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STEAM – Taiwan Maker Faire Technology Learning Exchange Tour

Our students embarked on a five-day STEAM – Taiwan Maker Faire Technology Learning Exchange Tour to Taipei on November 29. This exchange tour not only provided students with an opportunity to showcase their achievements but also allowed them to gain deeper insights into Taiwan’s innovative technology development and cultural heritage.

The students participated in the Taiwan Maker Faire, where they presented their projects to participants from around the world and exchanged creative insights with other exhibitors. Through their exposure to various innovative technology applications at the exhibition, students broadened their horizons and gained valuable presentation experience.

The itinerary also included visits to several famous Taiwanese landmarks, including Da’ an Forest Park, which holds significant ecological educational value, where students learned about urban ecosystem conservation. They also visited the culturally rich Jiufen Old Street and Shifen Station, where they experienced traditional culture through sky lantern releasing and gained a deeper understanding of local historical development. The students also visited the National Taiwan Science Education Center to explore various scientific knowledge

Through this Taiwan tour, students not only showcased their creative achievements but also personally experienced Taiwan’s technological development and cultural characteristics, broadening their international perspective and gaining valuable insights.












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Maker Faire Shenzhen 2024

Our school’s teachers and students participated in the Greater Bay Area International Maker Summit and Maker Faire Shenzhen exhibition held in Shenzhen from November 16 to 17, 2024. The summit, themed “Everything Can Be AI”, brought together over 120 exhibitors from around the world and attracted schools and organizations from across the Greater Bay Area to showcase their innovative achievements.

During the exhibition, our students presented their AI and STEAM projects, including AI-powered safety monitoring devices, generative AI works promoting Hong Kong’s tourism and intangible cultural heritage, and more. Students engaged in in-depth interactions with visitors, gaining valuable feedback and suggestions. Many junior students benefited greatly from the experience, enhancing their confidence and learning from the exchange.

In addition to showcasing their projects, students participated in various AI workshops during the event, furthering their understanding of how artificial intelligence is shaping societal development. They also gained insights into the innovative applications of AI and technology in various fields within China.

Reflecting on the experience, students expressed that participating in this exhibition was truly a rare and valuable opportunity. For many, it was their first time exhibiting outside Hong Kong. The event allowed them to step out of the classroom, apply their knowledge, and experience technological innovation first-hand. It also fostered their creative spirit, helping them improve the quality of their work and inspiring continuous innovation for the future.