Talk by Ms Li King Hei Lois
It was our pleasure to have invited alumna Ms Li King Hei Lois (李璟希) to share how she pursued her dream as a fashion designer. Not having a particularly smooth academic path as wanted, Lois finally followed her heart and went to the School of Fashion and Textiles at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Lois told students that everyone could be his / her own designer. We should face adversities and uncertainties with confidence and perseverance. What’s more, Seneca’s quotation of “we suffer more in imagination than in reality” has been empowering her to challenge and prove herself. In addition to being a designer, Lois has been engaged in several marathons and will further challenge herself by joining the Translantau Race in November 2024. Lois conclu
History and Geography Tour to Shenzhen
The History and Geography Departments co-organized a two-day-one-night tour for 37 S2 and S3 students, led by 4 teachers and 1 alumna, providing an enriching experience.
On the first day, students participated in workshops to create handmade crafts and accessories at New Splendid China. Additionally, they visited various miniature landmarks that showcased China’s diverse cultures and different ethnic groups. Engaging exhibits and performances offered opportunities for a deeper understanding of the rich heritage of our motherland.
STEM Tour to Shenzhen
On October 11, a group of 30 students from S1 to S4 and 3 teachers participated in a STEM study tour to Shenzhen. They visited Da Jiang Innovations (深圳大疆創新科技有限公司), where students learned about various generations of drone products and their development to meet different functional needs. Insights into the latest aviation advancements in China were also provided. Students interacted with a new drone launched in September 2024 and explored AI functions in image recognition for tracking. The day concluded with hands-on activities at a sports and VR Experience Centre, allowing students to engage with various VR technologies in exciting adventure games.
History Talk by Professor Ting Sun Pao Joseph
Professor Ting Sun Pao Joseph (丁新豹教授), one of the most distinguished experts in Chinese and Hong Kong history and the former Chief Curator of the Hong Kong Museum of History, has been the History and Heritage Education Consultant for Ying Wa since 2014. The History Department organized a talk and invited Professor Ting as the speaker for the afternoon assembly on October 10. Professor Ting examined the historical development of the Maritime Silk Road, focusing particularly on the interactions between Arabs from the Middle East and the Chinese across different dynasties. He also presented various images illustrating the development of different religions in China resulting from these interactions along the Maritime Silk Road.
SA, Inter-house and Appointed Post Inauguration Ceremony 2024
The inauguration ceremony of the 76th Student Association (SA), the 34th Inter-house Committee and all appointed posts, namely the Guidance Committee, Careers Committee, Civic Education Committee, Library, Student-access Centre, Stage and Technology Team, Alumnae Association, Campus TV Team, Learning Ambassadors, Green Warriors, Heritage Education Committee and Eco-amigos was held during the morning assembly on October 9, 2024. Student leaders took oaths to serve the school with faith, diligence and concerted efforts.
125th Anniversary of Ying Wa Girls’ School
United in Faith, A Future Unleashed (凝聚信念 迸發光芒)
As we eagerly anticipate our 125th anniversary in 2025, Ying Wa Girls' School is abuzz with excitement. This year, we celebrate with unbridled joy, free from the shadows of the pandemic that marked our previous milestone five years ago. We still revel in the cherished memories of last year’s Homecoming Day and the Grand Opening of the 1926 Heritage Block.
Art Exhibition 2024
The Visual Arts Departments of our school and Ying Wa College proudly presented an art exhibition themed “Velmi Pražský” from October 1-6, at the Diana Cheung Experimental Gallery, 3/F, Hong Kong Arts Centre. We were honoured to welcome distinguished guests at the opening ceremony, including Ms. Aneta Písaříková (representative from the Consulate of the Czech Republic in Hong Kong), Dr. Stella Tang Ying Chi (artist and curator), Ms. Shan Luk (art consultant), Mr. Kwan Hon Cheung Francis (Principal of Ying Wa Girls’ School), Mr. Dion Chen (Principal of Ying Wa College) and parents.
港深學校創科薈萃2024
由香港直接資助學校議會及香港補助學校議會主辦的「慶祝中華人民共和國成立75周年暨心繫家國之港深學校創科薈萃2024」（簡稱港深學校創科薈萃2024）於10月4日至6日在灣仔海濱花園盛大舉行。此活動得到教育局、民政及青年事務局及數字政策辦公室等政府部門的協辦及支持，吸引了近百所來自香港及深圳的中小學參加。
在此次盛會中，本校的STEM校隊派出隊員展示其獲獎的創科作品及STEAM教育成果，並藉此機會與其他港深學校進行交流與互動，共同推動創新科技的發展。
