national day march pass / Wednesday, September 12, 2007
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Oneida Cubs Camp - June 07 / Monday, July 02, 2007
Scene 2: At attention!(Click the image to view a larger picture)
Okay, first things first, the cubs needed to set up their tents, which was going to be their 'home' for the next 2 nights, sans the parents! It was no joke trying to erect a tent in the hot sun, whatmore with the huge canvasses and adjoining poles! Despite the monumental task and the hodgepodge of tent equipment, the cubs did manage to have their tents up!
Scene4: Tents Up! (Click the image to view a larger picture)
Here we are with most of our tents all ready! We managed to set up the tent just in time before a huge downpour on Friday afternoon! The sense of satisfaction and accomplishment on the cubs' faces was indeed evident! Well done cubs! Thanks to our camp virtuoso, Mr Faris! And I believe, the bonding was simply sublime!
Scene 5: Fun Time! (Click on the image to view a larger picture)
Here are the cubs actively engaged in the camp activities. They played games like 'Pick-up-sticks' and 'Charades' and had a deluge of fun! I simply adore the graffiti art there! After that, we had our sumptous dinner.
Scene 6: Library Hike (Click on the image to view a larger picture)
After dinner, we went for our night walk. From East Spring Secondary, the cubs hiked all the way to the Tampines Regional Library. I was impressed that the cubs could walk in an orderly manner and had a high threshold of endurance despite the hike being a long one. At the library, the boys spent quality time reading. I'm sure Mr Teo would've been proud!
Okay, more pictures will be up soon! It was indeed an enjoyable moment in the cubs' scouting lives!
We, from ESPS would like to extend our special thanks to:
Mr Faris for spearheading the event.
Hasri, Suriana and Shidah for helping out immensely and giving continuous
support to the cubs.Mr Basheer Khan for allowing us to camp in the premises of East Spring Sec.
And all those who have helped in one way or another.
Till we meet at the next camp! Hurray for the ONEIDA juggernaut!
-posted by Miss Farhana
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Our Cub's Birthday / Sunday, July 01, 2007
(Clockwise: Mdm Azah, Muzzamil, Miss Farhana, Daryl, Mr Faris)
Thank you Muzzamil for inviting us Scout teachers, to your birthday! Hope you had an enjoyable time! We sure did!
-posted by Miss Farhana
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Oneida Arena / Monday, May 14, 2007
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Cubs Mind Quiz / Monday, April 02, 2007
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A WARM WELCOME / Saturday, March 24, 2007
MR FARIS FONG
to EAST SPRING PRIMARY SCHOOL.
Welcome to the teaching fraternity! (read: battlefield ;op)
We hope that your teaching journey will be a wonderful and fruitful one!
You would definitely make a great and inspiring teacher!
All the best, Faris!
Best Wishes,
Mdm Azah, Miss Farhana, Mdm Shikin
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NATIONAL PIONEERING COMPETITION / Sunday, February 11, 2007
These pictures were taken during the cubs' training at East Spring Secondary under the guidance of Mr Faris and Mr Basheer and team. The cubs managed to build solid, aesthetically-pleasing structures after many attempts and practice (and at the same time having loads of fun! Oh well, boys will all be boys!)
Oneida cubs during their training session at ESS.
(Click on the collage to enlarge it.)
And...finally, the big day!
Click on the collage to enlarge it.
Our school did not manage to qualify for the finals but it was worth it! It was essentially the exposure, bonding and team spirit that prevailed through the day. From the look on their faces, I could see the sense of accomplishment the boys felt. Eventhough there were tears, the boys put up a brave fight and displayed upmost showmanship! The true spirit of an ONEIDA cub!
After an entire day in the sun, the boys went home exhausted and fulfilled! Lets give a shout to ONEIDA!
And finally...we at East Spring Primary would not have made it without...
MR FARIS FONG @ FREE SPIRIT!
Many thanks to your dedication and unrelentless support for our cubs! Your contribution and efforts in helping us to prepare for the National Pioneering Competition as well as guiding our cubs through the event is greatly appreciated! On behalf of Mdm Azah, Mdm Shikin & myself, I thank you indeed.
- posted by Miss Farhana
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