Polishing your trefoil

Hi Guides

This is just a post to guide those who are still unsure about how to polish your trefoil. :-)

Step 1:

Get a cloth (in my case I used a disposable one) and gently squirt some toothpaste on it.

Step 2: 

Hold your trefoil upside down and start rubbing the front gently on the cloth with toothpaste.

Step 3: 

After a few times, you'll notice that the cloth will start to turn dark blue/black. Don't stop. Keep rubbing it for around 1 minute.

Step 4:

When the toothpaste has completely turned blackish in color, get your toothpaste and squirt some out again, this time on one side of the black portion.

Step 5:

Keep repeating step 4 for at least 5 times and then wash your trefoil under running tap water for 30secs and then dry it with dry tissue. You'll then get a bright and shiny trefoil! :D (Trust me- it's a lot brighter in real life)

Because the trefoil is our most important badge, I hope all of you will take good care of it throughout your guiding years. Polish it, and keep it safely when not required. I hoped this little tutorial aided you in your polishing! :-)

Yours In Guiding

Hui Hui

31/7 session

Dear Guides

Please take note of the following for the next cca session:

Assemble outside Guides' Den in FULL UNIFORM at 3.10pm. Not Half U as stated on the schedule on the Guides' Noticeboard.

All articles are to be on the uniform by the reporting time. 

Eat your lunch!

Do not forget to get your 1.5l bottle, hats and gloves. 

Apply Sunblock if available. The weather is unpredictable these days.

Polish your trefoil.

Remember to practice your drills at home & put in your best! 

**Those who have yet to hand in your badges (Local History, Gold, Silver, Bronze & other proficiency badges etc.) , please do so by tomorrow. Hand in to your respective ma'ams.

Yours In Guiding

Hui Hui

29/7 session

Dear Guides

We will be having another NDP practice with the other UGs on the coming Monday. Today's session was difficult to observe due to several reasons.

However, I hope all of you will not be complacent & will continue to work hard towards our required standard for drills.

Based on observation today, by seniors, teachers and everyone present, we have decided to take out 3 girls from the   supporting contingent. Names will only be said on Monday.

Having said that, please take note for Monday, 29/7:

- All to hand in required testwork, badges.

- Report outside Guides' Den at 2.40pm in Half U (P.E + Skirt, like today) 

- Do not forget your hat, sunblock (if you have it), 1.5L bottle, gloves.

Do take note that our boots are likely to arrive by next Monday, along with the black socks. However, please make sure that your shoes are white as well. 

** QiaoYuan, due to time constraint, we were not able to collect your payment for boots. Please remind us to collect it from you!

Thanks!

Yours In Guiding

Hui Hui

26/7 session

We will be having NDP practice again.

- Report outside Guides' Den at 2.55pm sharp. Be punctual. 

- Wear Half U (P.E + Skirt & belt & whistle)

- Bring 1.5l bottle, fully filled, hat, gloves and all other required items.

- All to hand in all testwork & proficiency badges required.

**QiaoYuan please bring your money for boots.

Do remember to put in your best.

Yours In Guiding

HuiHui

Testwork badges payment

Dear Guides

This is the list of the guides who need to pay for their testwork badges. Good job to all for passing! Please bring the money on Wednesday! 

=D

Yours In Guiding

Huihui

(On behalf of Shu Nan, Testwork mistress)

Briefing for 19/7 NDP Rehearsal

Dear Guides

Due to time constraint, I was unable to make my words clear to all of you before dismissal, hence the need for this post.

First off, today's performance was nowhere the standard we are working towards. We do not wish to scold you, trust me. We knows how it feels like (We were once like all of you)!! Hence, every time you see us getting angry or not mincing our words, please keep in mind that it is all for your own good.

Next, I will be placing orders for the boots already (by tonight). Those who have yet to paid your $12.90, please pay after school on Monday outside Guides' Den at 1.40pm! Remember. Here are the names of those who have yet to paid:

Bernice
Verene
Lisa
Jia Ru
Rycelyn
Deborah
Qiao Yuan
Nuraisyah
Wen Xi*
Wan Qin
Felicia
Rathi
Shu Hui
Natalie (*Update* Previously it was Pei Zhen but it was a typo!)
Yun Ting
Renette*
Eliza

*WenXi and Renette, as we have to make the orders by tonight (19/7), take note that I estimated your sizes for you.

Some of you have been asking me about the socks. Yes, we can order the socks along with the boots and gloves, however, you will need to pay the FULL price of the socks on your own. We will collect it soon, so bring enough money on Wednesday.

Another thing is, I need to meet all the sec 1s outside Guides' Den at 1.40pm on Monday to collect your patrol emblems. All Sec Ones are to be present.

For the following NDP rehearsal on Next Wednesday, please take note of the details:

- It is compulsory for ALL to bring a 1.5 liters mineral water bottle for rehearsal. It must be full. Buy if you do not have it. Label your names clearly on it. By 1.5l, I mean:

- Report outside Guides' Den at 3pm in FULL UNIFORM. Be punctual and wear your attire properly. Polish your trefoil, whiten your shoes, tuck the laces, tie your braids, try not to wear Anderson socks, bring all articles (whistle and belt and various badges), tie your scarf properly and bring your hats and gloves! I do not wish to see anyone in improper attire.

- Those interested in Cambodia Trip, please tell us by the next session.

- North Division Day is also coming up, 17 August in Yishun Town Sec. Interested participants should inform us as well.

- Practice all the footdrills at home. I've noticed that your hentak (aka. marching on the spot) and your jalan (marching around) is not strong enough yet. Seek help from a senior if you need help. I mean it, absentism from any session does not serve as an excuse.

- Hydrate yourselves and be mentally strong and prepared. This rehearsal is not easy; we have told all of you. Thus, you need to hang in there for it.

- Remember to hand in all your badges and various testworks. Seek help if needed.

Other than that, we also have a Guides noticeboard near the side of the canteen which have information on details for each Guides Session. Please go and read it if you have any doubts about any Guides' session.
Last but not least, make sure to keep yourselves healthy and fit. Do drink a lot of water.

Yours In Guiding
Hui Hui

[Kindly text your PL to let them know that you have finished reading this]

19/7/13 Session

Dear Guides

On this Friday, we will be participating in the NDP rehearsal with the other UGs as well, just like today.

Today was generally okay, but I really really need all of you to put in more effort in your attire as we are representatives of Girl Guides (I cannot emphasize this enough). We need to wear our blue uniform with pride. Please remember to polish your trefoils, by rubbing them on a cloth with a few dabs/squirts of toothpaste for at least 7-8 times. Start dabbing new toothpaste once the 'old' dabs have turned bluish-black. (For best effect, I really recommend this brand)

It works better than Darlie or Colgate (try not to use those as your seniors have reported cases where their gold trefoil turned to white. Guess those whitening effects did work!). Rinse your trefoil under running tap water and wipe dry after you have done polishing it with toothpaste. I am currently using this brand for about 3 years now, and my bottle is still unfinished! It costs less than 4 dollars if I remembered correctly. 

Otherwise, you can also polish your trefoil using metal polish. I have also heard lemons work on the metal material of our trefoil as well, hence you may try it. Make sure it's really sparkly gold, since this badge is our most important badge on our uniform!

Guides, also make sure that your shoes are white (especially those Guides that have been pointed out today). Skirts that go WAY OVER your knees may be altered. The best way to know if the skirt is too long/too short is to kneel down with it. If you kneel with the skirt covering your knees but touching the ground, it is okay. If not, please do something about it. If you are still unsure, please look for your seniors.

Please also get yourself familiarized on how to tie your scarf. Instructions can be found on the GGS website.

http://www.girlguides.org.sg/cos/o.x?c=/ggs/pagetree&func=view&rid=5107

Take note of the deadlines for submissions of Proficiency Badges and Testwork and NYAA as well. Ask for extension if you really need more time. Keep in mind that these badges are crucial for our PNA points.

Otherwise, please take note of the following details for Friday's meeting:

Report in P.E shirt + Guide Skirt (with whistle and belt)

Shoes to be white (Whiten if needed) and socks to be visible.

Shoe laces should also be tucked in as well. No loops and loose laces should be dangling out

Bring fully filled water bottles and assemble at 2.45pm at Guides' Den for Attire Check, Attendance Taking and Briefing.

****Eat before CCA starts.****

Since you have more time on Friday, I do not wish to see any Guide in improper attire. Meanwhile, those who are not interested for the Cambodia Trip, do return your forms. Please also remember to text me your shoe size for the boots we are buying, by tomorrow (Thursday)!

I hope all of you had a fruitful session today, and rest well.

Yours In Guiding,

Hui Hui

Basic Foot Drill Commands for NDP 2013

Baris Sedi-A: Hands behind back jerk down at 'Baris'. Legs originally apart to be stamped together. Legs to be bended at 90 degrees. Stand at Attention. Elbows locked, eyes stare forward, chin up. No movement.

Baris Kekanan lu-rus: Right marker don't move. 2 persons behind Right Marker to raise arm without moving head. Everyone else to shift head upwards towards the right. Check Dressing. Front row to raise arm and face right.

Senang di-RI: Stand at Ease. Legs placed shoulder width apart, hands behind backs, right hand over left hand, fingers straightened. Eyes still forward, looking up, no talking.

Dari kiri/kanan (not commonly used), cepat jalan: by the left/right, quick march. Alternate movement between arms and legs (EG: right leg forward, left arm forward.) Arm moving towards the front to be 90 degrees to the body. Arm at the back to be 45 degrees to the body. Look up while marching. Elbows must be locked.

Baris berhen-TI: halt

Hentak kaki, cepat hen-TAK: March on the spot (DO NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS). Quick march, Mark time. Legs to be 90 degrees. Face up, elbows locked. 

Ke-kiri/kanan, pu-SING: Left/Right Turn. Legs to be 90 degrees.

KIRI IS LEFT. KANAN IS RIGHT.

Keblakang pu-Sing: About Turn. Turn 180 degrees.

Hormat ke hadapan, hor-MAT: Saluting to the front at a halt for National Anthem.

tahad sedia: Salute for Pledge

Skuad, Keluar-BARIS: Squad, fall out. Turn to right, march 3 steps and stamp. (timing: turn to three four, bang two three four -bang-)

For falling in:

• Yang Tinggi Ke Kanan, Rendah ke Kiri, Dalam Satu Barisan Paras: Fall out. Then arrange yourselves from right to left, from the tallest to shortest.
• Dari Kanan, Satu Dua Bilang: from the right, shout 1 and 2.
• Nombor Ganjil Satu Langkah Kehadapan, Nombor Genap Satu Langkah Ke Belakang, Gerak: Odd number move 1 step forward, even numbers move 1 step backward, march.
• Orang di Sebelah Kanan Diam. Nombor Ganjil Bergerak Ke Kanan, Nombor Genap Bergerak Ke Kiri. Barisan, Ke Kanan Dan Ke Kiri Pu-SING: The right person stay put. Odd number turn to their right while even numbers turn to their left.
• Jadikan Tiga Barisan, cepat jalan: March to for three rows

All the commands are from my memory and wikipedia. It may not be spelled correctly, but I assure you it is about 85% accurate. Please practice at home and seek help from your seniors before Wednesday if you need help.

Yours In Guiding

Hui Hui

Roles for Anderson NDP 2013

Hi Guides

Here are the names of the guides in each contingent, as well as the reserves and Contingent Commanders (CC).

Parade Commander: Rachel
Regimental Sergent Major: Hui Hui
Flag Bearers: Tzi Yene and Judy


G-O-H Contingent (21 Girls):
Zi Qi
Pin Hui
Kai En
Qiao Yuan
Wen Xi
Wang Sui
Agnes
Sandi
Shu Nan
Mavis
Shivani
Eileen
Carina
Elisha
Abigail
Anggun
Shu Hui
Pei Zhen
Yun Ting
Natalie
Aqilah

Reserves: Edelweiss**, Renette, Eliza

G-O-H CC: Rathi

Supporting Contingent (27 Girls):
Eve
Xue Qi
Yi Xuan
Nuraisyah
Joycelyn
Qistina
Wan Qin
Edelweiss**
Yi Lin
Deborah
Raeanne
Ji Feng
Ji Hui
Wei Qing
Yung Chun
Verene
Keisin
Lisa
Chloe
Sze Jie
Amanda
Peggy
Goh Shi Qi
Jia Ru
Charlotte
Lai Shi Qi
Bernice

Reserves: Rycelyn and Pei Xuan

Supporting Contingent CC: Felicia

**If there is a need to sub in Edelweiss into the G-O-H contingent, she will be out of the Supporting Contingent and will then be replaced by the two reserves (Pei Xuan or Rycelyn).

Guides, this list is not definite. The girls in each contingent may change after we have all witnessed your performance during the rehearsals. We would want to give all Guides a chance to have a go, but should there be any unhappiness, please do not hesitate to look for Tzi Yene Ma'am and I. We will see what we can do.

Otherwise, always remember that you are wearing our guides uniform during the event. On the actual day, people will only compare and judge based on which UG you represent. Never forget that you represent Girl Guides, and always put in your best effort in whatever you are tasked with. Never forget our motto- 'Be Prepared'.

Remember to meet at 3.15pm on Wednesday outside Guides' Den, with PROPER ATTIRE.
Do check out the next post for some footdrill commands which may aid your practices at home.

Yours In Guiding
Hui Hui

17/7/2013 Session

Dear Guides

Starting from 17/7, we will be having our first full dress rehearsal for NDP with the other UGs. Please practice at home and revise your footdrills with your seniors or friends. It is very important.

Attire: Full Guides Uniform (White shoes with long socks, whistle, all badges and hat. Sec 2/3s, please bring your white gloves)

Assemble at 3.15pm outside Guides' Den for attire check. I expect to see everyone's attire up to standards. We will also be telling everyone who is in which contingent by the end of Sunday.

We'll be collecting your shoe size for the black boots we will be purchasing as well, please get it ready by Wednesday. Sec 1s' gloves will be bought soon. More information will be given.

Another reminder! NYAA and Cookie orders + Money to be handed in by MONDAY, 15 JULY to the respective Ma'ams.

Today's session was not too bad, but like always, there is still room for improvement. Please put in your 100% effort & do your best! Show them what Guides is all about! Meanwhile, good luck to all seniors taking O Levels' Oral!

Yours In Guiding
Hui Hui

12/7/13 Session

Dear Guides

On the 12/7 session, we will be continuing with more footdrills for NDP. Generally, good effort during today's session. However, I trust that all of us will be able to do much much better and prove ourselves to everybody.

Report outside Guides' Den at 2.15PM, in HALF U. I expect to see everyone's uniform up to standard, both Sec1s and seniors. Drink up and remember to hand in all cookie order forms and money by this Friday. Keep the money safe by putting it in an envelope labelled with your class! Do start on your badges soon so you will have time for your other commitments.

Yours In Guiding

Hui Hui

P/S: I've read some of your feedback and reflection for campfire. Not everyone has submitted yet, do help remind your friends.

Campfire Reflection

Dear Guides,

Now that campfire is over, I'm sure many of us would have created many fond memories with our fellow guide sisters. During this period of time, you would have gone through many ups and downs, thus this would be a good time for us to reflect on what we have done or think about what could have been improved.

Please type out your reflection for Polaris 2013, saying:

1) What you enjoyed about the campfire
2) 3 things that was good about campfire
3) 3 things that was bad about campfire
4) 3 things that can be improved about campfire.

I strongly urge all of you to take some time to ponder over these points so our next campfire can be a better one. Although this campfire was not the best, but our efforts have paid off and I believe the next one would be better. Have a great rest, drink up and prepare yourself for the next project A*Guides is about to undertake (NDP). We can all do this together.

Yours In Guiding,
Hui Hui