Well done to these who have attained NYAA bronze and our school was given the honour to choose one of our award recipients to give a speech to the over 100s of award recipients from all over Singapore! Indeed this is a priviledge and honour to represent so many bronze award recipients from all over Singapore to share her journey and thoughts. And yes, Angelina Bok is the chosen one! She gave her speech in front of so many people and i know it will be a memorable experience for her. Bravo for her!
Indeed this is a demonstration of our values - commitment and confidence. When she knew that she needed to prepare a speech, i am sure she has worked really hard to craft out the speech, and even seeked help from Mrs Fiona Tan to help vett her script. It shows how committed she is towards the assignment she was given. The fact that she was able to stand in front of so many people to give a speech, it's a demonstration of her confidence. I am sure those who were there at the ceremony would testify that she was really calm and steady in delivering her speech.
Not forgetting the rest of the recipients, indeed, the NYAA award is one of the highest achievements one can attain. It is a national award and we are proud of these who have completed their NYAA bronze within half a year. Not only it is a national award that is recognised by many organizations, as a student, it gives you leadership points as well , on top of the leadership points you get from your post as a student councillor. In addition, it will be reflected in your testimonial too.
I hope to see more of you getting this award, not because of the award itself , but it is a personal achievement as a young leader of the next generation.
Mission statement of NYAA-
To develop and maximise the potential of young people through selfless community service, challenges of adventure, skills development and physical recreation so that they may be exceptional individuals who can contribute effectively to society and the nation.
Man often becomes what he believes himself to be. If I keep on saying to myself that I cannot do a certain thing, it is possible that I may end by really becoming incapable of doing it. On the contrary, if I have the belief that I can do it, I shall surely acquire the capacity to do it even if I may not have it at the beginning.
Mahatma Gandhi