Inauguration of S3 Prefects cum the Mid-year AGM of SA and Inter-house
The investiture ceremony for ten S3 prefects for the second term of 2024-2025 was held during the afternoon assembly on January 17. Ms Cheung, the teacher advisor of the Prefect Board, expressed gratitude to the outgoing S6 prefects and wished them success in their upcoming exams.
Hong Kong Scholarship for Excellence 2024
LAU Hok Yau (6D, 2023-24) is among the 85 outstanding students to receive the Hong Kong Scholarship for Excellence. The scholarship of up to $300,000 per annum will help embark Hok Yau’s academic journey of studying Medicine at the University of Aberdeen.
The scholarship is awarded to local students with outstanding academic achievement to pursue studies at world-renowned universities outside Hong Kong. It aims at nurturing young talents with a global vision, international network and world-class education, thereby enhancing Hong Kong’s competitiveness in a globalized knowledge economy.
Exchange with AHSPU (Sister School Scheme)
Our Beijing Sister School, Affiliated High School of Peking University (AHSPU, 北京大學附屬中學) recently visited Hong Kong, and we had the pleasure of hosting them along with Ying Wa College in January. During the two-day exchange programme, our students participated in the Disney Youth Program – Global Perspectives: An Adventure in our Society, with the Beijing students on January 16. They learned how to embrace different cultures and shared their views on globalization with our Beijing guests in a joyful and relaxing environment at Disneyland. On January 17, our students guided their Beijing counterparts around our campus, showcasing various locations and providing insight into the rich heritage of Ying Wa.
廣州佛山歷史文化考察團
本校中國歷史科於1月11日至12日安排二十八位中四及中五學生參加廣州佛山歷史文化考察團。考察團行程囊括沙灣古鎮、佛山祖廟、南風古灶等。學生除了暢遊名勝古蹟外，還透過觀看醒獅表演、參與剪紙體驗等，親身體驗嶺南文化，豐富他們的學習經歷，提升他們對國家歷史文化的認識，厚植家國情懷。
In remembrance of Ms Winnie Ping-Wai Yau
It is with deep sadness that we remember Ms Winnie Ping-Wai Yau, who peacefully passed away on December 27, 2024. Born on April 26, 1941, Ms Yau entered Ying Wa Girls’ School in September 1953 and graduated in 1961. After two years of teacher training at Northcote Training College, she began her teaching career at Ying Wa, where she dedicated herself to education until her early retirement in 1996. Following her retirement, she emigrated to Canada, where she continued to embrace life fully.
Cyber Crime Prevention Talk by Hong Kong Police Force
We are pleased to have invited the Community Relations Officers from the Central District Police to deliver a talk on December 18, 2024. The main speaker, Sergeant Lee Kin Hang, conducted an informative session focused on cybercrime prevention, highlighting cybersecurity as one of the important elements of national security to be introduced to students. The talk covered common scams that often arise during the festive period, including online shopping traps and phishing scams on various platforms. The officers also introduced various anti-fraud tools and applications, empowering students to share this knowledge with their friends and family to help prevent victimisation.
CSD Poster Design on Values Education
To enhance students’ awareness of the 12 priority values and attitudes, all S4 students worked in groups to create posters during their Citizenship and Social Development (CSD) lessons. Each group focused on different values, including benevolence, commitment, diligence, empathy, filial piety, integrity, law-abidingness, national identity, perseverance, respect for others, responsibility, and unity. Their creativity, IT skills, and artistic talents were evident in the beautifully designed posters. These posters were displayed in their classrooms for approximately two weeks, allowing students to share and reinforce the values that they had learned.
THS Visit to Hotel ICON
On December 17, 2024, ten S4 and S5 Tourism and Hospitality Studies (THS) students visited Hotel ICON. The visit provided insights into the current trends in the hospitality industry, focusing on sustainability, technology, and health-conscious practices. This enriching experience undoubtedly broadened the students’ perspectives and fostered their understanding of university-business collaboration.
