Scholarship for Prospective English Teachers (2022/23)
Tse J Celeste and Yeung Wing Yi, both graduates of class 2022, received the Scholarship for Prospective English Teachers (2022/23) offered by the HKSAR for their outstanding academic achievements and commitment to becoming English teachers upon graduation. They are currently pursuing a degree in English/English Education in local universities. Recipients of the scholarship will receive an amount of HKD 50,000 for 5 years.
S5 University Interview Talk and S5 Mock DSE Day 2023
A talk was held on April 28 to help S5 students prepare for university admissions. A guest speaker from Hok Yau Club provided information on the DOs and DON’Ts for university interviews. On May 5, The Hong Kong Welfare Family Society hosted a Mock Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE) Day where alumnae and S5 class teachers helped as interviewers. The S5 students were divided into groups based on their programme preferences and practiced their skills in giving self-introductions and group discussions. These fruitful career-related programmes organized by the Careers Committee are greatly appreciated.
Current Affairs and Basic Law Quiz (Junior Forms)
The Civic Education Committee held the Current Affairs and Basic Law Quiz for junior forms recently. The quiz was conducted in a test format and focused on the Basic Law and National Security Law. Individual and class prizes were awarded to winners, including 2E as the champion class, 3E as the first runner-up, and 3B as the second runner-up. We commend all participants for their hard work and dedication and thank the Civic Education Committee for providing this opportunity to enhance students' civic awareness.
Champion in the CCC Volleyball Cup 2022-2023
YW Volleyball Team won the championship in the CCC Inter-school (Secondary) Volleyball Cup 2022-2023 (中華基督教會香港區會中學校際排球錦標賽2022-2023), with a total of 18 schools participating in the competition. Our team demonstrated exceptional performance and achieved the highest honour as champion in the female section. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our Volleyball Team members, as well as the guidance and support provided by their trainers and teachers. We wish them continued success in their future competitions.
Ying Wa Good Show (April 2023)
The Ying Wa Good Show held at the Heritage Garden on April 28 was a success, showcasing the talents of students. The event featured various performances, including Chinese and jazz dances, as well as a piano trio playing a theme song from the animated film "Howl's Moving Castle <<哈爾的移動城堡>>" . The highlight of the show was the Chinese dance "Tian Yu (天浴)", which won top awards at both the Dance World Cup Asian Cup and the 59th School Dance Festival. The event would not be successfully held without the support of various parties, including teachers, the Self-access Centre, the Audio Visual Committee, the Photography Team, the Aerial and Photography Team and the Campus TV Team.
Visit to the HK Palace Museum (S2)
On April 28, S2 students and their class teachers visited the Hong Kong Palace Museum, organized by the History and Chinese History Departments. 13 S4 students were trained by the two departments to be cultural ambassadors, introducing different exhibition halls and exhibits to their younger peers. These ambassadors also conducted independent research before the visit. This event provided an opportunity for students to learn about Chinese history and culture through firsthand experience.
Awards of Inter-School Badminton Competition 2022-2023
The Badminton Team of YW won several awards in the Inter-school Badminton Competition (Hong Kong Island - Division Two). The Grade B team achieved the Champion title, and the Grade A and C teams secured the fourth place. The trainers, teachers, and team members worked hard and showed dedication, which led to their success. We encourage them to continue striving for excellence in both academics and sports and wish them continued success in future competitions.
Mosaic Mural in YW
The beautiful mosaic mural titled "The Ten Virgins", located outside the Art Room at the top of the Steps of Faith in YW, was created by the talented local artist Ms. Helene Wong. Its intricate details serve as a poignant reminder for us to always be prepared to meet Christ and keep our lamps filled with oil to shine brightly as lights in the world.
We express our gratitude to Mr. Yu Chu Lam and another generous donor who prefers to be called "a gracious benefactor". Their contributions have made this artistic project possible, and we are truly thankful for their support.
