Hello all :)
Yesterday 20 guides, 13 year 3s and 7 years 2s went for the Victoria School's Arrow Scout Group's 70th campfire. Their theme was Masquerade and we saw many different schools there.
Firstly, we met at Vs where we waited for the campfire to start. We were then led to the rooftop where the campfire was. Their gateway was nice and soon we settled down in our seats.
We did the Adiji Yell, and sang many campfire songs like Campfire's burning. Moonlight Bay and By the Blazing Council Firelight. We also learnt new songs that we had never sang before. Some guides also danced the 'Hello Ketal Dance' where they had to dance with a scout who asked them to dance and it was really fun seeing them dance :)
We played games like Scavengerhunt and 'Dont forget the lyrics' too. It was quite fun and we even won some prizes too!
After the games, we sang more songs and everybody who were present there stood in a big circle. Everyone there singing their hearts out and forging new bonds between new people that they didn't know.
Soon, it was the end of the campfire. Thanks to VS for inviting us again.
Yesterday night was really memorable. All of us had fun there and we enjoyed ourselves. We took many photos, we cheered and it was great singing those songs :)
Happy holidays :)
Love DHS guides! :D
31 August 2008
25 August 2008
To all:
On behalf of the sec4s, I would like to say a big ‘sorry’ to all guides. Though we have stepped down, I admit that it was wrong for some of us to come in coloured canvas shoes or sports shoes together with our guide uniform today. We have neglected the importance of the proper wear of the guide uniform and we are really sorry about this.
To others, this may not seem significant, but to DHS guides, it is important to wear and uphold the guide uniform correctly and appropriately.
I take this opportunity to thank those who have remembered to come in their canvas shoes today. Also, the sec4s observed that guides were slow when they were moving around and did not take the initiative to sing while waiting for the photoshoot. I would like to remind everyone about the importance of the guide uniform and the lijie we should uphold and practice whether the jihe is official or non-official.
Though the sec4s have stepped down, I really hope that the traditions and lijie will still remain. Nothing must change and we must still stay as DHS guides, just like before. We hope to see improvement from every single one of you. Do your best for guides! Jiayou!!~
-Sinhui(:
On behalf of the sec4s, I would like to say a big ‘sorry’ to all guides. Though we have stepped down, I admit that it was wrong for some of us to come in coloured canvas shoes or sports shoes together with our guide uniform today. We have neglected the importance of the proper wear of the guide uniform and we are really sorry about this.
To others, this may not seem significant, but to DHS guides, it is important to wear and uphold the guide uniform correctly and appropriately.
I take this opportunity to thank those who have remembered to come in their canvas shoes today. Also, the sec4s observed that guides were slow when they were moving around and did not take the initiative to sing while waiting for the photoshoot. I would like to remind everyone about the importance of the guide uniform and the lijie we should uphold and practice whether the jihe is official or non-official.
Though the sec4s have stepped down, I really hope that the traditions and lijie will still remain. Nothing must change and we must still stay as DHS guides, just like before. We hope to see improvement from every single one of you. Do your best for guides! Jiayou!!~
-Sinhui(:
hello guides!
Skills test is over, so I'm here to share my views about my checkpoint, the kitchen dresser.
Each patrol is given 4o min, with 10 min time extension to tie one kitchen dresser, however most of the patrols did not manage to complete within that time. Only P8 managed to do so, well done P8(:
So, these are generally some of the mistakes and things that everyone should take note of
That's all, have a good week ahead!
Skills test is over, so I'm here to share my views about my checkpoint, the kitchen dresser.
Each patrol is given 4o min, with 10 min time extension to tie one kitchen dresser, however most of the patrols did not manage to complete within that time. Only P8 managed to do so, well done P8(:
So, these are generally some of the mistakes and things that everyone should take note of
- Almost all the patrols tripod feijiao! Be careful to measure everything properly first and only start tying when all the measurements are correct. Also, the tripod must be tight enough too so that the whole structure will be stable.
- Generally, all the tripods are tied too slowly. Buck up on the speed!
- Must remember to 选木 before you start tying. There are some patrols who used the wrong mu for diaojiao in the end the tripod can only open small, and that is not good.
- Constant baoshi!
- Take care of stuff. There is one patrol that we kupped stuff from but they didn't even notice.
That's basically the general mistakes that they made, but I hope that through this checkpoint, the sec2s will know better what to do during ATC and sec1s learnt something. Here are some pictures I took.
That's all, have a good week ahead!
24 August 2008
Skills test
It was the Guides skills test yesterday. The purpose of the test was to allow the sec 2s and the next leading batch to get a good feel on leadership, and to prepare the sec1s on the skills needed during Annual Training Camp.
Our first checkpoint was near 4K/4L classroom.
We did the firemen ladder and roman chariot. Some sec1s might not tried it out yet thus being afraid to try at first but I thought we did great! There were also mistakes which we made like the alignment of the 木 and the way we tied it. Urgency and efficiency had to improve.
Our second checkpoint was at the container classrooms.
It was a test of our first aid knowledge. The sec1s was asked to find 4 strips of paper and rearrange them into the “edibility test” sequence. After that, we built a stretcher, and had to carry a casualty for a distance. We had to build emergency shelters as well. From this checkpoint, we learned that we have to take care of own own things as both patrols' 白绳 was taken away.
Our third checkpoint was at the grandstand.
We had to complete a kitchen dresser in 40 minutes. Here, the sec1s made full use of the skills they learned such as square lash, diagonal lash and tripod. The sec 1s also learned how to raft the bamboos. We managed to build a standard tripod with no fei jiaos and P8 finished the whole structure in the designed time. It was a great accomplishment. However, I felt that we had to improve on lashes.
Our last checkpoint was at the other end of the grangstand.
The lashes test. We had to tie our own square lash, diagonal lash, and tripod individually. It was definitely effective. The sec1s were taught tips on how to improve. And to the sec2s, it was a test to prove how much we have grown over the year.
All in all, the skills test was effective and i believe everyone learned along the way. Be it the sec 3s who had put their utmost effort in planning this for us. Thank you sec3s !加油！This marks the end of our guides activity for this term. Everyone must now concentrate on their exam studies. Fight on!
Love guides!
23 August 2008
Skills Test - 23 Aug 87
hi guides,
I shall share a little about my observations during the first checkpoint - traditional games. Each patrol has to build a Roman chariot and Fireman's ladder.
Here are some ways for the guides to improve on:
Sec1s, please read notes and practice knots and lashes so as to prepare yourselves for ATC.
sec2s, please also improve on your basics and equip yourselves with everything you need to know for ATC. Ask your seniors if you are unsure about anything.
Lastly, I would like to say that P5 was the only patrol who finished their Roman chariot on time and without time extension, so good job P5.
Other patrols should also work harder and don't give up! JIA YOUS
I shall share a little about my observations during the first checkpoint - traditional games. Each patrol has to build a Roman chariot and Fireman's ladder.
Here are some ways for the guides to improve on:
- Actions could be faster.
- There should be constant cheering.
- Should have better time mangement.
- Tuck in sheng wei.
Sec1s, please read notes and practice knots and lashes so as to prepare yourselves for ATC.
sec2s, please also improve on your basics and equip yourselves with everything you need to know for ATC. Ask your seniors if you are unsure about anything.
Lastly, I would like to say that P5 was the only patrol who finished their Roman chariot on time and without time extension, so good job P5.
Other patrols should also work harder and don't give up! JIA YOUS
15 August 2008
Today, we had skills training activity in preparation for the skills test next Saturday. We had roll call, skills training and physical training.
Skills training
For skills training, the sec 2s are told to build a baggage rack under the supervision of the sec 3s. We also took turns to be PLs and got the chance to lead our peers on tying the structure. It was an all-new experience for us and we learnt a lot of things like giving instructions and distributing manpower. We took a total of 50 minutes to finish tying the baggage rack. After finishing it, the sec 3s evaluated the structures and point out the mistakes we made.
We faced a few problems while tying the structure, like the soil being too dry thus having difficulty to hit the wood into the ground deeply. However these barriers allowed us to learn more and we will be able to solve the problems efficiently next time.
Overall, I felt that it is a good experience. There are still areas for improvement, however, like the lack of time management etc.
PT
For the year 2s, we had a photo hunt. We are given pictures of the school and we are to guess the place where the picture is taken. We are to run to the place to be able to get the next clue. If we guessed the place wrongly, we will be given a coloured picture. Roadblocks will also be given during at some points.
For warm ups, we did some stretching and ran around the track 2 times. After that we started on the hunt. We solved a total of 4 clues.
We enjoyed PT a lot as we are able to bond as a whole届 during the activity. our 届 ALL FOUR ONE♥ (:
Today’s activity is a fruitful and enriching one. Good luck for everyone for skills test next week! :D
dhsguides♥
Skills training
For skills training, the sec 2s are told to build a baggage rack under the supervision of the sec 3s. We also took turns to be PLs and got the chance to lead our peers on tying the structure. It was an all-new experience for us and we learnt a lot of things like giving instructions and distributing manpower. We took a total of 50 minutes to finish tying the baggage rack. After finishing it, the sec 3s evaluated the structures and point out the mistakes we made.
We faced a few problems while tying the structure, like the soil being too dry thus having difficulty to hit the wood into the ground deeply. However these barriers allowed us to learn more and we will be able to solve the problems efficiently next time.
Overall, I felt that it is a good experience. There are still areas for improvement, however, like the lack of time management etc.
PT
For the year 2s, we had a photo hunt. We are given pictures of the school and we are to guess the place where the picture is taken. We are to run to the place to be able to get the next clue. If we guessed the place wrongly, we will be given a coloured picture. Roadblocks will also be given during at some points.
For warm ups, we did some stretching and ran around the track 2 times. After that we started on the hunt. We solved a total of 4 clues.
We enjoyed PT a lot as we are able to bond as a whole届 during the activity. our 届 ALL FOUR ONE♥ (:
Today’s activity is a fruitful and enriching one. Good luck for everyone for skills test next week! :D
dhsguides♥
Skills Training - 15 Aug 08
Hello guides.
Today was skills traning for Year 1s and 2s. The Year 1s had to build a shoe rack while the Year 2s had to buid a baggage rack. Most of the shoe racks were not completed, even though time extension was given. Also, the knots were too loose and the tying speed could be faster. I hope that all the Year 1s and also Year 2s can practice their knots and lashes, maybe also be more quick when doing things.
Next was PT. Even though the results of the skills training was way below standard, I feel that the Year 1s have made improvements during PT. The jihe-ing speed was not very quick, but the Year 1s listened to the instructions given. One of the most significant improvement I observed was during the commando crawl. The Year 1s were all very tired from staying in boy's style pumping position, but there were some who cheered with gusto for their fellow Year 1s who were crawling and 顶-ing. I am glad that the Year 1s have come to realise what it means by "ONE FOR ALL AND ALL FOR ONE", and are starting to bond as a 届 as they have shown concern for each other.
I hoped the Year 1s have enjoyed themselves during the PT, and feels a sense of satisfaction after completing the PT. Some of you seemed to be have fun at when doing the wheelbarrow, and that is what we want to see. We not only want you guys to train your physical fitness but also to enjoy the process.
Lastly, I want to praise a certain Year 1 who made my day. I'm sorry but I don't know your name or patrol, but what you said to me today made me really happy. After 解散, we were giving out sweets to the Year 1s. As I was handing the sweet to this particular Year 1, she shook her head and said "I don't think I deserve this." I was so proud and glad that moment! She has courage to be able to point out her own mistakes, and this shows that she has reflected on her actions during PT. I hope she is starting to enjoy the guides activities and also have a positive perspective of the different activities. I hope more of the Year 1s will reflect on themselves and find out what are some of the things you need to improve on.
So, I just want to encourage all fellow guides to participate actively during guides. You will find joy you never knew! :D
Today was skills traning for Year 1s and 2s. The Year 1s had to build a shoe rack while the Year 2s had to buid a baggage rack. Most of the shoe racks were not completed, even though time extension was given. Also, the knots were too loose and the tying speed could be faster. I hope that all the Year 1s and also Year 2s can practice their knots and lashes, maybe also be more quick when doing things.
Next was PT. Even though the results of the skills training was way below standard, I feel that the Year 1s have made improvements during PT. The jihe-ing speed was not very quick, but the Year 1s listened to the instructions given. One of the most significant improvement I observed was during the commando crawl. The Year 1s were all very tired from staying in boy's style pumping position, but there were some who cheered with gusto for their fellow Year 1s who were crawling and 顶-ing. I am glad that the Year 1s have come to realise what it means by "ONE FOR ALL AND ALL FOR ONE", and are starting to bond as a 届 as they have shown concern for each other.
I hoped the Year 1s have enjoyed themselves during the PT, and feels a sense of satisfaction after completing the PT. Some of you seemed to be have fun at when doing the wheelbarrow, and that is what we want to see. We not only want you guys to train your physical fitness but also to enjoy the process.
Lastly, I want to praise a certain Year 1 who made my day. I'm sorry but I don't know your name or patrol, but what you said to me today made me really happy. After 解散, we were giving out sweets to the Year 1s. As I was handing the sweet to this particular Year 1, she shook her head and said "I don't think I deserve this." I was so proud and glad that moment! She has courage to be able to point out her own mistakes, and this shows that she has reflected on her actions during PT. I hope she is starting to enjoy the guides activities and also have a positive perspective of the different activities. I hope more of the Year 1s will reflect on themselves and find out what are some of the things you need to improve on.
So, I just want to encourage all fellow guides to participate actively during guides. You will find joy you never knew! :D
9 August 2008
Hello guides !
Yesterday our school celebrated National Day at Changi Beach. As what Miss Ngau had mentioned, since the school is organising an event for us thus we should also help out in any way we can such as competitor stewards, usher, timekeepers, recorders and in charge of refreshments and prizes. After the whole event had ended, all of us gathered to clean up the area and tried to keep the place even cleaner than before like always. Lastly, wishing everyone a Happy National Day !
here are some pictures
love guides :)
2 August 2008
hello guides :)
Today's activity was passing down cum initiatives. We jihe at the parade square as usual at 2.20pm. The passing down ceremony then began.
We would like to thank the sec4s for coming back to officially pass down their roles to the year3s. Now that all of our seniors had officially passed down, the year3s would do their best and lead the whole company to maintain our standards and even to greater heights. Even though some of us are transferred to other patrols, patrols with new sec3s should still respect and care for each other. After all, we are all DHS GIRL GUIDES, a big family of sisters.
After the end of the ceremony, we had initiatives mainly scrapbook making, manga drawing and t-shirt designing. The respective IC of each initiative then took charge. Everyone of us would have to work based on the theme "Girl Guides, My CCA". This is the time when we get to learn more about art. Under the ICs, the guides under scrapbook making, realised that we can actually do our own scrapbook instead of buying one, by cutting out different kinds of layout for the picture can make it stand out even more and even use recycled materials like buttons or wrapping paper to design; the guides under manga drawing learnt the basic of drawing manga with the help of two sec4s; also, the guides under t-shirt design had a taste of designing your own t-shirt with fabric paint or paint. Through these initiatives, we learnt about creativity which would be of great use when doing identities or souvenirs etc.
To add on, guides please take note of your attire during any guides jihe not only for roll call. We represent dhs guides thus we should maintain our image. Always check moodle on thursday night for details of friday's activity.
Pictures will be uploaded soon :)
love guides!
Today's activity was passing down cum initiatives. We jihe at the parade square as usual at 2.20pm. The passing down ceremony then began.
We would like to thank the sec4s for coming back to officially pass down their roles to the year3s. Now that all of our seniors had officially passed down, the year3s would do their best and lead the whole company to maintain our standards and even to greater heights. Even though some of us are transferred to other patrols, patrols with new sec3s should still respect and care for each other. After all, we are all DHS GIRL GUIDES, a big family of sisters.
After the end of the ceremony, we had initiatives mainly scrapbook making, manga drawing and t-shirt designing. The respective IC of each initiative then took charge. Everyone of us would have to work based on the theme "Girl Guides, My CCA". This is the time when we get to learn more about art. Under the ICs, the guides under scrapbook making, realised that we can actually do our own scrapbook instead of buying one, by cutting out different kinds of layout for the picture can make it stand out even more and even use recycled materials like buttons or wrapping paper to design; the guides under manga drawing learnt the basic of drawing manga with the help of two sec4s; also, the guides under t-shirt design had a taste of designing your own t-shirt with fabric paint or paint. Through these initiatives, we learnt about creativity which would be of great use when doing identities or souvenirs etc.
To add on, guides please take note of your attire during any guides jihe not only for roll call. We represent dhs guides thus we should maintain our image. Always check moodle on thursday night for details of friday's activity.
Pictures will be uploaded soon :)
love guides!
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