| Monday, March 24, 2008 |
| Submission of Walkaton Cards |
Dear guides,
please be reminded to bring your walkaton cards and the money you have collected on the next guides meeting, 28th March 2008.
Thank you. |
| posted by Our Guides Family @ 7:18:00 AM |
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| Tuesday, March 18, 2008 |
| SEC1 CAMP PHOTOS |
Sec 1 Camp was held on the 10-11 March 08. The Theme is ZODIAC
Check out some of the patrol identity - PIGS ... be prepared?? hahaha
HAVING FUN - Games, Teambuilding, Bonding
Thanks Hannah and Valerie for being the camp commandants! Thanks to the PLs and PS for facilitating the camp! And also to Lydiawati, Jiayi and Nyssa who helped a lot =) Three Cheers to everybody!
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| posted by Our Guides Family @ 3:56:00 PM |
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| The Exciting Event - Our Pulau Ubin trip |
By Nur Lydiawati (4n1) - Sparrow Patrol
The time we spent at Pulau Ubin was most memorable. I can remember that we are supposed to assemble early at 7.30am in school just in case we might be late. So I met up with my friends before heading off to school. We had our attendance taken and were briefed by the teachers before boarding the bus. We then headed off to our destination.
The ride to our destination was quite long so we decided to take a nap for a while. Yes! Some of us were pretty excited about it. When we arrived at Pulua Ubin, I already have some queasy feelings inside my stomach because I was afraid to board the bum-boat and I was thinking what would happen next. My fellow guide was there trying to distract my uneasy feelings about the ride to Pulau Ubin but still I wasn’t sure about it.
The ride to Pulau Ubin was scary. I remembered that I was so scared that I didn’t even want to look outside the window even though the view was nice. I was still having seasickness when we arrived at the jetty. I decided to take a rest while waiting for further instructions from the teachers. The view at Pulau Ubin was fabulous. Even though I was still experiencing some sea-sickness, I was truly amazed by the view because it was my first time there.
Soon our adventures started. We are divided into two groups: cycling group and trekking group. For a girl like me who's not good in cycling, I decided to join the trekking group instead. It was sure quite a long walk from one point and to another end of the islands. It was sure quite an amazing view while trekking along the path. I got to see some old villages and other unusual stuff that were not found in Singapore. We took some pictures along the way.
Not long after, we met up with the cycling group to stop for a short break. Then we started walking to an old mansion that was filled with facts of the marine life at Pulau Ubin. We were also was mesmerized by the swamps even though the smell was quite irritating to our noses. Some cute and small little crabs were walking here and there. We spent about thirty minutes admiring the crabs before heading back to our next terminal, getting ready to go back to the jetty.
The path to the jetty was quite tiring because we have to walk up and down the bumpy path. I remembered almost getting lost with some of my juniors while walking back to the jetty. We started to panic because we did not know which way to go. We were afraid we would be the last group to arrive. Finally, we managed to find our way with the help of a fellow guide.
Even though we have to bear apart with Pulau Ubin, we sure enjoyed ourselves there. The ride back to Singapore was sure making my stomach queasy once again. Once we arrived, I dashed straight away to the toilet to throw out. Right after the debrief by the teachers, we are on our way back home in the bus we came in. It was sure a tiring and enjoying day.
My reflections:
Well, first of all, I want to thank all the guides teachers for bringing us to Pulau Ubin since it was the first time there for most of us. It sure was an unusual activity to welcome the new secondary one pupils. I hope in the future, events like these will happen again in order to build and sustain stronger and closer bonds within the guides’ family. Even though the time we spent there wasn’t very long, we sure had our fills from the view and experience. I am sure most of us here can’t wait for the next exciting event. |
| posted by Our Guides Family @ 3:50:00 PM |
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| ANNOUNCEMENT |
There will be no meeting this coming Friday, 21th March 08 because it is a GOOD FRIDAY HOLIDAY!!
On the 28th March 08, Friday
First Half
Sec 1: Footdrill
Sec 2 & 3: Footdrill & Enrolment Ceremony training
Second half:
ALL – Captain’s Ball Competition
* Sec 4E & 5N: step down (CA)
On the 4th April 08 next next Friday, wear Full Uniform for phototaking and badge ceremony!
IMPORTANT
Singapore Youth Festival Opening Ceremony (SYFOC) is here again!
We are happy to inform you that GGS will be participating in the SYFOC Parade which will be held on Saturday 28th June 2008 at the Kallang Indoor Stadium.
A selection of Guides will be held on Saturday 5th April at 0830 hours at Guide House, Bishan St. 14. Guides are to report at 0800 hours. Please submit your name to Mdm Chin ASAP if you are interested to go for the selection [before 25/3/08.]
It is a lifetime opportunity to be selected in the marching parade for SYF!!!
Eligibility
1. Guides who are in Secondary 2 & 3 ONLY.
2. Minimum height: 1.58m
3. Have basic skills in foot drill.
4. Be physically fit and able to take strenuous trainings.
5. Able to commit Saturday mornings and other days scheduled during the June school holidays for trainings/rehearsals.
Next Upcoming CALLING those who are interested to learn dragon boat... yes, DRAGON BOAT!!! Please give your names to Mdm Lee ASAP!
Labels: Upcoming Events |
| posted by Our Guides Family @ 3:36:00 PM |
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| MY TRIP TO PULAU UBIN |
By Siti Rahayu - Kingfisher Patrol
On the 2nd February 2008, I went to Pulau Ubin with my fellow guides. We had to gather at the bus bay before heading to the Changi jetty. We were all wearing our half-uniforms and were prepared to go. After a long time sitting in the bus we finally arrived at the jetty. My hands were cold and clammy as it had been a long time since I have taken a bum-boat.
My friends and I were in one group. There were about seven of us including the teacher-in-charge. After we settled down and started our journey to Pulau Ubin, one of my friends started to feel uncomfortable and nauseous. I tried to comfort her and said to her that everything would be fine. She then grabbed my hands tightly.
Finally, we reached our destination safely. The teachers gave us the instructions on what we had to do and what to be cautious of when we were walking around the island. We were asked to take photographs of any seven things that we would consider nice or beautiful. After which, we had to print the photographs out in the 4R size and submit them to the teacher-in-charge to get a Photography badge.
As some of us would be riding the bicycles, while others preferred to walk to the destination which was "Chek Jawa", we were split into two groups. It took between one to two hours just to travel to our destination. We took such a long time that we have little time to rest. I had to stop for every 5 to 7 minutes just to catch my breath. The mosquitoes there were like killing machines; my legs were full with mosquito bites which haven’t healed till this day. For the first time, I saw a mudskipper in real life. I always wanted to see it. The view at ‘Chek Jawa’ was amazing; it is so relaxing and fun at the same time.
There are people who actually live in Pulau Ubin. There are kampongs and wild dogs, but most of them have owners. At Chek Jawa, there is a small cottage that provides information that educates visitors on the marine life in Pulau Ubin. Some of these amazing creatures cannot be found in mainland Singapore.
The view there was heart-melting though the journey was arduous. After absorbing the beautiful and amazing views, I was just about to lay my tired feet to rest when it was time to head back to the Pulau Ubin jetty. This time round, it took us just forty-five minutes to reach it - much faster than the time taken to reach Chek Jawa - as we were go downhill most of the time.
While waiting for the bum-boat to head back to Changi jetty, we had some time to buy refreshments near the Pulau Ubin jetty. By then, the hunger pangs struck again, even though we had all been given a burger each earlier. It must have been all that exercise!
Across the waters, we soon found ourselves onboard the bus. The return trip was long, but it gave us time to reflect on the memorable trip. I had fun with my fellow guides and I hope to embark on more of such trips.
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| posted by Our Guides Family @ 3:32:00 PM |
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| Reflections for YOG – Islandwide Flag Relay organised by Hwa Chong Junior College |
BY KEZIA YEE
Firstly, congratulations to Singapore for winning the bid to be the first country to host the Youth Olympic Games in 2010! (:
Our school did our part in rallying behind Singapore by participating in the passing of the Youth Olympic Flag to another school. On that day itself, we waited excitedly for the runners from Teck Whye Secondary School to pass the flag over to us. Many pupils turned up to support the runners, with cameras in their hands to snap photos of that special moment when the Zhenghua Girl Guides and Scouts would start off. After what seemed like hours, the runners from Teck Whye ran into our school, panting for breath after their long run. The Guides and Scouts took the flag and ran out of the school, waving the flag enthusiastically. About an hour later, the runners came back having successfully passed on the flag to Unity Secondary School. Their faces were red and they were out of breath, but they still smiled for the cameras. Kudos to the runners! We're proud of you! (: |
| posted by Our Guides Family @ 3:29:00 PM |
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| World Thinking Day at Singapore Indoor Stadium |
World Thinking Day 2008
Thinking Day is a special day when Girl Scouts and Girl Guides all around the world think of each other and give thanks and appreciation to their "sister" Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, as well as to think about the meaning of Guiding. It is held on the 22nd of February, which marks the birthdays of Scouting founder Robert Baden-Powell and of Olave Baden-Powell, his wife and World Chief Guide. This year's Thinking Day has been especially memorable and exciting for me.
As I rushed through the open doors in the Indoor Stadium, I was greeted by a rush of cold air and the wide smiles of the Girl Guides ushers. Azurah and Jiayi, the Company Leaders of the Zhenghua Guides, walked hastily in front of me, frantically looking for the registration booth. We finally found the area where the prize receivers of various schools were supposed to assemble. Giving a sigh of relief, we sank down to our seats and waited for the Thinking Day Celebrations to start. Girl Guides from the various schools in Singapore started to arrive and take their seats, some of them even practising their school cheers or just chatting among themselves.
We started off by singing a few popular Girl Guides songs like 'Cannibal King', 'Maboleh' and 'Edelweiss'. As the President of Girl Guide Singapore, Mrs Joy Balakrishnan, walked into the stadium, every Guide stood and cheered the 'B.P. Welcome Yell'. At 3pm, Mrs S. R. Nathan arrived and once again, every Guide stood up and sang the Welcome Song for her. It was truly a spectacular sight as every Guide stood and sang in unison.
After the long Thinking Day and Girl Guide speeches, it was finally time to receive the various different prizes from Mrs. S.R. Nathan herself. I walked out proudly and shook her hand when my school was announced the champion for the Guides Banner Competition. We had beaten 74 other banners that were submitted by the various schools in Singapore. It was worth the hard work and late afternoons when my fellow guides and I had to stay back in school to finish up the banner. It was truly an honour to receive the prize on behalf of my school's Girl Guide unit.
Thinking Day 2008 was truly an eventful ceremony. Since it was my first time receiving an award from Mrs S. R. Nathan herself, I felt really excited and nervous at the same time. I breathed a sigh of relief when the whole event was finally over. It has been a great day.
By KEZIA YEE
Sunflower Patrol
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| posted by Our Guides Family @ 3:23:00 PM |
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| Saturday, March 8, 2008 |
| IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT |
Dear Sec4s and Sec3s,
The nite cycling would be postponed to a later date. The reason being not sufficient of time to get the permit from the respective authorities. We will let you know the next proposed date.
Sorry for the disappointment or any inconvenience caused. :(
Please spread the news to all guides who signed up for the nite cycling. |
| posted by Our Guides Family @ 7:20:00 PM |
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| Monday, March 3, 2008 |
| Sports Day Helpers |
Those who volunteered to help out during the Sports Day are the following:
Prize table - please report at 740am in full uniform to arrange the trophies/prizes
1) Siling
2) Hafizah
3) Liling
4) Fatinah
Please ensure that the prizes are in the correct order when presented to the winners!
Refreshment
1) Tzeqin 2N2
2) Baoxia 1E3
3) Jocelyn 1E3
4) Eunice 1N1
5) Eleanor 1N1
6) Fangyu 1E5
7) Willyn 1T1
8) Angle 2N2
Please report after attendance taking at your respective classes. Report at the tent and help our Stall 1 canteen auntie to distribute ribena drinks to the students. You also need to serve the P, VPs, Guest of Honour, parents, teachers drinks.
Thank you.
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| posted by Our Guides Family @ 12:04:00 PM |
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| Saturday, March 1, 2008 |
| YOG |
Do you still remember Singapore won the bid to host YOG in 2010? Let's see, our Guides are so proud to be part of the supporting team! And here are the long awaiting photos, sorry for the delay... we have been so busy yah :/
 Well done, runners!!!Tan Chee Xin - 3E5
Stephanie Tan Yee Peng - 3N1
Tan Li Si - 3E2
Shanice Kwok - 3E1
Valerie Nai - 3E3
Hannah Tham Fauzi - 3E2
Samantha Anne Grant - 3E1
Toh Jiayi - 3E1
Nur Faiqah - 3E1
Nur Ain Bte Sumarti - 3E4 Sorry for the small photos, too many to upload...  Thanks Jiayi and Yvonne for wearing the uniform on that day to support us.
 Yah, dont forget Lydia and Kezia for being there to scream and shout and cheer and so crazy and 'add oil' jia you for the runners, huh... brought lots of fun and laughter!!!
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| posted by Our Guides Family @ 9:44:00 PM |
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| Thinking Day 2008 |
 Yay! Gold Awards and Champion for Banner Painting. We are so honoured to take photo with Mrs S R Nathan.
 Our guides with the Malaysian Guides, our Pretty Guider is among the girls...
 The prettiest is of course Mrs Joy Balakrishnan, the President of Girl Guides Singapore Celebration in School Thinking Day Theme for 08 - Every Guide a Leader
NOTE : If you want any of the photos posted in the blog, bring your thumbdrive to Ms Chin, to save a copy for you =D Labels: Guides Achievement |
| posted by Our Guides Family @ 9:18:00 PM |
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| Sec One Camp |
Dear Sec 1s,
Please report on the 10/3/08, Monday 8am at the bus bay for your training camp. Wear PE attire. You will break camp on the 11/3/08, Tuesday before 5pm to go home for dinner. Please remember to pack accordingly to your camp kit list and rest well before the camp. SEE YOU ALL! BE PREPARED...
Look at how you girls enjoyed the activity on Friday. Hope you all complete the rest of the assignment to get your Artist Badge. Due date - after March break, Monday 17/3/08
 Beautiful girls working on their beautiful artwork...Labels: Reminder |
| posted by Our Guides Family @ 8:58:00 PM |
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