Sharing by Ms Chan Yeuk Yu on Cantonese opera
The Citizenship and Social Development (CSD) Department was delighted to welcome Ms Chan Yeuk Yu 陳若妤 (S6 Graduate, 2020) to speak with our S5 students on Cantonese opera during the CSD lesson. Yeuk Yu introduced students to various intangible cultural heritage elements of Hong Kong, with an emphasis on the unique background of Cantonese opera. She explained Cantonese opera’s distinctive roles in honoring gods, providing entertainment, and educating the public on moral lessons. To make this traditional Chinese art more appealing to young people, Yeuk Yu highlighted the fun and “mysterious” aspects of Cantonese opera, such as actors’ and actresses’ personal wardrobes (衣箱), make‑up techniques, costumes, special hairstyles, and accessories.
Internal Debate Competition Finals
The Grand Finals of this year’s Internal Debate Competition concluded today successfully.
In the Junior Final, teams clashed over the motion, “This House Regrets the glorification of Beauty and the Beast by Disney.” Debaters skillfully tackled complex themes, including the impact of societal stereotypes and the underlying moral lessons of the classic tale. Ultimately, the Affirmative team, comprised of Chan Wing Sum Mia (3A), Po Yat Hei (3C), and Choi Wan Lam Kirsten Coney (3A), took home the championship title.
Food Waste Problems and Recycling
The topic on Food Waste Problems was presented by the Eco Amigos during the morning assembly on May 13, 2026. The sharing highlighted urgent environmental issues, including daily food waste worldwide, starvation, and landfill saturation. Students were encouraged to act as responsible global citizens by reducing waste at the source and developing recycling habits. To support this, the school’s Reshine Programme collects food waste, plastic bottles, and metal cans, with recycling boxes placed on each floor. In addition, the Redress Campaign, co‑organized by the English Department and the Eco Amigos, invited students to donate clothes, aimed at promoting sustainability and the common good.
Visit of Russian Educators to Ying Wa
On May 12 2026, a delegation of Russian educators visited Ying Wa Girls’ School for a half-day cultural and professional exchange with the School Management Team (SMT). The SMT introduced the school’s vision and challenges, followed by a campus tour that began at Silcocks Hall and concluded at the 1926 Heritage Block. Sofia Daures (4D), a native Russian speaker, warmly shared her school life experiences with the guests. Throughout the visit, educators from both sides engaged in fruitful discussions on digital education, professional training, and personalized learning, marking another milestone in Ying Wa’s commitment to global educational collaboration.
Sharing by Ms Gladys Mattras on cultural diversity
The Citizenship and Social Development (CSD) Department was delighted to once again welcome Ms Gladys Mattras (S4 Graduate, 2019) to speak with our S4 students on cultural diversity during the CSD lesson. Gladys led an engaging and thought‑provoking discussion on the importance of embracing and accepting one’s identity. She began by inviting students to share their perceptions of mixed‑race individuals, using her own experiences as a Eurasian growing up in France and Hong Kong to challenge stereotypes and clarify misconceptions. Drawing from her personal journey, Gladys spoke frankly about the struggles she faced in reconciling issues of identity and beauty, and how these shaped her search for self‑understanding. Today, she proudly celebrates b
Inter-school Table Tennis Competition 2025-26
On 10 May 2026, our table tennis team took part in the HKSSF Inter-School Table Tennis Competition (Division Two).
A total of five students represented our school: Mo Valerie (2E), Yu Xiaoxuan (1D), Zhang Ziyu (2C), Lam Kwan Nok (2D), and Cheung Hiu Si (1A).
The team competed in the C Grade event and finished as Third Runner-Up. Throughout the competition, the players showed self-confidence and team cohesion.
HKCCCC Inter-School Table Tennis Competition 2026
On 9 May 2026, our table tennis team took part in the HKCCCC Inter-School Table Tennis Competition.
A total of four students represented our school: Chu Lok Ying (5C), Leung Cheuk Yan (3D), Mo Valerie (2E) and Yu Xiaoxuan (1D).
Among them, Mo Valerie finished as Second Runner-Up in the Girls' Singles, while Leung Cheuk Yan and Chu Lok Ying also finished as Second Runner-Up in the Girls' Doubles.
Throughout the competition, the players showed perseverance and resilience in their matches, worked well as a team, and maintained sportsmanship towards their opponents.
S2 STEAM Project Presentation Day: Design and Build Your Own Study Pod
The S2 Cross-Curricular STEAM Project Presentation Day was held on May 8. This collaborative initiative was jointly organized by the English, Mathematics, Computer, Art, and STEAM Departments at the beginning of the academic year. It challenged S2 students to design and build their own Study Pods.
In the past 6 months, students have dedicated themselves to this project. By identifying challenges in the current 4th-floor self-study area, they integrated their interdisciplinary knowledge to develop solutions focusing on size, space, comfort, environment, and technology. The whole process allowed them to effectively demonstrate their creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
