Campus Changemaker Student Panelist Training (7 & 9 Feb)
Reflection:
1. What have your gain from this training? (eg. leadership quality)
2. How can you apply what you have learnt in daily life?
Please email to riversideleaders@hotmail.com by 15 February (Sunday).
Monday, February 9, 2009
Sunday, January 25, 2009
OGLs, Main Comm., Alumni & AV Crews for Sec1 Orientation Camp 2009
Please submit a 50 words reflection on what you feel about this camp or what you want to say to your sec 1 class that you are leading to riversideleaders@hotmail.com .
For OGLs:
Please indicate
1. Your name
2. Your class
3. Sec 1 class that you are leading (e.g 1/1A)
For Main Comm. & AV Crews:
Please indicate
1. Your name
2. Your class
For Alumnis:
Please indicate
1. Your name
2. Sec 1 class that you are following
P.S Anyone who have the camp photos, please send to riversideleaders@hotmail.com too.
Help to spread the message around !
Thanks :D
Photos for the camp will be posted at a later date.
Please be patient. :D
Lastly, please give constructive comments after viewing.
Write your own name together with the comment, else it will be remove.
We would greatly appreciated it. :]
Sec 1s are strongly encouraged to comment to show gratitude towards your OGLs.
Please submit a 50 words reflection on what you feel about this camp or what you want to say to your sec 1 class that you are leading to riversideleaders@hotmail.com .
For OGLs:
Please indicate
1. Your name
2. Your class
3. Sec 1 class that you are leading (e.g 1/1A)
For Main Comm. & AV Crews:
Please indicate
1. Your name
2. Your class
For Alumnis:
Please indicate
1. Your name
2. Sec 1 class that you are following
P.S Anyone who have the camp photos, please send to riversideleaders@hotmail.com too.
Help to spread the message around !
Thanks :D
Photos for the camp will be posted at a later date.
Please be patient. :D
Lastly, please give constructive comments after viewing.
Write your own name together with the comment, else it will be remove.
We would greatly appreciated it. :]
Sec 1s are strongly encouraged to comment to show gratitude towards your OGLs.
1/1
Sharon
I was attached to a lovely class of 1/1A, called Stinkbomb! It's a very lively class, as compared to most classes. As secondary ones, who are new to the new school environment, they are considered brave and outgoing little fellows who interacted with each other very well, as if they've already known each other for a very long time. During games, all of them participated enthusiastically and co-operated with each other well. It was endearing to see them enjoying and have fun together. Every scene urges me to join them in the fun! Thank you for giving me such a wonderful time :)
Deborah, 3/4
hello hello!(: First of all, I really enjoyed the camp even though it didn't start off as enthusiastic as i thought it'd be.This was a more challenging class to lead as compared to the class i (with other OGLs) lead last year.Which I shall not elaborate on haha.Anyway you guys still rock and everything turned to the positive way when you guys started to be more enthusiastic on the second day
:D.I believe that this camp has helped you all bond, interact and know each other better.From the positive attitudes you guys have shown, i can tell that you guys are keen to interact and learn from each other.Through this camp I've made many new friends( both sec 1s and OGLs.(btw,I love you guys and have enjoyed the time spent with you all ) oh and i've learnt a lot from you guys and also from this experience.(:
with love
Ling Mei, 4/4
This is a very fun camp but I suggest that it would be better if it is an overnight camp. Overall, I did enjoy the camp with my dear sec1/1B people and other OGLs and the games are fun. I suggest that the games can have more team building games so they can work together more.
Jian Qi, 3/6
I enjoyed this camp alot as it shows me that riversidians have a strong bond between each other and everyone of us. Most importantly, I enjoyed the cheers. Because they are something that is used to combine a group of people together. Although the sec 1s were not very enthusiastic at first, they became more 'hyper' and excited with our introduction of cheers and games. I truely enjoyed myself at the camp. I would also like to thank the main comm for organizing such a wonderful and whole camp ;teachers who stayed with their pupils;teachers who organized this camp. Last but not least, I would like to thank my ogl group for helping me let the sec 1s have a wonderful bonding session/camp/2 days.
Sharon
I was attached to a lovely class of 1/1A, called Stinkbomb! It's a very lively class, as compared to most classes. As secondary ones, who are new to the new school environment, they are considered brave and outgoing little fellows who interacted with each other very well, as if they've already known each other for a very long time. During games, all of them participated enthusiastically and co-operated with each other well. It was endearing to see them enjoying and have fun together. Every scene urges me to join them in the fun! Thank you for giving me such a wonderful time :)
Deborah, 3/4
hello hello!(: First of all, I really enjoyed the camp even though it didn't start off as enthusiastic as i thought it'd be.This was a more challenging class to lead as compared to the class i (with other OGLs) lead last year.Which I shall not elaborate on haha.Anyway you guys still rock and everything turned to the positive way when you guys started to be more enthusiastic on the second day
:D.I believe that this camp has helped you all bond, interact and know each other better.From the positive attitudes you guys have shown, i can tell that you guys are keen to interact and learn from each other.Through this camp I've made many new friends( both sec 1s and OGLs.(btw,I love you guys and have enjoyed the time spent with you all ) oh and i've learnt a lot from you guys and also from this experience.(:
with love
Ling Mei, 4/4
This is a very fun camp but I suggest that it would be better if it is an overnight camp. Overall, I did enjoy the camp with my dear sec1/1B people and other OGLs and the games are fun. I suggest that the games can have more team building games so they can work together more.
Jian Qi, 3/6
I enjoyed this camp alot as it shows me that riversidians have a strong bond between each other and everyone of us. Most importantly, I enjoyed the cheers. Because they are something that is used to combine a group of people together. Although the sec 1s were not very enthusiastic at first, they became more 'hyper' and excited with our introduction of cheers and games. I truely enjoyed myself at the camp. I would also like to thank the main comm for organizing such a wonderful and whole camp ;teachers who stayed with their pupils;teachers who organized this camp. Last but not least, I would like to thank my ogl group for helping me let the sec 1s have a wonderful bonding session/camp/2 days.
1/2
Gigi, 3/4
Being an OGL of class 1/2B, I'm proud and happy to say that I truely enjoyed myself mingling around with every 1/2 kids although at first I thought I would have a tough time handling NA class. But these two days with them proven me wrong. 1/2 is an enthu class with a bunch of cute kids! :D
Throughout this camp, I'm able to lead the sec 1s through the cheers and activities and at th same time, gained a lot of experiences on how to being able to react smartly according to different situations.
I would like to thank 1/2 OGLs for assisting me whenever i need help and main comm. for making this camp so successful! (:
I LOVE YOU, 1/2<3
Koo Wei Ler, 4/4
To 1/2,
Well, it was an enjoyable 2 days camp with you guys :D. You guys changed alot within one day!
Jiang Fei&Guo Jie, you two were SO not enthu during the first day O_O, but during the second day campfire, you all cheered really loud :D. Keep the attitude in your homeworks too :D.
James, you are a very good chairperson :D. First day, you didn't talk that much, then, during the second day, you were sooooooo talkative >_<. Keep up the good work being your class chairperon and continue to work up to being a level 3 or level 4 :D.
Zi Min, first day, very very naughty :P. Nothing could calm you down, we had to pick you out sometime to keep you quiet. During the second day, you suddenly kept so quiet~Maybe its your sore throat? But just being curious, what made you abit quiet during the second day? But then, don't talk too much during lessons! :D.
Bah, nothing else to say already, to the others, you all are fantastic but please mix around with your classmates :D, afterall, you all ARE going to be together for 2 years :D.
With Love
Jason, 2/6
This is the first time I had been a OGL, at first I was very nervous about it but in th end, the Sec 1s made it a very enjoyable experience for me. I am looking to being a OGL next year as I think that it is a very great experience for us to show out our leadership skills and it will definitely benefit us in years to come. On top of that I LOVE CLASS 1/2!!!
Joanna, 3/4
Being an Orientation Group Leader for the first time, I have learnt a lot from this wonderful experience. I can consider myself to be proud of being an OGL for Class 1-2A. I got to know about them and definitely, have made many new friends. The Sec 1 students were very enthusiastic and fun to be with.
1-2 rocks!!
I will never forget my fellow OGLs, Dewi, Shu Hui, Jason and Wei Ler. I enjoyed being with you guys throughout this camp. I had become a better leader because of you. Thanks a lot, guys.
Ye Jun, 2/6
I feel that this is a very good experience for us, as it teach us to lead. This was the first time I be an OGL, yet it was a very wonderful time! I love you, Sec ones!!! It was such a great experience that I could never forget it, and my OGL friends and I who were in the same class, were cheering away all the time! It's really unforgettable! All the camp cheers were very creative and PRO! The sec ones were all very cooperative and friendly, now, they are all my friends and we hit it off very well! Now, I have build lots of friendships with the Main Comm., OGLs and Sec ones! I wish I could join the Sec 1 camp again as OGL! And I really hope to be a student councillor and be a role model for Riversidians, to uphold the RSpIrit! (= (:
Si Ying, 4/4
I felt the camp was rather successful,only with some minor mistake due to lack of experience. All of the games was to promote school values. My favourite part was the songs and cheers part as i like getting high.=D I also like the outdoor games as i like to bake in the sun.
Hsing Yi, 4/8
During this year Secondary one oriential camp, I felt that it was really very fun. The Sec 1s are rather shy on their first day of the camp. But on the second day, they were very enthusiastic and willing to do the things we OGL request them to do. Although some of the Sec 1 are quite mischievous, it was fun to make friends with them. I also have fun working with the OGLs in my group.
Gigi, 3/4
Being an OGL of class 1/2B, I'm proud and happy to say that I truely enjoyed myself mingling around with every 1/2 kids although at first I thought I would have a tough time handling NA class. But these two days with them proven me wrong. 1/2 is an enthu class with a bunch of cute kids! :D
Throughout this camp, I'm able to lead the sec 1s through the cheers and activities and at th same time, gained a lot of experiences on how to being able to react smartly according to different situations.
I would like to thank 1/2 OGLs for assisting me whenever i need help and main comm. for making this camp so successful! (:
I LOVE YOU, 1/2<3
Koo Wei Ler, 4/4
To 1/2,
Well, it was an enjoyable 2 days camp with you guys :D. You guys changed alot within one day!
Jiang Fei&Guo Jie, you two were SO not enthu during the first day O_O, but during the second day campfire, you all cheered really loud :D. Keep the attitude in your homeworks too :D.
James, you are a very good chairperson :D. First day, you didn't talk that much, then, during the second day, you were sooooooo talkative >_<. Keep up the good work being your class chairperon and continue to work up to being a level 3 or level 4 :D.
Zi Min, first day, very very naughty :P. Nothing could calm you down, we had to pick you out sometime to keep you quiet. During the second day, you suddenly kept so quiet~Maybe its your sore throat? But just being curious, what made you abit quiet during the second day? But then, don't talk too much during lessons! :D.
Bah, nothing else to say already, to the others, you all are fantastic but please mix around with your classmates :D, afterall, you all ARE going to be together for 2 years :D.
With Love
Jason, 2/6
This is the first time I had been a OGL, at first I was very nervous about it but in th end, the Sec 1s made it a very enjoyable experience for me. I am looking to being a OGL next year as I think that it is a very great experience for us to show out our leadership skills and it will definitely benefit us in years to come. On top of that I LOVE CLASS 1/2!!!
Joanna, 3/4
Being an Orientation Group Leader for the first time, I have learnt a lot from this wonderful experience. I can consider myself to be proud of being an OGL for Class 1-2A. I got to know about them and definitely, have made many new friends. The Sec 1 students were very enthusiastic and fun to be with.
1-2 rocks!!
I will never forget my fellow OGLs, Dewi, Shu Hui, Jason and Wei Ler. I enjoyed being with you guys throughout this camp. I had become a better leader because of you. Thanks a lot, guys.
Ye Jun, 2/6
I feel that this is a very good experience for us, as it teach us to lead. This was the first time I be an OGL, yet it was a very wonderful time! I love you, Sec ones!!! It was such a great experience that I could never forget it, and my OGL friends and I who were in the same class, were cheering away all the time! It's really unforgettable! All the camp cheers were very creative and PRO! The sec ones were all very cooperative and friendly, now, they are all my friends and we hit it off very well! Now, I have build lots of friendships with the Main Comm., OGLs and Sec ones! I wish I could join the Sec 1 camp again as OGL! And I really hope to be a student councillor and be a role model for Riversidians, to uphold the RSpIrit! (= (:
Si Ying, 4/4
I felt the camp was rather successful,only with some minor mistake due to lack of experience. All of the games was to promote school values. My favourite part was the songs and cheers part as i like getting high.=D I also like the outdoor games as i like to bake in the sun.
Hsing Yi, 4/8
During this year Secondary one oriential camp, I felt that it was really very fun. The Sec 1s are rather shy on their first day of the camp. But on the second day, they were very enthusiastic and willing to do the things we OGL request them to do. Although some of the Sec 1 are quite mischievous, it was fun to make friends with them. I also have fun working with the OGLs in my group.
1/3
Tanay Yap, 4/4
Sec1 Orientation Camp 2009 has finally come to an end. Despite the fact that the camp was exhausting and wearying, I still enjoyed the whole camp! Something unique about this camp was that I was not only passing down my experiences and knowledge. At the same time, I also learnt several things from the Sec1 students and other OGLs. For instance, I got a better understanding of the benefits in taking initiative. If no one volunteers themselves, then there would be no progress at all. Besides that, I learn about different skills in handling various situations from other OGLs. Thus, I am sure this camp has been very beneficial to me, and I hope that the future Orientation Camps would turn out even more successfully!
Wong Zheng Xiong, 3/5
I am the OGL of class 1/3B, I would like to say, it has been a meaningful 2 days for both you guys and I, I supposed. With sweat and tears, we’ve made it through. Also, not forgetting the interactive activities organized by the efficient main coms, which foster the relationship among us even more. I believe what have been done, is done, don’t look back; the future is what we should be focusing on, how to improve and how to meet your goals. Live up to everyday, and have no regrets. Never mind if you are not the best, but at least you are those who can say I have did my best. I hope you guys will excel both academically and in personal.
Vinus Tay, 4/5
Leading the class of sec 1/3A.
The Secondary 1 orientation camp has finally came to an end.. haha.. well, it's really a very memorable time spent with the secondary one classes,
although the class i took is rather difficult to handle.It's a tiring and yet a fun experience. This is my first time being an OGL and an OGL leader. It's not a very easy "job" though. haha. The first day was quite ok, the sec ones were kinda rowdy, they keep hitting each other. Told them to stop but they keep hitting.. well, maybe because they are kids? Well, many of them enjoyed water games more!! They love getting wet!! haha.. scolded them on the first day though because they are getting quite out of hand.. Finally the 2nd day was abit better. hahas.. hope everyone enjoy the camp!!!
Eunice Chu, 3/7
It was fun being an ogl even though it lasted only for 2 days. During this 2 days, i gained alot of experience. Being an ogl, we had to lead the sec 1s in the activities, and it made me realise that in order to truely enjoy the camp, we have to take part in all the activities. I hope that through the camp, the sec 1s would bond together as a class (:
Tanay Yap, 4/4
Sec1 Orientation Camp 2009 has finally come to an end. Despite the fact that the camp was exhausting and wearying, I still enjoyed the whole camp! Something unique about this camp was that I was not only passing down my experiences and knowledge. At the same time, I also learnt several things from the Sec1 students and other OGLs. For instance, I got a better understanding of the benefits in taking initiative. If no one volunteers themselves, then there would be no progress at all. Besides that, I learn about different skills in handling various situations from other OGLs. Thus, I am sure this camp has been very beneficial to me, and I hope that the future Orientation Camps would turn out even more successfully!
Wong Zheng Xiong, 3/5
I am the OGL of class 1/3B, I would like to say, it has been a meaningful 2 days for both you guys and I, I supposed. With sweat and tears, we’ve made it through. Also, not forgetting the interactive activities organized by the efficient main coms, which foster the relationship among us even more. I believe what have been done, is done, don’t look back; the future is what we should be focusing on, how to improve and how to meet your goals. Live up to everyday, and have no regrets. Never mind if you are not the best, but at least you are those who can say I have did my best. I hope you guys will excel both academically and in personal.
Vinus Tay, 4/5
Leading the class of sec 1/3A.
The Secondary 1 orientation camp has finally came to an end.. haha.. well, it's really a very memorable time spent with the secondary one classes,
although the class i took is rather difficult to handle.It's a tiring and yet a fun experience. This is my first time being an OGL and an OGL leader. It's not a very easy "job" though. haha. The first day was quite ok, the sec ones were kinda rowdy, they keep hitting each other. Told them to stop but they keep hitting.. well, maybe because they are kids? Well, many of them enjoyed water games more!! They love getting wet!! haha.. scolded them on the first day though because they are getting quite out of hand.. Finally the 2nd day was abit better. hahas.. hope everyone enjoy the camp!!!
Eunice Chu, 3/7
It was fun being an ogl even though it lasted only for 2 days. During this 2 days, i gained alot of experience. Being an ogl, we had to lead the sec 1s in the activities, and it made me realise that in order to truely enjoy the camp, we have to take part in all the activities. I hope that through the camp, the sec 1s would bond together as a class (:
1/4
Cynthia, 4/5
The camp gave me a very meaningful 2 days. Even though the camp wasn't the previous 3 days 2 nights camp that my batch had, but I still learnt a lot of things. I learnt how to communicate better with people. I've also learnt how to motivate and encourage people, especially when my secondary one class is a normal technical class, some of them might think that they are not good enough, so during the camp, we did give them some motivational talks to motivate them. I've also become more responsible because we need to take care of all the secondary ones and the fellow OGLs in the group.
Tan Jia Huan
I feel that the camp should allow the Sec 1s to stay overnight so that they can mingle with their classmates, and make new friends. The camp should also include more games/activities that could allow classes to bond within themselves. My advice to them: Try not to neglect other classmates while having fun; give them a chance to enjoy. Learn to cooperate with the leaders in various events; the leaders also want the members to enjoy the event. C:
Yi Shen, 3/4
The Secondary 1 camp, even though it was a short one, but i strongly believe that a lot of lesson was taught there and learnt there. It is a memorable moment to all, and i am glad that i was able attend this camp, leading the Secondary1s to their games, having talks with them and also welcoming them the our Riverside Secondary School's Big Family. I hope that the Secondary 1s will be able to do well in future and achieve what they want in Riverside Secondary as a student, no, as a Riversidian!
Hui Ming, 4/8
First, for the camp. I felt that the camp was more than awesome. I had fun. However, the flow of information was rather disorganized. Information was changed a lot of times and I couldn’t catch some of the things. Perhaps I’m blur but yeah. I knew a lot of new people in my group, awesome people. We can work very well too. Though this is my graduating year, I would be glad to help again for such events in the future coming.
Second, for my class. 1/4B aka Machoz! There’s a reason why we’re coded ‘B’. That’s because stands for Best and tons of positive adjectives which I couldn’t think of now. But hey, you guys were awesome. At first, some of you were not really friendly. Some were kinda introvert. But after all the activities we did first day, you guys really can mingle well with each other. I’m happy for you guys. Although not much people in our class came on the Second day, we still demonstrated great teamwork and perseverance in what we do. Remember when Nickhill fell? I was happy because you guys cared for him, worried about his situation. That really brought satisfaction to us as at least what we said had been absorbed to your minds. But of course I was worried for his situation. You guys were awesome-ly co-operative and it’s been great fun to lead and work with you guys. All the best in your future Machoz!! :D
And please remember the following:
In the early morning run, with the Gatsby in my bag. *fling your hair*
Cynthia, 4/5
The camp gave me a very meaningful 2 days. Even though the camp wasn't the previous 3 days 2 nights camp that my batch had, but I still learnt a lot of things. I learnt how to communicate better with people. I've also learnt how to motivate and encourage people, especially when my secondary one class is a normal technical class, some of them might think that they are not good enough, so during the camp, we did give them some motivational talks to motivate them. I've also become more responsible because we need to take care of all the secondary ones and the fellow OGLs in the group.
Tan Jia Huan
I feel that the camp should allow the Sec 1s to stay overnight so that they can mingle with their classmates, and make new friends. The camp should also include more games/activities that could allow classes to bond within themselves. My advice to them: Try not to neglect other classmates while having fun; give them a chance to enjoy. Learn to cooperate with the leaders in various events; the leaders also want the members to enjoy the event. C:
Yi Shen, 3/4
The Secondary 1 camp, even though it was a short one, but i strongly believe that a lot of lesson was taught there and learnt there. It is a memorable moment to all, and i am glad that i was able attend this camp, leading the Secondary1s to their games, having talks with them and also welcoming them the our Riverside Secondary School's Big Family. I hope that the Secondary 1s will be able to do well in future and achieve what they want in Riverside Secondary as a student, no, as a Riversidian!
Hui Ming, 4/8
First, for the camp. I felt that the camp was more than awesome. I had fun. However, the flow of information was rather disorganized. Information was changed a lot of times and I couldn’t catch some of the things. Perhaps I’m blur but yeah. I knew a lot of new people in my group, awesome people. We can work very well too. Though this is my graduating year, I would be glad to help again for such events in the future coming.
Second, for my class. 1/4B aka Machoz! There’s a reason why we’re coded ‘B’. That’s because stands for Best and tons of positive adjectives which I couldn’t think of now. But hey, you guys were awesome. At first, some of you were not really friendly. Some were kinda introvert. But after all the activities we did first day, you guys really can mingle well with each other. I’m happy for you guys. Although not much people in our class came on the Second day, we still demonstrated great teamwork and perseverance in what we do. Remember when Nickhill fell? I was happy because you guys cared for him, worried about his situation. That really brought satisfaction to us as at least what we said had been absorbed to your minds. But of course I was worried for his situation. You guys were awesome-ly co-operative and it’s been great fun to lead and work with you guys. All the best in your future Machoz!! :D
And please remember the following:
In the early morning run, with the Gatsby in my bag. *fling your hair*
1/5
Gek Teng , 4/6
Firstly I want to say that I'm honoured to be selected again to be a part of the Secondary One Orientation Camp 2009. I've been an OGL for the past 3 years, since Secondary 2 and have had alot of fun times during the camp. This year as an OGL leader, i've learnt even more things and have gained more experience. I get to lead the group and interact with them. At first it wasn't easy to get them hyped up for the camp, but i felt a sense of achievement and happiness as my group of OGLs and myself finally got the group to open up and make friends.
I realised that being an OGL leader has more responsiblities compared to a normal OGL. Sometimes it's hard for me to have fun all the times as i will tend to neglect my group's needs. i need to be serious at times and have to make sure everything was alright, and that none of my group members were hurt, etc. although it's abit stressful to handle it, especially when you have a missing boy every now and then, i'm just glad we all came through it.
Overall i think this camp was organised well, despite some problems and confusion that happened in between the camp. i think effective communication should be one of the key aspects to a well-organised event.
to my group 1/5a, thank you for making my last Secondary One Orientation camp a meaningful one. i've learnt alot of you guys, as much as you've learnt from me. i hope you all will continue this enthusiastic attitude for your future endeavours and wish everyone the best of luck!
and to my efficient group of OGLs. haha, we've come a long way! thank you for being such good working partners. i've certainly made some good friends along the way! especially Ain from 1/5b, we've gone through alot girl! may we all continue to stay in touch yeas? ;D
Hazel Lim, 2/6
The overall orientation camp was quite fun . The games were interesting .
However , i think it would be more fun and exciting if the camp was 3 days 2 nites .
I hope that it would be possible nxt yr ? At the beginning of the camp , during the first day , the students of 1/5 B was not very friendly .
The impression some of the boys left on me were not very nice . Some of the boys were very selfish , especially when me and the other ogls were trying to get some help in refilling the bottles .
They expressed selfishness by not wanting to help the girls out in refilling the bottles too .
I admit i was quite upset when i witnessed it .
That was why me and another ogl placed alot of emphasis on class unity and helping out one another in times of need .
At the very least , by the end of the camp , we managed to see improvements in the students .
The bond between them increased , and they are getting along well much more .
As an ogl , i feel quite pleased and satisfied at the end of the day .
I hope to have a chance to be an ogl again next year (:
Thankyous !
Jia Hui, 3/5
Way ahead of the camp i was already very excited and looking forward to it . When the day finally came for us to meet our new sec one juniors, I was more than ready. Having gone through sec one orientation camp in my first year as a rivisidian and now as a student leader leading the class 1/5b, i really gained alot of experiences.
Taking care of the class may be tough sometimes when they do not cooperate but it's wonderful to know that you still have other ogls lending their help and support to you. It was also heart-warming to know from them that they enjoyed the camp and some even inspired to be ogls next time !
Looking at the sec ones now made me think of how i have gone through those tough times in riverside and made it this far. There have been problems and stuffs but still we've all manage to hang on. Hopefully they too will come to enjoy themselves in riverside as well as bond together as a class.
Joey, 3/9
Sec 1 orientation camp was basically a new and unforgettable experience for me. By leading 1/5 throughout the camp brought me a lot of joy and laughter. During the last day of the camp, I felt sad as 1/5 were very cooperative and seriously I can't bear with them when it's time to leave. They were too adorable!!! (: However, I suggest for better food and wish that there'll be overnight for the next batch. (:
Benjamin Bey
Overall, the secondary one orientation camp was a splendid camp. I'm sure everyone had their own fair share of fun, be it planning for the camp or participating in the fun and meaningful activities in the camp. I was assigned to help out with group 1/5A "IDK" and i saw how the OGLs tried their best to keep the spirits high within the group. Congratulations to the student leaders and all who is involved in this camp in one way or another in making this camp a wonderful one.-
Gek Teng , 4/6
Firstly I want to say that I'm honoured to be selected again to be a part of the Secondary One Orientation Camp 2009. I've been an OGL for the past 3 years, since Secondary 2 and have had alot of fun times during the camp. This year as an OGL leader, i've learnt even more things and have gained more experience. I get to lead the group and interact with them. At first it wasn't easy to get them hyped up for the camp, but i felt a sense of achievement and happiness as my group of OGLs and myself finally got the group to open up and make friends.
I realised that being an OGL leader has more responsiblities compared to a normal OGL. Sometimes it's hard for me to have fun all the times as i will tend to neglect my group's needs. i need to be serious at times and have to make sure everything was alright, and that none of my group members were hurt, etc. although it's abit stressful to handle it, especially when you have a missing boy every now and then, i'm just glad we all came through it.
Overall i think this camp was organised well, despite some problems and confusion that happened in between the camp. i think effective communication should be one of the key aspects to a well-organised event.
to my group 1/5a, thank you for making my last Secondary One Orientation camp a meaningful one. i've learnt alot of you guys, as much as you've learnt from me. i hope you all will continue this enthusiastic attitude for your future endeavours and wish everyone the best of luck!
and to my efficient group of OGLs. haha, we've come a long way! thank you for being such good working partners. i've certainly made some good friends along the way! especially Ain from 1/5b, we've gone through alot girl! may we all continue to stay in touch yeas? ;D
Hazel Lim, 2/6
The overall orientation camp was quite fun . The games were interesting .
However , i think it would be more fun and exciting if the camp was 3 days 2 nites .
I hope that it would be possible nxt yr ? At the beginning of the camp , during the first day , the students of 1/5 B was not very friendly .
The impression some of the boys left on me were not very nice . Some of the boys were very selfish , especially when me and the other ogls were trying to get some help in refilling the bottles .
They expressed selfishness by not wanting to help the girls out in refilling the bottles too .
I admit i was quite upset when i witnessed it .
That was why me and another ogl placed alot of emphasis on class unity and helping out one another in times of need .
At the very least , by the end of the camp , we managed to see improvements in the students .
The bond between them increased , and they are getting along well much more .
As an ogl , i feel quite pleased and satisfied at the end of the day .
I hope to have a chance to be an ogl again next year (:
Thankyous !
Jia Hui, 3/5
Way ahead of the camp i was already very excited and looking forward to it . When the day finally came for us to meet our new sec one juniors, I was more than ready. Having gone through sec one orientation camp in my first year as a rivisidian and now as a student leader leading the class 1/5b, i really gained alot of experiences.
Taking care of the class may be tough sometimes when they do not cooperate but it's wonderful to know that you still have other ogls lending their help and support to you. It was also heart-warming to know from them that they enjoyed the camp and some even inspired to be ogls next time !
Looking at the sec ones now made me think of how i have gone through those tough times in riverside and made it this far. There have been problems and stuffs but still we've all manage to hang on. Hopefully they too will come to enjoy themselves in riverside as well as bond together as a class.
Joey, 3/9
Sec 1 orientation camp was basically a new and unforgettable experience for me. By leading 1/5 throughout the camp brought me a lot of joy and laughter. During the last day of the camp, I felt sad as 1/5 were very cooperative and seriously I can't bear with them when it's time to leave. They were too adorable!!! (: However, I suggest for better food and wish that there'll be overnight for the next batch. (:
Benjamin Bey
Overall, the secondary one orientation camp was a splendid camp. I'm sure everyone had their own fair share of fun, be it planning for the camp or participating in the fun and meaningful activities in the camp. I was assigned to help out with group 1/5A "IDK" and i saw how the OGLs tried their best to keep the spirits high within the group. Congratulations to the student leaders and all who is involved in this camp in one way or another in making this camp a wonderful one.-
1/6
Tan Jing, 3/4
I felt that i had a lot of fun during this camp. i made many many new friends, both secondary ones and my fellow OGLs from various classes. This camp has widen my network of friends and made me a better leader and made me gain more experiences on how a camp should be conducted based on the main commitees efforts and actions. I just thank my fellow secondary ones for letting me have such a fun time and not regret being and OGL. THANK YOU!
Serene Goh, 3/7
This is my first year as an OGL. I was in-charge of 1/6. I've never regretted joining OGL despite the meetings and the long hours dedicated to OGL. It was an amazing experience. It helped me relieve my Sec 1 camp. Unforgettable, memorable, lovable experience.
Preethee, 2/6
The camp was very fun. Since i didn't come for the training, i didn't know any of my group's OGLs. But we got to know each other quite fast. When it came to the ice-breaker games, the sec ones were very shy, especially the girls. At least the boys shouted quite abit. I got to know the sec ones slightly more by this time. They too started to talk to most of th OGLs by this time. As time went, the sec ones and I became good friends. They're jokes were very funny. :] Especially during the campfire, we bonded a lot. I learned alot of values, especially teamwork and trust from th sec ones. The camp should have been overnight. Think it would have been more interesting that way. The sec ones were the best! I loved them man. :]
Wendy Sim, 4/4
On the first day of the camp, the secondary ones were not very enthusiastic about the camp. Some of them were very shy. However, during the team dynamics games, the secondary ones began to open up and I could see that everyone was having fun playing the games.
Overall, I believe that the secondary ones had fun during the camp. The camp has taught me to have patience when communicating with the secondary ones.
Tan Jing, 3/4
I felt that i had a lot of fun during this camp. i made many many new friends, both secondary ones and my fellow OGLs from various classes. This camp has widen my network of friends and made me a better leader and made me gain more experiences on how a camp should be conducted based on the main commitees efforts and actions. I just thank my fellow secondary ones for letting me have such a fun time and not regret being and OGL. THANK YOU!
Serene Goh, 3/7
This is my first year as an OGL. I was in-charge of 1/6. I've never regretted joining OGL despite the meetings and the long hours dedicated to OGL. It was an amazing experience. It helped me relieve my Sec 1 camp. Unforgettable, memorable, lovable experience.
Preethee, 2/6
The camp was very fun. Since i didn't come for the training, i didn't know any of my group's OGLs. But we got to know each other quite fast. When it came to the ice-breaker games, the sec ones were very shy, especially the girls. At least the boys shouted quite abit. I got to know the sec ones slightly more by this time. They too started to talk to most of th OGLs by this time. As time went, the sec ones and I became good friends. They're jokes were very funny. :] Especially during the campfire, we bonded a lot. I learned alot of values, especially teamwork and trust from th sec ones. The camp should have been overnight. Think it would have been more interesting that way. The sec ones were the best! I loved them man. :]
Wendy Sim, 4/4
On the first day of the camp, the secondary ones were not very enthusiastic about the camp. Some of them were very shy. However, during the team dynamics games, the secondary ones began to open up and I could see that everyone was having fun playing the games.
Overall, I believe that the secondary ones had fun during the camp. The camp has taught me to have patience when communicating with the secondary ones.
1/7
Wassim, 3/4
My name is Wassim.I am from 3/4E and I am a OGL of class 1/7B.I have been an OGL for two years and I am very pleased that my class turn out to be a wonderful and adventurous class more than I expected.I hope that my class will stand out from the rest of the classes.I wish my very best wishes to each and everyone in my class.GOOD LUCK!!!!!
Peixin, 3/6
At the beginning of the camp when i first met my group, i was really disappointed that they were not enthusiastic or 'high', i am pretty sure that my other ogl friends thought so too. But we remembered that as OGLs, we were supposed to support them and get them to be enthusiastic and enjoy the camp, so we started to mingle with them and motivated them to cheer. Just let go of themselves and enjoy the 2 day camp. I was really happy that all of them did so and really enjoyed themselves. A peek in their camp booklets really made us, ogl's day cause the comments were all really positive. It warmed out hearts and made us love our campers even more. I felt really appreciated and rewarded. In a small but inspiring way. It made me want to do more and continue to touch more people. (not literally, duh!) At the end of the 2 day camp, I really felt that I have inspired or touched the Sec 1, as much as they have inspired me.
Dear 1/7,
Secondary school life is really different from primary school life. I hope you guys had a good start during the camp and learnt something about our school. Studies will be getting tougher and if you need help, whether in studies, friends or just need someone to talk to, you have your ogls who will always, always be here for you! Thank you for touching my life and inspiring me so much. I am sorry if i have scolded you guys or did something that you didn't like. Please do not take it to heart as it is difficult to guide you guys when you dont cooperate. But im so glad that you guys enjoyed yourself! Shriram, dont feel sad about not having a good friend yet, it takes times to make a friend you can trust in who will understand you and share your pains. Well, to be honest, at sec3, i have not found mine yet! So dont worry, you are not an out cast or anything of that such. You just haven't found the right one ( no, im not talking about girlfriends here). One step at a time! 1/7, i love you and im glad i got your class.[:
Alica Wee, 4/5
It was my first time being an Orientation Group Leader and after this whole experience, I felt that being a good leader and a role model is very important. The two day camp made me realise how fulfilling it can be to watch the secondary ones make friends and the smiles on their faces indicating they had fun. I love 1/7!!
Mandy Tan, 4/7
The camp was fun, especially the games organized, some sec1s of the class I took and I enjoyed the camp. Though 1/7b did not win any awards, you all had participated actively and displayed team spirit in all the games which is a good thing, although you all only know your classmates for a few days. So to everyone in 1/7! Work hard towards your goals! Gambate!
Joel Lim, 4/9
Firstly, kudos to all who were involved. A few mishaps may have occured along the way, but I'm a firm believer that it was still a job well done. I've been really hyped before the camp and I'm very pleased to say that I wasn't let down. Improvisations were made swiftly and of course with the best interest of everyone in mind. Compromisations were made, issues were settled. The only grouse I had was that the camp was without overnight stays in school. It may have been only 2 days, but they're 2 days that I'll never forget.
1/7A. You guys have been wonderful. There was a 180 degrees turn in your attitude, from being so reserved, quiet individuals to being such an united group of students. I'm sorry if you guys found me weird on the first day with my weird antics. But well I guess we all got along just fine. It may have been rather queer, an entirely new enviroment and new people to adapt to. I have to admit. I took a small peek into the reflections and well, I'm honesly glad that no one found me scary/fierce (repulsive maybe). All I saw were comments that the OGLs were really positive. There might not have been enough time for interaction between the campers and us OGLs, but there'll always be more time. Here's wishing all of you have a great journey ahead in riverside. Remember, sign up for OGL next year!
Andrea, 2/6
For the two days, I managed to memorise the names of those juniors in 1/7A ;D
Although they were unwilling to interact with us, they managed to after a few rounds of ice-breaker games ^^
The class chairperson did a good job in taking the initiative and gave good suggestions for the cheers XD
Overall, I enjoyed myself during the camp with the CUTE juniors and I hope they will pass their exams with flying colours ><>
1/8
Bianca, 3/8
i feel that this year's sec one orientation camp was an enjoyable one for me.
although the sec ones were not that hyper at first but after the campfire, they were more hyper and bonded.
i have learnt alot from this camp, from both the sec ones and my fellow OGLs.
i have truly enjoyed myself and hope that the sec ones enjoyed themselves too (:
Wei Hong, 4/8
As being an OGL for the first time, I have experienced a lot. As the Sec 3 I/C of NPCC, I have to teach my juniors new things and all but as an OGL, though we are passing different information to them, it takes more effort as the sec 1s do not have that much discipline as they are not that mature yet. I felt that this camp taught me how to handle different people at different situation. Thought my class gave us OGLs headaches awhile too much, we still enjoyed each others company and they were more high after the camp than during the camp.
Yain Yi, 3/7
During this two days camp, i have learn a lot of things.i have learn how to lead and interact with people.i also learn that teamwork and self-discipline are very important.although everyone werent really bonded for the first day,but i think they did pretty well for the second day.they begin to know each other better and love being together with each other.i love 1/8! (:
Jia Da, 3/4
I wish that everyone in their class has got to know each other. I am happy that I am able to be the OGL for sec 1/8 B. I have quite a lot of fun in the camp. I learn a lot from the camp such as leadership qualities. Thus, I strongly encourage everyone to join the OGL as it will gain a lot from the camp.
Ong Jia Hui, 4/5
Throughout the whole camp, not only have I learnt to lead and act like a senior should be towards their juniors, I have also learnt to establish relationship with other people. The Secondary 1s were shy on the first day but as soon as they were familiarized with the cheers and the OGL’s behavior they started to be enthusiastic which motivated us OGLs to go on and make them feel welcomed at home in Riverside as well.
Sufiliyana 3/1
i feel this camp is quite fun. my juniors made my day with their enthusiam on the second day.Overall, i find my juniors nice and friendly and the games are also quite fun.I hope to take part in more fin and interesting games orientation camps like this in future with more games and hopefully overnight stay.Most main committee members are nice.i am thankful for this chance to be an OGL. I hope there will be more chances for me to be and OGL again.(:
Bianca, 3/8
i feel that this year's sec one orientation camp was an enjoyable one for me.
although the sec ones were not that hyper at first but after the campfire, they were more hyper and bonded.
i have learnt alot from this camp, from both the sec ones and my fellow OGLs.
i have truly enjoyed myself and hope that the sec ones enjoyed themselves too (:
Wei Hong, 4/8
As being an OGL for the first time, I have experienced a lot. As the Sec 3 I/C of NPCC, I have to teach my juniors new things and all but as an OGL, though we are passing different information to them, it takes more effort as the sec 1s do not have that much discipline as they are not that mature yet. I felt that this camp taught me how to handle different people at different situation. Thought my class gave us OGLs headaches awhile too much, we still enjoyed each others company and they were more high after the camp than during the camp.
Yain Yi, 3/7
During this two days camp, i have learn a lot of things.i have learn how to lead and interact with people.i also learn that teamwork and self-discipline are very important.although everyone werent really bonded for the first day,but i think they did pretty well for the second day.they begin to know each other better and love being together with each other.i love 1/8! (:
Jia Da, 3/4
I wish that everyone in their class has got to know each other. I am happy that I am able to be the OGL for sec 1/8 B. I have quite a lot of fun in the camp. I learn a lot from the camp such as leadership qualities. Thus, I strongly encourage everyone to join the OGL as it will gain a lot from the camp.
Ong Jia Hui, 4/5
Throughout the whole camp, not only have I learnt to lead and act like a senior should be towards their juniors, I have also learnt to establish relationship with other people. The Secondary 1s were shy on the first day but as soon as they were familiarized with the cheers and the OGL’s behavior they started to be enthusiastic which motivated us OGLs to go on and make them feel welcomed at home in Riverside as well.
Sufiliyana 3/1
i feel this camp is quite fun. my juniors made my day with their enthusiam on the second day.Overall, i find my juniors nice and friendly and the games are also quite fun.I hope to take part in more fin and interesting games orientation camps like this in future with more games and hopefully overnight stay.Most main committee members are nice.i am thankful for this chance to be an OGL. I hope there will be more chances for me to be and OGL again.(:
Main Comm.
Khairul, 3/9
Although the camp is a day camp, to me, everything went well. Also, i can see the Sec 1s enjoying themselves throughout the time they spent at the camp. I can sense this by the smiles i see on their faces.
I really think that a overnight camp is better because not only they can bond even more, we also have more time for games and cheers. Overall, it was a great experience with the NEW Riversidians.
Hui Wen, 3/6
i think that this year's orientation camp went quite well except that some of the maincomm members and OGLs themselves are not very clear of the schedule. i feel that the OGLs should also join in some of the games, example blanket , as it can be a chance to know your juniors well and also let them feel that Riverside is not a 'scary' place , to those secondary ones that just entered the school . what went wrong was that we did not think of the accident that happended at chair-ish and i think that we should apologise to everyone, expecially the casualty and his family. During the games , the OGLs should also help us to keep the campers quiet when we are introducing the games, as its quite noisy during the station games.
THANK YOU :D
Melody Mak, 4/4
This year's orientation camp really gave me more exposure and experience of planning a successful camp. I learnt a lot from the planning process and do hope that I will be able to utilise the knowledge gained from the camp in my future endeavours. Making mistakes is inevitable in the planning process; we all learn from them and will definitely try not to repeat again. Planning the camp and doing the preparation work was not very tedious, as all Main Comm. members have did more than their fair share of work, I also tried my best to hand in required documents and complete the tasks given. At the start of the camp, everything was not really into place but after some time, I managed to feel the flow of the camp and helped whenever needed. Being part of OC'09 Main Comm. had enriched my life in RS and enabled me to better myself as I discovered new things that I can improve on. The vivid memories of the camp that was left behind will always remain deep within me.
Rui Xia, 3/5
Jostling through the crowd of all the new faces, I prepared for my schedules and files for this stirring event. As I stood at the stairs at the Quadrangle looking at the large swarm of those enthusiastic Secondary 1 students with many wide grins on their faces, I said to myself: “This is the day.” I promised myself to do everything I can to make this orientation camp a success.
Personally, I feel that the MainComm are all very cooperative and unified. As days passed with meetings, proposals and more discussions, we began to know each other even better and were able to build a cordial working relationship with one another. I believed that every one of us benefited in this Orientation Camp and enjoyed ourselves as much. Even every now and then there might be conflicts and disagreements within the Main Committee, we are still able to resolve the problems and are still like a big family. During the Orientation camp, the Main Committee members had put in effort in making sure that everything goes smoothly, and every camper have enjoyed themselves. In my opinion, I feel that the Orientation camp has a large space for improvement, as it was quite messy and disorganized. I hoped that next year’s Orientation Camp would be better.
The OGLs quickly adapted with the Secondary 1 students and brought the campers into the ‘camp mode’. When it came to the stimulating station games, everyone was already in a hyper mode. And as it reached campfire on day two, this was the jolliest time when the campers would emerge boisterously and surround the campfire and gave it their best shot. Three cheers for the OGLs and campers!
And of course, I must thank the Main Committee members for their hard work and continuous support for one another. I will never forget the great times we have spent while working with one another. Another three cheers for the MainComms!
Chin Pang, 4/4
Through this camp, I had managed to tap on my last year’s experiences and also managed to make certain changes to make the logistics affairs run better. I was glad that I have a good team to work with as during the planning process, my fellow members provided me ideas that I may have never thought of to solve matters more efficiently. On the actual camp, although they are hiccups occasionally, we manage to think on our feet and brainstorm for solutions quickly to reduce the inconveniences caused. Another plus point is that we worked fast as a whole team and in times of need, we adapt to the situation. There are some major problems though such as not stationing Logistic members during some periods that are necessary and the sudden shortage of logistics without prior notice, so I hope that the next batch of MainComm in the Logistics department can look into this to run the next Orientation Camp better. All in all, thanks for all who have helped in one way or another and I am honoured to be part of the MainComm for this Orientation Camp.
Jun Wen, 3/5
I feel that this camp was a total success. Basically from the laughter of the OGLs and the sec ones i could tell that already. Seeing the sec ones enjoying what we planned for them made it all worthwhile. I felt really happy to see them happy because they are the main reason that we stayed back to do so many proposals and knowing everyone's effort paid off it was quite touching. I was not attached to any sec one classes but i want to thank all of the sec ones for making this camp worthwhile for everyone and also the OGLs who helped the sec ones to bond and everything. Thanks all of you!
Feng Shan, 4/7
Overall, I felt that the camp was not bad...I was really glad that the camp has finally ended, as it has been a “long” process beforehand...and it was great to see the plannings were being carried out quite successfully. Be it preparing the camp during the holidays, or carrying it out, it was really a enjoyable and memorable experience, it is really worth remembering...
Good job people! =D
Amir, 3/7
This camp has been a great experience for me when I am organising it and also during the camp itself. Especially organizing for campfire. I feel that Alumni is great because they helped built up campfire structure and many more things. I feel that Main Comm. has done a good job well done.
Kai Yuan, 4/4
This camp is a very enriching one. This is the first time being a Main Comm., for the past two years, I have been an OGL, even though it is the same camp, but the overall experience is very different. I have learnt to be more outspoken and more responsible through this organisation of camp. Last but not least, great job everyone.
Rahayu, 3/1
I'm a Maincomm member under the Admin department . my other admin members were busy in the OPS collating the attendance for all the campers which inculdes the OGLs, maincomm and sec ones. not only that, we also had to update the latest events that will take place and for how long. not forgetting to open and lock the bunks and other rooms needed for the different activites. there was time when we had nothing to do , so i went to look around,to see how the campers were progressing.i can say that the campers have improved during the two day camp.On the first day, the were a bit quiet but on the second day,I could hear more noise coming from them as they did cheers with enthusiasm.Overall,this camp is a success but the enthusiasm could be better (: Good Job everyone (:
Debbie, 3/8
Being a part of the organising team for the Secondary One Orientation Camp 2009, it has definitely broaden my perspective and enriched my capacity as a leader. Throughout the whole planning of this entire camp, I definitely had to step out of my comfort zone - doing things which I wasn't familiar with. Such as I had to write proposals in a whole new format or I had to copy down meeting minutes. However, I certainly believe that by doing all these new things, it will definitely assist me so much better in all my future endeavours.
Behind the scenes during the actual days of the camp, there were definitely alot of hiccups that occured. Such major ones and some minor ones. But I believe it is really through all these life and first hand experiences/ situations that I'm able grow so much more in my area of leadership, my area of planning, my area of clarification. Its only after something that we've never expected happened, happened, that gave me this wake up call - "Hey next time, lets make sure that this wouldnt happen anymore! "
There are definitely alot of spaces for improvement in this camp, but let's plan a better one together for the 2010 batch of secondary ones. Be it whether this 2009 camp has been a successful one, let me just really thank our dedicated and faithful OGLs, and of course, to all my dear Maincomm, thanks for putting in all your sweat and tears, together we'll all do better and create a more successful camp experience for the next batch of secondary ones! (:
Aaron Oh, 4/4
As this is my first year being a main committee member, i feel that i have learn many things and being exposed to many new things that i have not done before. I have learn how to plan a camp and even how to run a camp smoothly through this experience. Furthermore, teamwork is also needed in order for the camp to run smoothly. Although there may be problems along the way, i still felt that the camp was very successful with the help of all the students and teachers who were involved in it. Without these people, the camp would not run very smoothly. Furthermore, without the Secondary One pupils, the camp would also not go on. I felt that the Secondary One pupils have fun at the camp as there would play the games with passion and enjoyed the it. Without, this camp would not look like a camp. Hence, i felt that this was an very enjoyable and enriching camp and thanks you for all the people who made this camp a possible one.
Alaric, 3/7
generally, the camp is fun..but i feel that an overnight camp would be much more fun and the campers would have a stronger bond compared to a day camp.the organisation is good as we split up to do work.we also should maximise the space of the canteen instead of using the half of the canteen.the food should have more flavour and more protein instead of deitary fibre.the ops room also should be centralised at the camp site as it would be much more convenient.
Azura, 4/7
The Maincomm members did an amazing job organising it. I appraise the secondary 3 maincomm members for doing such an efficient job eventhough most of them are first-timers. OGLs were at their best but hopefully they'll be way better next year! The camp was fun but I feel that there is still room for improvement. Nevertheless, it was an opportunity not to be forgotten.
Tong Jun, 4/4
sec 1s oeii!!! For me,i felt that this year's sec 1 camp had been a real success.Because despite the fact that there was no overnight stay,i feel that the sec 1s still had fun and they have learn a lot of stuff during the camp.I feel that the OGLs have done a GREAT job leading the sec 1s.I could see a lot of them leading and cheering the sec 1s on.Of course, all of this is not possible without the sec 1s cooperation.Hope that the camp has been a enriching one for you guys.Good luck in whatever you guys do in the future(: stay happy~~
Khairul, 3/9
Although the camp is a day camp, to me, everything went well. Also, i can see the Sec 1s enjoying themselves throughout the time they spent at the camp. I can sense this by the smiles i see on their faces.
I really think that a overnight camp is better because not only they can bond even more, we also have more time for games and cheers. Overall, it was a great experience with the NEW Riversidians.
Hui Wen, 3/6
i think that this year's orientation camp went quite well except that some of the maincomm members and OGLs themselves are not very clear of the schedule. i feel that the OGLs should also join in some of the games, example blanket , as it can be a chance to know your juniors well and also let them feel that Riverside is not a 'scary' place , to those secondary ones that just entered the school . what went wrong was that we did not think of the accident that happended at chair-ish and i think that we should apologise to everyone, expecially the casualty and his family. During the games , the OGLs should also help us to keep the campers quiet when we are introducing the games, as its quite noisy during the station games.
THANK YOU :D
Melody Mak, 4/4
This year's orientation camp really gave me more exposure and experience of planning a successful camp. I learnt a lot from the planning process and do hope that I will be able to utilise the knowledge gained from the camp in my future endeavours. Making mistakes is inevitable in the planning process; we all learn from them and will definitely try not to repeat again. Planning the camp and doing the preparation work was not very tedious, as all Main Comm. members have did more than their fair share of work, I also tried my best to hand in required documents and complete the tasks given. At the start of the camp, everything was not really into place but after some time, I managed to feel the flow of the camp and helped whenever needed. Being part of OC'09 Main Comm. had enriched my life in RS and enabled me to better myself as I discovered new things that I can improve on. The vivid memories of the camp that was left behind will always remain deep within me.
Rui Xia, 3/5
Jostling through the crowd of all the new faces, I prepared for my schedules and files for this stirring event. As I stood at the stairs at the Quadrangle looking at the large swarm of those enthusiastic Secondary 1 students with many wide grins on their faces, I said to myself: “This is the day.” I promised myself to do everything I can to make this orientation camp a success.
Personally, I feel that the MainComm are all very cooperative and unified. As days passed with meetings, proposals and more discussions, we began to know each other even better and were able to build a cordial working relationship with one another. I believed that every one of us benefited in this Orientation Camp and enjoyed ourselves as much. Even every now and then there might be conflicts and disagreements within the Main Committee, we are still able to resolve the problems and are still like a big family. During the Orientation camp, the Main Committee members had put in effort in making sure that everything goes smoothly, and every camper have enjoyed themselves. In my opinion, I feel that the Orientation camp has a large space for improvement, as it was quite messy and disorganized. I hoped that next year’s Orientation Camp would be better.
The OGLs quickly adapted with the Secondary 1 students and brought the campers into the ‘camp mode’. When it came to the stimulating station games, everyone was already in a hyper mode. And as it reached campfire on day two, this was the jolliest time when the campers would emerge boisterously and surround the campfire and gave it their best shot. Three cheers for the OGLs and campers!
And of course, I must thank the Main Committee members for their hard work and continuous support for one another. I will never forget the great times we have spent while working with one another. Another three cheers for the MainComms!
Chin Pang, 4/4
Through this camp, I had managed to tap on my last year’s experiences and also managed to make certain changes to make the logistics affairs run better. I was glad that I have a good team to work with as during the planning process, my fellow members provided me ideas that I may have never thought of to solve matters more efficiently. On the actual camp, although they are hiccups occasionally, we manage to think on our feet and brainstorm for solutions quickly to reduce the inconveniences caused. Another plus point is that we worked fast as a whole team and in times of need, we adapt to the situation. There are some major problems though such as not stationing Logistic members during some periods that are necessary and the sudden shortage of logistics without prior notice, so I hope that the next batch of MainComm in the Logistics department can look into this to run the next Orientation Camp better. All in all, thanks for all who have helped in one way or another and I am honoured to be part of the MainComm for this Orientation Camp.
Jun Wen, 3/5
I feel that this camp was a total success. Basically from the laughter of the OGLs and the sec ones i could tell that already. Seeing the sec ones enjoying what we planned for them made it all worthwhile. I felt really happy to see them happy because they are the main reason that we stayed back to do so many proposals and knowing everyone's effort paid off it was quite touching. I was not attached to any sec one classes but i want to thank all of the sec ones for making this camp worthwhile for everyone and also the OGLs who helped the sec ones to bond and everything. Thanks all of you!
Feng Shan, 4/7
Overall, I felt that the camp was not bad...I was really glad that the camp has finally ended, as it has been a “long” process beforehand...and it was great to see the plannings were being carried out quite successfully. Be it preparing the camp during the holidays, or carrying it out, it was really a enjoyable and memorable experience, it is really worth remembering...
Good job people! =D
Amir, 3/7
This camp has been a great experience for me when I am organising it and also during the camp itself. Especially organizing for campfire. I feel that Alumni is great because they helped built up campfire structure and many more things. I feel that Main Comm. has done a good job well done.
Kai Yuan, 4/4
This camp is a very enriching one. This is the first time being a Main Comm., for the past two years, I have been an OGL, even though it is the same camp, but the overall experience is very different. I have learnt to be more outspoken and more responsible through this organisation of camp. Last but not least, great job everyone.
Rahayu, 3/1
I'm a Maincomm member under the Admin department . my other admin members were busy in the OPS collating the attendance for all the campers which inculdes the OGLs, maincomm and sec ones. not only that, we also had to update the latest events that will take place and for how long. not forgetting to open and lock the bunks and other rooms needed for the different activites. there was time when we had nothing to do , so i went to look around,to see how the campers were progressing.i can say that the campers have improved during the two day camp.On the first day, the were a bit quiet but on the second day,I could hear more noise coming from them as they did cheers with enthusiasm.Overall,this camp is a success but the enthusiasm could be better (: Good Job everyone (:
Debbie, 3/8
Being a part of the organising team for the Secondary One Orientation Camp 2009, it has definitely broaden my perspective and enriched my capacity as a leader. Throughout the whole planning of this entire camp, I definitely had to step out of my comfort zone - doing things which I wasn't familiar with. Such as I had to write proposals in a whole new format or I had to copy down meeting minutes. However, I certainly believe that by doing all these new things, it will definitely assist me so much better in all my future endeavours.
Behind the scenes during the actual days of the camp, there were definitely alot of hiccups that occured. Such major ones and some minor ones. But I believe it is really through all these life and first hand experiences/ situations that I'm able grow so much more in my area of leadership, my area of planning, my area of clarification. Its only after something that we've never expected happened, happened, that gave me this wake up call - "Hey next time, lets make sure that this wouldnt happen anymore! "
There are definitely alot of spaces for improvement in this camp, but let's plan a better one together for the 2010 batch of secondary ones. Be it whether this 2009 camp has been a successful one, let me just really thank our dedicated and faithful OGLs, and of course, to all my dear Maincomm, thanks for putting in all your sweat and tears, together we'll all do better and create a more successful camp experience for the next batch of secondary ones! (:
Aaron Oh, 4/4
As this is my first year being a main committee member, i feel that i have learn many things and being exposed to many new things that i have not done before. I have learn how to plan a camp and even how to run a camp smoothly through this experience. Furthermore, teamwork is also needed in order for the camp to run smoothly. Although there may be problems along the way, i still felt that the camp was very successful with the help of all the students and teachers who were involved in it. Without these people, the camp would not run very smoothly. Furthermore, without the Secondary One pupils, the camp would also not go on. I felt that the Secondary One pupils have fun at the camp as there would play the games with passion and enjoyed the it. Without, this camp would not look like a camp. Hence, i felt that this was an very enjoyable and enriching camp and thanks you for all the people who made this camp a possible one.
Alaric, 3/7
generally, the camp is fun..but i feel that an overnight camp would be much more fun and the campers would have a stronger bond compared to a day camp.the organisation is good as we split up to do work.we also should maximise the space of the canteen instead of using the half of the canteen.the food should have more flavour and more protein instead of deitary fibre.the ops room also should be centralised at the camp site as it would be much more convenient.
Azura, 4/7
The Maincomm members did an amazing job organising it. I appraise the secondary 3 maincomm members for doing such an efficient job eventhough most of them are first-timers. OGLs were at their best but hopefully they'll be way better next year! The camp was fun but I feel that there is still room for improvement. Nevertheless, it was an opportunity not to be forgotten.
Tong Jun, 4/4
sec 1s oeii!!! For me,i felt that this year's sec 1 camp had been a real success.Because despite the fact that there was no overnight stay,i feel that the sec 1s still had fun and they have learn a lot of stuff during the camp.I feel that the OGLs have done a GREAT job leading the sec 1s.I could see a lot of them leading and cheering the sec 1s on.Of course, all of this is not possible without the sec 1s cooperation.Hope that the camp has been a enriching one for you guys.Good luck in whatever you guys do in the future(: stay happy~~
Alumni
Terry Tan, assigned to 1/4A Phoenix 19
phoenix! time has passed since sec 1 camp, i hope ure all fine and kicking~
i enjoyed this camp very much, and i wouldnt have if it wasnt for you guys, you sure
brightened up the camp for me! =D do carry on to strive hard, i'll always be willing to aid you if
you have any problems. with faith and hardwork, you'll succeed. phoenix oeiii~
Qiqi, assigned to 1/2B
HI! i am Qiqi,alumni of Riverside Sec,and was following group 1/2B during the Sec 1 Orientation camp.well, here's the reflections.The time spent with my group was pretty enjoyable,they had fun,made new friends and some students even show more than what was expected of them during the camp.A few were brave enough to lead cheers in front of so many people that they have just known or not known. This was commendable. i would also like to comend that the OGLs have done a great job during the camp. They were organise and have always known what to do,lead their groups well,and interact much with the sec 1s. Not forgetting the maincomm and St. Johns, a job well done too.The camp went on smoothly and according to schedule all because of you all. I truly have enjoyed and had fun in the two days with my attached group and would like to say to my group,they have done a wonderful job in winning the most creative cheer award and i believe they will have a bright future ahead,in Riverside or not. Cheers!
Nur Ashikin, assigned to 1/2B
I think that the camp was nicely planned and well organised. However, I've tried assigning other classes with my fellow alumni members and I think that the OGLs should be more firm in their statement/orders that they give out to the students. Some of the students did not listen to instructions and had to take such a long time to get to their positions. They only moved when one of the senior alumni told them to do so. The camp is supposed to be fun and enjoyable but that does not stop the student leaders to be firm so that all students will cooperate & have a great time together.
=)
Wei Hao, assigned to 1/7A
The camp was fun, especially during the games and cheers. The secondary ones literally screamed their hearts out while doing their own group and class cheers during the campfire too. The Main Committee and all the OGLs have done a wonderful job engaging with the secondary ones, teaching them the various cheers and leading the groups.
Jing Er, assigned to 1/1A
This year's secondary one orientation camp was quite enjoyable. The sec1s were more hyper than the previous batch. My attached group, 1/1A, was bonded. They were willling to communicate with each other all the time despite knowing each other for just less than a week. Even though some were naughty and playful, but they were also willing to listen to their OGLs. The best part of the camp was the campfire. I could see the sec1s really enjoyed. However, during the cheering part, some sec1s at the back were not joining in.
Jun Bin, assigned to 1/2A
hi,i am jun bin frm the alumni and i was assigned to class 1/2.
feel tt the camp is great, but there is still room for improvement.
attended the 2nd day of the camp.
i think tt these few area can be improved on.
-Games:instruction of the games could have been given out clearer by the OGLs.
-Campfire: firewood can be soaked few days earlier rather thn on the actual day, to ensure that the campfire would not burn down.
-Campfire: Kerosene 'bombs' can be made smaller before throwing into flames.to ensure the safety of those ard the campfire.
-Campfire: Should have included more cheers as the atmosphere isnt 'high' enough.
lastly,good job and keep it up! (:
Tyan Chwan Rong, assigned to 1/7B
This year’s Sec1 Orientation Camp is quite unique, compared to the previous years, as it was a Day Camp. It’s considered as a success as it’s the first time that Riverside is doing this and it isn’t easy to manage with the timing for a Day Camp.
I’m very happy to be following Group 1/7B. You guys are great. I remembered that your cheers aren’t loud at first as compared to the rest of the groups but as time goes, I seen improvement and you cheered louder and louder. I can also see great team work in you guys during the station games and the mass game.
I hope that this will be the spirit in all of you in the years to come, even though you will get separated when you’re in Sec 3 or even after graduating from Riverside.
Lastly, good luck and all the best for your studies in the future.
Terry Tan, assigned to 1/4A Phoenix 19
phoenix! time has passed since sec 1 camp, i hope ure all fine and kicking~
i enjoyed this camp very much, and i wouldnt have if it wasnt for you guys, you sure
brightened up the camp for me! =D do carry on to strive hard, i'll always be willing to aid you if
you have any problems. with faith and hardwork, you'll succeed. phoenix oeiii~
Qiqi, assigned to 1/2B
HI! i am Qiqi,alumni of Riverside Sec,and was following group 1/2B during the Sec 1 Orientation camp.well, here's the reflections.The time spent with my group was pretty enjoyable,they had fun,made new friends and some students even show more than what was expected of them during the camp.A few were brave enough to lead cheers in front of so many people that they have just known or not known. This was commendable. i would also like to comend that the OGLs have done a great job during the camp. They were organise and have always known what to do,lead their groups well,and interact much with the sec 1s. Not forgetting the maincomm and St. Johns, a job well done too.The camp went on smoothly and according to schedule all because of you all. I truly have enjoyed and had fun in the two days with my attached group and would like to say to my group,they have done a wonderful job in winning the most creative cheer award and i believe they will have a bright future ahead,in Riverside or not. Cheers!
Nur Ashikin, assigned to 1/2B
I think that the camp was nicely planned and well organised. However, I've tried assigning other classes with my fellow alumni members and I think that the OGLs should be more firm in their statement/orders that they give out to the students. Some of the students did not listen to instructions and had to take such a long time to get to their positions. They only moved when one of the senior alumni told them to do so. The camp is supposed to be fun and enjoyable but that does not stop the student leaders to be firm so that all students will cooperate & have a great time together.
=)
Wei Hao, assigned to 1/7A
The camp was fun, especially during the games and cheers. The secondary ones literally screamed their hearts out while doing their own group and class cheers during the campfire too. The Main Committee and all the OGLs have done a wonderful job engaging with the secondary ones, teaching them the various cheers and leading the groups.
Jing Er, assigned to 1/1A
This year's secondary one orientation camp was quite enjoyable. The sec1s were more hyper than the previous batch. My attached group, 1/1A, was bonded. They were willling to communicate with each other all the time despite knowing each other for just less than a week. Even though some were naughty and playful, but they were also willing to listen to their OGLs. The best part of the camp was the campfire. I could see the sec1s really enjoyed. However, during the cheering part, some sec1s at the back were not joining in.
Jun Bin, assigned to 1/2A
hi,i am jun bin frm the alumni and i was assigned to class 1/2.
feel tt the camp is great, but there is still room for improvement.
attended the 2nd day of the camp.
i think tt these few area can be improved on.
-Games:instruction of the games could have been given out clearer by the OGLs.
-Campfire: firewood can be soaked few days earlier rather thn on the actual day, to ensure that the campfire would not burn down.
-Campfire: Kerosene 'bombs' can be made smaller before throwing into flames.to ensure the safety of those ard the campfire.
-Campfire: Should have included more cheers as the atmosphere isnt 'high' enough.
lastly,good job and keep it up! (:
Tyan Chwan Rong, assigned to 1/7B
This year’s Sec1 Orientation Camp is quite unique, compared to the previous years, as it was a Day Camp. It’s considered as a success as it’s the first time that Riverside is doing this and it isn’t easy to manage with the timing for a Day Camp.
I’m very happy to be following Group 1/7B. You guys are great. I remembered that your cheers aren’t loud at first as compared to the rest of the groups but as time goes, I seen improvement and you cheered louder and louder. I can also see great team work in you guys during the station games and the mass game.
I hope that this will be the spirit in all of you in the years to come, even though you will get separated when you’re in Sec 3 or even after graduating from Riverside.
Lastly, good luck and all the best for your studies in the future.
AV supporting crews
Pratibha Nair, 3/4
I think that this year's Sec 1 orientation camp went very well. I especially liked the campfire, which was very successful in the way that all the students were actually much louder than the speakers! The rest of the supporting crew and I did a great job and we had our fair share of work to do during the camp. We had a few small flaws here and there, but the result turned out to be fantastic.
Anthony Goh, 3/8
Somehow I enjoyed the camp. Although I prefer it to be an overnight camp. Work for AVA was quite simple although it was tiring. I also suggested that the food should be nicer. It was the first time I helped out for Sec 1 orientation. Overall, I enjoyed the camp.
Pratibha Nair, 3/4
I think that this year's Sec 1 orientation camp went very well. I especially liked the campfire, which was very successful in the way that all the students were actually much louder than the speakers! The rest of the supporting crew and I did a great job and we had our fair share of work to do during the camp. We had a few small flaws here and there, but the result turned out to be fantastic.
Anthony Goh, 3/8
Somehow I enjoyed the camp. Although I prefer it to be an overnight camp. Work for AVA was quite simple although it was tiring. I also suggested that the food should be nicer. It was the first time I helped out for Sec 1 orientation. Overall, I enjoyed the camp.
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