Student Invited to Joe Tsai Basketball Scholarship Selection Camp
We are thrilled to announce that among 171 talented applicants from 27 provincial-level regions across China, Homa Rachel (3A) was selected as one of 53 students invited to the Joe Tsai Basketball Scholarship Selection Camp in Hangzhou in December 2024.
Since its inception in 2019, this program has provided scholarships to 21 exceptional individuals, enabling them to study and play basketball at top US boarding schools. Many of these recipients have even advanced to compete for leading National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) teams, showcasing the program's impact on young athletes.
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.
Second Hong Kong Secondary School Geological Exploration Competition
Organized by HK Discovery and the Geological Society of Hong Kong, two student teams participated in the Second Hong Kong Secondary School Geological Exploration Competition (第二屆全港中學地質大搜查). Driven by a strong passion for geology and earth science, the teams engaged in a series of academic lectures, field trips, and quiz competitions to deepen their understanding of the subject.
JENESYS 2024
Our head girl, Man Cho Yan of Secondary Five, was selected as one of the delegates to represent Hong Kong from December 8 to 14, 2024, in the Japan-East Asia Network of Exchange for Students and Youths Programme (JENESYS). Initiated by the Japanese Government in 2007, JENESYS aims to promote mutual understanding in the East Asia region and deepen understanding of Japan. Participants visited high schools and science and history museums, and enjoyed a memorable night with homestay families in Japan. The delegation engaged in cultural performances, including dancing and singing in Putonghua and Japanese.
Building for Our Future - Grand Challenge
Four S3 students participated in the inter-school competition of Building for Our Future - Grand Challenge, organized by Tramplus, Hong Kong. This year’s theme was "Reimagining the HK Tramways Experience: Blending Traditions with Innovations to Captivate Tourists". These talented students took home the Best Presenter Award in recognition of their creativity and team effort.
S6 Poverty Simulation Workshop by ICE
The Citizenship and Social Development (CSD) Department invited Inter-Cultural Education (ICE) to conduct poverty simulation workshops for all S6 classes in November and December 2024. Throughout these sessions, students had the opportunity to reflect on pressing issues such as poverty, unfair trade practices, and social inequality within the context of economic globalization. They were able to connect and apply the knowledge acquired in the CSD curriculum to a “real-life” scenario in the simulation, supported by professional guidance, authentic props, and interactive activities. Students were highly engaged in the role-play, discussions, and sharing. The overall atmosphere was one of joy and enlightenment.
