Y2 First Aid Certification Course

Hello Guides! The time has come for our Year 2 Guides to take part in their First Aid Certification Course, where they are given the opportunity to learn about the different FA skills, as well as their importance in our lives. Let us see how it went!

Reflection from a Year 2 in P1:

On 30 July, we had our First Aid Certification Course. The first thing we learned about was choking, and steps to take if someone was choking. There were many different ways to do the abdominal thrust, which was different for adults and pregnant women, and we got to try it out with our fellow batchmates, to see if we understood how to do it properly. We also learned how to do Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), how to use the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Machine, and also what to do to check if the casualty is unconscious and to make sure the environment is safe to carry out CPR, which is very important. After that, we were accessed on our ability to carry out CPR, and also assist the person carrying out CPR. We were able to use the mannequin and do compressions as if it was a real casualty, and attempt to use the AED machine to revive the casualty. We also learned about bandaging, and how to bandage for various injuries. I struggled a lot with the jaw injury as it kept slipping off the head while I was trying to tie it and it was quite messy. I also lost tension a lot when tying the elevation slings, which made it droop down and be easy for the casualty to move around, when the bandage is supposed to immobilise the person. Finally, we learned about burns and other different wounds. We learned what to do in the event of a first, second, and third degree burn, and also what to do to stop a wound from excessive bleeding. Overall, I think that the FA Course was a very meaningful and rewarding experience, as we were able to learn a lot of things that could potentially save lives or prolong lives one day. I learned a lot about FA, and how to act when unfavourable situations occur.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P2:

On 30 July, we Year 2s had our First Aid Certification Course. In the past, this course was conducted over two days, but ours was compressed into just one, making it essentially a crash course! I was a little nervous at first because I was worried that I might not understand the different FA procedures. Nevertheless, I tried my best to listen attentively and follow what the trainer taught us. We began with the procedure to follow when a person is choking, learning both the method for adults and the variation for pregnant women. After demonstrating with a senior, the trainer got us to practise in pairs, with one person acting as the choking casualty and the other as the First Aider. We then switched roles so that everyone had the opportunity to experience being the First Aider. Next, we learnt how to use the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for someone in cardiac arrest, as well as how to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). The trainer explained that if help is not given within 4–6 minutes, brain death can begin, making it almost impossible to save the patient. This highlighted the importance of acting swiftly and correctly in any emergency. We were taught the steps to help a patient: check for danger, check for a response, call 995, get an AED, check for breathing, and then start chest compressions. She also introduced us to the different heart rhythms - the non-shockable rhythms (Asystole and Sinus Rhythm) and the shockable rhythm (Ventricular Fibrillation). After learning the theory, we took a break before being tested on how to save someone in cardiac arrest. In pairs, one person performed CPR on the mannequin and called for help while the other prepared the AED. The pair would answer the trainer’s questions while carrying out the procedures. Then, the roles would be switched over. I was a little anxious for the practical test as I was not completely sure of the steps. However, my senior helped me with the questions and reminded me of the correct procedures. Practising the procedures hands-on made the learning much more effective and memorable. Once everyone completed their CPR test, we moved on to bandaging techniques for injuries such as head bleeding and arm fractures. I enjoyed this part the most and found it fascinating to learn the different types of bandages used for different injuries. I had a lot of fun applying the different kinds of bandages on my partner. The day ended with a theory test covering everything we had learnt. Overall, the course was very meaningful and equipped us with practical First Aid skills so we can respond appropriately in times of need. I’m glad to have gained this knowledge and experience.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P3:

Recently, I had the opportunity to attend a First Aid training course, and it was a meaningful and fun experience. I did not expect to enjoy it, but by the end of the course, I felt more confident and prepared to handle emergencies, whether in school, at home, or anywhere else. The course covered a wide range of situations, from minor cuts and bee stings to more serious conditions like fractures, choking, and even Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and how to operate the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). I learned how to check for danger in a situation, approach a casualty safely, and perform basic tests on whether the person is breathing. One of the things that really stuck with me was how much difference a calm and quick response can make in an emergency. It made me realise how valuable these skills are, not just for First Aiders, but for anyone. Even if I do not get the chance to use these skills in action, and I really hope it does not come to that, the act of staying calm and maintaining a cool composure is valuable in many situations. At first, I was a bit nervous. I was not sure how hands-on it would be or if I would remember all the steps. But the instructors were super friendly and made everything easier to understand. They gave us clear demonstrations, walked us through each procedure, and most importantly, let us practise a lot with our batchmates. Doing CPR on the training mannequins or doing the choking technique were probably the most intense parts of the course, but also the most important. It was surprisingly tiring, but knowing that these skills can actually save someone’s life made it all worth it. We also learned how to properly dress wounds, handle burns, and treat fainting or nosebleeds. Some parts were more technical, but practising them with my batchmates made the experience much more enjoyable. There were even moments of laughter when we got things wrong at first like when we were bandaging one another and it came out all wrong, but everyone was supportive, and we improved together. What I appreciated most about the course was that it was not just about memorising steps, it was about building confidence. Knowing what to do in an emergency can help prevent panic and make a real difference while waiting for an ambulance. Overall, I am glad I got the opportunity to have this FA training. It was both educational and fun, and it gave me a greater sense of communal responsibility to help others in need.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P4:

For our First Aid Course, the Year 2s were all gathered together to learn about FA and get certified. We were all in Learning Centre 3 with the Rangers, and overall it was a very interesting and enlightening experience. I learnt a lot from this experience and from the instructors. We were first introduced to how to help someone when they are choking, and how to save their lives in the event of a choking. We were then asked to pair up and demonstrate what to do. This was a great learning experience as we got to demonstrate the skills that we had learnt. After that, the instructor briefed and explained to us about how to conduct Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, which is also known as CPR. They also taught us how to use an AED, which stands for an Automated External Defibrillator. The AED uses shock waves to try to resuscitate the victim. However, we were taught that an AED does not always work, and also needs time to recharge, which is also another reason why CPR is very important in time in an emergency. The AED can monitor the victim's heart beat, and will also deliver shock waves. When an AED is delivering a shock wave, the person doing the CPR and the one in charge of the AED and anyone else has to stand clear, if not they are at the risk of being electrocuted. We were then tested on the practicality of CPR and how to use an AED. We all passed and moved on to the next section, which was learning about different types of injuries, both internal and external. We were all given a few bandages and gauze, and we were tested on how to treat different types of injuries like a sprain to a fracture. All in all, it was a very interesting and enriching experience.

In conclusion, this First Aid Certification Course served as an extremely useful and enriching learning experience, teaching us skills that can go a long way in future!

Published by:

Goh Kae Lyn

57th 届 Secretary

Patrol Activity, 25 July 2025

Hi Guides! Today, we had an intriguing Patrol Activity!

Reflection from a Year 1 in P2:

On 25 July, we had our first Patrol Activity as P2 Orchid. The theme of our Patrol Activity was based on the new movie, “KPop Demon Hunters”. Throughout the session, we had a lot of fun immersing ourselves in our respective characters, working side by side in tying lashes, and posing for playful group photos. We started the activity by dividing into two groups, creating a friendly competition to see who could tie more tripods and quadpods. It was quite stressful as we Year 1s did not have much experience tying tripod lashes, let alone a quadpod lash. Nevertheless, we persevered and managed to tie a decent number of tripods and quadpods. We asked our seniors for help when needed, and tried to work with a sense of urgency. However, I think that our group could have worked faster and made better use of our logistics, as our results were not as good as we hoped. After time was up, we took photos with our structures and acted out a fight scene between HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys for a photo. It was definitely the most enjoyable highlight of this Patrol Activity as it was really fun. Our patrol as a whole had become much more bonded. Next, we returned our logistics, which was particularly tiring as we did not have much time to do so, and had to run quite a lot since most of the staircase gates were closed. In the end, we pushed through and returned all our logistics within the time limit. Afterwards, we gathered for Patrol Corner, where we did our reflections and drank Milo that our Year 3s had bought for us. I felt a lot closer to my patrol mates, and became much more familiar with lashing as our Year 3s went through the timings for each of the standard lashes, such as the tripod and square lash. There were definitely things we could work on, such as making good use of our logistics, allocating manpower efficiently, and having a better sense of urgency. Despite this, I had a great time in this Patrol Activity and learnt many new skills. I hope that in the future, I will be able to tie tighter lashes within the standard timing.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P4:

On 25th July, we had our first Patrol Activity in our new patrols. Our task was to build a creative gadgeting structure, and to make it related to our patrol, P4 Morning Glory, with the logistics provided. After 6 minutes of discussion, we decided on making a cow as our patrol’s chinese name is 牵牛花. We started out by tying 2 tripods and 定脚s, and connected it with horizontals. This resembled the cow’s body. After, we attached an ‘X’ shape, by tying a diagonal lash, to the top of the structure to resemble the head of the cow. We finished by tying diagonals, netting to resemble the hair on the body of the cow, and added a short-half bamboo to the structure to resemble the cow’s tail. During debrief, the Year 3s told us that the improvements that we could have made was that our lashes could have been tighter, we needed to 报时 and cheer more without our Year 3s reminding us, and some of us did not know how to net correctly. After debrief, we ended the PA with Patrol Corner, which further increased our bond. Overall as a patrol, I think we worked very well together, and we were definitely more bonded than before. We had a lot of fun and this activity made us think creatively. Hence, I feel that this PA was very eventful, and helped us improve and recap on our basic gadgeting skills.

Reflection from a Year 1 in P1:

For the Patrol Activity we did on 25th July, we did creative gadgeting, where we built a workable basketball hoop from the inspiration of Lebron James, the famous basketballer. We first built a tripod as the base of the structure. Afterwards, we tied 2 basketball hoop frames using 6 短木s and 2 中短木s, and connected it to the top of the tripod to act as the hoop. We tested the hoop a few times in order to ensure the ball would enter and exit it smoothly.  Afterwards, we took pictures as a patrol while making a wide variety of different and funny poses together. Some of the poses included making a big heart and making a camera illusion. Making these poses were fun and also allowed us to have memorable pictures of us doing the creative poses. Lastly, we played basketball together with P4 using the basketball hoop structures we had built earlier. It was exciting and enjoyable as we played as a team to try and score as many hoops as possible. Overall, the 25th July PA allowed us to train tying our lashes, ensuring that each lash was tight and neat, and also allowed us to be creative when thinking about how to build a creative and workable basketball hoop. We also bonded more together with the other patrols and our own. 

Reflection from a Year 2 in P3:

During the 25th July Patrol Activity session, we participated in a creative and hands-on group activity where we built a structure of Jinu, a character from the new, famous movie “KPop Demon Hunters”. This activity was both fun and educational, giving us the opportunity to develop our hard skills while also encouraging teamwork and creativity. One of the key learning points from this activity was practicing the different types of lashes. These skills are essential in Guides, especially when building structures, shelters, or gadgets. While it was challenging at first to get the lashes right and ensure the structure was stable, we supported each other and shared techniques to improve as a team. By the end of the session, we had not only successfully completed our structure, but also gained a better understanding of how to apply these lashing skills in real situations. What made this activity especially memorable was the teamwork involved. Everyone had a role to play, whether it was tying the lashes, planning the structure, or making sure everything held together. It was also a great bonding experience, as we laughed, problem-solved, and encouraged one another throughout the process. I felt a strong sense of achievement seeing what we were able to build together. Overall, the activity was a valuable experience that combined fun, learning, and teamwork together. It reminded me of the importance of communication and cooperation in Guides and gave me more confidence in my practical hard skills.

We all had fun and grew together as a patrol, practising both our hard and soft skills!

Published by:

Goh Kae Lyn

57th 届 Secretary

Skills Training, 18 July 2025

Hi Guides! Today, we practised building standard gadgeting structures.

Lash Training

First, the Year 1s and Year 2s practised their lash-tying skills through lash training. These lashes included a square lash and diagonal lash. Afterwards, the Year 3s checked the lashes and gave constructive feedback for improvement.

Reflection from a Year 1 in P2:

On 18th July 2025, we split into two groups and my group had to build standard structures such as the Indoor Fire Altar, Baggage Rack and Flagpole. Before that, we had done lash training to ensure our lashes were up to standard. During lash training, we, Year 1s, were tasked to complete at least one square lash and one diagonal lash. Despite the fact that it was only lash training, we had a sense of urgency while completing our lashes, making sure they were tight and trying to complete them within the standard timings. The standard timing for a square lash is 2.5 minutes and 3 minutes for a diagonal lash. Completing the lashes within the standard timings was quite difficult for me as I was focused on ensuring my lashes were tight and stable. After completing each lash, the Year 3s gave us feedback on them, as well as tips on how to improve. I was told that my lashes were quite good overall, and that boosted my confidence and morale a lot. Though, I think that in future lash training, I could do a better job at completing my lashes quicker, while ensuring that they are still up to standard. From this 集合’s lash training, I was able to better the quality of my lashes and practise tying them.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P1:

During 集合 on 18th July, we had lash training. The Year 1s were each given a diagonal and square lash, while the Year 2s were each given an A-架 and tripod lash to complete within 15 minutes. During lash training, we could have included our Year 1s a lot more, as we were 顶-ing our tripod against the wall in front of them, thus we were backfacing them. We were unable to help them and did not really pay much attention to them, only focusing on completing our own lashes. Hence, I think we could have checked on them more to see if they needed any help. I think we could have 报时ed a lot more as we needed a lot of reminders to have constant 报时. We also should have 照顾好东西 more, as although none of our logistics got kapped, we could have paid more attention to them as it could have gotten kapped. I also believe that my overall timing for each lash could be improved as I was slower than the standard timing by 20 to 30 seconds. Hence, I will work on completing my lashes within the standard timing during Wednesday morning lash training. 

Building of Standard Structures

After lash training, we proceeded to the building of standard gadgeting structures, such as an Indoor Fire Altar, Baggage Rack and Flagpole! This activity was to allow our Guides to recap on these standard structures, and to improve on both their hard skills and soft skills.

Reflection from a Year 1 in P3:

As it was the second 集合 after the Passing Down Parade and we had to change our patrols, I was naturally scared, being unfamiliar with most of the Year 2s. My patrol was grouped with P1, and we were tasked to build an Indoor Fire Altar, Baggage Rack, and Flagpole. At first, when we started tying the tripods for the Indoor Fire Altar, we realised that the distance between the 脚s of the tripod was too small, and we had to retie the 定脚s. However, we soon found out that we had tied them too low, and if we had continued tying the Zinc Plate onto them, it would be too low for us to cook things in a real situation. Thus, we had to 拆掉 our lashes and redo the 定脚s, making sure to take more accurate measurements as we were running out of time. A lot of our logistics, like our 白绳 box and even our manpower, were kapped as we did not 照顾好人，照顾好东西, and thus had to do a forfeit for our lack of responsibility. However, despite all this, overall, I was glad that I managed to persevere through these challenges while building the structures, and I think my patrol has grown closer although it was only the second 集合. 

Reflection from a Year 2 in P2:

This was the second 集合 without the Year 4s, but the first one for me as I was absent the last time. I was really excited for what was in store as I had no idea what it would be like, and was brimming with anticipation. The storyline the Year 3s created for this 集合 was very amusing and creative, a fun theme inspired by Paw Patrol. Our first task was lash training, which really helped me to recap on my lashes which I had not tied for quite a long time. After lash training, we moved on to our next task, to build standard structures. P2 was grouped with P4, and our group was tasked to build one Indoor Fire Altar, one Baggage Rack and one Flagpole. Our two patrols worked very efficiently together, where we split the tasks among our manpower. P2 was tasked to finish the Indoor Fire Altar and P4 to finish the Baggage Rack, with the Flagpole being done together, by both patrols and as a group. Although we needed many time extensions, we successfully completed the building of all three structures. Overall, I felt a great sense of accomplishment as this was my first time working with my new Year 1s, and everything went smoothly. We wrote reflections at the end of the 集合 and it made me reflect on this session. I really enjoyed the fun theme and the collaboration between patrols, and I definitely felt more bonded with my patrol mates.

Guides Songs

As our Guides completed the standard structures, we moved on to the learning and teaching of Guides Songs, in patrols. In this activity, the Year 2s taught the Year 1s various Guides Songs, serving as not only expanding our knowledge on the songs, but also as meaningful bonding time.

Reflection from a Year 1 in P1 on Learning Guides Songs:

During 18th July 集合, we had to learn Guides songs and perform them with all the other patrols. Firstly, we learnt the song “Chek Chek Goleh”. When I first saw it, I thought it was a little silly, and also tiring. I had no idea what the lyrics meant due to it being in a different language, so it was relatively hard to remember. However, I felt a sense of belonging in my patrol as we danced to it together. Next, we learnt “Edelweiss”. I really enjoyed learning this song as the melody was beautiful, melodic and we had to interact with the person next to us, making it so much more engaging and fun. At first, I did not get the actions right and kept messing the steps up. But with the help of my patrol mates and seniors, after I looked more closely and practised a few more times, I finally got the hang of it. Lastly, we moved on to “Maboleh”. For this song, we had to move our hips and hands to the beat, like dancing. The Year 3s kept telling us that we had to move our hips more and that made dancing to that song so enjoyable. We then had to perform “Chek Chek Goleh” and “Maboleh” with the other patrols. We stood in a line and performed it in front of the Guiders and the Year 3s. The Year 3s were very supportive and even danced with us! Overall, it was very entertaining and fun.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P4 on Teaching Guides Songs:

On 18th July’s 集合, we taught our Year 1s some Guides Songs. As this is only their first year in Guides, they were unfamiliar with many of the songs. Initially, I was worried if they would be able to follow and sing together with us. Even though it was my first 集合 with my new patrol as I did not attend the first one, I managed to communicate quite well with my new Year 1s. Fortunately, the Year 1s were quick learners and picked up the songs very fast. They were able to follow the more complicated and confusing songs such as “Titanic”, “BP Spirit”, and even 《南屏晚钟》. We were extremely relieved that they were able to learn and follow the songs in such a short period of time and are happy that they are quick learners. When we all sang together and did the actions, I felt a sense of unity within my patrol, and believed that it would only get stronger and stronger as time passed. I hope we can be able to grow together as a patrol and guide the Year 1s with more skills and songs. In conclusion, teaching the Year 1s Guides Songs was very enjoyable and fulfilling.

Through this skills training session, our Guides were able to refresh and recap on their lashes and standard structures, as well as learn new Guides Songs while bonding with their patrols. It was indeed a fruitful 集合!

Published by:

Goh Kae Lyn

57th 届 Secretary

Skills Training, 11 July 2025

Hello Guides! Today, we had our very first 集合 of the term, under the leadership of our Year 3s. It was a fun and enriching experience for all of us!

Ice Breakers

To allow our Guides to get to know, settle in, and bond with their new patrols, the Year 3s conducted some engaging Ice Breakers, involving a variety of short games.

Reflection from a Year 1 in P4:

During our Ice Breakers, it was the very first time that we played games within our new patrols. At the start, we were still quite unfamiliar with one another, unsure of each other’s personalities, strengths, and quirks. However, through the first game , where we had to each say only one word at a time to form a complete sentence, we quickly discovered each other’s sense of humour. We laughed at the unexpected turns our sentences took and worked together to create a few silly yet creative stories, taking turns and building off each other’s ideas. Secondly, we played the Human Knot game with members from another patrol. We all held hands with each other randomly, crossing over and twisting around, before attempting to untangle ourselves into a clear circle while still holding hands. The first few attempts were surprisingly easy, but the final one proved to be quite challenging. It required all of us to work closely together, communicating constantly, giving and listening to instructions, and experimenting with different ways to untangle the knot. Through the Human Knot game, we learned more than just teamwork, but also patience, trust, and the value of listening. Overall, the Ice Breakers were a fun, exciting, and memorable way to get to know one another better.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P2:

On 11th July, it was the first 集合 with our new patrols. To get more comfortable in our new patrols, we had some Ice Breaker activities to introduce ourselves to one another. The activities included pitching a made-up product, creating a story, and a few rounds of Human Knot. At first, because we were unfamiliar with each other, it was quite awkward. However, after the completion of the Ice Breaker activities, my patrol became more at ease with one another. The first game was pitching a made-up product which was the combination of 2 or 3 items, and this activity allowed us to share our creative ideas with each other in our two teams. The second Ice Breaker activity involved everyone in the patrol sitting in a circle and contributing to a story, with everyone each saying one word. This activity was slightly challenging as it required everyone to work together in spite of us not knowing each other for long, and we were unsure of what to say for the story to fall into place. It was also difficult because we had to come up with a suitable word on the spot that fit into the story that we were supposed to be telling, or we would have to do a forfeit. However, it did give me the opportunity to bond with my patrol mates as we laughed together whenever the story took unexpected turns. The third Ice Breaker activity was Human Knot, where we had to hold the hands of two other patrol mates and find a way to untangle the knot. This activity was tough as it required even more cooperation between patrol mates, but we were ultimately able to complete a few rounds of it. These Ice Breaker activities helped our patrol to get to know one another, and fostered teamwork and cooperation, helping the patrol become more bonded.

Station Games

After the Ice Breakers, we had various station games which trained various essential skills in Guides, such as First-Aid, Inspection, Lash Tying, and Communication.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P2 on First-Aid Station:

On 11th July, we were having Station Games and there was a First-Aid station. The First-Aid station was meant to train our First-Aid knowledge and skills, as well as check if we had revised the Guides’ Notes, specifically the part where they showed the steps of bandaging a fractured jaw and tying a sling for a dislocated shoulder using a triangular bandage. During this station, we had to get patrol mates to volunteer to be the casualties while the others tried to treat the casualties’ injuries by tying the bandages and sling, and we were also able to look at reference pictures on how to bandage said ‘casualties’. However, I had only skimmed through the Guides’ Notes, not properly reading the required information and steps, and had insufficient practice with this skill, so I ultimately failed to bandage any casualties in this First-Aid station due to not properly revising the Guides’ Notes and thus not having the knowledge of how to carry out this First-Aid procedure. From this station, I learned not to simply skim through the Guides’ Notes, resulting in me not retaining as much information. In future activities involving the revision of Guides’ Notes, I will definitely take the time to revise the notes so that I will be more prepared for the activities and be able to help my juniors or batchmates if they need help.

Reflection from a Year 1 in P3 on Inspection Station:

During the Inspection Station activity, I learned about the importance of teamwork, organisation, and attention to detail. The task seemed simple at first, laying out logistics in a neat and proper way. But it required a lot more coordination than I thought. I had to listen to the Year 2's instructions closely and ask questions when needed. Each logistic had to be placed correctly, not just for neatness, but also to check that we were not missing any logistics, which is crucial in a real situation. It was not just about randomly laying things out, but rather, we had to follow the instructions carefully and make sure everything was visible and properly displayed. One of the key challenges was listening to the Year 2 who was appointed to give the patrol instructions on where to place the logistics. We had to ask many questions in order to place them correctly, as well as listen attentively to what she was saying, in order to do it correctly and avoid making errors. It also showed how important communication is when working in a group. Another part of the challenge was packing everything back into the 配备 within the time limit given. This tested our ability to stay attentive while working with a sense of urgency, and to make sure that the logistics were properly packed in. Overall, the Inspection Station taught me responsibility, the importance of having a sense of urgency, and how cooperation makes tasks more efficient.

Reflection from a Year 1 in P1 on Red Light, Green Light Station:

On 11th July, we played a series of Station Games, some of which were inspired by the popular drama series “Squid Game”. One of these stations was the Red Light, Green Light Station. In this station, we had to tie two lashes, a diagonal lash and a square lash. However, whenever the Year 3 acting as the doll called “Red Light,” we had to freeze and stop tying. Only when she said “Green Light”, could we continue tying. This activity was designed to teach us how to hold tension while tying lashes. Overall, I found this station very fun and meaningful in training my lash-tying skills. However, I also noticed several areas we could improve in. Firstly, we could have 报时-ed more often. During the activity, we had to be reminded constantly, and even then, only one or two people did it regularly. Secondly, we could have 动作快点, and kept to the standard timings of the lashes we were tying. Our Year 2s had to ask for multiple time extensions, yet some of us still could not finish tying both lashes within 15 minutes. Lastly, we could have tied the lashes tighter. As we did not hold tension properly, we had to 重抽 many times, which slowed us down significantly. In conclusion, while this was one of my favourite stations during the 集合, I think we need to put in more effort during Wednesday morning Lash Trainings so that we can improve our lashes further.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P3 on Dalgona Drawing Station:

During our 11 July 集合, the Dalgona Drawing Station was one of the Station Games that we participated in. To complete this station, members of our patrol had to look at the different drawings of trekking signs that were on the post-it notes provided. We had to direct the person drawing by giving them clear, verbal, and step by step instructions, for example, drawing a straight line from the bottom left corner to the top right corner. This really tested our listening skills and ability to communicate with each other without hand signals. This also trains us to use simple and direct words to convey the drawing. When the person drawing was unable to understand our instructions, we had to adapt and change the way we stated our instructions, either by breaking down the steps, or by simplifying our words. After we got all the drawings completed on the whiteboard, we were tasked, as a patrol, to identify what the various trekking signs were. All of us found it hard to identify the names as we did not have a lot of experience with using these drawings except for during our Annual Training Camp 2024. As such, we all agreed to do a forfeit to earn a clue for the name of the trekking signs. From this station, I realised how important it is to read up on our Guides’ Notes before coming for 集合, this way, we can be more prepared, and better guide our Year 1s, and to be a role model for them. I also learnt how to better communicate with my patrol mates and work better with all of them. 

Mass Games

After the enriching series of Station Games, we ended the 集合 off with an exhilarating game of Mingle, inspired by the famous series, "Squid Game Season 2". This activity allowed the entire 团, beyond just within our new patrols!

Reflection from a Year 1 in P4:

On Friday, 11th July, for Mass Games, we played Mingle, and I felt that it was a meaningful and enjoyable experience for the 集合. Besides it being fun, the game taught us important values such as teamwork, how to adapt, and to be inclusive. It also helped encourage us to interact with people beyond our patrols or our batch, which made me realise how easy it is to connect when we are open to others regardless of patrol or batch. Throughout the game, everyone looked out for one another, whether it was including someone into a group or making space so no one would be left out. Even though through each round, a group of people were eliminated, the game showed us how much stronger we can be when we work together rather than individually. It also reminded me that small actions, like looking out to include someone, can make a big difference. By the end, I felt a stronger sense of unity, not only within my own batch, but across different levels. I hope that we will continue to occasionally have more activities like this during 集合s as it surely made us closer to one another and strengthened our bond.

Reflection from a Year 2 in P3:

During our recent 集合, the Year 3s facilitated a Mass Game called Mingle. Unlike the original version from “Squid Game 2”, where players enter rooms, we had to quickly find people to hold hands and squat with according to the requirements given. Some examples included grouping with people wearing glasses, people with white shoes, or even reuniting with members from our old patrols since we had recently been reshuffled after the Passing Down Parade. We played two rounds, and I was really happy because all of my close friends from my batch and I managed to win once! The game only ended when there were four winners left, while the rest of us had to sing and dance to a Guides song as a forfeit. Through this game, I realised the importance of stepping out of my comfort zone. Although it was tempting to stick with my close friends, the rules encouraged me to reach out to other Guides too. By doing so, I got to know people I do not usually interact with, and it strengthened our bonds as a 团. I also appreciated that the Year 3s not only organised this, but also joined in, which made the game more engaging and inclusive. Overall, Mingle was a fun and memorable experience. It taught me about teamwork, adaptability, and reminded me that Guiding is about building unity with everyone, not just our immediate friends or batchmates.

We hope that this 集合 was a good start to kick off the semester, and that the Year 1s and Year 2s were not only able to practice their skills, but also forge stronger connections with one another!

Published by:

Goh Kae Lyn

57th 届 Secretary