Passing Out Parade 2010

" On the 16^th April 2010, our secondary 4 seniors were officially passed out as Staff Sergeants. Our growing unit bid nostalgic farewell to our secondary 4 seniors who will be concentrating on their upcoming O-levels. As the newest generation of NCOs, our secondary 3 squad is both excited and nervous with our new responsibilities we are shouldering. Knowing that we will face increasingly number of challenges and high public expectation, we were especially grateful to our instructor cadets ( I/Cs ) who have taught us so much."

" We had our passing-out parade, immediately followed by a muster parade. Afterwhich, we changed to our PT kit and proceeded to the Audio Visual Theatre (AVT) for our farewell party. The farewell party started with Annual General Meeting, by our secondary 4 seniors. Shortly after the meeting, the secondary 3s took over and the farewell party went on smoothly."

" Firstly, our secondary 3s had a ‘Forget the Lyrics’ game whereby the singers have to create impromptu lyrics to the songs. The seniors did great and the lyrics, expressing their love for NPCC, were really sweet. "

" Next, the secondary 2s had a mini guessing game show. The unit had to guess the owner of those quotes which were usually expressed during our trainings. It was rather interesting and touching that our cadets are able to remember those quotes that the seniors said. After that, energetic and enjoyable dance performances were delivered by our secondary 1 juniors!"

" Lastly, the secondary 4 seniors danced ‘Run Devil Run’ by Girls’ Generation. It was captivating and very well-prepared and we were amazed by our seniors’ dancing skills."

" After all the performances, the atmosphere and mood in the AVT immediately became solemn. The secondary 3 cadets made their speech, thanking the seniors for their guidance, expressing apologies for their misbehaviours and also giving assurance that they will bring the unit to greater heights. It was followed by speeches by the secondary 2s and secondary 1s, expressing gratitude to the secondary 4 seniors for their care, concern and guidance. "

" Lastly, the secondary 4 seniors made their speeches. Their farewell speeches were emotion and nostalgic which was evident from the fact that everyone was starting to tear while listening. One could imagine how the memories of the tears and joys throughout the secondary 4s’ NP life must have flooded their minds making some of the seniors speechless momentarily. "

" After the speeches, we presented our unit gifts to our secondary 4s, which were mini slippers and cactuses, which are already named by the secondary 3s. We then had a pizza treat from our teachers-in-charge and everyone enjoyed our last meal together with the secondary 4s. During the treat, the secondary 4 seniors gave cards and presents to their juniors, expressing support and love for them. "

“My home is where the heart lies”.

" I believe one day, the seniors will refer back to their NPCC days with pride and joy, and as somewhere they can call home. Not forgetting all the instructors whom have taught us so much, without any of you, our unit won’t be where it is now, standing straight and proud! "