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Saturday, 15 June 2013

Educational Meeting



Today’s meeting is another addition to our previous successful ones. The speeches were great, the table topics were awesome and our fellow Gaveliers had a lot of fun.

As for the manual speeches session, both our speakers, Amir and Caroline did an amazing job. With topics vastly different from one another, they both rocked the stage! Amir was the body language master as he talked about the 4 body languages in doing speeches—the eyes, the body, the feet and the voice. He got the audience to be involved in his speech and we were captivated by how great he has improved.

Caroline, on the other hand, picked a very rare topic. She started her speech with a question. “How many of you, approve of gay marriage?” That blew the audience’s minds—since it was totally unexpected. Her speech had opened our hearts and reminded us that, everyone deserves to love. If you happened to be gays or lesbians in the future, be brave and admit it. Tell your loved ones regarding what you feel about yourselves.

The table topic session was very refreshing today. Led by the Table Topic Master, Gairus, everyone was having so much fun!
Wei Lun was eating laksa and was suddenly confronted by a soaking wet Crystal… what happens next?
Gaveliers had to continue the story spontaneously and the chains of story were very interesting. Having 10 kids in 10 years, bearing a child that actually possesses super powers and reuniting after years of separating were fresh ideas given by the Gaveliers. Not only did we have a good time laughing but it stimulated our brain to work right on the spot. Finally, everyone had the opportunity to talk!

The evaluators should also be given credits for their superb works. The grammarian, Karen Kong did a wonderful job. The word of the day is ‘conceited’ and in every meeting of the Gavel Club, it is advised for students and guests to use the word of the day actively. The Ah Counter was Ryan, who had taken up a role play for the first time. Despite being a first-timer, Ryan did a great job and had delivered a nice report. Claire Kiew was today's timer and she carried a great responsibility throughout the meeting as well.

The Gaveliers receive mutual support and positive learning environment, which in turn faster self-confidence and personal growth. But on top of that, we make friends and assist each other throughout the meetings. There are some things that need to be fixed but we still have the opportunity to improve together in the future.



So, do join us for our next meeting which would be held on 22nd June 2013 at SMK Kampung Nangka from 2:00 to 4:15 pm. Until our next meeting, bye-bye!




THE WORD OF THE WEEK
CONCEITED adjective

1. Excessively proud of oneself
2. Having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

Examples:
  • Why are you so conceited that you think your life is worth anything at all to an infinite god?

  • In matters of education you may be somewhat conceited.

  • I'm not conceited enough to believe I’m the best person for someone else to have in their lives.

  • An attitude of self-conceited arrogance 
Synonyms:
Vain, proud, egotistical, self-important

* A word of the day will be introduced during the educational meeting and everyone is encouraged to use the word in speeches. The grammarian will take note who and how many times he/she has used the word throughout the meeting.

Thursday, 30 May 2013

Monday, 27 May 2013

WINNERS OF YLC SPEECH CONTEST 2013


18 contestants took up the challenge to stand on stage in front of 340 audiences to compete in the contest. That is the spirit! Proud of all of you campers and Gaveliers :D Gaveliers showed great improvement especially in self-confidence and public speaking skills. Thanks to dear teachers and fellow Toastmasters who give support and training all these months. In this club, we provide a supportive, positive environment for the students to unleash their potential and conquer their fear speaking in front of people. In this club, we understand that everyone is in a learning process towards success! 

Friday, 24 May 2013

Youth Leadership Camp 2013

302 campers filled the YMCA hall this year, making the camp biggest ever! Gaveliers attending YLC 24-27 May 2013 at YMCA, Sibu.


   Listening attentively to Stephen Fernando's speech on Human Relations



Confident Gaveliers going upstage explaining on each point. In the above    picture, our ever jolly Clarence summarizing the points!

Sunday, 12 May 2013

Educational meeting

12TH EDUCATIONAL MEETING

Hello again!

Despite exam week, most Gaveliers and guests turned up for our 12th educational meeting. We have three speakers today, Amir, Biravinaa and Claudia, who were embarking on their 2nd and 3rd projects in CC manual. Lead by our TOE, ever charming Gairus, and Erin our VPE, new guests felt most welcomed and comfortable. Our AG Hisham added spice to the meeting with a special session on How to Deliver Impromptu Speech using burger sandwich method. This is to prepare Gaveliers for the Impromptu Speech contest on 29th June in SMK Methodist.

            Next week, we will take a rest due to exams. All the best to Gaveliers! Our next exciting activity is to join the Youth Leadership Camp (24-27 May) in YMCA. Release stress and go crazy! The next day, on the 28th May (Tuesday), we will have out 13th educational meeting. All are welcome! Looking forward to see you there!

Venue: Bilik Kemanusiaan, SMK Kampung Nangka
Time: 2.00 pm- 4.15 pm

P/s: CMs meeting 1 pm - 2 pm  





 

THE WORD OF THE WEEK

SPLENDID adjective
 
 
1. possessing or displaying splendor: as
    a : shining, brilliant
    b : marked by showy magnificence
2. illustrious, grand
3  a : excellent <a splendid opportunity>
    b : being out of the ordinary : singular

Examples of SPLENDID

  1. We have a splendid opportunity to do something really useful.
  2. I have some splendid news.
  3. We'll be coming out to visit over the summer. Oh, splendid!
 
splen·did·ly adverb
splen·did·ness noun