NET Scheme News 2023 Summer issue 44

Promoting Language and Creativity Into the school’s English language curriculum, we integrated various activities that promoted language skills while fostering positivity. Proverb worksheets provided students with opportunities to reflect on meaningful sayings related to positive values and apply them in real-life situations. Through these worksheets, students developed critical thinking skills and learnt to make wise choices guided by positive values. Additionally, the Positivity Challenge encouraged students to set personal, class, or school-based goals for leading a positive life. This initiative allowed students to turn positive thoughts into action and reflect on their experiences, which promote self-awareness and personal growth. By setting and achieving these goals, students not only cultivated a positive mindset but also developed valuable life skills such as planning, perseverance, and self-motivation. Celebrating Literature and Performance The English language curriculum was further enriched through activities that celebrated literature and performance. The Song Dedication Activity which provided students with a platform to express gratitude and appreciation by dedicating songs to their classmates and teachers, also enhancing students’ communication skills and musical appreciation. The S3 Talent Show and Lyrics Remake Activity allowed students to showcase their talents while infusing positivity into their performances. Students took centre stage, sharing their unique abilities and creative interpretations of popular songs with positive messages. Celebrating Festivities with Positivity We ensured that our celebrations of festive occasions were imbued with positivity. During events such as the Mid-Autumn Festival Fun Day, Christmas Fun Day, Chinese New Year Fun Day, and Easter Fun Day, students immersed themselves in the joyous festivities while embracing the positive values associated with each occasion. Throughout the year, our efforts in cultivating positivity have yielded remarkable results. Our diverse activities and initiatives have nurtured a positive and engaging learning environment, promoted character development, and enhanced language skills. Students have become more self-aware, empathetic, and resilient, equipped with the tools to navigate challenges and embrace opportunities. As we reflect on the past year, we are proud of the impact our initiatives have had on our students’ well- being and personal growth. We remain committed to fostering positivity, continuously seeking innovative ways to inspire and empower our students. By infusing positivity into our teaching practices, we are shaping a generation of confident, compassionate, and resilient individuals ready to face the future with optimism and resilience. Sharon Lo Kit Lin, English Panel Chair, and Warren Kung Yuk Lun, English Teacher, SKH Tsoi Kung Po Secondary School 13 NET Scheme News Issue 44