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NATIONAL CUB SCOUT GANG SHOW 2023

Reuben Hendriks

We are pleased to inform that the National Programme Team (Cub Section) will be organizing the 2023 National Cub Scout Gang Show Competition. This competition provides a healthy avenue for Cub Scouts across Singapore to develop and showcase their talents and creativity through group performances. Generally, these performances vary from skits, dances, songs, to band or musical instrument performances.

Units will also be awarded Frank Cooper Sands Award points for participating in National/Area events.

You may refer to Annex A and Annex B for more details.

Unit Leaders are required to register every Cub Scout who is keen to be part of the group performance as all participants will be receiving an event badge and a certificate of participation.

Registration is based on a first-come first-served basis. Kindly register via MSDS’s Youth Programme Registration portal: http://intranet.scout.org.sg by Friday, 21 April 2023. Only accepted registrations will be duly notified.

For any clarification, please email to national.gangshow@scout.sg or call us at 62592858.

(A) Terms and Conditions
Eligibility: Cub Scout
Event Fee: $7.56 inc GST ($7.00 before GST) per participant

  1. Cub Scout Leaders to register their participating Cub Scouts via MSDS’s Youth Programme Registration portal: http://intranet.scout.org.sg
  2. Accepted registrations will be duly notified. Upon acceptance, full payment is to be made by Friday, 13 May 2023.
  3. Every participating cub will be given an event badge and a certificate of participation.
  4. Upon confirmation of registration, no refund will be allowed once invoice has been issued unless the organiser cancels the event.
  5. The Singapore Scout Association reserves the right to cancel/postpone the event and reject applicants, if necessary.

(B) Timeline

MSDS Registration Period 8 March 2023 – 21 April 2023
Payment for registration 13 May 2023
Online Entry Submission closing date: 27 May 2023, 6pm
Grading by Respective Area Team 28 May – 15 July 2023
Release of Semi-finalist result 22 July 2023
Grand Finale: Gangshow & Award Ceremony 19 August 2023 (TBC)

(C) Format of Submission

  1. ONE submission from each Cub Scout Unit. Each grou performance should be at least 3 to 5 minutes long and with a minimum of 6 and maximum of 25 Cubs per Group.
  2. Individual Performance will not be considered as an entry and will not be evaluated.
  3. The performance video must be submitted by Saturday 27 May 2023 6pm through the link below
    1. East Area Submission via this link: https://bit.ly/EastAreaGangShowSubmission2023
    2. North Area Submission via this link: https://bit.ly/NorthAreaGangShowSubmission2023
    3. South Area Submission via this link: https://bit.ly/SouthAreaGangShowSubmission2023
    4. West Area Submission via this link: https://bit.ly/WestAreaGangShowSubmission2023
  4. Each video recording must comply with the following title format: < Area_Name of Cub Scout Group # > (Example:Central_Polar Cub Scout Group # 1)
  5. Each video entry must not exceed 1GB or 1024 MB.
  6. All video recordings will be judged by the respective Area Team and semi-finalists will be notified by SSA HQ.
  7. The Grand Finale will be judged by a national panel and their decision is final.
  8. Please note-that photographs, videos and any other forms of audio-visual submission may be used for publicity by SSA official circulation. Such as during pre- judging and posting on corporate social media platforms.

Format for National Cub Scout Gangshow 2023

  1. Grading Format – each submission will be graded based on the following rubric:
    Creativity (10 points) Teamwork (10 points) Entertainment (10 points) Total (30 points
  2. Each area will have a total of 3 teams of semi-finalists representing the respective area during the Grand Finale
  3. There will be a total of 12 awards to be awarded during the Grand Finale
    1. Gold – 3 awards
    2. Silver – 3 awards
    3. Bronze – 6 awards
  4. All video recordings will be judged by the respective Area Team and semi-finalists will be notified by SSA HQ.
  5. The Grand Finale will be judged by a national panel and their decision is final.
  6. Please note-that photographs, videos, and any other forms of audio-visual submission may be used for publicity by SSA official circulation. Such as during pre- judging and posting on corporate social media platforms.

NOMINATION FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD FOR YEAR 2022

Reuben Hendriks

We are pleased to announce that nominations for the Distinguished Service Award (DSA) for the year 2022 is now open. Please refer details below for more information on the Awards and nomination process.
In line with the Association’s Award Recognitions Framework set in the POR, there are two categories of Awards.

Distinguished Service Awards are conferred on registered Adult Leaders who have rendered significant contributions to the Scout Movement in Singapore. The Awards are as follows (in order of merit):

  • Distinguished Service Gold Award
  • Star to Distinguished Service Silver
  • Distinguished Service Silver Award
  • Star to Distinguished Service Bronze Award
  • Distinguished Service Bronze Award
  • Chief Scout’s Commendation.

Friends of Scouting Awards are presented to supportive donors or Organisations who have contributed significantly towards the success of the Scout Movement in Singapore. The Awards are as follows (in order of merit):

  • Gold Vanda Award
  • Silver Vanda Award
  • Bronze Vanda Award

AWARDS PRESENTATION CEREMONY

The Awards Presentation Ceremony has been scheduled on Thursday, 20 July 2023.

NOMINATIONS
Distinguished Service Awards

The nominating parties are listed as follows:

Nominations For Nomination by
1 Scout Council Members SSA President
2 Deputy Chief Commissioners
Area Commissioners
National Commissioners		 Chief Commissioner
3 Assistant Area Commissioners & Adult Leaders under their Area Area Commissioners
4 Assistant National Commissioners & Adult Leaders under their portfolio

  1. Human Capital Team
  2. Educational Methods Team
  3. Emergency Preparedness Team
  4. Events Team
  5. Membership Team
  6. Unit Performance Team
  7. Communications Team
  8. Information Technology Team
  9. Community Programme Team
  10. Administration Team
  11. Projects Team
 National Commissioners
5 Programme Commissioners & Round Tables (National Programme Team) National Programme Commissioner
6 Assistant Training Commissioners & Trainers (National Training Team) National Training Commissioner
7 Assistant International Commissioners & Adult Leaders (International Team) International Commissioner
8 Professional Staff Executive Director

Please use the online Nomination Form https://scout.sg/DSA2022/Nominations to submit a maximum of five (5) nominations per National or Department, and seven (7) for Areas.

Friends of Scouting Awards

The nomination parties are listed as follows

Nomination By
SSA President
Chief Commissioner
Area Commissioners
National Commissioners
National Programme Commissioner
National Training Commissioner
International Commissioner
Executive Director

There is no limit to the number of nominations for Friends of Scouting Awards.

SUBMISSION

In line with SSA efforts to move into Digital Transformations, all nominations forms are to be submitted online via https://scout.sg/DSA2022/Nominations. Only valid scout.sg email address will be accepted. The deadline for submissions is by 5pm on Friday, 7 April 2023.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Nominations are CONFIDENTIAL.
To prevent any potential embarrassment to either party, nominating and supporting parties are advised not to share their nomination with the nominee in the event that the Awards Committee does not approve the nomination.

GUIDELINES

Please refer to the guidelines for further information.

For any clarifications, please contact Ms Evan Ong at evan.ong@scout.org.sg

WOOD BADGE COURSE (BASIC) – INTAKE 1

Reuben Hendriks

The National Training Team (NTT) invites all interested leaders to register for the abovementioned course on 21 and 22 March 2023

The Wood Badge Course (Basic) is the first of two Unit Leader Training Courses provided for new teachers and scouters who wish to embark on their Wood Badge journey. Leaders will learn Scouting Fundamentals, be exposed to some scouting activities, and learn how to plan for Scout unit meetings

The above course registration deadline is 7 March 2023 (Tuesday). Please refer to Annex A for more details. Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis for all interested leaders, and registration is to be done on MSDS at http://intranet.scout.org.sg. No withdrawal/refund is allowed once registration is confirmed.

For more course dates and courses available, kindly see NTT circular:NTT-001_2023-ALTC.

For clarifications, please contact Ms Evan Ong, Executive (HR and Training) at evan.ong@scout.org.sg or call 6911 5798 for assistance.

WOOD BADGE COURSE (BASIC) – INTAKE 1

Course Date : 21 to 22 March 2023 (Tuesday to Wednesday)
Venue : Sarimbun Scout Camp
Reporting Venue : SSA HQ Level 1 (outside Scout Shop)
Eligibility : All registered adult leaders and Rover Scouts
Course Fee : $350 (subject to prevailing GST charges)
Course Subsidy :100% subsidy for MOE Teachers and MOE Volunteer Adult Leaders (VALs)

90% subsidy for adult leaders and Rover Scouts
  1. Upon confirmation of registration, no withdrawal will be allowed once invoice is generated unless the organiser cancels the event.
  2. A no-show fee will be imposed on absentees without valid reasons or medical certificates.
  3. Prevailing GST charges applies.

The Singapore Scout Association reserves the right to cancel/postpone the event and reject applicants where necessary.

NOMINATION FOR BADEN POWELL AWARD 2023

Reuben Hendriks

The Baden Powell Award (BPA) is the highest award that is much coveted by the Young Adults (Rover Section 17-26 years of age) in the Scout Movement. The award is held in high esteem as it epitomises the Scouting values of service to others, and the spirit of fellowship and adventure in Rovering.

The nomination for BPA 2023 is now open to all eligible Rover Scouts. To be nominated, a Rover Scout must have completed all areas of the Rover Journey

Additionally, nominees must be registered members of SSA, and be nominated by their respective Group Scout Leader or Rover Scout Leader, and endorsed by their respective Area Commissioner. The nominees are reminded to seek the required approval as early as possible. Please refer to Annex A for more details.

Successful candidates will be notified via email of the BPA interaction session that is scheduled for 2 September 2023, and are required to attend the interview with their Rover Scout Leader or Group Scout Leader, should the unit not have a RSL.

Please feel free to contact Mr Andrew Toh, Chairperson of the National Rover Council at nrc.chair@scout.sg for clarification.

BPA NOMINATION, TIMELINE AND SUBMISSION PROCESS

  1. Nomination Criteria
    1. The nominee must be a registered member of The Singapore Scout Association
    2. Each nominee must be nominated by their respective Rover Scout Leader or Group Scout Leader should the unit not have a dedicated RSL. Their nomination must also be endorsed by their respective Area Commissioner.
  2. Nomination Timeline
    01 March 2023 (Wednesday) : Start of BPA Nomination
    01 July 2023 (Saturday) : BPA Nomination Deadline
    02 September 2023 (Saturday) : BPA Interaction Session
    25 November 2023 (Saturday) : BPA Ceremony
  3. Submission Process
    1. Nominees are to submit the following items to the SSA HQ Executive (Youth Programme), cc NRC, by Saturday, 1 July 2023, 5.00pm. The submisison shall all be done via email to reduce the usage of paper.
      1. Duly completed nomination form
      2. Attached photograph in Scout Uniform
      3. At least three (3) character references
        • One (1) from your Group Scout Leader or Rover Scout Leader, and
        • Two (2) from your peers or other people who have known you for a significant period of time
      4. Copy of your BPA Report and RSL Tier Review
    2. All submissions shall be emailed to the following email addresses,
      1. npc@scout.sg
      2. rovers@scout.sg
    3. Nominees are to register their BPA nomination via MSDS
    4. All late and/or incomplete submissions will be deemed invalid

CYBERCRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMME FOR TEACHERS

Reuben Hendriks

Initiated by the Singapore Police Force (SPF), the National Training Team (NTT) invites all interested leaders to sign up for the course mentioned above.

Scams in Singapore has become the Nation’s leading contributor of criminal activities in the first half of 2022. To combat this trend, the SPF have partnered with the Ministry of Education (MOE) to increase awareness and educate the public on cybercrimes and how to protect themselves from fraudulent activities. This collaboration aims to promote a safer digital environment and counter the rising trend of scams in Singapore.

The UG-wide NPCC Cybercrime Programme Badge has been launched to encourage Uniformed Groups to become advocates against Cybercrime,. Interested schools are to send one UG teacher-in-charge to attend a mandatory online 2-hour training by SPF. Upon completion, teachers will assist in conducting unit-based activities for students to attain the Cybercrime Prevention Badge.

For your convenience, several dates have been made available. Please register for the course by 15 March 2023 via this link: CPP Registration. For more information on the training, kindly refer to Annex A.

For clarifications, please contact Ms Evan Ong, Executive (HR & Training) at evan.ong@scout.org.sg or call 6911 5798 for assistance.

Cybercrime Prevention Programme for Trainers

Date and Time (choose one session only):

Session Date Time
1 28 March 2023 (Tuesday) 1500 – 1700hrs
2 31 March 2023 (Friday) 1500 – 1700hrs
3 3 April 2023 (Monday) 1500 – 1700hrs
4 4 April 2023 (Tuesday) 1500 – 1700hrs
5 10 April 2023 (Monday) 1500 – 1700hrs
6 11 April 2023 (Tuesday) 1500 – 1700hrs

Topics Covered During the Webinar

  1. What is Cybercrime
  2. Legislation and Case Examples
  3. Cybersecurity Tips
  4. Cybercrime Trends in Singapore (Including current online scam trends)
  5. Resources

Programme Objectives

  1. Help Scouts understand the basic laws on cybercrime, cyber hygiene tips, and cybercrime trends in Singapore, particularly those associated with youths.
  2. Emphasis the importance of staying on the right side of the law.
  3. To play the role of cybercrime ambassadors and help raise awareness amongst family and friends.

EVERY SCOUT A FARMER / GARDENER BADGE PROJECT

Reuben Hendriks

On behalf of the Cub Scout Roundtable (CRST) and MINDS Lee Kong Chian Gardens School (SPED) Scouts and students, we would like to thank you for your support of the pilot run of the ‘Every Scout a Farmer’ / Gardener Badge Project.

We are pleased to announce that the project is back for its second run this year. This project offers individually packaged gardening kits to Cub Scout units for the attainment of the Gardener Badge.

The collaboration aims to provide Special Needs (SN) Scouts and students the opportunity to gain authentic work experience on a community-led project. Through tasks such as packing as well as marketing of packaged products, eg. gardening kits, the collaboration also avails volunteering opportunities for the disadvantaged amongst us. In this way, they too can feel that they can play a part in contributing to society.

SSA strongly encourages the inclusion of neurodiverse individuals in all walks of life, providing opportunities for everyone to be active, contributing members of society and to be accepted for who they are. The Association looks forward to having many more ongoing partnerships that foster inclusivity.

The gardening kit consists of a pack of Kangkong seeds, good quality potting mix, and materials to design a small plaque or signboard which Cubs may use to personalise their mini garden. Each kit also comes with a one-of-a-kind hand- rendered artwork from our SN partners which can be kept by Cubs as a memento. With the completion of the challenge, Cubs would have achieved the Gardener Proficiency Badge.

Please refer to Annex A for more details.

As the quantity of the gardening kits is limited, registration is based on a first-come-first-served basis. Kindly register via MSDS’s Youth Programme registration portal: http://intranet.scout.org.sg by 30 September 2023. Accepted registrations will be duly notified.

Do feel free to contact Ms Emily Ho, Executive (Programme) at emily.ho@scout.org.sg or call us at 62592858 for any clarifications.

EVERY SCOUT A FARMER / GARDENER BADGE PROJECT (GENERAL INFORMATION)

Registration Period: 23 February to 30 September 2023
Eligibility: Cub Scouts
Fees: $7.48 inc GST per participant, which includes: Gardening Kit, Gardener Proficiency Badge (1pc) and resources for the proficiency badge
Collection Period: Will be informed via email upon registration.
Participating units may collect the kits from SSA HQ, General Office @ Level 2, Tuesday to Saturday (except public holidays) from 9.30am to 6.00pm
Delivery fee: Delivery to unit is available at $32.40 inc GST per location

Terms and Conditions

  • Cub Scout Unit Leaders are to register participants via MSDS Youth Programme registration portal at:http://intranet.scout.org.sg. Accepted registrations will be notified via email.
  • Upon confirmation of registration, an email consisting of the collection period and resources will be sent to the respective leaders. If opting for delivery, leaders are to reply with their unit’s address and preferred day/time of delivery.
  • Upon confirmation of registration, no refund will be allowed once invoice has been issued.
  • Full payment is to be made before collecting the kits and badges from HQ/before delivery will be made

INTRODUCTION TO STUDENT LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE WORKSHOP

Reuben Hendriks

The National Training Team (NTT) invites all leaders to sign up for the above-mentioned course.

Student Leadership Challenge is a framework to help leaders to develop and evaluate their youths. Leaders will be introduced to The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership Model and how it helps youth leaders to be at their personal best. It turns the abstract concept of leadership into easy-to-grasp practices and behaviours that can be taught and learned by anyone willing to accept the challenge to lead. Kindly see Course Write-Up for more details.

Please refer to Annex A on the upcoming course date. Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis for all interested leaders, and registration is on MSDS at http://intranet.scout.org.sg. No withdrawal/refund is allowed once registration is confirmed. 
 
For clarifications, please contact Ms Evan Ong, Executive (HR & Training) at evan.ong@scout.org.sg or call 6911 5798 for assistance.
 
We look forward to your enthusiastic participation.

INTRODUCTION TO STUDENT LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE

Total Course Duration: 8 hours
Course Date & Timing: 8 April 2023 (Saturday)
Venue: SSA HQ – Level 2, Training & Programme Room
Eligibility: Adult Leaders
Course Fee: $50 (subjected to prevailing GST charges)
Course Subsidy: Full attendance is required for partial subsidy with MOE Uniformed Group (UG) Grant; no-show fee of $150+ applies.
Attire: Comfortable active wear with covered shoes
Class Size: 12 (min) to 40 (max)
  1. Upon confirmation of registration, no withdrawal will be allowed once invoice is generated unless the organiser cancels the event.
  2. A no-show fee will be imposed on absentees without valid reasons or medical certificates.
  3. Prevailing GST charges applies.

The Singapore Scout Association reserves the right to cancel/postpone the event and reject applicants where necessary.

Course Write Up:

The Student Leadership Challenge (SLC) Workshop shares information on the well-known Student Leadership Model, focusing on how we motivate our youths to mobilise others to want to get things done. It’s about the practices that leaders use to transform values into actions, visions into realities, obstacles into innovations, separateness into solidarity, and risks into rewards.

Grounded in over 30 years of extensive research, Jim Kouzes and Barry Posner have identified The Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership that are common when leaders are able to make extraordinary things happen.

This workshop shares how the Adult Leaders and Teachers can use the Five Practices of Exemplary Leadership to inculcate in their Scout programmes and Youth Movement today.

Who is it for?
Adult leaders or unit leaders:

  • Those who aim to utilise and experiment the SLC model for their youth leadership tier, ie for the Patrol Leaders’ Council or the Sixers’ Council
  • Those running group level camps/activities that involves youth empowerment and decision
  • In charge of running Area level youth training courses

Programme Benefits
Through this sharing, participants will be able to:

  • Identify their leadership strengths and areas for improvement
  • Seek clarity and communicate individual and team values
  • Understand and support their team’s dynamic, strategic direction and how they can contribute toward collective success
  • Fostering collaboration, building teamwork, and developing a foundation of trust Strengthening others’ abilities to excel
  • Recognising and encouraging the accomplishments of others.

Delivery Methods:

  • Interactive Lectures
  • Group Discussion
  • Scenario Based Activities
  • Group Presentations

POST-LEADERSHIP KICK-OFF 2023 FOLLOW-UP

Reuben Hendriks

Greetings from the Singapore Scout Association!

Thank you for attending the Leadership Kick-off on Saturday, 4 February 2023 via Online Zoom.

We hope you had a fruitful and insightful session.

The sharing slides can be viewed here.

To begin the year on a strong footing, we would like you to complete the following:

  1. Code of Conduct – https://scout.sg/coc/2023
  2. Membership Updates – https://intranet8.scout.org.sg/Content/
  3. Feedback Form – https://forms.gle/ytSDN13mTx9yQii29

Kindly complete the above action by Sunday, 19 March 2023.

Please take note of the following resources for your unit’s finance and administration matters:

Should you have any further queries, kindly contact:

We look forward to working closely with you in 2023.

ROVER RENDEZVOUS x RIGEL (R³) 2022

Reuben Hendriks

ROVER RENDEZVOUS x RIGEL (R³) 2022

Greetings from the Singapore Scout Association.

The National Rover Council (NRC) is proud to present the pinnacle year-end event, Rover Rendezvous alongside Project Rigel after a long halt due to COVID-19!

The event this year will focus on the theme of Adventure, Service and Fellowship together with our Special Needs Scouts, to celebrate the comeback of Rover Rendezvous and Project Rigel after the hiatus.

This one-day event will be held on Saturday, 19th November 2022, with a series of exciting and thrilling activities which have been lined up for all our participants and volunteers.

The following are some highlights of the activities:

  • Carnival – Mixture of pioneering structures such as a gateway and carnival games for all to enjoy
  • Campfire – Night event for fellowship and to reignite the flames of friendship

 Rover Rendezvous x Rigel (R³) 2022 is now open for registration. Please register via MSDS Registration portal: http://intranet.scout.org.sg by Saturday, 15th October 2022, 5.00pm.  Accepted registrations will be duly notified. No withdrawal/replacement is allowed once the invoice is issued.

Please refer to Annex A for more details.

Please feel free to contact Ms Ferene Chua, Project Lead for Rover Rendezvous x Rigel (R³) via email at rovers@scout.sg for any clarification.

We look forward to your enthusiastic participation at Rover Rendezvous x Rigel (R³) 2022!

General Information – Rover Rendezvous x Rigel (R³)

Date & Time : Saturday, 19th November 2022, 1000 to 2000hrs
Venue : Marsiling Community Centre
  100 Admiralty Rd, Singapore 739980
Eligibility : Venture Scout, Rover Scout, Special Needs Scout
Fee : $12 before GST ($12.84 inclusive of GSD) per participant
Attire : Respective Scout Unit’s T-shirt of Half-Uniform with National Scarf
Registration Closing Date : Saturday, 15th October 2022, 1700hrs

Registration Details:

  1. Venture and Special Needs Scout Units, please register via Youth Programme Registration Portal at http://intranet.scout.org.sg
  2. Rovers, please register via Adult Programme Registration Portal at http://intranet.scout.org.sg
  3. All accepted registrations will be duly notified and more details will be shared with the participating units.

Programme Outline for Rover Rendezvous 2022

Time Event
1000 – 1030 Arrival of Participants
1030 – 1130 Icebreakers
1130 – 1230 Lunch
1230 – 1500 Carnival
1500 – 1530 Break
1530 – 1700 Campfire Prep
1700 – 1800 Dinner
1800 – 1945 Campfire

JOB WEEK 2022

Reuben Hendriks

Job Week is a key educational experience for all Scouts. The main objective of Job Week is to inculcate in Scouts the dignity of labour, the value of honest work and helping others. These values are important to develop our youths to be better citizens of the 21st Century and is an integral part of the Scouts programme.

After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, Job Week 2022 will take place from 1 September to 13 September 2022. Chief Scout, President Halimah Yacob will be launching Job Week on 1 September. The intention behind Job Week 2022 is for Scouts to recognise the efforts and sacrifices of frontline personnel during the challenging COVID-19 period.

We will be providing more details nearer to the launch of Job Week. We look forward to your support for Job Week 2022.

For any clarifications, please feel free to contact us at 6259 2858 or email us at hq@scout.org.sg.