The anniversary parade is a tradition of SJI where the seven Uniformed Groups – National Cadet Corps ( NCC ) Land , National Cadet Corps ( NCC ) Air , National Police Cadet Corps ( NPCC ), St . John ’ s Ambulance Brigade , SJI Pelandok Scouts , SJI Military Band ( SJIMB ) and SJI Pipe Band ( SJIPB ) – come together to celebrate one other ’ s achievements for the year . It is also a time to recognize outstanding cadets who have served in their CCAs . At this time , the Secondary 4 student leaders pass on their roles and responsibilities to their Secondary 3 counterparts .

Josephians spread the passion for reading at Book Week , with students and teachers alike enjoying the variety of different activities that spanned the four days . From the Readathon to the screening of the films and performances put on by the Secondary 3 IP boys , the array of activities arranged by the Book Week organizing committee was positively received by the SJI community , leading to much enjoyment being had by all who were involved in Book Week 2015 .

“ The Anniversary Parade is a nice way to appreciate the Secondary 4s for their hard work and commitment to their co-curricular activities in the past 4 years ” shared Christopher Lam ( ML201 ), a participant and performer from the SJIPB at the Anniversary Parade 2015 .

Braving the immense heat , the cadets stood true to their values of discipline and camaraderie as they marched on proudly in their uniforms . The parade , graced by Guest of Honour Colonel ( NS ) Eugene Lam ( Class of 1981 ), also featured stunning performances such as air shows by NCC Air , drill shows by NCC Land , enchanting musical performances by SJIMB and SJIPB as well as a march past by the Uniformed Groups . The parade ended with triumphant and proud cheers of “ Hail ! Hail ! Alma Mater !

ST JOSEPH ’ S INSTITUTION JOSEPHIAN ANNUAL 2015