New Cadet Officer!

Greetings,

BNSS NCC would like welcome our USM 08/09, now C/Offr Mathias Joel Joshua back to the unit and congratulate him for successfully completed and graduated from the
58th Cadet Officer Course held from 23 Nov to 11 Dec.


During the Passing Out Parade, he was appointed as the contingent 2IC for Contingent 3(Syndicate 3).


We are indeed proud of his achievement and hope that our fellow cadets can strive for such results.



Regards,
BNSS NCC

Annual Camp 2009 Photos

Hi all,

I hope you guys are doing fine.

Here are some of the photos taken during the Annual Unit Camp held from 30 Oct to 1 Nov.

More photos are available on: http://picasaweb.google.com/BNSSNCCLAND/BNSSNCCAnnualCamp2009?feat=directlink

Do take note that there will be a CCA Open House held on

23 Dec 2009 for the new batch of sec 1s that are coming in 2010.

There will be a booth set up for display of ncc items and drills display (etc. Freestyle drill).

Your respective part specialists will contact you soon for the dates that you are required to turn up for briefing and trainings. Do spread the message around.

Regards,

C/2LT Lim Zhan Quan

Unit Shirt & Annual Camp 2009

Unit Shirt & Annual Camp 2009 (30 Oct - 1 Nov)

Greetings,

I have ordered a new version of the unit shirt. All are expected to purchase it unless you have financial difficulties, please make it known to you respective PART I/Cs or the teachers.

Below are the costs of the shirt:
1. Polo Dyfit(For PART Cs and Seniors) - $12
2. Roundneck Dryfit(PART A & Bs) - $10

Please make the payment to your respective PART I/Cs ASAP, preferably during the camp briefing on tuesday, otherwise the dateline will be this coming friday, 30 Oct.

Do take note that the unit's Annual Camp 2009 will held on the 30th October to 1st Nov.
Attendance is compulsory, failure to turn up for this camp will result in delay in your promotion.

For those who visit the blog regularly, please spread the message and the link to your fellow cadets.


Regards,
C/2LT Zhan Quan

Senior Specialist Course

Greetings,

I would like take this opportunity to congratulate the 5 appointment holders for passing out from the East/Air Senior Specialist Course that is held from 10-12 Sept, at HQ NCC.

1. SSG Saiful Irfan
2. SSG Poh Hui Quan
3. SSG Ong Tjin Shen
4. SSG Ong Xin Wen
5. SSG Cheong Jia Xun

Upon graduating from SSC, they will be appointed Unit Drill Instructors and presented with the Red/White lanyard.
Their promotion will take immediate effect.


Thanks,
C/2LT Zhan Quan

Overseas Training Programme/International Cadet Exchange Programme (ICEP)

Hi guys,

There are a few overseas trips available for sign ups:
1. ICEP Austrialia, Visit to Exercise Wallaby 2009 (10-15 Nov)
2. ICEP New Zealand, Vist to Exercise Thunder Warrior 2010 (23 Jan - 1 Feb)
3. India Republic Day 2010 (17-29 Jan)

A brief introduction to the 3 trips.
1. Exercise Wallaby
Cadets will have a change observe SAF troops training in SWBTA in Queensland, Australia for the purpose of exposing NCC cadets to live-firing, troop and vehicle movement in an SAF Overseas Training Base so as to increase military awareness in NCC Cadets. Cadets will participate in a exchange programme with Australia Cadet Corps cadets, which include a visit to a unit training and a one-day adventure training programme(high ropes element, caving tour)

2. Exercise Thunder Warrior
Cadets will have a chance to observe SAF troops training in Waiouru for the purpose of exposing NCC cadets to live-firing, troop and vehicle movement in SAF Overseas Training Base.
There will be white-water rafting and bush trekking activities at the Taihapi resort.
You will be participating in a cadet exchange programme with the New Zealand Cadet Forces, which include a 3 days home stay at a NZCF cadet's house.

3. India Republic Day
Cadets will participate in the Republic Day Camp organised by NCC India. Cadets will also be involved in a wide variety of activities such as shooting competitions and horse riding. In addition, various cultural exchanges with other youth organisations and visits to historical sites will be conducted. You will be invited to view the annual India Republic Day Parade.

All the above mentioned trips are only applicable for PART Cs and above cadets.

All application forms must be submitted before 25 Sept 09, to East District

If any of you are interested, please approach Mr Lee personally to obtain the application forms as you need his recommendation and principal's approval.

Alternatively, you can also contact me for further details of these trips or if you need any clarifications.

Shortlisted applicants will have to attend a interview chaired by Commandant or Head Training Management, before you are selected to participate in the overseas trips mentioned above.

So, best of luck to interested PART Cs.


Thanks,
C/2LT Zhan Quan

NCC Training on 21 August

NCC Weekly Training: 21st August '09

Reporting Time:
1430hrs (2.30pm)

Reporting Venue:
Fall in as per normal
STUDY CORNER

Items to Bring:

1. A 1.5 LITRES water bottle.
2. No.4 Uniform with beret.
3. Stationary (Pen & Paper)
4. Secondary 1 Students, your attire is NO.4 UNIFORM WITH ALL TAGS PROPERLY SEWN.
5. RED NCC SHIRT and Brown NCC shirt for PART A

*Please Take Note! *

1. Attendance for this week's training is Compulsory,
*2. All cadets are required to trim their hair and cut it short to acceptable length. Those who fail to do so, will be punished.
3. Report in your No. 4 Uniform and check your attire & bearing before the start of training. 4. Bearing must be up to standard.
5. All (Items To Bring) stated above are compulsory for all.

Posted on behalf of 2SG Saiful.

Regards,
C/2LT Zhan Quan

BNSS NDP, 7 Aug (ACTUAL)

To all cadets participating in the NCC Marching Contingent in BNSS NDP.

Updates on reporting time and other details.

1. Please report earlier at 0645hrs to place your belongings in the NCC room.
2. After leaving your bags, please fall in at 0650hrs sharp at the driveway behind Blk B, ''Hell Road'' for attire inspection.
3. You will not be able to march for BNSS NDP if you report after 0700hrs, so please get up early and be in school earlier to avoid any delays. NCC Room will be opened after 0630hrs.

NOTE: Pass this message around!

For your information: Attire and bearing. (This applies to all NCC Trainings and activities)

1. Please spot a decent haircut. (Trim your fringe and cut off any excessive hair)
2. Please season your beret and ensure the crest is upright.
3. Fold your sleeves neatly and make sure you maintain a four fingers spacing from your shoulder seam.
4. Ensure that you have your name tags, school tags and rank properly sewn on your No.4 uniform.
5. Pin up the badges that you have attained accordingly. (Refer to Badges Arrangement post)
6. Darken you boots thoroughly. I would encourage you to polish your boots as this is a parade.
7. If your uniform is crumpled after washing, please iron it.

Failure to meet the requirements stated above will result you being remove from the contingent.

Thanks,
C/2LT Zhan Quan

Badges Arrangement

Hi all,

In this post I will explain to you how to pin up the badges you attained from courses/activities.

Below are pictures that will show you the correct arrangement of badges.

(Note: You may not have some the badges shown in the pictures yet)

Figure 1(Right Chest) Figure 2(Left Chest)

As you can see, round badges(non-ncc courses) will be placed on your right chest(Figure1), above the name tag. Total defence badges should be placed on the right pocket flap.

On your left chest, shield badges (e.g PART B Proficiency Badge, Orienteering badge) should be on top of the Singapore tag. Depending on the no. of badges you have, you are to center it. PART B proficiency should be place nearest to the buttons followed by adventure, expedition badge and the orienteering badge should be placed nearest to your left sleeves. The Army-NCC badge should be on top of the shield badges and centered.

For you NAPFA badge place it on your left sleeve's rank.

Pictures & information from: NCC Dress Instruction.

Regards,

C/2LT Zhan Quan

BNSS NDP Final Rehearsal On 3rd Aug

To all cadets who are participating in the NCC Marching contingent for BNSS NDP.

You are reminded to turn up for this final rehearsal on 3rd Aug, 3pm. (Report earlier at 2.45pm to change to your Half No.4)
Warning: Do not put on your Half-No.4 at home and wear it to school, you are not allowed to be in Half-No.4 in the public!
Failure to turn up for this rehearsal will result in you being removed from the contingent or whichever appointment you are holding in the parade.

Take note that you are to report in Half No.4 (Beret, NCC Shirt, No.4 Trousers and boots).
Please darken your boots and it will be value-added for you if you would want to polish it for the parade on next friday.

Some key points to take note during the parade.
1. When marching in/out ensure that you check your dressing.
2. Swing your arms 90 degrees front(shoulder level), 45 degrees back.
3. When mark time(hentak kaki), make sure you raise your boots 90 degrees up and refrain from shifting forward.
4. When taking dressing (ke-kanan lurus), shuffle your feet, do not turn your body and open your feet wide.
5. When standing at attention or at ease, always look up and maintain the ''stomach in, chest out'' posture.
6. Please knee down to indicate that you are not feeling well and would like to fall out.
7. While marching out, look out for the arrow heads(markings) for turning.
8. Turn & wheel as a FILE(Right/Center/Left man), all the extreme right man watch out for the markings.
8. For eyes right(Pandang Ke-Kanan) TURN your head 90 degrees to your right. (Do not tilt your head up)[First man on the extreme right do not turn your head at all.]

Lastly, stay alert and hear for the commands.
Enjoy the band music and march with pride as you are marching for NCC and for the school.
All the best and good luck for the PART As and Bs who are performing in NDP@Floating Platform.

Have a great weekend.
Regards,
C/2LT Zhan Quan

Guidelines for Posting On The Message Board

Dear cadets,

I have set up a message board for enquiry and circulation of info purposes.
Please do not engage in any form of offensive or disruptive discussion.
Only questions that are complete and which make sense will be addressed and answered or else it will be ignored or deleted.
You are not allowed to share your personal info or confidential details here eg. passwords.
When posting. Please include you RANK & NAME
eg. LCP David.

The abbreviations for ranks are as follow:
Private (Part As) - PTE
Lance Corporal (Part Bs) - LCP
Corporal (Part Cs) - CPL
3rd Sergeant (Part C/Ds) - 3SG
2nd Sergeant (Part C/Ds) - 2SG
1st Sergeant (Part C/Ds) - 1SG
Staff Sergeant (Part Ds) - SSG
Master Sergeant (Part Ds) - MSG

Anyone who attempt to post any messages that are offensive and disturbing to others shall have you IP address banned. That includes spamming and making negative comments of someone.
Meaning which, you will not be able to post anything in the message board in future.

If you are shy or find it not appropriate to post your message here, please email them to, bnssnccland@hotmail.com

Once again, this message board is only for answering and posting of enquires & questions on ncc.
Spread the word around if you happen to come across this blog.

Thanks alot,
C/Offr Zhan Quan

Specialist Course Phase 2

To those PART C Cadets who are attending Specialist Course Phase 2,

Do take note that the East Specialist Course Phase 2 will be held on the 2-5 June
@ SISPEC, Pasir Leba Camp.

Please read through the admin instructions given by the teacher officers.
If you still haven't receive it, please contact them or me immediately.
Read through the admin instructions about reporting time and venue, please do not be late.

Pack you bags according to the pack list included.
Please ensure that you have you name tag, school tag and rank sew on your no.4 uniform shirt.

Take note that at specialist course, you will be assessed in the following areas:
1.Army-NCC Badge Trainfire Test
2. Army-NCC Badge IFC Test
3. General Specialist Knowledge Test (GSK)
4. Physical Fitness Assessment (30 sit ups & 30 push ups, each within one minute)

Please read through the notes (2 booklets) I given out to all of you. If you have not receive it, you can obtain the hard copy from you fellow PART Cs or I can send you the soft copy via email.

To all my PART Cs specialists, please do inform those who are attending phase 2 about the above information.
If anyone of you are in doubts, especially for those who are attending Phase 2, you can contact me @ 9856 2002.

All the best to those who are attending phase 2, I wish you good luck and please prepare yourself for this course.
I hope you will strive to achieve the rank of 2SG or an award for yourself and the unit.

I have faith in all of you, please put what you have been taught for the past 2 years in NCC into good use at this specialist course. As we believe that eventually you will prove to yourself and us that you have what it takes to become a cadet specialist.

"You only have one life, live it on a purpose and not by an accident.''

Regards,
C/Offr Zhan Quan

Ex Battle King - ICEP Thailand (6 - 12 Aug)

The above-mentioned overseas trip is opened to PART Cs and above cadets.

Ex Battle King (Thailand) is one of the International Cadet Exchange Programme (ICEP)
offered by HQ NCC. The dates of this trip are, 6 to 12 Aug 09 (tentative).

The dateline of submission for the application forms to HQ NCC is on 19 June 09.

If you are shortlised, you will need to attend an interview on the 10 July 09 @ 1500 hrs, NCC Council Room, HQ NCC.

HQ NCC will select 2 Teacher Officers and 10 Cadet Officers/Cadets for the Ex Battle King Programme.

Interested cadets can download the soft copy of the admin instructions from the link below or obtain the hard copy from any of the NCC teachers.

http://rapidshare.com/files/237775735/AI_for_Ex_Battle_King_09.doc.html

Please do consult the teachers or me if you wish to sign up for it.

NOTE: You need your parent's consent, Mr Lee's recommendation and Ms Susie Ho's approval in order to be nominated for the interview.


Thanks,
C/Offr Zhan Quan

Welcome!

Welcome to the official webpage for BNSS NCC.

Weekly training updates, notices, HQ NCC events updates, overseas trip sign ups, meeting/briefing notices will be posted here.

I will assign a webmaster to maintain and update this blog regularly.

Any last minute or important notice will be posted here too.

This blog also serve a alternative platform to update our cadets and provide them with information and knowledge that will help them to develop themselves as a leader.

NOTE: I'm currently searching for a suitable blogskin.
In time to come, I will put up a tagboard to answer enquries.
Meanwhile if you have any feedbacks or questions to ask, please email them to bnssnccland@hotmail.com

Do stay tune and let other cadets know about this blog.

To Serve With Pride and Dedication.


Thanks,
C/Offr Zhan Quan