Welcome to the Year 9 NYAA talk

In Singapore: Affiliation to the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Association in Singapore is the NYAA (National Youth Achievement Award) Tanglin became an operating authority for NYAA in 2003/2004

Duke of Edinburgh Award “Since we began in 1956, our aim has been to help young people to plan and undertake their own programme of activities to develop mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually.” From the Duke of Edinburgh’s Mission Statement

Through… … young people grow Service - helping others Skills - developing personal interests Physical Recreation - encouraging physical fitness and an active lifestyle Expeditions - undertaking an adventurous journey in a group

Key Principles Confidence Compassion Cooperation Conviction

Levels of the Award and Minimum Age Requirements Bronze (14+) – 6 months minimum Silver (15+) – 12 months minimum Gold (16+) – 18 months minimum There is no “expiry”. Participants have until the age of 25 to complete any section, but……

Meeting Deadlines We will be providing support for you to achieve the award, but in order to qualify through school, YOU are responsible for meeting the deadlines and choosing and engaging with your activities. We will not chase you!

“There are no short cuts to a real sense of achievement, it has to be earned.” From the Duke of Edinburgh’s Mission Statement

Specifically… Service15 hours spread over 3 months SkillRegularly for 6 months Physical20 hours over 8 weeks ExpeditionTwo days out, one night in an unfamiliar setting, at least 12 hours of effort and activity

ServiceSkillsPhysical

CCAs will now be listed by Creative, Action, Service

Other Ideas Musical Instrument lessons (Skills) Drama / Music productions (Skills) Sports teams (Physical) Sports leaders (Service)

Adventurous Journey What you will learn Camp craft skills Outdoor cooking and expedition nutrition Navigating Environmental awareness Risk assessment Safety First Aid Practice Expedition Qualifying Expedition

Registering with NYAA The link to the application form will be ed to you and this MUST be returned by the end of week 8 Enrolment form + $7 cheque In September you will receive your: Award Diary Award Record Book

If you know what activities you would like to do, please enter them on the form but you these may change when you sign up for CAS activities in September. Otherwise enter “tba”

Support and Queries If you have any concerns or questions, we expect YOU (and not your parents) to contact the appropriate member of the NYAA team and we will do our best to support you and guide you in the right direction Remember that this is about YOU developing YOUR independence and responsibility

Support – General administration issues / Skills – Enquiries related to – Service / Physical