Boys' Brigade

Boys' Brigade

45th Boys’ Brigade Company, Xinmin Secondary School

The mission of the 45th Boys' Brigade (BB) Company at Xinmin is to instil key values of obedience, reverence, discipline, self-respect, and leadership in its members.

Our comprehensive programme offers a wide range of opportunities for the boys to plan, lead, and actively participate in. These include adventure camps, badge-work activities, and drills, all while emphasizing the importance of caring for others and serving the community. We also equip our boys with essential life skills such as first aid and field cooking, preparing them to face any challenges that may arise.

While we maintain high UG standards, we also ensure the boys experience plenty of fun and excitement. Our adventure camps incorporate unique activities like aerial yoga, K-pop dance, neon laser tag, and rock climbing to strengthen camaraderie and team spirit among the company.

Throughout their four to five years in Boys' Brigade, we aim to nurture every boy's social, educational, spiritual, and physical development, empowering them to take on leadership roles and mentor their juniors.

Come experience for yourself the exciting activities that our boys take pride in:

Activities

  • CCA Orientation Booth

  • Enrolment and Dedication Ceremony

  • Recruit Training and Leadership Development Camp – March

  • BB Blaze Competition (National) – March

  • BB Week Fundraising

  • Company Training Camp (Local/Overseas) – June

  • BB Cares (Community Service) – July

  • 1-Star Kayaking Course

  • BB Character Quest (National) – August

  • CCA Booth at Open House – Nov

  • Company Retreat – Nov/Dec

  • BB Share-a-gift – Dec

  • Physical training/bonding sessions on every first week of the month

CCA Schedule

  • Fridays: 2.00pm to 4.00pm

  • Saturdays: 7.30am to 12pm

Leadership Development:

The Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) Council plays a pivotal role in both shaping the brigade and fostering the boys’ holistic growth. They hone their leadership skills by leading many of our key programmes, providing mentorship and guidance to younger boys, and forming the backbone of our day-to-day operations.

2024 NCO Council

  • Company Sergeant Major: SGT Ethan Yap Ern Xin (301, 2024)

  • Assistant Company Sergeant Major: SGT Ko Qi Yuan (304, 2024)

  • Quartermaster: SGT Seow Zhi Qin (307, 2024)

  • Assistant Quartermaster: SGT Braven Wee Zhi Neng (308, 2024)

Excellence:

This year, BB45th proudly celebrates three significant achievements. First, inclusion in the BB Blaze Competition Gold Honour Roll highlights the boys' resilience and teamwork in a physically challenging environment. Additionally, two members were awarded the prestigious Founder’s Award, recognizing their exemplary conduct and character. Furthermore, receiving a High Distinction in the JM Fraser Award for Excellence stands as a testament to the boys' dedication and camaraderie.

Our participation in BB Cares was especially meaningful, as we collaborated with Yuying Secondary's BB to host a successful activity carnival for the elderly at Compassvale. This initiative not only brought joy to the seniors but also strengthened both companies' commitment to community service.

Despite the demands placed on them, the boys have consistently faced each challenge with determination, overcoming physical and mental obstacles together. Looking ahead, the Boys' Brigade remains committed to its motto, "Sure & Steadfast," dedicated to serving with compassion and pursuing excellence.

Accomplishments

  • JM Fraser Award for Excellence (Year of Assessment 2023) – High Distinction

  • BB Blaze 2024 – Gold Honour Roll

  • BB Character Quest 2024 – Gold Honour Roll

  • Founder's Award Recipients:
    SSG Phong Kai Tong (401)
    SSG Nigel Foo Ce Liang (409)

Join the BB45th family and embody our motto of being a Sure & Steadfast boy!

Teachers-in-charge

  • Ms Tiffany Lim (IC)

  • Mr Winston Bay

  • Mr Ang Choon Peng

The BB45th Officers, Primers and Volunteers

  • Captain LTA Kenric Seah

  • Officer 2LT Bernard Soon

  • Officer 2LT Terence Loke

  • Officer OCT Nelson Fong

  • Officer OCT John Low

  • Officer OCT Philip Ziegler

  • Adult Volunteer Mr Kow Jia Liang

  • Adult Volunteer Mr Liu Hongyou

  • Adult Volunteer Mr Tea Yan Xin

  • Primer (Platoon Commander 1) CLT Owen Saw

  • Primer (Platoon Commander 1) CLT Ngang Xue Jian

  • Primer (Platoon Commander 2) SCL Lee Jia Heng

  • Primer (Platoon Commander 3) SCL Hayward Tan

  • Primer (Platoon Commander 3) SCL Lenox Lim

  • Primer (Platoon Commander 3) CLT Joshua Lim

  • Primer (Platoon Commander 4) SCL David Soon

  • Chaplain Sara Yeo (Living Sanctuary Brethren Church)

  • Mr Aik Wei Pin (Church Liaison)

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