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STAFF WELFARE forSchool Staff ofMember Schools

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• 4 x 2D/3D Blockbuster Movie Tickets Per Card Per Day• 4 x 3D Short Film Tickets Per Card Per Day• 4 x Admission to Singapore Discovery Centre• 4 x Admission to Army Museum of Singapore

• Cost of a 3D Blockbuster Movie Ticket at SDC: $9.00• Cost of a staff catching 3D Blockbuster with 3 family member/friends @ SDC: FREE• Cost for 30 School Staff on a Movie Outing with family & friends @ SDC: FREE• Parking at SDC Public Carpark is FREE

• Cost of a 3D Blockbuster Movie Ticket at Commercial Cineplex: $14.50• Cost of a staff catching 3D Blockbuster with 3 family member/friends: $58.00• Cost for 30 School Staff on a Movie Outing with family/friends: $58 x 30 = $1,740 per year• This excludes the cost of parking a car at a shopping centre/mall for car owners

Types of Membership Package1-Year Membership

$350

Average Cost Per Year: $350

1 Staff Privilege Card

Exclusive “Members Only” Programmes

Special Members’ Price for Programmes

Redeemable Resources(Terms & Conditions apply)

2-Year Membership$600












1 ADDRESS BY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

2 CENTRE VISIT SDC and/or ARMS Guided Tours + SAFTI Bus Tour

3 NATIONAl EDUCATION COmmEmORATIVE DAYS •TotalDefenceDay •InternationalFriendshipDay •RacialHarmony/NationalDay

10 YEAR-END POST EXAmS PROgRAmmE •PLAY!@SDC–“I-nnovateSG” •UnmannedGroundVehicle (UGV)Challenge

12 COUNTER TERRORISm — PAINTBAll gAmE

13 TOTAl DEFENCE BADgE •BronzeBadge •SilverBadge •GoldBadge 17 NE AmBASSADORS BADgE •NEGallery:Docent&TrailsGuideTrack -BronzeBadge •NEGallery:Docent&TrailsGuideTrack -Silver/GoldBadge •NEGalleryDevelopmentTrack -BronzeBadge •NEGalleryDevelopmentTrack -Silver+GoldBadges

22 N.EmAzINg RACE 23 SOCIAl STUDIES PROgRAmmE •CreatingOurSG!— Understanding Trade-OffsInGovernance •What’sACitizen? •NationalService:Past,Present,Future

27 OUTREACH PROgRAmmES •AssemblyRoadshows •OutdoorTrails:OfBattles& FriendshipTrails •SingaporeStoryPosterSeries

31 STAFF RETREAT @SDC PACKAgE •BeOurNEEnergisersandChampions! 32 ARmS PROgRAmmE •ArmyDays •ScienceOfWarfare

34 CAlENDAR OF EVENT

36 YOUTH ENTREPRENEURS COmPETITION

37 PlANNINg YOUR VISIT TO SDC/ BOOKINg OF PROgRAmmES/ SDC SCHOOl mEmBERSHIP

CONTENTS

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Address by Executive DirectorDear Educators, NE and CCE practitioners and Partners, Thank you for making S’pore Discovery Centre (SDC) your partner of choice for National Education (NE) and for your continued support of our efforts in sharing our Singapore Story and inspiring everyone to contribute to the future. Since our establishment as an NE centre in 1996, it has been an exciting and fulfilling 20 years. SDC has been promoting NE messages to students and Singaporeans through special exhibitions and a myriad of school and outreach programmes, which are regularly updated to meet the changing needs of MOE and the school community. We wish to thank everyone for their strong support of our year-long SDC20 calendar of events, which included special exhibitions and school programmes, Singapore Stories Film Gala, YOUTHphoria to the record breaking Youth Entrepreneurs Competition (YEC) which recently garnered more than $22,000 for charities. Your participation has made SDC20’s celebrations both special and memorable!

2017 will mark the 75th anniversary of the Fall of Singapore and 50 years of National Service (NS), hence, these key themes will be incorporated into the relevant programmes that we offer. Some NE Commemorative Days’ highlights will include the Total Defence Day (TDD) 2017 exhibition, the “TD - Game On!” school programmes which will be supported by new NE partners besides Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) and TDD P6 Cohort activity; International Friendship Day (IFD) exhibition with learning stations that will focus on globalisation as well as ASEAN. For the Racial Harmony Day (RHD) and National Day (ND) programmes, students will be invited to join us to celebrate our Singapore Spirit. New school and outreach programmes as well as on-line educational resources will be rolled out and these aim to complement the latest changes in the MOE curriculum. More programmes will also be made available for NE ambassadors and educators.

2017 will be the 20th year since NE was first launched in all schools in May 1997, which aimed to develop national cohesion and the instinct for survival and confidence in the future. SDC as an NE centre will continue to lend focus on the latest government and MOE initiatives through our wide offerings, and SGSecure initiatives will also be incorporated to remind our students on the importance of staying vigilant and standing united in our fight against terrorism. The hallmark of our programmes has been the experiential learning and we will continue to support MOE’s focus on “Student-Centric, Values Driven” education and 21st century competencies. We will provide an authentic learning environment for students to develop an entrepreneurial spirit and be SG Future ready in order to face new challenges and seize opportunities.

As part of our school engagement efforts, we look forward to support our school’s NE events and projects such as CCA-related activities, annual camps, staff retreats, NE training for non-teaching groups, Parent Volunteers Group, ND Observance, Teachers’ Day, competitions and teambuilding for merging schools, etc. We will also provide opportunities for student and teacher attachments as well as collaboration projects to showcase students’ talents and for them to share their NE learning experiences.

We strive to serve you better and welcome your valuable feedback, especially as we embark on our redevelopment plans in the near future. We hope that you will consider SDC to be your NE partner of choice and look forward to your continued participation in our programmes as we work together to enrich your students’ and teachers’ learning experience.

Best wishes and warmest regards,

Lowrence ChuaExecutive DirectorSingapore Discovery Centre Limited

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Centre visitSDC and/or ARMS Guided Tours + SAFTI Bus Tour

SDC Guided TourWhat makes Singapore tick? What are some of our nation’s challenges and aspirations? Come down to SDC to find out! Spanning a myriad of themes, guided tours at SDC lead visitors through a multi-sensory experience that will engage the hearts and minds! Students will walk away with the knowledge of how and why Singapore is a success today.

SAFTI Bus TourStudents will hop onto our SAFTI bus and view first-hand the SAFTI Military Institute. The bus tour will take students around the 88-hectare training ground for officers-to-be, offering a unique glimpse into the life of an officer cadet.

ARMS Guided TourEver wondered what our Army was like in the past? Interested in learning about our Army’s operational experience and capabilities?

The exhibits highlight the humble beginnings of our Army and the numerous operations it has conducted, including the declassified SQ117 rescue operation. A multi-sensory experience awaits visitors in the Object Theatre where they will experience what our Army is capable of today.

Programme Highlights• SDC Guided Tour• SAFTI Bus Tour• Army Museum of Singapore (ARMS) Guided Tour

Duration3 hours (including break)

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NationalEducationCommemorativeDays

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TOTAL DEFENCE DAY(TDD) 2017)TD – Game On!Duration:7 Feb - 3 Mar 20173 hours (including break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Cohort visits is highly recommended for all levels

Uniformed Groups (UG):Students from the Uniformed Groups (UG) will be awarded the Total Defence Silver badge upon completion of the TDD 2017 programme at SDC

Learning Objectives:1. To understand how the 5 pillars of Total Defence (TD)

contribute to building a strong, safe and cohesive nation that is able to overcome any crisis.

2. To reflect on our past and appreciate the efforts of various National Service (NS) institutions and our national servicemen in defending our nation.

3. To instil in students the confidence to play their part in responding to crises.

TD Defenders fall-in! This year, we examine the present security threat environment that Singapore faces and aim to bring to light the collaborative and coordinated efforts undertaken by various security organisations in keeping our country safe and secure. At SDC, students can look forward to these exciting activities:

Special ExhibitionsTD 2017 Special Exhibition: “Stronger Together” “Stronger Together” aims to highlight the constant and evolving future threats that Singapore faces and discusses how we can all play a part in the Total Defence (TD). Besides describing the fall of Singapore, the exhibition also shares collections of stories featuring various contributions from people from different walks of life, to show how everyone in Singapore can stay stronger and overcome challenges together. This exhibition also features cluster exhibitions from organisations that play a part in TD.

ARMS Special Exhibition (In support of NS50)The National Service experience bonds servicemen from different backgrounds, across generations and has become a rite of passage for all Singaporean male citizens; and some say for our silent Singaporean female supporters as well. How has NS changed from generation to generation? What are some enduring practices that have withstood the test of time? Join us to commemorate 50 years of National Service as we pay tribute to all servicemen; who have served and are serving, for their priceless contributions to ensure Singapore’s security.

Mission-based StationsOur TD Defenders are facing stronger threats and need your support! Students will team up on a mission to explore the beginnings of our TD Defenders and learn how they can unleash their potential and be a hero too! “Together We Keep Singapore Strong”

Some exciting challenges will include:

(a) Economic Defence: Mission H2O! NEW!Water storages are at a critically low level. Confronted with a water crisis, teams will undertake a water challenge game where they will uncover hidden messages and learn about water saving

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tips and environment sustainability in order to keep the economy and country going.

(b) Social Defence: Happy SG Challenge NEW!Through hands-on learning, students will understand the importance of community cohesion. Let’s build strong ties in our community by respecting the traditions, cultures, religions and heritage of our fellow countrymen and strengthen our bonds as one united people.

(c) Psychological Defence: On Guard! NEW!Through tactile play using Lego blocks, students will get to imagine and create their ideal shield as a form of expressing their commitment to defence. Students will also understand the importance of being a resilient people.

SCDF Special Showcase and Vehicular DisplayExperience up-close the roles and capabilities of the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) through a special showcase and exclusive vehicular display. Students will learn valuable skills that will aid them during times of crisis such as Improvised First Aid Skills (IFAS) using common everyday items. They will also participate in interactive activity stations that teach the importance of community resilience.

Programme Highlights• TD2017 Special Exhibition — “Stronger Together”• ARMS Special Exhibition (in support of NS50)• TD Mission-based Stations• SCDF Special Exhibition and Vehicular Display

A very good effort to bring the importance of the day (TDD) to students in a meaningful and engaging way.

– Teacher, Bartley Secondary School

Really enjoyed my time here, good job in planning this, will come again for such programmes.

– Student, Admiralty Secondary School

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International Friendship Day (IFD) 2017 (In celebration of ASEAN 50)

Duration:Apr – Jun 20173 hours (including break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Cohort visits are highly recommended for all levels, especially for:

Secondary 3, 4 & 5 (alignment to Upper Secondary Social Studies Syllabus/chapters on ‘Managing International Relations’ & ‘Sustaining Economic Development in a Globalising World’)

Learning Objectives:1. To recognise that globalisation has and will change

everyone’s lives in Singapore and around the world.

2. To understand how globalisation has brought about increased human interaction, leading to innovative products/services being realised through the exchange of ideas and cooperation.

3. To understand how an open and connected Singapore can bring new opportunities as well as challenges.

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Come celebrate International Friendship Day (IFD) as well as learn and appreciate the rich diversity in world cultures, especially towards our ASEAN neighbours, through our exciting programmes at SDC!

IFD 2017 Special Exhibition With the rapid advances made in technology in recent decades, the world has become increasingly inter-connected. Globalisation has a huge impact on all facets of our lives. People from all over the world are able to interact and exchange ideas, bringing forth new and exciting innovations that have continually transformed our lives.

This multi-faceted, multi-sensory and highly interactive exhibition (in partnership with various embassies) will feature stories, activities and creative products/services that will touch on globalisation vis-à-vis Singapore’s global position in three broad areas: political, economic and socio-cultural spheres.

Immersive Learning JourneyStudents will get to experience a wide range of immersive multi-sensory activities at our learning stations, which will enable their understanding of current geo-political realities and the importance of friendships for Singapore and the region. Some highlights will include:

(a) Globalisation Scenario GameDivided into different teams, students will get to role play as the head of states for eight different countries through a highly interactive board game. Based on the broad categorisation of globalisation, each team will draw from the economic, political or cultural scenario cards according to their position on the game board. Students will understand how globalisation is continuously shaping the perspectives on culture, politics, and economics as well as engage in related topics such as security, trade, and regional cooperation.

(b) Passport to DiscoverAn immersive learning experience within the exhibition space that will allow students to ‘travel’ around the region and the world. In teams, they will complete a series of tasks and challenges to collect stamps for their passports. Students will appreciate and understand the dynamics of global trends and ideas that have set the pace for the future.

Programme Highlights• IFD 2017 Special Exhibition• Inquiry-based learning• Immersive and multi-sensory experience

Programmes were very fun…but do extend duration for the game.

–Student, Chung Cheng High School (Yishun)

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RACIAL HARMONY DAY (RHD)/ National Day (ND) 2017Duration:• RHD: 3 to 28 Jul 2017• ND: 1 to 25 Aug 20173 hours (including break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Cohort visits are highly recommended for all levels

Learning Objectives:1. To appreciate Singapore’s diverse culture

and heritage.

2. To learn about what makes us Singaporean and appreciate the values that bind and unite us together as one people and the importance of cohesion and national identity.

3. To reflect on how we can contribute to build a brighter future for the Singapore of tomorrow.

Celebrate our diverse cultural heritage and the joy of our harmonious living in multi-racial Singapore and the pride of our unique Singaporean identity through the following interactive activities:

National Day Special Exhibition — “Singapore United”This exhibition will highlight how Singaporeans can come together and stay united regardless of what we face. This fun and experiential exhibition, with discussion and reflection points on the unity and disunity of Singapore, will feature our So Singaporean way of life. It will include segments which will encourage our visitors to give a shout out and show appreciation to those who are doing their part for the good of Singapore.

Decrypt SGJoin us on an exciting quest to hunt for Symbols of SG that will reveal what makes us tick as one Singapore! To decode this special message, students will work in teams to complete a series of fun challenges that will take them through our Permanent Exhibits Gallery (PEG) and ND Special Exhibition.

* The race will run on 2 different versions: RHD version (July) & ND version (August), subject to the booking period by schools.

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Singapore Stories FilmExclusively shown in SDC only, students will get the privilege to watch a short film, co-produced by our budding local student film-makers and SDC. Through various themes that explore our diverse cultural heritage to issues of national identity and our sense of belonging, our selection of Singapore Short Stories Films will provide a platform for your students to reflect on the values learnt based on the storyline, characters’ portrayal and NE messages covered.

RHD Engagement Kit NEW!Experience up-close the roles and capabilities of the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) through a special showcase and exclusive vehicular display. Students will learn valuable skills that will aid them during times of crisis such as Improvised First Aid Skills (IFAS) using common everyday items. They will also participate in interactive activity stations that teach the importance of community resilience.

(Available only for schools which book our RHND programme)

Programme Highlights • Decrypt SG • Singapore Stories Film • ND2017 Special Exhibition

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YEAR-ENDPOST EXAMSPROGRAMMEPLAY! @SDC — “I-nnovate SG”Duration:Oct – Nov 20173 hours (including break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Cohort visits are highly recommended for all levels

Learning Objectives:1. To understand how innovation has played a key role in

shaping Singapore’s landscape.

2. To appreciate how innovation can continue to make Singapore a better place to live in, work and play.

3. To appreciate the creative and innovative journeys and experiences of Singaporeans today.

The Innovation Challenge Explore SDC’s Permanent Exhibits Gallery (PEG) and Army Museum of Singapore (ARMS) in an activities-based challenge.Students will work in teams to overcome interesting challenges that will require them to be creative and to think out of the box!

Year-End Special Exhibition: “A traveller in my own land”This exhibition features the art of 3 Singaporeans who explore and discover different faces and moods of Singapore despite their daily work grind and commitments. Be drawn into their intimate relationship with Singapore as you journey with them through their thoughts and feelings over new insights that they discover at surprising twists and turns of their journey. A photo exhibition, a travel documentary, a mixed media presentation — come see the different moods, insights, specially curated journeys and add your own conversations to the very diverse experiences and their love affair with Singapore.

The I3 Quiz — Ideation, Innovation and Implementation Through this interactive real-time quiz, students will learn interesting innovations that are being developed to improve our homes, modes of transportation and schools, such as robotics, future cars, Future Schools, etc.

Programme Highlights• Year-End Special Exhibition• Creative and Innovative Thinking Skills• Sampling simple robotics

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YEAR-ENDPOST EXAMSPROGRAMMEUnmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) Challenge

The military is always at the forefront of cutting edge technology, constantly innovating itself to improve their servicemen’s safety and operational requirements. One of these innovative products is the UGV, in which a vehicle can be operated in dangerous or hard to reach places without any onboard human presence. Some of these applications of the UGV include explosive ordinance disposal, reconnaissance and transport.

In this activity, students will experience this utility and flexibility by using a model UGV to remotely navigate through a series of challenges that helps them appreciate how innovation plays a key part in Singapore’s defence.

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Counter Terrorism — Paintball GameDuration:3 hours*Programme will be conducted on weekdays only

No. of Participants:Min. 24 pax/Max. 40 pax

Learning Objectives:1. To understand the nature of terrorism and its impact

on the world, the region and our country.

2. To appreciate that everyone has a part to play in keeping Singapore safe.

3. To expirence team-bonding through paintball gameplay.

Part 1: Classroom-Based Lesson ― Counter-terrorism (30 mins)

• TerrorismaroundtheWorld In a classroom setting, facilitators will bring students up to

date on the terrorist situation, highlighting rising terrorist threats around the world.

• TerrorismintheRegionandSingapore Students will better understand the reasons behind terrorism

as well as the impacts of terrorism on Singapore.

• EveryonehasaParttoPlay Students will learn how they have a part to play against

terrorism and learn about the need to be vigilant and also to be resilient.

Part 2: Experiential Paintball Gameplay (2 hrs 30 mins)

• VariousPaintballScenarios In our multi-tiered paintball arena, our paintball facilitators will

guide students through various paintball scenarios, such as noticing a planted bomb.

• Vigilanceandteamwork Students will pit themselves against one another in teams and

the scenarios will test the students’ ability to be vigilant and the actions required (e.g. “Run, Hide, Tell” & key highlights from SG Secure campaign). It will test their tactical acumen and will drive home the importance of being vigilant and ensuring the safety of all their team members.

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TOTAL DEFENCE BADGEBronze BadgeDuration:3 hours (excluding break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Min. 30 pax/Max. 40 pax

Learning Objectives:1. To acquire knowledge and develop awareness of

Total Defence.

2. To develop effective presentation skills.

The first tier of the Total Defence Badge aims to introduce the concept of Total Defence and its 5 pillars to students.

Part1:Ice-BreakingGames/Class-BasedIntroduction (30 mins)Prior to the programme, students will explore the different pillars of Total Defence and the reasons behind the Total Defence approach for Singapore.

Part 2: Guided Tour @ SDC and ARMS (1 hr 30 mins)Students will learn and internalise the 5 pillars of Total Defence through SDC’s interactive exhibits (focusing on the Singapore Story) and Army Museum of Singapore (ARMS)’s engaging exhibits (focusing on the Singapore Armed Forces story).

Part3:Class-BasedPublicSpeakingLesson/Activity (1 hr)Students will then be brought back to the class for an interactive lesson, where they will present their new-found knowledge to their peers to reinforce their understanding of the Total Defence concept. This will provide them with the opportunity to practise their presentation skills as a team at the end of the day.

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TOTAL DEFENCE BADGESILVER BadgeDuration:3 hours (excluding break)


Learning Objectives:1. To apply their knowledge of Total Defence.

2. To explain and reflect on possible actions that the students can take as TD Ambassadors to contribute to Total Defence.

The second tier of the Total Defence Badge programme aims to refresh the students’ understanding of Total Defence (TD) as well as introduce to them the role that various agencies play in promoting the different aspects of TD. Students will also be asked to make a personal commitment and be challenged to understand how they can contribute to Total Defence.

Part1:Ice-BreakingGames/Class-BasedIntroduction (30 mins) Students will go through their understanding of the 5 pillars of Total Defence and the reasons behind the Total Defence approach for Singapore. With this understanding, students will then be able to contribute effectively during the rest of the session.

Part 2: Group-based Investigative Research (1hr 30mins) In teams, students will be given a specific scenario of a difficulty or crisis that Singapore may face. Students will need to do research in order to understand this possible disaster better and to find out more about the co-ordinated efforts put up by the government and various relevant agencies and how they will respond to these crisis.

Students will learn more about possible threats to Singapore as well as better comprehend how relevant authorities play their role within Total Defence.

Part3:Class-BasedPublicSpeakingLesson/Activity(1hr) Students will then present their group findings about the scenario that they have researched on. This will allow all students in the class to understand more about various difficulties that Singapore will face. They will also discuss how they, as students, could take up the call of Total Defence and discuss how they can play their part in the scenarios.

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TOTAL DEFENCE BADGEGOLD BadgeDuration:3 hours (excluding break)


Learning Objectives:1. To apply their knowledge of Total Defence.

2. To devise specific platforms to be an advocate of Total Defence for their peers.

The third tier of the Total Defence Badge programme refreshes the students’ understanding of Total Defence (TD) as well as aims to provide a platform for students to discuss possible project ideas about TD and share them with their peers, inspiring them to truly become advocates of Total Defence, as TD Ambassadors.

Part1:Ice-BreakingGames/Class-BasedIntroduction (30 mins)Students will go through their understanding of the 5 pillars of Total Defence and the reasons behind the Total Defence approach for Singapore. With this understanding, students will then be able to contribute effectively for the rest of the session.

Part 2: Group-based Investigative Research (1hr 30 mins)Students will be challenged to work on different difficulty presented and discuss on how to take actions through possible platforms in order to reach out to their peers, and play their part as TD Ambassadors to pass on the message of Total Defence.

In teams, students will be given a hypothetical Total Defence-based need that their school may have; for example that their peers are not familiar with the SGSecure campaign and how to Run.Hide.Tell. during a possible terrorist attack.

Students would then need to research more about this need and devise a possible platform or project idea to spread this information to their peers.

Possible topics: SGSecure, Racial Harmony etc.

Part3:Class-BasedPublicSpeakingLesson/Activity(1 hr)Students will then present their project ideas to the class. Their classmates and the facilitator will have the opportunity to provide comments and improve upon their classmates’ ideas via a Gallery Walk.

Teachers would be able to support and carry out these proposed project ideas back in school.

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NE Gallery:Docent & TrailGuide Track (BRONZE Badge)Duration:6 hours (excluding break)


Learning Objectives:1. To build self-confidence and teamwork.

2. To improve communication skills.

NE Ambassadors Bronze Badge Programme is the first-tier programme of SDC’s signature NE Ambassadors Badge Series, which will introduce key National Education (NE) messages as well as CCE values to students through SDC’s and ARMS’ exhibits and engaging learning activities. It provides a safe environment for students to overcome their fear of public speaking. They will learn important 21st Century Competencies like public speaking and how to be an effective communicator.

In line with the 21st Century Competencies framework, skills like decision-making, information and communication skills, teamwork and collaboration will also be developed.

The NE Ambassadors Bronze Badge programme will equip students with the skills necessary for the second-tier and third-tier programmes of the NE Ambassadors Badge Series.

Part1:Ice-BreakingGames/Class-BasedIntroduction (30 mins)Prior to the programme, students will explore the definition and the importance of NE and what it takes to be an NE Ambassador.

Part 2: Guided Tour @ SDC and ARMS (1 hr 30mins)Students will learn and internalise the 6 NE messages through SDC’s interactive exhibits (focusing on the Singapore Story) and Army Museum of Singapore’s engaging exhibits (focusing on the Singapore Armed Forces story).

Part3:Class-BasedPublicSpeakingLesson/Activity (3 hrs)Students will be brought back to the class for an interactive lesson, where they will learn the art of public speaking through a fun and engaging session. They will have the opportunity to practise their public speaking skills as a team through engaging hands-on activities.

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NE Gallery:Docent & TrailsGuide Track(Silver/Gold Badge) Duration: 6 hours (excluding break)


Learning Objectives:1. To improve research and writing skills.

2. To promote guiding and communication skills through hands-on session such as oral presentation and peer guiding/evaluation for a NE Gallery Docent/Trails Guide.

3. To build self-confidence so that students believe that they can do their part to make a difference in promoting NE in their school.

NE AMBASSADORS SILVER BADGE[Pre-requisite: NE Ambassadors Bronze Badge] For NE Ambassadors Bronze Badge Ambassadors who wish to advance to the second tier, the Silver Badge, participants will choose between the Gallery Docent Track and the Trails Guide Track. Participants opting for the Gallery Docent Track will gain valuable researching skills while students choosing the Trails Guide track will hone their public speaking skills. NEGalleryDocentTrack Part 1: Being A Docent (1hr 15 mins) Students will learn the fundamentals of being a Gallery Docent — posture, gesturing, voice projection etc.

Part 2: Writing A Spiel (1 hr 45 mins)Students will be taught basic script-writing and they can write their own spiel to showcase their school’s NE gallery or SDC/ARMS’ exhibition galleries.

Part 3: Hands-on Guiding Session (3 hrs)Students will also practise their newly-acquired skills in an authentic environment. Facilitators will assess students’ performance and provide constructive feedback.

NETrailsGuideTrackPart 1: Being A Trails Guide (approx. 45mins)Students will learn the fundamentals of being a Trails Guide —posture, gesturing, voice projection etc.

Part 2: Modelling — Learning from a Trails Guide(approx. 2.5 hrs)During their visit to key heritage sites, students will model after our facilitators to become aspiring trail guides. After grasping the essentials of being good trail guides, students take turns to guide one another in their assigned teams.

Part 3: Hands-on Guiding Session (3 hrs)On a separate session, students will showcase their guiding skills in the same environment. Facilitators will evaluate students’ performance and provide constructive suggestions.

NE AMBASSADORS GOLD BADGE (Pre-requisite: NE Ambassadors Silver Badge) After attaining the NE Ambassadors Silver Badge, the final tier is the NE Ambassadors Gold Badge. This programme aims to enhance participants’ proficiencies in guiding.

Part 1: Briefing Session and Research (approx. 1 hr)Students will revisit the fundamentals of being a Gallery Docent/Trails Guide and prepare themselves to meet the Gold Badge assessment criteria. In addition, students will be assigned to an exhibit gallery for researching and script-writing.

Part 2: Pre-assessment (approx. 2 hrs)SDC staff will provide feedback and check for content accuracy during this session.

Part 3: Final Assessment (approx. 2 hrs 30 mins)Students will be assessed individually on their guiding of the exhibition gallery or the heritage site.

*Note: Students being evaluated for the Gold Badge are required to bring in and guide their own juniors. Hence, schools are advised to make the necessary arrangements.

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NE GalleryRedevelopmentTrack(Bronze Badge)Duration:6 hours (excluding break)


Learning Objectives:1. To promote understanding and appreciation of

Singapore’s rich history, heritage and diversity.

2. To improve writing and communication skills.

NE Ambassadors Bronze Badge Programme is the first-tier programme of the NE Ambassadors Badge Series. This NE Gallery Development Track aims to ignite the spirit of curiosity amongst students as they embark on a journey of oral history.

In line with the 21st Century Competencies framework, skills such as like responsible decision-making and communication, collaboration and information skills will be developed. Students will learn more about the collection and study of historical information using oral history interviews with people as well as learn basic interview and research skills. They will identify potential interviewees and encourage them to share their personal knowledge of past events which are part of our Singapore Story, e.g. how key events such as WW2 had affected Singaporeans. They can be their families, teachers or friends/neighbours in their community.

It will also remind our students on how we have to do our part to contribute to our community and Singapore’s future as active citizens. These oral history interview collections can be used as resources for NE/Social Studies lessons or to be included in their school’s NE gallery.

The NE Ambassadors Bronze Badge programme will equip students with the skills necessary for the second-tier and third-tier programmes of the NE Ambassadors Badge Series.

Part1:Ice-BreakingGames/Class-BasedIntroduction (45 mins)Prior to the start of the programme, students will explore the definition of NE and what it takes to be an NE Ambassador.

Part 2: Guided Tour @ SDC and ARMS (2 hr 15 mins)Students will learn and internalise and thoroughly comprehend the 6 NE messages through SDC’s interactive exhibits (focusing on the Singapore Story) and Army Museum of Singapore’s engaging exhibits (focusing on the Singapore Armed Forces story).

Part 3: Class-Based Lesson: Oral History Interviews (3 hrs)Students will then be brought back to the class for an interactive lesson, where they will learn the art of conducting oral history interviews and writing transcripts. There will also be an opportunity to practise their interview skills in teams for peer evaluation.

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NE GalleryRedevelopmentTrack(Silver+Gold Badges)Duration:8 hours (excluding break)


Learning Objectives:1. To improve writing and communication skills.

2. To promote understanding and appreciation of Singapore’s rich history, heritage and diversity through the use of photography.

NE AMBASSADORS SILVER & GOLD BADGE [Pre-requisite: NE Ambassadors Bronze Badge]Students will be able to enhance their visual literacy as they learn about the importance of images as a means to communicate messages.

A professional will share with students some basic photography skills and design knowledge to enable students to create layouts for newsletters, articles or webpages. This will be useful for students, who are involved in school’s newsletters/magazines, articles or webpages. This will be useful for students who are involved in school’s newsletters/magazines or their project work. NE messages/CCE values will also be incorporated.

Part1:BasicPhotographyandArticleWritingSkills (1 hr 30 mins)Students will be taught basic photography skills so that they will be able to take good pictures. Topics will include how to use colours, perspective and framing. There will also be a hands-on session for the students to practise what they have learnt.

Fundamentals of writing an article will also be shared with students. They will learn how to write interesting headlines with accompanying photo captions.

Part 2: Being A Photojournalist (2 hrs 30 mins) In groups, students will be given the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge that they have just learnt to write a story about National Education/NE/CCE-related stories in schools or their personal lives, as well as how they can embark on a meaningful NE projects. Schools will have the option of choosing one of the following areas, whereby students will take on the role as photojournalists to conduct interviews and take photographs for their projects:

1. Chinatown2. Kampong Glam3. Kranji War Memorial

Part 3: Putting It Together (2 hrs)Students will head back to school to write an article on NE-related topics/projects. They will need to transfer their photo files from the camera to a desktop/laptop. Facilitators will provide feedback and check for content accuracy as well as guide the students on their write-ups and layout. Thereafter, individually, their final product will be in the form of a framed layout which consists of an article or a mini-showcase, complete with headlines, photos and captions.

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N.Emazing RaceDuration:3 hours (including break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Min. 100 pax

Learning Objectives:1. To appreciate the importance of teamwork through

hands-on activities by providing opportunities for students to achieve common goals.

2. To enable the students to explore the Permanent Exhibits Gallery (PEG) of the S’pore Discovery Centre as well as the Army Museum of Singapore (ARMS) in a fun and engaging manner.

Briefing (15 mins)During the briefing, students will organise themselves into teams and will be briefed about their mission. It will require them to locate different stations around the Centre based on clues. Rules and regulations will be highlighted to all teams.

Students will have to answer questions about our Singapore Story. Through this fun and engaging learning activity, NE messages will be subtly woven and latest issues will also be incorporated when relevant. It will also highlight the importance of teamwork in order to achieve their mission.

N.Emazing Race (2 hrs 30 mins)Students will have to make their way to the different locations using a map. Strategising and team work is encouraged which will help teams to be more efficient during the race.

The various stations are designed as fun and interactive stops to find out more about our Singapore Story. Teams will have to complete both content-based stations as well as teamwork-based stations in order to emerge as the winner.

Top 3 teams to complete the race will receive prizes.

De-brief (15 mins)A facilitator will explain the rationale behind some of the stations and highlight the key learning points on National Education (NE) and teamwork.

Programme Highlights• Ideal for large number of participants such as cohort visits• Teambuilding skills• Effective communication and problem solving skills• Focus on National Education (NE) learning

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SOCIALSTUDIESPROGRAMME

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Immersive District Building Gameplay (3 hrs)In this brand new, exciting programme, students will be divided into teams and will be put in charge of different Singapore ‘districts’. These teams will role play as “mayors” and take on the planning and decision making process and will compete to develop the most efficient and productive district in Singapore!

Students will have to grapple with competing needs such as housing, population, water supply etc. and learn to appreciate the challenges faced in policy-making, as they will have to make informed decisions on how to develop their districts despite facing constraints and challenges.

The resources have been specially developed for this workshop and, along with the pacing of the various rounds, will provide for an engaging and immersive gameplay environment.

At the end of the game, the district which has met the needs of their population as well as has made good and timely decisions to develop their district will win.

GAME-BASEDCOHORT WORKSHOPCreating Our SG!– Understanding

Trade-Offs In Governance

(NE Learning Experience for Secondary School jointly developed by SDC and Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) Branch/MOE)

Duration:4 hours (including break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Min. 3 classes/Max. 4 classes

Learning Objectives:1. To explore issues related to the governance of

Singapore (such as resource management, district planning, etc.).

2. To appreciate competing priorities in policy formulation and decision-making for Singapore’s development and progress.

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Students will utilise their skills in understanding and interpreting sources in order to help them analyse the reasons why a situation has occurred and some of the complex problems that Singapore is/will be facing. They have to work together to design and propose a solution.

Classroom-Based SBQ Investigation (1.5 hrs)Students will be grouped into clusters forming the ‘Singapore’ government, having to uncover, understand and deal with an issue that will affect Singaporean’s lives. They will need to uncover the main facts and opinions of the issue by making sense of various sources, interpret and understand these facts and how they will affect their respective clusters.

Students will be challenged to approach source-based questions as a team in a real life situation. This will allow them to put into practice what they have learnt about various perspectives in sources.

What’s a Citizen — Possible Solutions (1.5 hrs)Students will then work together in teams in order to devise possible solutions to address the problem. These possible solutions allow students to explore and understand the roles and responsibilities of being an active citizen in Singapore, as well as to give them an opportunity to be engaged in devising solutions to some of Singapore’s current issues.

SOCIAL STUDIES PROGRAMME EXPRESS/NORMAL ACADEMICWhat’s A Citizen? Duration:3 hours (including break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Min. 1 class/Max. 4 classes

Learning Objectives:1. To explore what it means to be a citizen in

Singapore, and what role we can take to be active citizens.

2. To understand, interpret and evaluate information gathered from sources, to better understand a specific context.

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Through first-hand accounts of our Veteran Guides as well as the lesson by our facilitators, students will go through a rich session, truly understanding Singapore’s position and the need for National Service, as well as how the service has developed and their roles within it.

Veteran’s Introduction & Tour (1.5 hrs)Students will be led on a tour of the Army Museum of Singapore (ARMS) by the veterans. Along with enabling our students to understand more about how Singapore works, the veterans will highlight the birth of Singapore and the role NS played in ensuring that we could defend ourselves. Stories from their first-hand experiences will enrich the students’ experience.

NS: The Present and Future (1.5 hrs)Students will return to the facilitation rooms and be guided through a session that explores the threats of the future, how National Service plays a part in countering those threats, as well as their own roles within this sphere of defence.

SOCIAL STUDIES PROGRAMME EXPRESS/NORMAL ACADEMICNational Service: Past, Present, FutureDuration:3 hours (including break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Min. 1 class/Max. 4 classes

Learning Objectives:1. To appreciate the reasons behind the need for National

Service and the experiences of our NSMen.

2. To understand the role of NS in the future and the role that they play.

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OUTREACHPROGRAMMEs

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Part 1: Pre-Show Resource KitPrior to the show, a resource kit including the programme outline and suggested educational activities/content will be shared to help prepare the students so that they can be better engaged during the show itself. The resource kit will be sent to schools once bookings are confirmed.

Part2:InteractiveSkitwithStudentParticipationActivities (30 mins)Through an interactive skit, students will be able to understand the importance of each NE Commemorative Day as they will be engaged in quizzes, sing-a-long sessions as well as various participative activities with the performers.

Join us, as we reaffirm the values that we have been upholding, which have brought Singapore this far and more importantly, to remind our students how everyone has a part to play to bring Singapore forward beyond SG50.

• TotalDefenceDay Embracing the theme once again, “Together We Keep

Singapore Strong”, 2017’s TDD assembly roadshow aims to appeal to Singaporeans’ sense of conviction, shared beliefs as well as a collective commitment to Total Defence.

Students will learn to appreciate the importance of self-reliance and be invoked to think about issues such as future threats and challenges and how they can play their part through Total Defence. Additionally, emphasis will be placed on the importance of National Service (NS)50 and SGSecure, and how each of us has to learn to better protect ourselves from any attack and to safeguard our way of life.

• RacialHarmonyDay/NationalDay Showcasing the multi-faceted aspects of our inclusive

Singapore society today, 2017’s RH/ND assembly roadshow aims to remind our students of the importance of racial harmony and also to play our part in building a bright future for Singapore as one united people.

OUTREACH PROGRAMMEASSEMBLY ROADSHOWDuration:30 minutes per show

Learning Objectives:Total Defence Day1. To strengthen the belief of everyone playing a part in

defence, and coming together to defend the nation

2. To highlight how values such as responsibility and resilience can be applied in our daily lives

3. To understand How we can ready ourselves be sensitised for self-protection

*in commemoration of Total Defence 2017, as well as the 75th Anniversary of the Fall of Singapore and 50 Years of National Service

Racial Harmony Day/National Day1. To appreciate and understand the importance of racial

and religious harmony.

2. To remind everyone not to take our independence and achievements for granted. Also to take this opportunity to invite everyone to unite together to celebrate our Singapore Spirit during the National Day celebrations and to stay united to face future challenges together as one people and one nation.

3. To explore how we can contribute to achieve a future that we desire and how we can play a part in SGFuture.

I loved it, it was very funny!

Catchy and in-trend concept that attracted the students’ attention.

–Student, Yishun Secondary School


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Racial Harmony/Heritage & Cultural Trail1. To learn about cultural practices and how they are still

relevant and to promote better understanding and appreciation of our multicultural and multiracial society Singapore.

2. To foster better racial harmony and community integration and how everyone has a part to play in preserving our unique Singaporean identity.

Commitment to Defence (C2D) Trail1. To understand and appreciate Singapore’s

vulnerabilities and the importance of defence as well as lessons learnt from the Fall of Singapore during WWII.

2. To highlight the importance of Total Defence and how everyone has a part to play and how our students can demonstrate their commitment and to stay united to face future challenges together as one people and one nation.

3. To explore how we can contribute to achieve a future that we desire and how we can play a part in SGFuture

Part 1: Briefing (20 mins)Prior to the trail, a mass briefing will be conducted for students at a pre-arranged location, before they set off on their journey.

Part 2: Highlights of Outdoor Trails (approx. 2 hr 30mins, inclusive of travelling time)For Racial Harmony/Heritage & Cultural Trails, students will be visiting selected conservation areas and religious sites to learn more about our cultural/religious practices and their relevance today as well as understand the balance between modernisation and conservation of buildings. They will also be immersed in the sights and sounds of conservation areas such as Chinatown, Kampong Glam, Little India or other interesting conservation areas as well participate in engaging activities, including quizzes and food sampling. For Commitment to Defence (C2D) Trails, students will be visiting WWII-related sites such as battlefield sites, monuments and war memorials where they will learn about WWII and stories on the Fall of Singapore and be encouraged to reflect on how they can do their part to defend our country as we cannot take our peace and security for granted. In support of the 75th Anniversary of the Fall of Singapore and the 50 Years of National Service in Singapore, Total Defence and Commitment to Defence (C2D) messages will be incorporated in our WWII trails.

OUTREACH PROGRAMMEOutdoor Trails: Of Battles & Friendship Trails Duration:3 hours (including break; excluding traveling duration)

Recommended no. of Participants:Min. 30 pax (1 bus)/Max. 120 pax (3 buses)

Learning Objectives:SDC’s Outdoor Trails will bring to life many stories about the people and places that students have studied in their textbooks through an interactive and engaging trail. From conservation areas to gun batteries, the trails will not only offer students a glimpse into life in the past and encourage them to reflect and appreciate how far Singapore has come today and understand the challenges that we face.

Choice of Trail:• Racial Harmony/Heritage & Cultural Trail• Commitment to Defence (C2D) Trail

There was a lot of self-directed learning and participants had tothink,communicateandcollaborate throughout the trail.


our TotalDefencestrategy

is DEFENCE NECESSARY Having lived through peaceful times since World War 2, we may take our security for granted and it is hard to imagine that a major crisis can happen in Singapore. The idea of defence may even seem unnecessary to some.

Here are some common arguments for and against defence. What is your take? Can you think of more reasons why we should, or should not invest in defence?

NO COUNTRY NEEDS DEFENCE POLICES IN THE GLOBALISED WORLD.

With globalisation of trade, the economies of countries in the world are inter-connected. We stand to lose economically if there are major wars.

There is greater international co-operation among nations, greater respect for international law and support for diplomacy. Potential conflicts can be resolved through diplomatic rather than military means.

Defence is costly. The funds should be used for social good or development.

YES, EVERY COUNTRY SHOULD HAVEDEFENCE POLICIES.

Despite the fact that the world is more connected than before, there are still many armed conflicts around the world. The causes of these conflicts are often complex and require more than diplomatic effort and goodwill to resolve. National interests are often given top priority vis-à-vis global interests.

The potential threats that a country may face are more than direct military aggression. They could include economic, environmental or health threatsfor instance.

The potential cost of not investing defence and preparing for crises when they take place will be high.

IN THE AGE OF GLOBALISATION?

When you think about defence, what is the first image that comes to mind?

Many would think of military forces. But a nation’s defence is more than its armed forces. Total Defence involves every Singaporean to play a part, individually and collectively. A strong, secure and cohesive nation that is prepared and ready to deal with any crisis.

why “TOTAL”?The idea of “Total Defence” assumes that danger or crises may hit and impact

Singapore in more than one aspect. Having a co-ordinated response and plan to deal with any major crises that may take place will help to ensure that we have a higher

chance of survival, especially since Singapore is a small country.

The word “Total” also harks back to the concept of total war, where even civilians, and civilian infrastructure and resources are considered military targets, and the usual rules of

war no longer apply.

the FIVE PILLARS OF OURTOTAL DEFENCE

MILITARY DEFENCE

to defend ourselves and to

deter others from attacking us.

CIVILDEFENCE

to prepare our civilians to

respond to emergencies.

ECONOMIC DEFENCE

to ensure that our economy remains

strong and resilient, and jobs

and business may carry on.

SOCIAL DEFENCE

where citizens are willing to

co-operate and help one another

overcomethe crises.

PSYCHOLOGICAL DEFENCE

to help Singaporeans be

mentally tough and resilient to

survive difculties.

Source: Singapore Armed Forces

Source: Singapore Armed Forces

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OUTREACH PROGRAMME/ EDUCATION RESOURCES

ASSEMBLY TALK SERIES Duration : 30 mins

No. of Participants:Min. 200 pax/Max. 320 pax

Learning Objectives:To increase understanding of the experience of National Service as well as to heighten our commitment to our nation through first-hand sharing by our veterans or relevant speakers.

The Assembly Talk will provide an opportunity for students to meet our very own Veteran Guides who will be sharing about their experiences during National Service (NS), when NS first began in 1967. They will also discuss the trials and challenges that they experienced while serving in the Army and the friendship and bonds built while defending their nation.

Singapore Story Posters SeriesLearning Objectives:To facilitate discussion of NE messages/social issues and current affairs.

Our Singapore Story Posters Series will be a useful education resource to engage students about NE and CCE. It consists of various thematic mounted posters that will be available for schools to order to complement their NE and CCE curriculum. With the use of visual stimuli such as photographs, the series will value-add to educators by providing them with opportunities to discuss pertinent current issues in Singapore.

This mounted posters resource will also be further supplemented with lesson packages i.e. worksheets that can be used for teaching and learning in the classroom.

Cost $300 per set of 8 posters (Member Schools) $350 per set of 8 posters (Non-Member Schools)

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STAFF RETREAT @SDC PACKAGEBe Our NE Energisers and Champions!Duration:3 hrs + 3 hrs (additional)

Everyone in the school community plays an important role as NE Energisers and Champions, besides NE co-ordinators or teaching staff from some specify departments. It includes the school management, teaching and non-teaching staff as well as Parent Volunteers Group (PVG). Together, all staff and students will work together as one united community to be our NE Energisers and Champions!

Take some time out from your busy school calendar and book a date with us at S’pore Discovery Centre (SDC)! Let us work closely with you to organise your school’s Staff Retreat and make it a fun and engaging day at our centre, where your school can tap on our wide range of facilities and NE resources! Get immersed in the Singapore Story with your staff at SDC today!

SDC has put together a special Staff Retreat package, which includes the venue rental, catering arrangements as well as customised programmes which will best meet your school or school cluster’s needs. The planning of your staff retreat will be a breeze!

In addition, your school can also choose to include the following components to meet the school’s needs:

StaffRetreatPackageAdd-ons:

• StaffDiscoveryRace Participants will take part in a fun and engaging race to find

out more about Singapore Story through our Permanent Exhibits Gallery (PEG). At the same time, they will have opportunities to bond with each other through teambuilding activities and to learn and work together as a group.

• SAFTIBusTour Participants will hop onto our SAFTI bus for a special visit to

the SAFTI Military Institute (which is usually a closed facility). The bus tour will take participants around the 88-hectare training ground for officers-to-be, offering a special glimpse into how officer cadets are groomed and moulded to be Singapore’s future leaders and the importance of military defence for our country.

• GuidedTour—SDC&ARMS Participants will be taken on a special guided tour of SDC as

well as immersed in a multi-sensory experience which will engage their hearts and minds as they learn about how and why Singapore is a success today and what makes Singapore tick.

In the guided tour of the Army Museum of Singapore (ARMS), participants will visit the exhibition galleries which highlight the humble beginnings of our Army and the numerous operations it has conducted, including the declassified SQ117 rescue operation. They can also look forward to an interactive as well as multi-sensory experience where they will experience what our Army is capable of today.

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This programme offers Secondary Schools pupils an overview of Basic Military Training (BMT) through a variety of activities, guided tours and sharing of experiences by our veteran guides. Gain an insight into some of the typical activities during National Service (NS) through various hands-on activities. It prepares male students psychologically for NS, and also gives female students an experience from which they can better understand, and empathise, so as to support their male counterparts.

Part 1: Guided Tour of the Army Museum of Singapore (ARMS) (45 min) Join us on a tour of ARMS and learn about the first intake of recruits for National Service. Be guided along the day to day activities during NS and learn how National Service and the Army have evolved.

Part 2: Hands-on Activities — Pt 1 (1 hr)Gain experience with some of the activities that the NS men go through. Learn to handle the Army personal equipment and understand more about concealment. Try out the modified standard obstacle course and jungle trail and sample some of the actual combat rations that the recruits eat while out at field.

Part 3: Hands-on Activities — Pt 2 (45 min)Learn more about the weapons and go through an introduction to individual marksmanship training simulator. Selected students will get to experience a hands-on session of the simulator.

Part 4: Bus tour of SAFTI (30 min) Students will learn more about the National Service experience by hopping on the Bus Tour of SAFTI, visiting locations such as the Officer Cadet School, SAFTI Tower, SAFTI Link Bridge, and SAF Advanced Schools. Here they will understand more about the continuing experience of National Service, beyond the Basic Military Training (BMT).

(*Note: SAFTI Military Institute is a closed facility, hence, the tour maybe subject to prior approval by relevant authorities, should the visit clash with their internal events.)

ARMS PROGRAMMEARMY DAYS Duration:3.5 hours (including break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Min. 80 pax/Max 320 pax

Additional Information:Recommended for Secondary level

Learning Objectives:1. To understand the importance of Military Defence and

the need for National Defence.

2. To understand and appreciate the mission and core values of the Army and how the various formations work to achieve mission success.

3. To better understand the life of a soldier in the Army and recognise the importance of the Army’s role in maintaining Singapore’s continued security.

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ARMS PROGRAMMEScience Of WarfareDuration:3 hours (including break)

Recommended no. of Participants:Min. 35 pax/Max 80 pax

Additional Information:Recommended for up to Secondary 3 level

Learning Objectives:1. To appreciate the forces and energy forms used

in various artillery and weapons in the Army.

2. To apply their understanding of forces and energy forms.

3. To appreciate that our Army is a ready and capable force.

Ever wonder how forces and energy forms play a role in the functioning of weapons used in the Army? This programme helps students to review and apply their knowledge of forces and energy forms, with the focus on Army weaponry. Students will also be able to understand how the locally developed rifle SAR21 works, though a shooting simulation. Finally, students will work in groups to create a trebuchet.

Part 1: Introduction (45 min) Understand how important basic principles of physics are to the various forms and functions of the Army weaponry. The facilitator will bring students through scientific insights of how some of the specific weaponry work and students will appreciate how precise calculations are integral for an effective defence force.

Part 2: Hands-on Session — Pt 1 (45 min)Students will then see how the specific use of basic physics principles translates into the making of a functional weapon. Students will experience a simulation using the SAR21 rifle; a weapon that was designed and manufactured here in Singapore.

Part 3: Hands-on Session — Pt 2 (1 hr)Students will then have the opportunity to put all they have learned into practice by creating a weapon of their own; the trebuchet. They will have to understand the mechanics behind a counterweight system and tweak their measurements to ensure accuracy and reliability.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS• Special Exhibitions• Commemorative Days Programmes

• Special Events• Public Programmes (for families & children)

JAN

MAY

SEP

FEB

JUN

OCT

• Total Defence Day Special Exhibiton

• Total Defence Day School Programme

• Chinese New Year Special Weekend 28 – 30 Jan


• ARMS Special Exhibition (in support of NS50)


• Special Highlights! SCDF Exhibition & Vehicular Display

• TD Defenders Unite! Special Weekend 18 – 19 Feb

• International Friendship Day Special Exhibition

• International Friendship Day School Programme

• International Friendship Day Special Weekend 27 — 28 May


• SingaROAR! (Children’s Season Programmes) 27 May — 25 June

• Hari Raya Puasa Special Weekend 25 – 26 June

• Year-End Special Exhibition

• Year-End School Holiday Programme PLAY @ SDC

• Educators’ Preview for School Programme 2018

• Deepavali Special Weekend 18, 21 - 22 Oct

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*All information is accurate at the time of printing. Educators are advised to check with our respective Account Managers for further updates on exhibitions and educational programmes. Please visit our SDC’s & ARMS’ website for latest updates on our calendar of events.

MAR

JUL

NOV

APR

AUG

DEC



• March School Holiday Programme 11 – 19 March


• International Friendship Day School Programme

• SG Stories Film Gala Night


• Year-End School Holiday Programme PLAY @ SDC

• Year-End School Holiday Programme 18 Nov - 31 Dec


• Year-End School Holiday Programme 18 Nov - 31 Dec

• Christmas Special Weekend 24-25 Dec

• National Day Special Exhibition

• Youth Entrepreneurs Competition (YEC) 2017

• Racial Harmony Day School Programme

• National Day Special Exhibition

• National Day School programme

• National Day Special Weekend & Celebration 5 — 6 Aug & 9 Aug

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Youth Entrepreneurs Competition (YEC)Duration:Apr – Jun/Jul Finals will be held in Jun/Jul (Tentative)

Recommended no. of Participants:Min. 4 members in a teamMax. 5 members in a teamNo restriction to the number of teams sent by a school.One student should only be part of one team only.

Learning Objectives:Promote social entrepreneurship and community leadership development among youths in Singapore.

Have your students ever had a great business idea that they always wanted to try to put into action? Unlike competitions that focus on the conceptual aspect of entrepreneurship, YEC allows shortlisted teams to actually come up with the products they have in mind and sell them for real!

Shortlisted teams will get to hear from actual entrepreneurs and get some tips on how to kick-start their small business. Each team will be given seed funding to execute a marketing campaign, produce their products and sell them at a booth at the YEC Finals here at SDC.

More than just a business competition for aspiring young entrepreneurs, the competition also provides a platform for youth to reconnect with society and encourages them to use their creativity and media-savvy to make a difference to the community. All sales proceeds will go to Singapore Discovery Centre’s adopted charity and a charity selected by the respective teams.

I learnt how to become a better problem solver. I also learnt about theimportanceofteamworkandfeasibility.

- Student, Anglican High School

On behalf of the students, I wouldliketocongratulateyouon the resounding success of the competition. Indeed, the students have had an enriching experiencetakingpartinthecompetition, despite not winning anything. Nonetheless, they managed to raise a substantial amount of funds to support the relevant social causes. Onceagain,thanksagainfororganising this year’s YEC and welookforwardtothenext.

– Teacher, Crescent Girls’ School

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• 4 x 2D/3D Blockbuster Movie Tickets Per Card Per Day• 4 x 3D Short Film Tickets Per Card Per Day• 4 x Admission to Singapore Discovery Centre• 4 x Admission to Army Museum of Singapore

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• Cost of a 3D Blockbuster Movie Ticket at Commercial Cineplex: $14.50• Cost of a staff catching 3D Blockbuster with 3 family member/friends: $58.00• Cost for 30 School Staff on a Movie Outing with family/friends: $58 x 30 = $1,740 per year• This excludes the cost of parking a car at a shopping centre/mall for car owners

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