| Language Policy |
We have a vision of "Trilingualism & Quadrilingualism". We aim at maximizing our students' opportunities in learning English and Putonghua both inside and outside school. For English Language, a variety of English learning activities such as English Debate Team, English is Fun Day and cross-subjects English learning are organized to reinforce the use of English in students’ daily lives. For Putonghua, there are Putonghua interest group and game booths as well as inter-class and inter-school competitions. The school also trains students for the Hong Kong Schools Speech Festival and many other open events. Spanish is offered to all S.1 to S.3 students, which aims to maximize students' exposure to a multi-lingual environment. Our school offers Spanish as an elective subject in S.4 and S.5. |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies |
Rosaryhill Secondary School offers a broad and balanced curriculum, which meets the entrance requirement of universities and caters for the interests and needs of students. To enhance the language competency of our students, Mathematics and Science are taught in English. In recent years, the overall English Language subject results of our students in HKDSE (level 2 or above and level 4 or above) are higher than that of the territory. Individual core subject in the senior form is offered with both Chinese and English as the MOI. After-school enhancement lessons are arranged to prepare students for the public examination. Chinese as a Second Language is offered to Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) students. In Senior-level, NCS students can choose to take HKDSE Chinese Language or to obtain Alternative Qualification(s) in Chinese Language (ACL) in Applied Learning Chinese and related public examinations. Students' moral qualities are greatly enhanced through our Spiritual Education. Students are given many opportunities to excel themselves. Our students’ achievements include:-Champion in Ocean Park’s STEAM Student Competition (2021) -Best Academic Article Award in the 1st CAFEA Young Talent Smart City Forum (2021) -Six first prizes, three second prizes and five third prizes in the 74th English Speech Festival (2022) -One first prize and 1 second prize in the 73rd Chinese Speech Festival (2021) -One gold award and two bronze awards in Thailand International Mathematical Olympiad Final (2021-2022) - -Champion in “Green Burial” Promotional Video Competition (2021) -First prize (in both Local category and International category) in International and Local Student Mail Art Competition 2021 -Hong Kong Outstanding Students Award (2021) |
| School-based curriculum |
1. Electives: 2X and 3X. Mathematics (Extended Part Module 1 & 2), Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, History, Business, Accounting and Financial Studies, Information and Communication Technology, Ethics and Religious Studies, Economics, Chinese History, Health Management and Social Care, Visual Arts, Physical Education, Spanish Language and Applied Learning (Vocational English).<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: Chinese Language and Chinese Language as a Second Language (for NCS students) are offered to cater for students' diversity in language proficiency. A complete and all rounded programme for Other Learning Experience is offered to students in the senior level. Our school also offers Spanish and Applied Learning (Vocational English) as elective subjects in S.4 and S.5. |
| Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity |
A team of experienced teachers is responsible for Inclusive Education, allowing students to realize differences among people and learn to care for others. Students are allocated to the group that best meets their abilities during Chinese, English and Mathematics lessons. There are different after-school enhancement lessons for various groups of students, like Chinese and Mathematics lessons for Non-Chinese speaking students and English lessons for newly arrived children. |
| Approach to Integrated Education |
Our School has established Student Support Team to support students with special education needs. We encourage teachers to take related courses to enhance their capacities in catering for SENs. Our school uses ‘Learning Support Grant’ and ‘Grant for Supporting Non-Chinese Speaking Students with Special Educational Needs’ flexibly by hiring a counsellor and teaching assistants to cater for students with SEN. In collaboration with the professionals, such as speech therapist, school-based educational psychologist and school social workers, learning and training programmes for students with special needs are carried out to facilitate students’ development. We invite parents to participate in the meetings with teachers and the professionals to set up and review Individualized Education Program for students. |
| Education Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Students |
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| Home-School Co-operation |
The school communicates with parents through various channels, such as homepage, eClass, newsletters, school notices and school annual. PTA scholarship awards students who strive for excellence while PTA fund supports the installation of learning facilities and activities. There are programmes in parents' education which enhance parenting skills. |
| School Ethos |
We believe our students are invaluable, capable and responsible. Education through collaborative learning can develop their potential. The learning process and outcome are equally important. Each class has two class teachers. In addition, the "Teacher Student Interaction Time" enhances the harmonious and caring atmosphere in the school. Collaboration between Counselling and Discipline Teams aims to help with the holistic development of students. |
| School Development Plan |
The 2 Major Concerns (MC) of the school years 2023-2024:<br>1. To foster a Happy and Healthy School Life <br>2. To foster our students to be self-directed leaners through promoting 21st century education <br> |
| Teacher Professional Training and Development |
Teachers structure their own professional development plan at the beginning of each academic year. In addition to professional sharing done by individual departments and KLAs, Professional Development Team facilitates in-school professional exchange and teachers’ reflections at different levels, namely (a) individual teacher level; (b) Panel Head level; and (c) inter-KLA and Departmental level. Teachers also build shared knowledge, skills and attitude on the latest educational development by learning together on Teacher Development Days. Teaching effectiveness has been enhanced through the promotion of in-school professional sharing. |
| Life-wide Learning |
Our school provides over thirty activities / clubs catering for various interests such as:<br>1. Academic Societies: Chinese, English, Mathematics, STEM, BAFS, Science<br>2. Cultural Activities / Clubs: Choir, Dance, Drama, Lion Dance, Stage Management Club, Art Club, Orchestra, Campus TV<br>3. Sports activities: Ball Games School Teams, Athletics, Yoga, Rugby<br>4. Service Groups: JPC, JPC Leader Corps, HKAYP, Social Service Group<br>5. Religious: New Youth Society, Altar Service Team |
