Orientation Group Leader Camp

Read about OGLC 2023, the first residential camp at Jurong Pioneer Junior College in three years, where over 160 OGLs were trained to lead the college's Matriculation and Orientation.

Last updated 11 July 2026

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Orientation Group Leaders Camp (OGLC) 2023 was the first residential camp in three years to be hosted in Jurong Pioneer Junior College. Organised by the 5th Student Council, the three-day-two-night camp was held to prepare the Orientation Group Leaders (OGLs) for their facilitation roles in the upcoming Matriculation and Orientation (M&O) for incoming J1 students. There was a total of 162 OGLs and 49 Pre-University Seminar student facilitators who participated in the camp. The Pre-University Seminar student facilitators were invited to join the OGLC as the facilitation and debriefing techniques taught during the camp were also vitally relevant to their roles in the 2023 Pre-University Seminar.

On day one, the camp participants started their day with a rigorous bag check where they learnt the importance of personal responsibility and accountability. Following that, the participants also acquired debriefing skills and learnt a variety of songs and cheers pertinent to the conduct of M&O. One of the highlights was the Night Games, where participants pitted against the Hunters (played by the teachers and student councillors) in a battle of wits and courage as they sought to protect their tokens earned from the station games located around the college.

Students in black "United As One, Ever Driven" shirts sit in groups on a gymnasium floor.

Debriefing exercises during the lesson on Debriefing Skills

A group of teens in black and blue shirts gather in a large indoor space, some wearing masks.

A group playing a station game hosted by a House Master during the Night Game

Eight people wearing white face masks sit on auditorium steps in blue Leadership Training Camp shirts.

Students getting ready as ‘Hunters’ for the Night Game

On day two, the participants underwent a fire drill in the early morning where they understood the importance of mastering and accurate execution of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) in the times of emergency. Other than that, the Scenario-Based Discussions also allowed the camp participants to explore possible solutions and countermeasures to various scenarios that could happen during the M&O. Other activities included the Mass Games and Discussions on House Entrance and Identity, during which OGLs drew closer to one another and forged a stronger sense of camaraderie. Later in the night, during the other highlight of the camp, the participants went on a Solo Night as they walked on their own, blindfolded, to designated locations where they sat down alone to reflect on their experiences in the camp.

A student in a red shirt holds a microphone and paper while standing among seated students in a school gymnasium.

A student sharing his reflection after the fire drill on Day 2

A student in a green PAVO shirt stands before a crowd facing a projection screen displaying the word Discussion.

A student sharing his opinions for one of the scenarios during the Scenario-Based Discussions

Players in orange and red shirts play an indoor game with a hoop and yellow ball on a wooden floor.

Students from 2 different teams competing against one another to win ice cream sticks as tokens during Mass Games

A group of young people in orange and red T-shirts laugh and play a game together in an indoor hall.

A game of Eagle and the Chicks during Mass Games

A girl in an orange shirt sits on a gym floor arranging wooden craft sticks on a blue chair.

A student counting her ‘winnings’

Three students in orange shirts point at and write on a whiteboard covered with drawings and notes.

Students brainstorming for their House Entrance and Identity

The last day saw all participants wrapping up on their camp experiences and consolidating all that they had learnt, in preparation for imparting these very pearls of wisdom to their juniors during M&O. After area cleaning, the participants sat down in groups to share their thoughts and learning experiences throughout the camp. Some participants also volunteered to share with the camp on their learning points. OGLC 2023 was all in all a dynamic and fruitful learning experience for all who had the opportunity and privilege of participating in the event.

Students in colorful shirts sit facing a projected screen reading "Final Debrief" while a presenter stands at the front.

Final Reflection for the camp