Tokyo, Japan

Representatives from the 3 schools traveled from Tokyo to Tsukuba （28/3）to participate in the TSUKUBA SCIENCE EDGE 2024, introducing their scientific research with posters and demonstrations. Students also exchange with local students. Students also participated in the international cultural exchange meeting at night.

Baishan City, Jilin Province, China

Tang Kai Lok Jophy, from Class 3A participated in the week-long final round of the 2023 World Robot Contest held in Baishan City, Jilin Province, China, and participated in the ” 6th FTF Teenage UAV Competition” in the “Obstacle Speed Race” event. The competition focused on drone racing, where students needed to wear FPV goggles and control the drone from a first-person perspective using a remote control. They maneuvered the drone through all the obstacles on the track. The race consisted of three laps, and the one with the fastest overall lap time emerged as the winner.
Jophy performed well in the competition, completing the race in three minutes. Unfortunately, they were defeated by opponents from other regions. However, Jophy still managed to achieve a commendable result among dozens of participants, which is quite rare. We look forward to the Jophy ‘s continued dedication and passion in the field of drone racing, maintaining a mindset of pursuing breakthroughs, practicing diligently, challenging themselves, and expecting he can achieve excellent results for our school and Hong Kong in the next competition.

Guangzhou, China

Four students from our school, Shum Yik Hin from 1D, Ko Chun Yin from 3B, Leung Ho Wah from 1C, and Liu Kin Hei from 2D, participated in the “4th Zengcheng-Hong Kong-Macau Sister School Science and Technology Exploration Camp and Greater Bay Area Practical Activities” organized by our sister school, Zengcheng No.1 Middle School in Guangzhou. The students engaged in model aircraft construction courses and experienced STEAM activities related to drones.

During this program, the students learned about the relevant physics knowledge of drone flight, as well as the assembly of model aircraft and the operation of drone projects. The activities enhanced their hands-on skills, investigative abilities, and facilitated exchanges between students from sister schools in the two regions.

Liu Kin Hei , a student from Class 2D at our school, performed exceptionally well in the drone competition and was honored with the title of “Excellent Student”. Liu shared his reflection on the activities, highlighting the technical challenges he encountered during the drone construction process. However, with the team’s perseverance and continuous testing and adjustment of his drone, he strived to do his best and ultimately achieved excellent results in the drone flight competition. The students are grateful to the school for providing them with opportunities to develop their drone skills and look forward to continuous improvement in the future.

Taipei

The “STEAM-Maker Faire Taipei Deep Learning Tour” was organized by our school from November 17th through November 20th. Through creativity and innovation, this tour provided rich learning experiences for secondary school students in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM).

At Maker Faire, student teams presented creative tech works including AI IoT applications, generative AI images, and STEAM projects designed to solve everyday problems. Students presented their creative pieces and ideas to a variety of makers experts and tech scholars at the event. Meanwhile, participating students were able to visit a variety of innovative technology exhibitions, including exhibitions on 3D printing, robotics, artificial intelligence electronics circuits, and art. Additionally, students had the opportunity to take part in various hands-on workshops in which they built their own model boats and competed against each other.

Additionally, students visited a variety of STEAM learning sites in Taipei. The group visited Taipei 101 and took the high-speed elevator to the observatory. In addition, students have the opportunity to visit the wind damping system of Taipei 101 as well as enjoy the magnificent views of the cityscape.

The students also visited the Taiwan Science Education Center. It was a place full of learning opportunities and opportunities for interaction. As part of their exploration of natural science and technology, students participated in a variety of experiments and demonstrations. Science innovation, semiconductor inventions, and life sciences exhibits arouse their curiosity and interest in science. Furthermore, the students were able to experience body balance unicycles in order to deepen their understanding of science.

Finally, students visited Daan Forest Park to enjoy Taipei’s green design and to appreciate nature’s beauty. The group walked along the shady trails, enjoying the sounds of birdsong and the fragrance of flowers. Furthermore, students conducted ecological observations of squirrels in the park in order to gain a better understanding of their living characteristics. Getting close to nature and recognizing the importance of environmental protection and ecological balance was a great opportunity.

The purpose of this activity was not only to facilitate student learning and communication, but also to enhance their creativity and problem-solving skills. By experiencing different cultures and environments, it enriched their knowledge and broadened their horizons. As they develop hands-on experiences and interact with others, they will apply what they have learned to real life and share with other students, as well as contribute to future development by exploring the innovative world.

Student Sharing : 1E Kingsley Ng

In the Taiwan Steam Maker Faire trip, we were to observe, analyze, and learn about the components of STEAM using many different exhibitions and projects at the Maker Faire event, and I’d like to share my thoughts on the trip overall and what I learned during this trip.

There were many different projects made by different people with their own unique minds, which really intrigued me, as there were many interesting ideas and thoughts put into the projects other people had tried their best to make, and I think using steam to make their unique ideas come to life in an attempt to change people’s lives is really admirable, and I found it very special to be able to go up and down to see these contraptions with their own special meaning and use. If it weren’t for this trip, I don’t think I could have realized these things, and I am glad I could have had the chance to do so.

During this trip, I have been able to see many projects that have made me experience different thoughts and ideas that have really tested my knowledge on STEAM, such as a paper dice puzzle that I have spent 2 days cracking in an attempt to crack this simple but challenging puzzle, which taught me to think in a more out-of-the-box way, which has expanded my thought process and improved my attention span, or maybe a unique picture with a slight optical illusion that made me take a look closer to really see what was going on in the picture, and even a motion tracking device that could track a human’s actions with a code made to start a counter every time a person has done a squat. With exhibits like these, I really took my time thinking about what these projects had taught me, however slight it may be.

This trip has really taught me many things that I’m still thinking about in an attempt to gain more knowledge in this expansive world where you could do anything as long as you put your mind to it and work hard to achieve things that could possibly change the world. I am glad I have gone on this trip and thankful to the people who have given me the chance to gain more knowledge. I hope to learn more about STEAM overall!

Netherlands

A group of four students along with a teacher from our school departed from Hong Kong on October 2nd for the Netherlands to participate in the International Educational Games Competition held by the European Conference on Games Based Learning (ECGBL). They embarked on a journey to explore various places in the Netherlands, engage in sightseeing and cultural exchanges. After nine fruitful days, they safely returned to Hong Kong on October 10th.

Our students, Deng Cheuk Man, Hou Man Wai, Hui Wan To from class 5A, and Lam Ho Yin from class 5B, emerged as champions in the student category of the ECGBL International Educational Games Competition with their self-designed board game. Their remarkable achievement was met with applause from the judges, and they also received valuable advice from fellow participants, academics, and judges.

During the remainder of their trip, the students ventured to different locations in the Netherlands to broaden their horizons. They enjoyed a campus tour at Amsterdam University College, explored local libraries, bookstores, and board game shops, experienced the unique cycling culture of the Netherlands, visited the historic “Anne Frank House” where the author of “The Diary of a Young Girl” hid from the German army, applied scientific principles they had learned in the classroom at the NEMO Science Museum, and had the privilege of visiting the renowned Van Gogh Museum.

The trip to the Netherlands not only bolstered the students’ self-confidence but also expanded their horizons. It was truly an unforgettable experience for them, going beyond what they had learned from books.

Seoul, South Korea

Organized by the Jockey Club Multiple Pathways Initiative “The CLAP-TECH Pathway” and Hong Kong Baptist University, the S5 CLAPTECH Korea Study Tour was held from 18th to 21st July.

During the four-day itinerary, the students visited various cultural and artistic attractions in South Korea, such as the Korean Culture Experience Center, Seoul Museum of Art, and Bukchon Hanok Village, to learn about Korean culture and artistic development. In addition, they also visited the KBS Promotion Hall, Newspaper Museum, and other multimedia and text-related industries to broaden their horizons. During the trip, the students were also arranged to visit the world-renowned women’s university, Ewha Womans University, to experience the strong learning atmosphere.

Zhuhai, China

Every year, the school arranges different study tours for its students. This summer, the students went to Zhuhai for a leadership training exchange, during which they not only visited places like the Space Center and aircraft factories, but also had the opportunity to interact with students from the secondary school, deepening mutual understanding.

Through the exchange, students not only developed their leadership skills, but also broadened their horizons so that they can “Be Erudite! Be Authentic! Be Excellent! “.

Okinawa, Japan

Man Kwan Pak Kau College’s Okinawa 5-day exchange program has successfully been completed on 2nd July. 

On the first day of arrival, the students visited the Okinawa Peace Memorial Park to learn about the local history. This not only enriched their knowledge but also cultivated their international perspectives and cultural respect.

In this seaside city, the students also had their first experience planting coral seedlings and interacting with marine life, broadening their horizons and understanding the importance of ecological conservation. Additionally, all students and teachers wore traditional Okinawan costumes and performed together in a taiko drum performance, immersing themselves in the traditional Ryukyuan culture. 

During the five-day journey, the students had the opportunity to taste various unique Japanese cuisines and visit many different places. This exchange program not only allowed the students to learn new knowledge but also enhanced their cross-cultural communication skills and self-learning abilities.

Osaka, Japan

Organized by the Jockey Club Multiple Pathways Initiative “The CLAP-TECH Pathway” and Hong Kong Baptist University, the S5 CLAPTECH Osaka Study Tour was held from 27th to 30th June .

During the four-day itinerary, students visited the NHK Osaka to learn about the operations of Japan’s second largest television network. They also visited the Osaka Science Museum and The National Museum of Art, Osaka, where they learned about how multimedia can aid audience understanding. In addition, they visited Kyoto University, one of the world’s top 30 universities known as the cradle of Japanese scientists, which has produced 19 Nobel laureates.

They also visited the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living and Expo’70 Commemorative Park to learn about Osaka’s culture and history.

In between, they experienced the pulse of Osaka’s city life at the Kuromon Ichiba Market, Shinsaibashi, and Tennoji Park. At Tennoji Park, they also had the opportunity to witness one of Osaka’s three major summer festivals, the “Aizen Festival,” and experience the fusion of Japan’s past and present cultures up close.

Kyoto and Osaka, Japan

The students completed the “Kyoto and Osaka Deep Learning Culture Study Tour” on 1st July.

During the five-day journey, the students visited famous landmarks in Osaka and Kyoto such as Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori, Kuromon Ichiba Market, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, Tsutenkaku Tower, and learned about the history of Osaka and its surroundings from places like the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, Kitano Ijinkan, and Expo ’70 Commemorative Park. The itinerary also included visits to Kawasaki World and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, providing an opportunity for the students to learn about the development of modern technology and infrastructure in Japan.

Additionally, they had the opportunity to experience traditional Japanese culture by making wagashi (Japanese sweets), trying on yukata (casual summer kimono), strolling down Hanami-koji, visiting Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and enjoying a chicken sumo hot pot.

This cultural study tour provided the students with an opportunity to deeply explore Japanese culture, and we hope that they were inspired to continue learning and exploring.