Time: 0900 – 1000
Venue: AVA Room

The agenda includes:
1. An overview of the itinerary
2. Packing list
3. Flight details + Reporting Venue/Time
4. Emergency contact numbers
5. Q & A

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Scouts Learning Trip to Hong Kong

2011-10-27T08:14:00.003+08:00

Dear all,

as of today, the tour agency has paid the deposit for the air tickets and has been trying hard to secure BP International Hotel, which is of utmost concern to all of us.

However, it is not within our power to do anything further as the teachers and old boys have settled the administrative procedures and itinerary respectively.

Nevertheless, i will still give out the information form (Details of Parents' Briefing on 5 Nov 9am) to the Scouts tomorrow after assembly. Fingers-crossed, we sincerely hope that the agency will settle the lodging within these few days. Otherwise, it will be devastating to see all our efforts wasted.

Do be assured that your cheques are with me and i will only make payment only after the hotel accomodation is confirmed.

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Meeting on Friday, 21st October

2011-10-19T17:28:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

There will be a meeting this Friday. Fall-in by 1.45pm outside the scout den after having your lunch. Bring along your Full-uniform, Pt kit, water bottles and scouts record book. As we may be having some games, you may want to bring along an extra set of clothes to change.

Sec 1s who are going for your learning journey in the morning do not have to bring along your uniforms and are to fall in by 2.20pm.

If you have any questions, feel free to call any of the PLs.

Thank You.

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Training Dates for October-November

2011-10-17T10:31:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts,

training dates as follows:

Fri 21-Oct 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng Training
Fri 28-Oct No training due to last day of school (Annual Staff Dinner)
Sat 29-Oct 0745 - 1230 Mr. Johnson Sim Training
Fri 4-Nov 0745 - 1230 Mr. Zhang Huasheng Training
Wed-Sat 9-12 Nov To be cfrmed Mr. Lincoln + Ms.Siti Hong Kong Trip

I reiterate that attendance is compulsory.

Yours in Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

54th Jamboree on the Air & 15th Jamboree on the Internet

2011-10-15T08:17:00.003+08:00

Dear all,

Had no time to brief you all as exams have been ongoing for the past two weeks.
Nevertheless, do read up on the information and actively participate!

Message from Dr Mohd Effendy Bin Rajab as follows:

The annual JOTA-JOTI is here again! This year’s theme will revolve around “Peace, Environment and Natural Disasters”. Having a live conversation with a fellow Scout in some other place in the world gives the same excitement as having a normal Jamboree on the land without the normal expenses. Just like a normal Jamboree, the JOTA-JOTI is also an event when Scouts can share their experiences and exchange their ideas.

This year, the World Organisation of the Scout Movement will be hosting the 54th Jamboree on the Air & the 15th Jamboree on the Internet from 15 to 16 October 2011. WOSM has also announced that Astronaut and Scout Master Mike Fossum is planning to participate in JOTA from the International Space Station!

You can obtain more information (including whether he will be passing by near Singapore) at: http://www.scout.org/en/information_events/news/2011/jota_from_space In view of the heavy manpower resources our Scouts have will put into training for the National Patrol Camp and the forthcoming End of Year examinations, we are encouraging Scouts to participate in this event in the comfort of their own homes. More information about the event including the meaning of this year’s theme can be found at: http://www.scout.org/en/information_events/news/2011/jota_joti_2011. In addition, new participants may get some basic information at:http://www.scout.org/en/information_events/events/joti/jota_joti_for_newbies.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Scouts Learning Trip to Hong Kong

2011-10-03T11:47:00.002+08:00

Dear Parents,

I will be disseminating the edusave forms within the next few days, and will be collecting the forms, together with the cheque. Will attach an information form for your perusal.

My sincere apologies for the collection of money as i will need to proceed with the payment a month before the actual trip.

Appreciate your kind understanding as there is a great amount of planning and admin to be worked out on our part. At the end of the day, it is all for our Scouts.

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Badges for sale for fund-raising

2011-09-18T11:21:00.008+08:00

Dear scouts,

There is a cub scout camporee coming up and they are raising funds by selling badges. I have decided to open up this fund-raising to all of you as well, since you most of you are interested in collecting badges after seeing all the badges from the Jamborees. All sale proceeds will go to the camporee committee to help those who cannot afford to go for the trip.

CUB SCOUT COMMEMORATIVE JIGSAW BADGE SET ($10 per set)
The Cub Scout Events 2011 Badges can be put together to form a large badge.

Order Number (1)
Collect all 5 pieces with ease when you purchase this set. Assembled diameter 10cm, fully embroided.

Order Number (2)
CUB SCOUT COMMEMORATIVE BADGE SET (UNCUT JACKET/VEST PATCH) ($15 per set)
This is a special edition of the Cub Scout Events 2011 Badges. Uncut diamater 15cm embroided badge with a gold merrow border. ONLY 200 PIECE MADE)

Order Number (3)
SINGAPORE CUB SCOUTS BADGE SET (SOLD SEPARATELY) ($2 per piece)
This is a special Singapore Cub Scouts Badge set.

Order Number (4)
TEMASEK RACCOONS AT THE CAMPOREE BADGE SET (RACCOON and KOALA) ($10 per set)
Temasek Raccoons commemorate their participation at the 5th Cub Scout Camporee with this special set, made to raise funds to defray the costs of the Camporee.

Front with Two fully embroided badges 9 cm width X 6 cm height
mounted on fully coloured printed card measuring 22 X 14.5 cm.

Order Number (5)
SPECIAL EDITION SOARING EAGLES AT THE CAMPOREE BADGE SET (EMU and EAGLE) ($10 per set)
Casuarina Soaring Eagles Cub Scouts, Endeavour Soaring Eagles and Soaring Eagles Open Scouts and Ventures commemorate their participation at the 5th Cub Scout Camporee with this special set. Inspired by the popular game Angry Birds, only 600 sets in circulation, 300 left.

If you are interested in any of these badges, please message me through phone or Facebook to make reservations by LATEST SATURDAY NIGHT. You will get the badges next week. Please message your name, order number and quantity.

Thank You

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Overseas Trip to Hong Kong 2011

2011-09-12T11:11:00.004+08:00

Dear Parents,

I will be distributing the following consent form (Overseas Trip to Hong Kong) to the Scouts tomorrow on Tuesday. Please check with your sons/wards and peruse. Thank you.

Regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Scouts Learning Trip in Hong Kong

St Gabriel’s Secondary School Scouts is pleased to share that we have planned a trip for the Scouts to Hong Kong this coming November.
1. Main activities include:
- Hotel stay at Baden Powell International. (Specially catered for Scouts)
- Visits to HK Cultural Centre / Victoria Harbour / Wax Museum
- A guided unit hike to promote bonding
- Ocean Park or Disneyland

We will be departing on 9 Nov and arriving on 12 Nov. (Departure and Arrival dates are subjected to changes at this point and could differ by one day). Estimated cost for this trip will be approximately SGD $500-1000. (Subjected to changes due to flight ticket prices and group size)

2. Finance
- All Singapore Citizens will be subsidized $200 by the Internationalization Fund Subsidy.
- Students who choose to use funds from their Edusave accounts may also do so if there are enough funds. For students who are under Financial Assistance Programme, may apply for additional financial assistance, subjected to approval on a case-by-case basis by the school.

3. Eligibility
I must stress that this trip is optional and only students with good disciplinary records and who have attended the training sessions regularly (>75%) will be allowed to participate in the overseas trip.

Please fill in the attached form and return it with a photocopy of your child’s passport to our teachers-in-charge by Friday 16 September.
Further details will be provided after our Travel Agent confirms the itinerary and final cost of the trip.

Teachers-In-Charge : Mr Lincoln Chan (chan_chih_choong@moe.edu.sg)
Ms Siti Masykura
Mr Zhang Huasheng
Mr Johnson Sim

*Reply slip is in hard copy

Cancellation of Training on 9 Sep

2011-09-04T17:19:00.001+08:00

Dear all,

do take note that training will be cancelled on Friday 9 Sep due to the Sec 3s taking part in the kayaking course.

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

SCDF Civil Defence Badge on 18 Nov 2011

2011-08-31T17:37:00.002+08:00

Dear Sec 2s and 3s who are not going for the Sept CD badge course, you are to register with Michael Lee to attend the CD badge course on 18 Nov 2011.

Please check your calenders (consult your parents of any plans) and give a confirmation to Michael Lee by 9 Sept for your registration of the abovementioned course.

Sec 3s are higly advised to go as part of your badge requirements.
Sec 3s can't go for the Sept one as it initially clashes with the Kayaking course.

Thank you guys for your co-operation.

Regards,
Ms Siti

1 Star Kayaking Course on 8 & 9 Sept

2011-08-31T17:30:00.003+08:00

The 1 star kayaking course is compulsory for all Sec 3s.
If there is any concern please do contact Ms Siti.

All Sec 3s are required to pass the forms back to Ms Siti latest by 1st Sept. Please contact her if you can't do so by tom.

Venue: Kallang Water Sports Centre
Time: 0800h - 1400h on 8th and 9th Sept
(PLS MEET AT 0730 at NICOLL HIGHWAY STATION)

Attire: School t-shirt, shorts, shoes or sandals (no slippers)with water bottles, and Straps for spectacles if necessary.

Pls bring another set of clothes for change.

Thank you.

Regards,
Ms Siti

SCDF Civil Defence Badge on 6 Sept 2011

2011-08-31T17:21:00.002+08:00

Details for the for the following course are as follows:

Time: 0845 - 1630 h (Please report at 0815 at Yishun MRT to Shi Kai)
Venue: Yishun Fire Station - 533 Yishun Industrial Park A #01-01 (768774)
Attire: Half Uni

Transportation and lunch not provided.

The people going are:
1) Ervin Chan
2) Yong Jie Xiong
3) Ong Kai Wen (to replace Minelli)
4) Nathaniel Tan
5) Tandy
6) Xavier
7) Shi Kai (Leader - Pls report to him and pass all consent forms to him asap)
8) Clement
9) James Lim
10) Kleve Chiong
11) Kwek Kee En

Attendance is compulsory for these people as the course has been paid for. Failure to attend also means a failure for the course.

Please contact Ms Siti if there is any other enquiries.

Thank you.

Cancellation of Training for 26 and 27 August

2011-08-10T20:13:00.002+08:00

Dear all,

training will be cancelled for the dates of 26 and 27 August due to the Presidential Election.

Regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

7th Asia Pacific Region Jamboree On the Internet/Air

2011-08-05T10:11:00.002+08:00

Greetings Scouts,

For those who attended the JOTI before, its here again! Its happening this Saturday from 6th August to 7th August 2011. This time, all participants can do freely at home. The purpose of Jamboree on the Internet is simply by spreading friendship throughout the world via internet and radio air. Its the simplest and cheapest form of connecting with new Scouts from abroad instead of attending a Jamboree.
You can commence immediately by going to this link: http://www.scoutlink.net/

It gives the steps on how you can start communicating with Scouts from abroad. However, you will need to download a simple chat software called IRC. All is stated in the link and there are channels set up by different National Scout Organisations for you to choose from.

For those who have skype, you can go under the options on search skype users, and type JOTI under the search box. From there, a list of contacts will be available for you to choose from.

Once you have participated in the JOTI, you can print out certificate via this link:
http://www.scout.org.tw/APR-AIJ/APR-AIJ.htm

Please make sure you do participate in the event before printing out the certificate (integrity!)

The host country for this event is our brother Scouts from Taiwan. Therefore, I would like to wish everyone a happy JOTI, make new friends and establish harmonious relations! God Bless!

Yours in Scouting,
AVSL Benjamin Sho
2006 Southern Cross Scout Troop

7th Asia-Pacific Region Air / Internet Jamboree

2011-08-05T10:02:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

The Air-Internet Jamboree was established in 2004 for Scouts to contact each other by means of amateur radio and through the internet. Having a live conversation with a fellow Scout in some other place in the world gives the same excitement as having a normal Jamboree on the land without the normal expenses. Just like a normal Jamboree, the Air / Internet Jamboree is also an event when Scouts can share their experiences and exchange their ideas.

This year, the General Association of the Scouts of China (Taiwan Scouts) will be hosting the 7th Asia-Pacific Region Air / Internet Jamboree from 6 to 7 August 2011.

You may want to visit the following websites for more information:
Taiwanese Scouts Website: http://www.scout.org.tw/APR-AIJ/APR-AIJ.htm
Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/7th-Asia-Pacific-Regional-AirInternet-Jamboree/208191839215019

Scouts that participate will be awarded with an event badge and a Certificate of Participation. So please, feel free to interact with your friends from over-the-seas, and make the best out of this experience!

Warm Regards,
Mr Johnson Sim

Meeting on Friday, 5th August

2011-08-04T19:20:00.002+08:00

Dear scouts,

Please fall-in by 1.45pm outside the scout den after having your lunch.Everybody is to bring your full uniform, pt kit, 1.5l sprite bottle and your donation draw booklets for collection. If you have any questions, please feel free to call any PLs to clarify.

Yours-in-scouting,
Michael Lee
Patrol Leader

Donation Draw Booklets

2011-08-03T11:28:00.003+08:00

Dear all,

all are to hand in the Donation Draw booklets to Mr. Zhang Huasheng by this Friday's meeting. Alternatively, you may pass it to him as and when during school. Friday is the deadline.

Regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Attendance

2011-08-01T08:23:00.003+08:00

Dear all,

I wuuld like to reiterate the fact that a MC or parent's letter/call is required if you are absent for the meeting. Do pass the relevant documents to any of the Scout teachers asap if you have not done so. Note that for Scouts with attendance <75%, you will be given a "Fair" conduct and WILL NOT receive any CCA points earned for that particular year. This is in line with the MOE policy and is implemented throughout all schools. So do ensure that you attend your meetings diligently and punctually.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Sec 1 (Total Strength: 23) %
DOMINIC LOH RUI JIE 50.0
OW YEONG KIAT WAI, XAVIER 83.3
LOW WEI JIE, BERTRAM JED 83.3
ALSACOFF AHAMED S/O D A S 100.0
HARIDHARAN S/O KARTHIKEYAN 83.3
MINELLI FRANCESCO JIAN AN 83.3
TANDY LOW DEAN 100.0
BENEDICT TAY JIA SHERN 100.0
MUHAMMAD ARMAAN QAIZER B RAZIM 100.0
Ramana 100.0
BRENDEN RINCORAYA HUANG 0.0
DENZEL CHEN JIE 100.0
ERVIN CHAN JUN WEE 100.0
LEE OH SHUEN WANG, SAMUEL 100.0
RUSSELL TAN REN 100.0
YONG JIE XIONG 83.3
DENNIS CHAN 100.0
BRIAN JOSEPH NG JUN HENG 83.3
Seth 100.0
ONG KAI WEN 100.0
NATHANIEL TAN 33.3
Bryan Khng 66.7
Ryan Yew 100.0

Sec 2 (Total Strength: 17)
CHOW SHI KAI 100.0
LUKASZ YIM 66.7
TAN KEE WEI, NIGEL 100.0
WONG WEI HAO TIMOTHY 83.3
EDWIN NG YEONG SHYAN 33.3
LEAU KANGXU, RUSSELL 100.0
ADRIEL QUEK JIE RONG 66.7
CLEMENT SEOW 83.3
KLEVE CHIONG SIAT KIT 100.0
KWEK KEE EN 100.0
UZER DANIAL B SUKARI 33.3
LIM JIA YANG, JAMES 100.0
ETHAN GALISTAN 66.7
ANG WEI HAO, RYAN 83.3
JUNIEL THUM HEW PUN 83.3
WINSON KOH YONG SHENG 66.7
R NIRVIIN 50.0

Sec 3 (Total Strength: 14)
Fong Yew Peng 100.0
Ho June 66.7
Brandon Tan 100.0
Jonathan Koh 100.0
Po Jiun 66.7
Egan Mah 100.0
Joseph Lim 100.0
Michael Lee 100.0
Darren Chong 100.0
Darren Ong 100.0
Matthew 100.0
Dominic Tan 83.3
Eden Tan 50.0
Nicholas Chai 83.3

National Exploration Challenge

2011-07-29T15:28:00.003+08:00

Dear all,

this event will be held at the Marina Barrage on (Sat) 30 July 2011. This year's Challenge will comprise activities that are specially crafted to develop and challenge skills in areas such as map-reading, navigation, observation, and mapmaking. The Challenge will test patrols on navigation, observation, orienteering and mapping. Every participant will receive 1 commemorative event badge and 1 award badge.

We will be sending a team of 5 members and the participants are

1. Fong Yew Peng (PL)
2. Darren Ong
3. Adriel Quek
4. Nigel Tan
5. Ong Kaiwen

Selected participants are to report to Marina Barrage by 0800 hrs. The attire is Scout shirt with scarf and shorts. Estimated ending time is 1800 hrs.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

District Bowling Competition on 23 July

2011-07-22T07:13:00.002+08:00

Dear all,

Serangoon District will be organizing the above mentioned event for Scout groups.
The details of this event are as follows:

Date : 23 July 2011 (Saturday)
Venue : Hougang Superbowl
Registration : 9.30 am
Attire : Half Uniform

1) A team is made up of 4 members.
2) Participating groups can earn points for the Frank Cooper Sands Award.
3) Prizes will be awarded to winning teams.

The representatives for our Troop are as follows:

Juniel Thum
Ramana
Nigel Tan
Clement Seow
Nathaniel Tan
Xavier Ow
Armaan Qaizer
Ervin Chan
Winson Soh
Denzel Chen
Tandy Low
Ryan Yew

You may make your way to the Hougang Superbowl by taking the MRT to Kovan station and a short walk. Pls be there by 930 am. Have attached the url for your reference.

http://www.streetdirectory.com/asia_travel/travel/travel_id_53145/travel_site_89052/

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Meeting on Friday, 15th of July

2011-07-14T21:32:00.002+08:00

Dear scouts,

Please fall-in by 2pm tomorrow AFTER YOUR LUNCH. There will be NO opening ceremony due to time constraints. However, you will still need to bring your full uniform. Bring along your Scout Record Book as well so that the leaders can sign to confirm you have passed the test.

All Sec 2s will be dismissed at 4pm to prepare for the concert at night. The rest of the unit will be dismissed at 5pm.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call any PLs to clarify.

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

NYAA Forms and Scout Boots

2011-07-07T14:45:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

NYAA Forms
The following boys have yet to submit their NYAA forms.

1) James (3E2)
2) Po Juin (3E4)
3) Egan (3E3)
4) Dominic (3N1)
5) Nicholas (3E5)

6) Uzer (2E4)

Please do remember to bring and submit your NYAA forms on Friday, 08 July 2011. I have managed to ask for an extension for you guys, so please make that little bit of effort, and submit your reflection form to get the award.

Payment for Scout Marching Boots
Sec 1 scouts who have yet to submit the $15 for their Marching boots, please remember to submit the money during the meeting on Friday, 08 July 2011. I will be there to collect the money from you guys.

Best Regards,
Mr Johnson Sim

Early dismissal on 15 July 5pm

2011-07-06T09:39:00.003+08:00

Dear all,
do note that all CCA activites will cease by 5pm on 15 July due to teachers and students having to attend the Symphonic Band concert. Thank you.

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Meeting on Fri (1/7)

2011-06-30T19:59:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

Please take note that meeting will resume on Friday, 1st of July. Fall in outside the scout den by 1:45pm. Please bring along your Full Uniform, PT Kit, NYAA forms, Scout record book and your 1.5L Sprite bottle.

Thank You.

Yours-in-scouting,
Fong Yew Peng
Patrol Leader

NYAA Reflection Form

2011-06-28T12:37:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts,

This is a gentle reminder to submit your reflection forms for NYAA Silver (Sec 3s) and Bronze (Sec 2s). Please do place the forms in my pigeon hole outside the staff room. Alternatively, you may submit the forms directly to me before the meeting on Friday, (1st July 2011).

The deadline for submission of forms is Friday (1st July 2011). Your award will not be processed if you fail to submit the forms by then.

Regards,
Mr Johnson Sim.

Training Schedule for Term 3 & 4

2011-06-27T17:54:00.003+08:00

Dear all,

training dates as follow. (Do note that there may be upcoming events like courses or campfires)

Fri 1-Jul 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng Training
Fri 8-Jul 1330 - 1830 Ms. Siti
Fri 15-Jul 1330 - 1830 Mr. Johnson Sim
Fri 22-Jul 1330 - 1830 Mr. Lincoln Chan
Fri 29-Jul 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng
Sat 30-Jul 0745 - 1230 Ms. Siti
Fri 5-Aug 1330 - 1830 Mr. Johnson Sim
Fri 12-Aug 1330 - 1830 Mr. Lincoln Chan
Fri 19-Aug 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng
Fri 26-Aug 1330 - 1830 Ms. Siti
Sat 27-Aug 0745 - 1230 Mr. Johnson Sim
Fri 2-Sep Teacher's Day
Fri 9-Sep 1330 - 1830 Mr. Lincoln Chan
Fri 16-Sep 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng
Training ceased for SA2 preparations

I would also like to take this opportunity to welcome our new members, Bryan, Ramana, Seth and Ryan into our Scout Troop. Patrol Leaders and Assistant Patrol Leaders, do take note and help to integrate them into our troop.

On a side note, it is also of utmost priority to work on the Progress Badges asap. Do bear in mind that the school may ask for a UG parade to commemorate NDP, so we may end up working within a very tight timeline. Thx

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Invitation to Parents to our 52nd Annual Campfire

2011-06-16T21:56:00.002+08:00

Dear Parents,

riding on our Scouts Vice-Chairman Egan's email, i would like to cordially invite all parents to attend our 52nd Annual Campfire themed "Guiding Light" this coming Saturday 18th June at 7pm.

However on a side note, i hope to impress upon you that all Scouts are to stay overnight till Sunday morning for the clearing up as a Team. I know they will be tired, may have church or tuition the next day. But i do seek your support and understanding based on the fact that if you are in my shoes and you allow 1 or 2 scouts to leave for home, it will be very unfair to the rest of the Scouts. It is our wish to instil camaraderie within the Scouts. Many thanks in advance and hope to see you all on Saturday!

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Invitation for parents for the Campfire on Saturday, 19 June

2011-06-15T07:04:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

Please note that your parents are invited for our unit's 52nd campfire. The campfire will start at around 7.30pm so they can arrive at around 7pm before the campfire starts.

If you have any questions, please call any PLs to clarify.
Thank You.

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Extended Meeting on Wednesday, 15 June

2011-06-11T21:06:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

Please be informed that the meeting on Wednesday, 15 June will end at 6.30pm instead of 12.30pm. This is due to the incompletion of preparations on time.

If you have any questions, please call any PL or APL to clarify.

Thank You.

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

CHIJ St. Nicholas Campfire, SANA Course and Civil Defence Course

2011-06-03T21:17:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

Regarding the CHIJ St.Nicholas Campfire on 6 June 2011(monday), all scouts who are interested on attending please meet me at the blocks opposite the school on the day of the campfire at 5.30pm. You are supposed to wear your full uniform if u wish to attend the campfire, and please do have a snack before you come as dinner is not provided. As for parents who wish to pick up their sons after the campfire, do take note that CHIJ St. Nicholas is located at the holding school in Toa Payoh and not in Ang Moh Kio.

For the participants who have submitted their names for the SANA and Civil Defence Course, the dates of the course are 16 June and 6 September respectively. More details of the courses will be posted on the blog closer to the course dates, so please do check the blog regularly.

Yours-In-Scouting,
Michael Lee
Patrol Leader

2011-06-03T12:23:00.005+08:00

Dear all,

Do take note of the following changes to the campfire training dates due to the insertion of Singapore Anti-Narcotics Course for some of the Scouts. And also, i have decided not to give out the information form (which lists the training dates) as i felt it will be better to update the blog in case of any changes. Thank you.

Mon 6-Jun 0745 - 1230
Wed 8-Jun 0745 - 1230
Fri 10-Jun 0745 - 1230
Mon 13-Jun 0745 - 1230 (CANCELLED)
Tues 14-Jun 0745 - 1230 (CANCELLED)
Wed 15-Jun 0745 - 1230 (NEWLY ADDED)
Fri 17-Jun 0745 - 1700*
Sat - Sun 18-19 June 0745 Sat to 1230 Sun

Regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Campfire Preparation Dates

2011-05-18T21:29:00.003+08:00

Dear Parents / Guardians,
Our Scout Group will be holding our much-anticipated 52nd Annual Campfire this year, on 18 June 2011, Saturday.

A Campfire is an annual (bi-annual for some units) event whereby Scouts and Guides from the various secondary schools and pre-university institutes gather for a night of fun and in commemoration of the Scouting spirit. It is also a showcase of our members’ talents and skills in planning, organization, initiation and aesthetics (performances) to other units.

Being one of the oldest Scout Units in Singapore, we have proudly held a Campfire for every year since 1959. This year is no exception, marking a significant milestone in our Group’s rich history.

Therefore, in preparation for this important and jubilant event, there will be an increase in training and preparation sessions for the Scouts after their mid-year examinations. This is not only to ensure that preparations for the various campfire departments are adequate and well, but to also give your son / ward an insight into campfire (events) planning and organization as well as for them to progress in the aspects of our core skills such as leadership and pioneering.

Please note that attendance is compulsory for these trainings / preparations and will be taken as part of your son / ward’s overall CCA attendance. We understand that your family may be away for overseas trips and your son / ward will be expected to produce a Medical Certificate or a letter of excuse acknowledged by you if he is unable to attend any of the trainings. I have communicated with a few parents earlier on that we will try to hold the campfire in the early weeks of June but unable to do so due to time constraints. We seek your understanding in this matter.

The preparation dates are as follows:
Wed 1-Jun 0745 - 1230
Fri 3-Jun 0745 - 1230
Mon 6-Jun 0745 - 1230
Wed 8-Jun 0745 - 1230
Fri 10-Jun 0745 - 1230
Mon 13-Jun 0745 - 1230
Tues 14-Jun 0745 - 1230
Fri 17-Jun 0745 - 1700*
Sat - Sun 18-19 June 0745 Sat to 1230 Sun
(It is compulsory for all Scouts to stay overnight and help with the clearing-up the next morning. We would like to advocate the
“All for one, one for all” spirit among our Scouts and thus, we seek the parents’ understanding and support in regards to this matter.)

Please note that the timings for the campfire preparations are subjected to change in lieu of any unforeseen events. Lunch will be provided on 17 June, lunch and dinner on 18 June.

We would also like to extend our warm invitations to all parents to join us on the 18th of June for the campfire at 1900. Further information will be provided the week before the campfire.

After the event, all regular scout trainings will cease till school reopens. Tentatively, we may be participating in 1 or 2 campfires organised by other schools.

Thank you for your kind understanding and support.

An information form will be distributed to the Scouts this coming Friday.

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Combined UG Parade on 20th May

2011-05-17T09:52:00.003+08:00

Dear all,
The combined UG Passing Out Parade has been scheduled on Fri 20th May. The rehearsal dates & timings will be as follows:

Wed 18/5 2pm–430pm (All Sec 4s & some Sec 3 KPs UG Cadets)
Thu 19/5 725am–830am & 3pm–530pm (All Sec 1-4 UG Cadets)
Fri 20/5 230 pm – 4 pm (All Sec 1-4 UG Cadets)

On the actual day itself, all Sec 1-3 UG cadets will form the supporting contingent. Only for Sec 1s, they will be wearing their school uniform while Sec 2-4s are expected to don their full uniform on that day.

The parade will start promptly at 5 pm and will end around 530 pm followed by a Tea reception from 530 pm to 6 pm at the canteen. Food has been catered.

All UG teachers will don their full uniforms on that day to mark the significance of this event and the whole function should end latest by 7pm. Mr Marcel Lee will be the Guest-of-Honour for this event.

In the event of wet weather, there will be a simple ceremony in School Hall (Handing over of flag and pace stick )

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Combined UG Parade

2011-04-18T12:03:00.002+08:00

Dear all,
Do note that the Combined UG Parade has been postponed to 20th May. The details will be posted at a later date. The reason is because the school would much prefer the students to focus on their SA1 at this crucial time. I believe this should tie in well with our goals.

Finally, our Scout group will be going to Hong Kong for an Exchange Programme with the Hong Kong Scouts at the end of the year. I have spoken to the Scouts last week that they are to achieve a minimum of 60% in their overall combined percentage for SA1 before they can qualify for the trip. The reason for me not including the SA2 results is because i will not have time to react by the time the report slips are out at the end of the year. Our ultimate objective is that our Scouts perform well in both their CCA and academic studies.

The trip is not compulsory and i understand that you may be having family overseas trips during that period, and so not to worry if your child/ward is not able to join us for the Hong Kong trip. As of now, we still have a lot of planning to do andtentatively, the 4D3N trip will be held somewhere between mid-end Nov.

Thank you.

Regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Combined UG Parade

2011-04-15T22:09:00.003+08:00

Dear all,

the school will be holding a Combined UG Parade on 21st April. The training dates as follows:

18 April Mon 3 to 6 pm parade square Sec 4s and 5s
19 April Tue 3 to 6 pm parade square Sec 4s and 5s
20 April Wed 3 to 6 pm parade square Sec 4s and 5s
21 April Thur 730 am parade square Everyone
21 April Thur 330 pm parade square Everyone

After which on 21st April, a tea reception will be held from 530-6pm. Thank you.

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Meeting on Friday, 15th of April

2011-04-14T21:01:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

There will be a meeting tomorrow. As there is speech day on Saturday, you will only need to bring your Half-u, with beret and boots. Also, please bring along your scout record books (sec 2s), pt kit and 1.5L Sprite bottle. There will be no opening ceremony.

As for saturday, for those involved in speech day, please be in school by 1.15pm. Bring along your FULL-U with beret and boots and 1.5L sprite bottle. The parade will start at 4 and will end before 5. You will be given CIP hours for all trainings.

If you have any questions, please clarify with any PLs.

Thank you.

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Speech day parade rehearsal

2011-04-11T19:28:00.003+08:00

Dear scouts,

There will be speech day parade rehearsal tomorrow starting at 4pm. This will only be for the sec 2s. Be in your PE shirt and school shorts. You will be given CIP hours for attending and this is COMPULSORY. Bring along your water bottle.

If you have any questions, please call any PL.

Thank You.

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

St Andrew's Secondary School Campfire, 9 April

2011-04-09T13:58:00.003+08:00

Dear Scouts,

This is a reminder for all those who are attending the St Andrew's Secondary School campfire, Please meet at the blocks opposite St Gabriel's Secondary School at 5.30pm in your full uniform. Also, please have your dinner or a snack before you come as there will be no dinner provided.
Thank you.

Yours-In-Scouting,
Michael Lee
Patrol Leader

Speech day parade rehearsal for Thursday, 7 April

2011-04-06T18:00:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

There will be a speech day parade rehearsal tomorrow. All Sec 2s and 3s are to fall in by 7.20am LATEST. Please wear your PE attire with school shorts/pants. Also, please bring along your 1.5L Sprite bottle. As it is a thursday morning, all of you are expected to come and attendance will be taken. Thus, any dance specialist or other meetings cannot be held. As for the sec 1s, you are NOT required to attend the rehearsal as you will not be part of the parade this year.

If you have and questions, please call and ask your respective PLs. APLs, please spread the message to your patrol members.
Thank You.

Yours-In-Scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Job Week Cards Reminder and Fri (1/4) Meeting.

2011-03-31T19:44:00.002+08:00

This is a reminder for the following scouts to hand in their job week cards and money:
Sec 1s
Brenden Rincoraya Huang
Nathaniel Soh Wei

Sec 2s
Clement Seow
Uzer Daniel
Ethan Galistan
Ryan Ang

There will be a meeting on Friday,1/4. The flagpole MUST be up by 1:50pm. Please bring your full uniform, 1.5l sprite bottle, scout record booklet, writing materials and job week cards for those who still have not submitted them.

Thank You.

Yours-In-Scouting,
Fong Yew Peng
Patrol Leader

Meeting on Friday, 25/3

2011-03-24T18:47:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

There is a meeting tomorrow. All are to fall-in by 1.30pm to build the flagpole. The flagpole MUST be up by 1.50pm latest. There will be a 'Pack a rucksack' theory test tomorrow, please remember to study for the test.

Also, please bring your Full-u (Boots for sec 2s and above, black shoes for sec 1s), pt kit, 1.5L Sprite bottle, scout record book and your JOB WEEK CARDS and MONEY. Failure to doing so will result in punishment. The Job Week cards MUST be in by tomorrow as we have to submit the cards to HQ by Saturday.

If there are any questions, please call your respective PL to clarify them. Apls, please spread the message.

Thank You.

Yours-In-Scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Extra meetings on Thursday Mornings.

2011-03-23T19:26:00.002+08:00

Please take note that there will be meetings on every Thursday Morning. We will be having Physical Training during these meetings. These meetings are optional, however, you all are encouraged to come to train your physical fitness. For those who wants to attend, fall in outside the scout den at 7:30am in pt kit. Bring along your 1.5L sprite bottle.

Thank you.

Yours-in-scouting,
Fong Yew Peng
Patrol Leader

Training Dates for Term 2

2011-03-20T17:07:00.003+08:00

Dear all, Term 2 training dates as attached.

Fri 25-Mar 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng Training
Sat 26-Mar 1800 - 2130 Mr. Johnson Sim Zhonghua Campfire
Fri 1-Apr 1330 - 1830 Ms. Siti Masykura Training
Sat 2-Apr 0745 - 1230 Mr. Zhang Huasheng Training
Fri 8-Apr 1330 - 1830 Mr. Lincoln Chan Training
Sat 9-Apr 1800 - 2130 Mr. Lincoln Chan St Andrew's Campfire
Fri 15-Apr 1330 - 1830 Ms. Siti Masykura Training
Sat 16-Apr Afternoon (TBC) All Speech Day Parade

Do note that for the Campfires at other schools, not the whole Troop will be involved as the no. of participants per school is limited. So the Scouts will be taking turns to participate.

Finally, after the Speech Day event, there will be no more meetings so as to allow all Scouts to focus on the SA1 exams. The preparations for our Annual Campfire will kickstart after the exams. Meanwhile, do put in your best efforts and excel in both your academic work and in Scouting.

Thank you.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

No Meeting on 19/3 and job week updates

2011-03-18T22:10:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

This is a reminder that there will be NO SCOUT MEETING tomorrow (19/3). The next meeting will be on Friday, 25th March.

Also, job week has officially ended. Thus, you are not allowed to knock on doors looking for jobs anymore. However, if you want to, you can still do chores, but at home only. We will only be collecting your job week cards on Friday. Finally, congratulations to those who have reached your target.

Thank You.

Yours-In-Scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Meeting on Friday, 11th of March

2011-03-10T20:29:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

There will be a meeting tomorrow. Please bring along your half-uniform with beret and black shoes (for sec 1s) and marching boots (for sec 2s and 3s). Also, please bring your 1.5L Sprite bottle and your scout record book.

Fall-in by 1.50 in your PT kit outside the scout den. Disciplinary actions will be taken against those who fail to turn up without a valid reason or any one of those mentioned above.

Thank You.

Yours-in-scouting,
Egan Mah
Patrol Leader

Job Week 2011

2011-03-07T16:45:00.005+08:00

Dear Parents/Scouts/Ventures/Rovers,

Job Week is an annual fund-raising event that will be carried out from Sat 12 Mar to Fri 18 Mar. The main purpose of the Job Week is to inculcate in Scouts the dignity of labour and the value of honest work. Scouting provides fundamental and foundational training in the inculcating of these intangibles. The values, no doubt will enable the Scouts to be better leaders and citizens of tomorrow in our affluent society. It helps Scouts to understand the need to render service before they go out to earn money for their Units and for the Association. The concept of service before self; service to the community and the nation is an important aspect and an integral part of the Scout Training. It emphasizes that Scouts must perform a job in order to earn the funds and not to beg for donations. The funds raised will be used to finance training and programme activities for our Scouts to prepare them for a purposeful and responsible adulthood, always ready to serve God, Country and Humanity.

The Scout must
* maintain a positive Scouting image and uphold the good name of the Scout Movement.
* perform jobs only within the stipulated period, i.e. 0900h to 1900h daily from 12 to 18 Mar 2011 unless specially arranged by their Unit Leaders.
* observe the standing instructions printed on the Job Week card.
* wear the correct uniform in public and working attire when performing jobs.(Recruits should wear a Scout T-shirt and scarf)
* perform jobs in two or three, never alone.
* not to follow any stranger to anywhere, in any building or premises.
* carry what they need for the jobs in their bags or knapsacks, not in plastic or
shopping bags.
* know when and how to decline a job that is too difficult to handle
* say “thank you”, issue the Job Done cards after performing the task and be courteous at all times.
* make a police report for Job Week card stolen or lost and to indicate the amount collected.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Congratulations!

2011-03-02T23:09:00.001+08:00

Dear all,
I am pleased to announce that our Scout Troop and Venture Unit have both achieved the GOLD awards for 2010. This is the 4th consecutive Gold for our Ventures and the 2nd consecutive Gold for our Scouts. Kudos to all the teachers, adult leaders, parents and of course our ventures and scouts who have made all these possible. Nonetheless, awards are purely recognition of efforts and we will continue to remain true to our values in moulding the characters of our Ventures and Scouts and to guide them to become better persons.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

NO rehearsal to be conducted on 24th February 7am

2011-02-23T20:22:00.001+08:00

Dear Ventures, Scouts and Parents,

I believe there is some miscommunication but there will be NO parade rehearsals in the morning on 24th Feb. The priority is to prepare for the Common Test which will be held at 9.05 sharp. Thank you.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Upcoming events for Founder's Day

2011-02-23T18:08:00.002+08:00

Greetings,

Please be aware of the following upcoming events:

25th February 2011: Scout Meeting and Rehearsal for Founder' Day Parade on the 28th February 2011

26th February 2011: Founder's Day Celebration (Games Day)

28th February 2011: Founder's Day Parade

All events are held at school. Thank you.

Yours in Scouting,

AVSL Benjamin Sho

2006 Southern Cross Scout Troop

Full Uniform on 22nd February

2011-02-21T11:48:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,
Due to the commencement and clash with the Common Tests this week, we will instead be holding our Founder's Day Parade on 28th February during morning assembly.

Do note that we still have to be in Full Uniform on 22nd February to commemorate Founder's Day and it is your responsibility to maintain your attire. Thank you.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Meeting on Friday, 18th of February

2011-02-17T19:02:00.002+08:00

Dear scouts,

There will be a meeting tomorrow. Everyone please Fall-in by latest 1.50 after your lunch in pt kit outside the scouts den. Bring along your full uniform including leather boots (for sec 2s and 3s). Disciplinary actions will be taken against those who fail to turn up without a valid reason.

For the following scouts, please bring $66 to pay the ventures tomorrow:

1) Brandon (1E5)

2) Denzel (1E5)

3) Nathaniel (1N2)

For the following scouts, either bring $20 to pay the ventures all provide your mc for the OC camp which you missed:

1) Hugo Loy

2) Shane Danish

3) Uzer Daniel

4) Nigel Tan

5) Darren Ong

6) Ho June

7) James Lee

Thank You.

Yours-In-Scouting,

Egan Mah

Patrol Leader

Southern Cross T-Shirt

2011-02-16T09:09:00.002+08:00

Greetings,

The Troop is purchasing new unit T-shirts and therefore, we need your sizes to be measured properly and you have to determine which size category you belong to. Once done, please submit your size to your Patrol Leaders. Here is the scale to measure your size for the unit shirt:

Male: Small Medium Large XL 2XL

Shoulder 17 18 19 20 21

Chest 38 40 42 44 46

Body Length 27 28 29 30 31

Sleeve Length 8.5 9 9.5 10 10.5

We need the shirt sizes by this Friday, 18 Feb 2011. Thank you.

Yours in Scouting,

AVSL Benjamin Sho

2006 Southern Cross Scout Troop

Meeting on Thursday, 17 of February

2011-02-15T21:45:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

Please be informed that there will be a meeting this Thursday at 7am. This is for Founder's Day Parade next Tuesday. Please wear your pt kit.

Thank You and please do not be late.

Yours-in-Scouting,

Egan Mah

Patrol Leader

Scout Proficiency Badge Scheme

2011-02-11T10:57:00.002+08:00

Dear all,

for those in pursuit of Proficiency Badges, the link can be found here: http://www.scout.sg/downloads/policies/Scout%20Proficiency%20Guidebook%20(010610).pdf

Regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Orientation Camp (11-13 Feb) 2011

2011-02-10T16:37:00.002+08:00

Dear Scouts,

do be reminded that tomorrow is the start of our Orientation Camp and do bring along all necessary equipment. Attendance is compulsory and parents will be informed if you do not turn up without any valid reasons.

For the Sec 1s:
You should have already prepared your Scout Uniform (with the badges sewn on the shirt and beret badge attached to the beret) as you will be wearing them for the Investiture Ceremony held on Saturday night.

In case of any misunderstanding, the reason why i told you to cross out the items 1, 5, 10 and 13 is because those items have been bought and that you still have to bring them to camp.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Test during Orientation Camp

2011-02-07T19:03:00.002+08:00

Greetings to all sec 2 and 3's Scouts,

During Orientation Camp, one of the components that I would like to test you guys would be on the component of having a knowledge of packing a rucksack/backpack.

Things that I would like to see for this component are as follows:

Items to be placed in the backpack.
The methods of placing light and heavy items.
The methods of placing important and least important items.
Methods of water proofing of items.
Basic knowledge of what a good backpack is and its functions.

Should there be any questions, do feel free to email me at Crux_Ventures@yahoo.com.sg . Thank you.

Yours in Scouting,

AVSL Benjamin Sho

2006 Southern Cross Scout Troop

Orientation Camp 2011 (11 Feb - 13 Feb)

2011-02-04T09:41:00.009+08:00

Dear all,
for those who did not come to see me for the consent forms on Wed, pls do so by the coming Monday.

Points to take note for the consent forms:
For Sec 1-3:
You are required to pay $20 for the camp.

For Sec 4:
You are required to pay $5 for the camp as committee members.

Regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Absentees + Scout Record Book

2011-01-20T11:13:00.002+08:00

1. For the following scouts who were absent last Friday, you are to submit your MC or Parent's letter to Mr. Johnson Sim tomorrow.

Shane Danish
Hugo Loy

2. For those who have not handed in the Scout Record books for updating, do so by TOMORROW.

Regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Meeting on the 14th of Jan

2011-01-13T16:44:00.000+08:00

Greetings!

There will be a meeting tomorrow on the 14th of Jan. For this meeting, please be in PT kit outside the scout den at 2 pm. Please be reminded that you are not required to bring your full uniform as there will not be an opening ceremony. Be informed that you are required to bring your scout record book as their will be a signing and updating of record books tomorrow. Disciplinary action will be taken against those who fail to turn up without a valid reason.

Thank you.

Yours-in-scouting,

Matthew Lindon

Probationary Patrol Leader

Scout Training Schedule for Term 1

2011-01-13T11:22:00.008+08:00

Dear all,
Term 1
Fri 14-Jan 1330 - 1830 Mr. Lincoln Chan
Fri 21-Jan 1330 - 1830 Mr. Johnson Sim
Sat 22-Jan 0745 - 1230 Mr. Zhang Huasheng
Fri-Sun 11-13Feb 0745 - 1230 Orientation Camp
Fri 18-Feb 1330 - 1830 Mr. Johnson Sim
Tues 22-Feb Founder's Day Parade. To be in Full-Uniform the whole day.
Rehearsal on Mon 21st Feb.(Tentative)
Fri 25-Feb 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng
Sat 26-Feb 0745 - 1230 Mr. Lincoln Chan
Fri 04-Mar 1330 - 1830 Mr. Johnson Sim
Fri 11-Mar 1330 - 1830 Mr. Zhang Huasheng

Yours-in-Scouting,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Orientation Fair

2011-01-04T20:41:00.003+08:00

Dear all,
The Orientation Fair for all Uniformed Groups will be on 7th January and will commence at approximately 2 pm. Do assemble at 1130am at the area outside the Scout Den and we will be working on the preparations for our booth.

I have informed the school regarding your early dismissal from class. Remember to bring your FULL UNIFORM as we will be in full attire once the Orientation starts.

YIS,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Meeting on the 5th and 6th of Jan

2011-01-04T19:00:00.003+08:00

Greetings Scouts,

There will be a meeting on the 5th and 6th of Jan. For both of the meetings, please be in PT kit outside the scout den at 2.50 pm. We will be starting the CCA fair preparations tommorrow and the following day. Disciplinary action will be taken against those who fail to turn up without a valid reason.

Thank you.

Yours-in-scouting,
PL Marcus Koh

Final update

2010-12-04T12:52:00.002+08:00

Hi all,

If there isn't anything that crops up, this will be the final update. As planned, the school bus will pick the boys in Sarimbun camp at 12pm on the 9th Dec and they should arrive in school at around 1pm (subjected to traffic conditions at the one-way exit route).

Do check back to see if there are any updates.

Regards
Ms Toh

The departure time from sarimbun

2010-12-03T17:34:00.002+08:00

Dear All,

There has been conflicting information given out in terms of the departure time (on 9th Dec)from the campsite, nothing is concrete at the moment. To date, the bus has been booked to pick you up at 12 from Sarimbun and you should arrive at the school gate at 1pm. This is the information we will be giving the camp personnels tomorrow. However, if there is any change due to the need to help clear the campsite or anything, the changes will be reflected in this blog space in real time, so get your family to check on this space for any updates :)

Take care and rest well and I shall see you tomorrow morning at the school gate :) Let us pray for good weather throughout the camp session so you will get to enjoy it to the fullest :)

Regards
Ms Toh

Important notice for ASEAN Jamboree

2010-12-01T19:46:00.003+08:00

Greetings,

There has been some miscommunication with regards to the attire and boots. I would like to standardize the necessary things to ease any confusion.

All Scouts/Ventures are to gather outside the school on the 4th (according to the stated time given my the teachers) in full uniform with BOOTS and Centenary Scarf. My apologize about informing you guys not to wear boots, but I have come to realized that Singapore Jamboree isn't that bad in terms of the mud condition. Therefore, I would need everyone to bring wear their boots with their full uniform on that day. You are also required to wear your full uniform for the opening and closing ceremony. Please bring along your sports shoes as well for the activities.

Do take note that this coming Friday, you do not need to report to school as the teachers aren't available for duty. Therefore, you will be collecting your tents on that day itself. Please make sure you check the packing list in the previous blogs. Please keep the habit of referring to the blog for latest updates.

Patrol Leaders of 2010 and sec 3's, I would need you guys to come to school this coming Friday, 3rd December, to bring home the gadget poles, some ropes and the Troop flag as the school will be closed this coming Saturday. Thank you.

Yours in Scouting,

AVSL Benjamin Sho

2006 Souther Cross Scout Troop

More updates

2010-12-01T11:37:00.003+08:00

Dear Jamboree participants,

In addition to the list provided previously, please note that the following information will come in handy for the Jamboree:

- please label EVERYTHING that belongs to you, as there will be similar items lying around all the time and you do not want to lose anything ;)

- there will be no power source available as the only few power points are used for computers and stuff, therefore no charging of electronic stuff (please try not to bring them)

- Do not bring valuables as you are unable to keep them with you all the time when you are doing the activities. If you leave them in the tent, you face the consequences of them being stolen.

- there is no locker services therefore bring only things that you can leave safely in the tent.

- Bring extra set of uniform as standby as you need to wear them for certain ceremonies.

- Bring washing detergent or powder for both clothes and dishes

- wear the blue jamboree scarf given to you in the goodie bag at the camp at all times, but please bring your own scarf as a back up plan.

- Gadget poles for shoe racks and clothes rack will come in useful

- WATERPROOF EVERYTHING as it is the rainy season! You do not want to end up with wet clothes even before the jamboree starts.

MOST IMPORTANTLY, PLEASE CHECK THIS SITE ON A REGULAR BASIS, AS THERE MIGHT BE UPDATES ALL THE TIME.

Be well-prepared for the Jamboree so that you can enjoy it to the fullest :) Please do not be late as we have many issues at hand to settle before you board the bus on saturday so please BE on time.

Updated Jamboree Programme from Scout HQ

2010-11-30T21:04:00.006+08:00

Jamboree participants are to fall-in at the bus stop outside school NO LATER than 740 am as the bus will leave at 8 am sharp and there will be a briefing beforehand. Do take up the responsibility to remind your fellow scouts.

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Jamboree Updates from East Area Sub-Camp

2010-11-30T20:49:00.005+08:00

Dear all, as received from Scout HQ:

JAMB100 – 3rd ASEAN JAMBOREE @ SARIMBUN SCOUT CAMP, 4th – 9th DEC 2010
EAST AREA SUB-CAMP

Good day all!

Greetings from East Area Sub-Camp Committee! As you are already aware, we're less than a week to the long awaited Jamb100 - Singapore Jamboree.

There are a couple of updates that I would like to share and update you:

1. East Area Sub-Camp will be located at West Campsite.
Reporting
All leaders and participants will report at Sarimbun Scout Camp on Sat, 4thDec between 0800 hrs to 12 noon.
Upon arrival at the bus drop off point, the Leader/Teacher in-charge will proceed to the registration counter near the Security Post for registration.
After verification and documentation, Jamb ID Name tags will be issued to the leader for his or her participants.
All leaders and participants must wear their ID Name tag upon receipt at all times.
This is for identification and security purposes.
Participants will then be received by the respective Sub Camp Staff to be brought to their assigned Sub Camps.
Sub Camps will issue goodie bags to their participants containing:
• Jamboree Handbook
• Jamboree Sub Camp Scarf
• Jamboree Cap
• Biscuits and drinks

2. Meals
All participants will have their meals at their respective Sub-Camp from Lunch on Sat, 4 Dec to Breakfast on Thurs, 9 Dec
No cooking is allowed at the Sub Camps.

3. Accommodation
All participants will sleep in tents in patrol of 8. Hence, each participating unit will bring their own tents and related gear.
Please ensure that all your equipment are properly labeled and identified.
Ensure that your participants label their belongings clearly.

4. Dress Code
All participants are required to be in full uniform for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies and for Off-site events, unless otherwise indicated.

Yours-in-Scouting
Justin Chan
Asst. Venture Scout Leader
Chung Cheng High School (Main)
Panther Scout Group | Venture Scout Unit
81981350
chanjinwen@gmail.com
Jamb100 East Area Secretariat IC

on the behalf of,
Yang Chen
District Commissioner (Tampinese)
Jamb100 East Area Sub-Camp Chief

Posted by Mr. Lincoln Chan

Cancellation of meeting on 27/11

2010-11-26T17:06:00.002+08:00

Greetings!

As the school will be having some electrical tests tomorrow(27/11), meeting will be cancelled. Thus, the outdoor cooking test will be postponed to a later date. However, the venture interview will still take place as per normal.

Thank you.

Yours-in-scouting,

Egan Mah

Probationary Patrol Leader

Meeting on the 26/11 and 27/11

2010-11-25T16:49:00.003+08:00

Greetings.

There will be a meeting on 26th November(Friday) and 27th November(Saturday)
Fall in:
Time: 0800hrs
Attire: Pt Kit
End Time: 1230hrs

You are required to bring Full Uniform, Sprite bottle and Scout record booklet. There will be an exploration test and knots 1 test during the meeting on Friday 26th of November. There will also be a cooking test during the the meeting on Saturday 27th of November. You are required to bring 1kg of dried twigs and firewood on Saturday.

If there are any doubts or questions, please clarify with the probationary PLs.

Thank you and have a blessed day.

Yours in Scouting,
Fong Yew Peng
Probationary Patrol Leader

Information on Jamboree 2010

2010-11-19T16:07:00.013+08:00

Dear all,

Please note the information below. Please get your fellow scouts to check this page as the information is really important to those who will be embarking on the Jamboree journey.

PLEASE REPORT TO MS TOH AT CCK MRT AT 8:30AM FOR ATTENDANCE MARKING AND BRIEFING :) (Update: Please note that for your safety and convenience, a bus will be chartered from St Gabriel's Sec School to Sarimbun Camp instead. Time to be confirmed soon)

1. THINGS TO BRING
1.1 Personal Gear
Scout uniform is to be worn at the Jamboree as required in particularly at the Opening and Closing Ceremony. During the other activities, you may wish to wear comfortable attire.

You may wish to bring the following items. Ensure that all your gear has your name clearly marked on it.

UNIFORM
01 x Complete Uniform

CLOTHING
05 x Undergarments
05 x T-Shirt (preferably school or scout related)
05 x Shorts
01 x Tracksuit trousers or jeans
05 x Socks
01 x Swimming Costume
02 x Shoes, sneakers, boots or similar
01 x Jacket
01 x Raincoat
01 x Suitable footwear for water activities

01x Slipper/Sandals

MISCELLANEOUS
02 x Handkerchiefs
03 x Clothes hangers
01 x Sewing Kit
01 x Sunglasses
01 x Multiple pocket knife (eg. Swiss Army knife)
01 x Shoe cleaning gear
01 x Stationary & Log Book
01 x Torch

02 x spare batteries
04 x Clothes pegs
Badges for Swap
01 x Camera
01 x Small pocket compass (optional)
01 x Whitsle (optional)
Ziploc bag to keep important documents/items against water

01 x Groundsheet

TOILETRIES
Soap and Shampoo
Toothbrush and Toothpaste
Comb
Towels
Facial washer
Shaving gear
Talcum Powder
Sun Block
Deodorant
Insect Repellant

SLEEPING
Groundsheet
Sleeping bag
Inflatable pillow

EATING UTENSILS
Mug
Water Bottle

PERSONAL MEDICATION
Personal First Aid Kit:
This should be easily accessible in a bag with clear usage instructions so that in an emergency others can find it easily and assist.

It is advisable for all participants to water proof their items and to use a proper haversack/backpack for the item instead of the trolley bags. Do expect showers during the camp as it is the monsoon season.

Items stated with the amounts have to be followed and if you would like to bring additional items, feel free to do so. Do not bring hand held devices such as PSPs, MP3 players etc. You may bring your mobile phones to contact your parents.

1.2 Accommodation & Camping Gear
All participants will sleep in tents in patrol of 8. Hence, each participating unit will bring their own tents and related gear.

All leaders and participants will be accommodated as follow:

Sub Camp Colour Location

East Area Blue West Campsite, Saimbun Camp
North Area Yellow Jurong Campsite, Sarimbun Camp
West Area Red Camp Christine
South Area Green MOE Campsite

2 Reporting

2.1 Each Participating unit will make their own transport arrangements to and from Sarimbun Scout Camp on the arrival day Sat, 4thDec and departure day on 9thDec.
2.2 All leaders and participants will report at Sarimbun Scout Camp on Sat, 4thDec between 0800 hrs to 12 noon.
2.3 Upon arrival at the bus drop off point, the Leader/Teacher in-charge will proceed to the registration counter near the Security Post for registration.
2.4 After verification and documentation, Jamb ID Name tags will be issued to the leader for his or her participants. All leaders and participants must wear their ID Name tag upon receipt at all times. This is for identification and security purposes.
2.5 Participants will then be received by the respective Sub Camp Staff to be brought to their assigned Sub Camps.
2.6 Sub Camps will issue goodie bags to their participants containing:
- Jamboree Handbook
- Jamboree Sub Camp Scarf
- Jamboree Cap
- Biscuits and drinks

3 Meals

3.1 All participants will have their meals at their respective sub camps from Lunch on Sat, 4 Dec to Breakfast on Thurs, 9 Dec
3.2 No cooking is allowed at the Sub Camps.

4 Dress Code

4.1 All participants are required to be in full uniform for the Opening and Closing Ceremonies and for
Off-site events, unless otherwise indicated.
4.2 At all other times, participants should be in appropriate camp attire: T-Shirt, Shoes, Sub Camp Scarf
and Jamb ID tag. Jamboree T-Shirt can be purchased from the Jamboree Shop

Day Visit on 5 Dec

The entrance fees: $2.00
Visiting time: 9am to 4pm
Meals can be purchased from the Jamboree Shops

Shuttle bus service:
As parking at the Sarimbun Camp is only limited to staff and VIPs, Car owners visiting the Opening cum Day Adventurers Programme on Sunday, 5 Dec is requested to park their vehicles at the neighbouring HDB Car Parks around LOT 1 SC as some of parking facilities may be free on Sunday.
Shuttle Bus Service between Choa Chu Kang MRT Station pick up point and Sarimbun Scout Camp will be provided. (see attached map)

* You can click on the pictures for a clearer view :) or save them into your computer by right-clicking on it as select "save image as"

I hope you will enjoy your Jamboree journey and that it may be a fruitful event for every single one of you :)

Regards
Ms Toh

Tests during the Holidays!

2010-11-09T21:31:00.004+08:00

Dear Scouts,
As you know, now its the holiday period and we would like to do our best to help you guys clear the missing components for your standards. Here is the roster and I would like the Scouts (2's and 3's) who already have passed that section to assist in the testing platform.

Here is the roster of how it is going to be conducted:

12 Nov - Drills - Ms Siti
13 Nov - National Flag - Sec 3/2's who have passed - Allocation by AVSL Ben
19 Nov - First Aid - Sec 3/2's who have passed - Allocation by AVSL Ben
26 Nov - Knots & Exploration - Ventures (Draco Patrol)
27 Nov - Cooking - Ms Siti

Do contact me via email should there be any doubts. Thank you.

Yours in Scouting,
AVSL Benjamin Sho
2006 Southern Cross Scout Troop

A gentle reminder for Jamboree fees

2010-11-09T09:09:00.002+08:00

Dear Boys,

A big thank you to those of you who have paid for the Jamboree. For those who have yet to pay, please BRING $50 this Friday to the training session.

Ms Toh

Venture Interview 2011 Updates

2010-11-08T11:19:00.003+08:00

Greetings to the Venture Applicants of 2011!

Here are the latest updates for the Venture Interview. The Venture Adult Leaders Council has decided to postpone the interview to another date due to the absence of certain leaders that are required to be present for the interview. Below are the details for the Venture Interview:

Date: 27th November 2010
Venue: St. Gabriel's Secondary School (Fall in outside the Scout Den)
Time: To arrive school at 0800hrs. Interview commences at 0830hrs
Attire: Full Scout uniform with head dress/beret
Items to bring: Certificates/Portfolio, civilian clothings if you want and stationaries.

Meanwhile, during this period while you guys are waiting for the Venture Interview to commence on the 27th of November, I would like Nathan, who will be the IC for your batch, to contact VSL Gary immediately as he has a task for your batch (that includes those who are not keen to join the Venture Unit).

Late comers for the interview will not be entertained. Any applicants that have missing items or are not in the appropriate attire will be sent home and deem as failed for the interview.

More updates will be posted up on the blog should there be any changes. Good luck for your preparation.

Yours in Venturing,
AVSL Benjamin Sho
2006 Crux Venture Unit

Meeting on the 29/10 and 30/10

2010-10-28T15:23:00.002+08:00

Greetings.

There would be a Scout meeting on the 29 October (Friday) and 30 October (Saturday).
Fall-in:
Time: 0800hrs
Attire: PT kit

We would be cleaning up the Scout den and pole shed during these meetings, therefore you are advised to bring an extra set of PT kit. As it would be an informal meeting, Scout uniform is not required.

Failure to attend either or both meetings will result in severe disciplinary actions.

We are sorry for any miscommunication brought upon regarding this two meetings. If there is any doubts or questions, please clarify with the respective PLs.

Thank you and have a blessed day.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Nathan Chang
Chairman of the Southern Cross Committee 2010

Training Schedule for Term 4

2010-10-22T10:46:00.008+08:00

Dear Parents and Scouts,

Thx to an observant parent who just shared with me that 5th Nov is Deepavali. Thus i have removed the 5th Nov training date. Thx Mrs. Koh =)

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan

Day Date Time Teacher in charge
Fri 22-Oct 1330 - 1830 Ms Toh Xinyi
Fri 29-Oct 0800 - 1230 Mr Lincoln Chan
Sat 30-Oct 0800 - 1200 Mr Zhang Huasheng
Fri 12-Nov 0800 - 1230 Ms Toh Xinyi
Sat 13-Nov 0800 - 1200 Mr Zhang Huasheng
Fri 19-Nov 0800 - 1230 Mr Lincoln Chan
Fri 26-Nov 0800 - 1230 Mr Joseph Ng
Sat 27-Nov 0800 - 1200 Ms Siti
Fri 03-Dec 0800 - 1230 Mr Joseph Ng
Sat-Th 4-9 Dec Ms Toh Xinyi/Mr Lincoln Chan
Holidays thereafter

Regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan
GSL for 2006 Southern Cross Group

Payment for Jamboree

2010-10-19T14:53:00.000+08:00

For those boys who are participating in the Jamboree 2010, please bring $50 for payment on Friday (19th October 2010).

PLs, please disseminate the information in case the scouts did not refer to the blog prior to training.

With thanks
Ms Toh

Updates on JOTI/JOTA 2010

2010-10-14T21:51:00.003+08:00

Greetings Scouts,
I regret to inform you that this year, the Singapore Scout Association will not be holding their JOTI event at Games Haven due to unforeseen circumstances. However, for those who wish to participate, you may do so by downloading Skype. The event will still take place world wide and the Singapore Scout Association will still be supporting the event by producing the badges and certificates.

For those who want the badges and certificates, you have to participate the JOTI at your own time at home. Please inform PL Nathan if you still want to participate in the event. You have to download the software and use it at home. After you guys have finished using the software, I would you guys to do a short write up on a few points about the JOTI before being awarded the JOTI badges and certificates. Some of these points are as follows:

1. Scouts that you have made friends with (Country, position in Scouting, understanding about their programme/activities.)
2. Other topics discussed or conversed.

If there are other relevant points that you would like to include, please feel free to do so. If you want to get the badge and the certificate, you have to write it well. Total word count is less than 100 words. If no effort is put in place, I will not award the badge and the certificates. The JOTI will commence on Saturday, 16/10/2010 to Sunday, 17/10/2010. Do take this opportunity to meet new friends from abroad because Scouting is not about making friends from Singapore, but to meet new people from abroad as well. If you have any problems, do feel free to contact me via my mobile. Thank you.

Yours in Scouting,
AVSL Benjamin Sho
2006 Southern Cross Scout Troop

World JOTI/JOTA 2010

2010-09-30T21:12:00.005+08:00

Hello Scouts, there is an upcoming event called JOTI/JOTA 2010. For those who do not know what it is, it is called Jamboree on the Internet/Jamboree on the Air. This event is held annually all over the world to foster friendships through a free way using the internet. Some of the gadgets/applications used to meet Scouts from all over the World would be Skype, IRC, etc. Jamboree on the Air on the other hand, uses radio amateur tapping devices to tap in into radio waves to converse with Scouts all over the World. This event is fully supported by WOSM (World Organisation of the Scout Movement).

The JOTI 2010 will be held on the 16 and 17 of October 2010. Venue is at Games Haven and it is to be confirmed. We will be attending only on the 16th of October. On the 17th, if you guys want to meet more friends you can continue your participation on the event at home. You just have to download the application.

For this event, a badge and certificate will be awarded to participants for this event. I urge all of you to attend as it will be a wonderful experience for everyone. The beauty of Scouting is to promote friendship not only local, but overseas as well. More updates will be posted here on the blog. More details can be found on this link so as to give you a better understanding about the upcoming event. Thank you.

http://scout.org/information_events/events/joti/16_17_october_2010

Yours in Scouting,
AVSL Benjamin Sho
2006 Southern Cross Scout Troop

Venture Intake for 2011

2010-09-29T21:14:00.004+08:00

Greetings,
It is that time of the year again for our new Venture Intake 2011! Hope everyone is looking forward to it Please note that the interview is only applicable to Sec 3 scouts.

Orientation/briefing for the new intake. It will be done 1 to 2 weeks before the interview date. This briefing will consist of details about Venturing, CCA points, expectations, learning journeys and anything that is associated to Venturing.

I have chosen the Interview date to be on 6th November 2010 and the holding venue will be at school. Also, the Orientation/Briefing will be held on 22nd October 2010 and it will commence at 2.30pm. Do contact me via email or through my mobile should you have any queries. Thank you.

Yours in Venturing,
AVSL Benjamin Sho
2006 Crux Venture Unit

Campfire on the 9 September

2010-09-08T13:38:00.003+08:00

Greetings.

There would be a campfire at Monfort Secondary on the 9 September. We would be meeting at the HDB block opposite school at 1730hrs and leaving at 1745hrs. This is an important campfire as Monfort is our brother school and furthermore our dance specialist would be performing a dance during the campfire.The attire will be full Scout uniform (beret is optional).

Do let your PLs know if you are heading to Monfort Secondary on your own on that day itself.

Thank you.

Yours-in-Scouting,
Nathan Chang
Chairman of the Southern Cross Committee 2010

Miscommunication

2010-09-03T16:13:00.002+08:00

Dear all,
there was a miscommunication between the PLs on the date of the Montfort Campfire. It is supposed to be on 9th Sept, NOT on 4th Sept.

Pls check the blog by Tues for the latest update on whether if we are attending Montfort's campfire.

Warm regards,
Mr. Lincoln Chan
2006 Southern Cross Group
St Gabriel's Secondary School