333 Service Project
From September 2015 to June 2016, students from S3 to S5 volunteered for the "333 Service Project" to offer tutoring to primary school students in Sham Shui Po District. This project was organised by We R Family Foundation (幼吾幼慈善基金). As a result of the programme, it was observed that many primary school students improved their confidence and motivation because they could ask more questions about their studies and receive support from our volunteers. It was a truly rewarding experience for all.
39th Athletics Meet
The annual Sports Day took place early at Wanchai Sports Ground and attracted many participants from students, teachers and parents. The weather failed to dampen everyone’s spirits on 21 September; the athletes, cheering teams and workers braved the rain to carry on in true sportsmanship. Jenkins House emerged as overall champion and quite a few records were broken, for example in the 1500-metre event. All were winners that day as we stepped out of our comfort zone.
S.A. and Inter-house Elections 2015
Campaigning for the Student Association (S.A.) and Inter-house Committee was intense from the first day of school. Candidates from Vega and Canvas distributed promotional materials and canvassed for votes every morning and lunchtime. After viewing their promotion videos and listening to their platforms, students took part in a question and answer session during OLE to grill those running on the finer details of their proposals. The principal praised everyone for their enthusiasm.
The votes were cast on Monday with the majority supporting the cabinet of Canvas. The Inter-house team, Ixora, was unopposed but had little time to rest on their laurels. They assumed their duty immediately because Sports Day was held a day after the elections.
AA Newsletter Special On-line Issue
The AA Newsletter Team is happy to present this Premier Issue, with heartfelt stories on 13 overseas alumnae from nine cities. Mrs Ruth Lee, former YW Principal, has done a lot to strengthen the overseas alumnae network and this Premier issue launched at her retirement is a tribute to her wonderful contribution over the years. Contributions for the Spring Issue 2016 are most welcome. Submission could be sent to the Editors of AA Newsletter by email to alumnae@ywgs.edu.hk.
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Alumnae Newsletters (Sept and Oct 2015)
The latest issue of alumnae newsletter has been published! Topics include "Interview of New Principal and two Vice-Principals, Report on 115th Anniversary Dinner & Musical, Interview of President and Vice-President of YWGSAAL, Brilliant Achievements of YW Science Students, Reunion of 67 Graduates at Vancouver, etc.
The AA Newsletter Team is also happy to present a Premier Issue in October 2015, with heartfelt stories on 13 overseas alumnae from nine cities. Click here to browse the full version.
Inauguration of Prefects 2015
More than 70 students from Secondary 3 to Secondary 6 have been elected as prefects for the school year 2015-2016. The inauguration ceremony took place during the OLE lessons on 4 September 2015. Prefects are student leaders who possess a high degree of commitment to the school’s values and ideals. They were nominated by their schoolmates and elected by teachers. The responsibilities of prefects include maintaining school discipline, ensuring the well-being of students and function together with all teachers to create a cohesive and effective learning atmosphere in school.
Opening Service 2015 and Principal's Inauguration
September 1 has always been special, to quote our alumna, Ms Lam Lai Bing, because the school year usually begins on this day. This year’s Opening Service was even more remarkable because of the inauguration of our first male principal. Mr Kwan spoke about the importance of service in Christianity and reminded students of the importance of three Cs -- confidence, creativity and credibility, after Reverend Wu shared about how our school, Hop Yat Church and Nethersole Hospital provided for the intellectual, spiritual and physical wellbeing of the community.
Mrs Ruth Lee – The Award of JP
Congratulations to Mrs Ruth Lee, JP Mrs Ruth Lee Shek Yuk Yu (李石玉如女士) , 7th principal of YWGS, was awarded as Justice of the Peace (JP) by the HKSAR with effect from 1 September 2015 in recognition of her outstanding service to the society. The news was released in the press.
