Singapore Boys' Brigade 79th Company: 79th Coy End of year Promotion parade

Singapore Boys' Brigade 79th Company

The Boys’ Brigade is an organisation that is committed to nurturing the Youth to serve and lead. The aim of The Boys’ Brigade is to help Boys develop and grow in Christian character; to train Boys to become loyal and responsible citizens and to promote Boys’ physical fitness and develop their leadership potential.

The method of achieving the BB aim is by providing a meaningful and enjoyable programme of spiritual, physical, enrichment, and social interests, based on Christian Education and Discipline, and guided by adult officers.

Through the framework of uniform, badges and drill, the habits of discipline, self-respect, grooming and teamwork are developed in each Boy according to his needs and capacity.

The Boys’ Brigade in Henderson, also known as the 79th Company, our partnering officers from St John St Margaret Church aids us in our efforts to develop the Boys holistically.

Over the years, we have grown from strength to strength- be it in numbers or achievements. They took part in various activities and competitions such as Adventure Quest, Character Quest, BB cares, Share a Gift and overseas CIP programme. Through the various activities, they were given platforms to develop their leadership potential.

As a young company, the 79th Company of Boys’ Brigade has made its progress – sure and steadfast. Having clinched the J.M. Fraser Gold Award in 2004, 2006 and 2010; Silver Award in 2005, 2007 to 2009 and 2011 to 2012;Bronze Award in 2013. Boys, officers and teachers are committed to strive hard so as to bring the company and school to greater heights.

‘Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile.’ – Albert

Sunday, August 22, 2010

79th Coy End of year Promotion parade

Today, a total of 15 boys were promoted in our Saturday parade, all which were working hard for the new rank over the past 6 months, after showing commitment to the company and personal character development

Ours boys were pro

ud to be presented their new ranks by our Captain, Sir Patrick Lai, and one of our officers, Sir Vincent Lim.

After the promotion parade, we h

ad a short 10 minutes photo-taking session to remember this promotion parade, before we went off for our First-Aid Course.

The First-Aid Course consisted of three lessons, two which were squeezed into today. We learnt about the importance of First Aid, how to splint broken bones, prevent excessive bleeding, and the correct procedures for CPR.