Finally the day had arrived. The trip from Singapore to Malaysia was incredibly long and uncomfortable. It took us quite a while to get to Yong Peng - a place that we would stop and have a break before we proceeded to Genting Highlands ,and it was really dirty and hot there. It really made us appreciate the cleanliness in Singapore. In the past we usually had two practices per week but it increased to three one month before the competition. Briefings were held to brief us about safety and our schedules. After so many practices and briefings we would like to say that we are well prepared.

At around 5.15PM we finally arrived at Malaysia Genting Highlands, we saw that many schools have arrived. It was so crowded, we got quite a shock. This is the real thing, we have expected this competition to be a tough and tight one. Nevertheless, we would strive and give our best shot. We really want to see where we stand amongst all those school. We are more than excited for this and we can't wait for the competition to come.

Then after dinner, we were gathered again in the conference hall for the opening ceremony of The 21st Century Art Festival 2010. It was really exciting for the most part. We were really impressed with the dance that the Hokkien Association put up and the performance by Nan Chiau Secondary School's Chinese Orchestra.The dancers were flexible and their movements were swift. We think that they had practiced hard for that performance. The emotions and happiness they displayed on stage is really inspiring. The Nan Chiau's Orchestra really poured all their emotions into their playing. After watching their performance we think that the their unity in their playing makes them a strong orchestra. We could learn that from them, we should stay together with one another and work hard as a team till the very end.

There were many learning points during our reflection. One of them is about winning teams. We see Nan Chiau as a winning team because their performers possess self discipline. Self discipline comes within ourselves, in our own accord. When it's time to work, we work hard and focus hard. When it's time to play, we can relax and let go after all those hard work. We should not wait for people to tell us what to do,we should take initiative. A winning team is also one which exceeds all expectations. We are working towards that expectation. A winning team is also one where there is close bond between members. We believe that our team could be a winning team too. If we all work hard together as one, we think we could acheive a lot.

The other learning points include the importance of teamwork. Teamwork brings everyone together. A member's  action  can affect the whole team. As individual when we conduct ourselves appropriately in the public, we will uphold the name of the school. In a winning team members also care for one another.We should always care for others and put ourselves in each other's shoes. A winning team also persists in everything they do and they don't give up easily. Even if it's tough, we should try and try until it is achieved.

To be a winning team, "Let's strive together, be as one" (the six word quote from Er hu)

Rachel Ng

Heng Nien Leng

Tan Si Min