2024-25 UNESCO UNSDGs Debating Competition - First Runner-up
A team of S4 students was awarded First Runner-up at the grand finals of the UNESCO UNSDGs Debating Competition held at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) on May 20, 2025.
The students—Chan Tsz Yau Dion (4B), Siu Hoi Yan (4E), and Wong Hoi Ying Sophia (4E)—won three rounds of debates, ultimately securing their spot in the finals. In the championship round, they debated against the motion of “Bamboo scaffolding should be retained in Hong Kong.” The debaters showcased exceptional skills in crafting counter-arguments and articulating their points with clarity and eloquence.
S4 History Fieldtrip in Central and Western District
Our S4 History students had an enriching walking tour in the Central and Western District, guided by Professor Ting Sun Pao Joseph (丁新豹教授), our History and Heritage Education Consultant. During the tour, students explored the urban landscape of early Hong Kong, gaining insights into the rich history, architectural and cultural significance of the area.
Future Architects: Girls in STEAM Challenge Competition
Two students, Cheung Ching Yu Yora (3C) and Tsang Hin Ching (3D), won the second runner-up in the Future Architects: Girls in STEAM Challenge Competition.
This competition required students to build a city in Roblox Studio based on Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Objective 11, which focuses on sustainable community development.
Over the past two months, our school team attended workshops, built their city, and presented their work. In the final round, students completed a coding task, presented their project, and participated in a Q&A session with the judges.
Inter-house Debate Competition (Consilience) –Final
The grand final of the inaugural Inter-house Debate Competition (Consilience) was successfully held on May 16.
In the debate, three junior students from Silcocks House faced off against three from Hutchinson House on the motion, “This House believes that Barbie is a bad influence on children.” They presented thought-provoking arguments related to self-image and consumerism.
Adjudicators Mr Stephen Cooley and Ms Mandy Kan, from the Native-Speaking English Teacher section of the Education Bureau, awarded Silcocks House the edge over Hutchinson House, citing a more effective team line and more persuasive delivery.
Sustainable Education by Eco Amigos
During the morning assembly on May 14, Eco Amigos, a group of student ambassadors dedicated to environmental action, addressed the harmful effects of plastic waste and microplastics on both animals and humans.
Through a lively skit featuring ambassadors role-playing as sea creatures, they illustrated how microplastics damage marine ecosystems and, ultimately, human health. The Eco Amigos also shared poignant images and videos of sea animals suffering due to plastic waste, effectively raising awareness among students about the impact of their use of disposable items like plastic bags and take-out containers.
Their presentation inspired their peers to take a more proactive role in protecting the environment.
Visit of Shanghai Kongjiang Junior High School
We were honoured to welcome 22 students and teachers from Shanghai Kongjiang Junior High School (上海市控江初級中學) to our school on May 14. 27 S2 and S6 YW students engaged in enriching discussions on various topics, particularly in STEM, with their counterparts.
Meanwhile, the programme provided opportunities for students to enhance their language skills and cultural understanding through discussions with the students from Shanghai. We look forward to organizing more exciting exchange programmes in the future.
World Reimagined: Global STEAM Public Speaking Competition
A team of Secondary Three students, known as "Yes, We Go and STEM," won the Most Popular Award at the Global STEAM Public Speaking Competition organized by the Big Bang Academy on May 11.
Along with another finalist team, "We Go and Smile," they were among 12 teams presenting their sustainability solutions to a panel of expert judges, showcasing their prototypes to the public during the competition.
"Yes, We Go and STEM" developed an innovative device that uses AI to detect food freshness, while "We Go and Smile" designed a sustainable greenhouse to ensure a reliable food supply.
