| Language Policy |
Our school aims at developing students to be biliterate and trilingual. The medium of instruction of different subjects is chosen according to the students’ ability. English is employed as the medium of instruction for Mathematics and Science in some classes of junior forms. In order to cater for learner diversity, students are streamed into different English groups. For the SS elective subjects, students can opt for learning electives in English according to their interest and ability. Besides the above measures, our school has been trying to enrich the English learning environment and raise the students’ standard of English so as to enhance their opportunities in further studies and job seeking. |
| Learning and Teaching Strategies |
We believe that every student is willing to learn and is capable of learning so that they can strive for excellence. Our school has put great emphasis on blended learning and teaching strategies and curriculum adaptation. Curriculum adaptation is implemented in Chinese Language, English Language and Mathematics in the junior forms so as to build up the foundation in Language and Mathematics in preparation for the NSS. Every effort is made to cultivate a rich English learning atmosphere in our school as all English teachers use English as a medium of communication both inside and outside the classroom. In addition, various student presentations during the morning assemblies on English Friday enable students to interact with teachers and schoolmates in English on a regular basis. Other English enhancement measures include ‘English Enhancement Workshop’, ‘English Pump Up Station’ and ‘Endeavour Programme Workshop’. Last but not least, we put emphasis on learning English through language arts in that a good number of students are trained for the annual Hong Kong Schools Speech Festival to cultivate students’ interest in English. Through developing e-learning online classroom, and School-based knowledge management system, students can further develop their creativity and enhance their interest in learning science and technology. |
| School-based curriculum |
1. Electives: 3X. 15 Electives, 4 Applied Learning Subjects and 1 Language Subjects of Category C.<br> 2. Curriculum highlights: Extended English Learning Curriculum, Life Education, Junior School-based STEM Programme, Citizenship, Economics and Society in Junior Forms, Project Learning in Junior Forms and Religious Studies. |
| Approach to Catering for Learner Diversity |
Students are streamed into different classes according to their abilities. Learning materials and activities are tailor-made to cater for learner diversity and develop the students' potential to the fullest. There are enhancement and consolidation courses provided to address individuals' needs. The adaptation of the curriculum, the design of activities and examination paper, and the arrangement of extended learning activities are implemented to cater for students' need. |
| Approach to Integrated Education |
Our school first established the Students Support Team (SST) in 2009, aiming to plan, implement and evaluate the school-based policies and measures supporting students with special educational needs (SEN) as well as devising supportive plans and complementary measures for individual students in order to cater for their specific needs. Jesus said, “I am the good shepherd, I know my own.” We serve our students with understanding, acceptance and care in the footsteps of Jesus. Academically, we provide suitable programmes, in-class support and special exam arrangements in order to assist and encourage students to overcome different obstacles. Besides, students are encouraged to participate in various activities, and develop their potential to the fullest. Home-school cooperation is the key to promote their healthy growth. Therefore, parents are actively engaged and informed concerning the progress of their children. With the ever changing needs of different students with SEN characteristics, SST team will continuously communicate with all the teachers the latest progress updates of the students and the respective follow-up measures addressing their needs, in order to enhance the effectiveness of counselling service and pastoral care. The school also regularly exploits different resources and provides both parents and teachers with specific training. |
| Education Support for Non-Chinese Speaking (NCS) Students |
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| Home-School Co-operation |
The Parent Teacher Association has been well-established in our school since 1986. Committee members of PTA are engaged in various school activities. Every year, the PTA organizes annual general meetings, annual dinners, parenting talks and pay-tribute-to-teachers activities. To encourage students with outstanding achievement and service, the PTA has set up different scholarships and awards for eligible students. Committee members of the PTA are involved in the election of the Parent School Manager who, in compliance with the constitution of the IMC, is involved in the school management decision making process. |
| School Ethos |
Good school ethos is of prime importance to our school. We create a learning environment with respect, trust and care for our students. We offer the power of decision-making to our students, so as to instill in them the concept of self-discipline, self-confidence, autonomy and independence. 'Student Ambassadors Programme' and 'Leaders Training Programme' are set up to nurture students to be leaders of the future. The Alumni Association has also set up scholarships to encourage students with outstanding academic performance. The Whole-school approach 'Newmanians Award Scheme' has been implemented to highlight and deepen the Catholic Core Values, which aims to nurture our students with a balanced development in spirituality, morality, intelligence, physique, social skills and aesthetics cultivation. |
| School Development Plan |
1. Our School shall refine the school-based curriculum, use blended learning strategies effectively, and enhance the effectiveness of learning and teaching<br>2. Our School shall adhere to the core values in Catholic education with a view to refining moral education, nurturing students’ positive values so as to strengthen their spiritual well-being. |
| Teacher Professional Training and Development |
1. Teachers take part in lesson observation and lesson co-planning, post-lesson observation sharing, peer lesson observation and learning and teaching professional exchange and they are actively involved in curriculum development, e.g. collaboration with EDB and tertiary institutions.<br>2. The students’ opinions are collected through questionnaires in order to enhance effectiveness in teaching.<br>3. The school encourages teachers' professional development, organises school-based teacher professional training, aligns with Continuing Professional Development of Teachers of the EDB, encourages and subsidises teachers to study and exchange both inside and outside of Hong Kong. |
| Life-wide Learning |
Seven school teams and around 30 extra-curricular activities of various types including academic, religion, sports, interest and service domains are available to students. Throughout the school year, there are English Week, Chinese week, Mathematics Week, Science Week and National Education Week to enrich students’ learning environment. Other Learning Experience activities (OLE) like English immersion tours to New Zealand, Vietnam pilgrimage, “One Belt and One Road” Kazakhstan study tour, leadership training camps, Student Ambassador Scheme, disciplinary training camp (S.1), Potential Development training camp (S.2), Adventure-Ship (S.3), Cross-boundary learning program (S.4) and Mixed forms study tours in Mainland China are organized. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in social services and various inter-school competitions, so as to cultivate in them compassion for society and develop their potential to the fullest. In the 9th World Mathematics Team Championship (Youth Group), our school got the first runner-up. In the Hong Kong International Mathematical Olympiad Heat Round 2019, our school got the second runner-up. Our school also had outstanding achievement in the 70th Hong Kong Schools Speech Festival (English & Chinese Solo-verse speaking and Public speaking), winning three Championships, four first runner-ups, five second runner-ups and sixty-five merit awards. |
