Parent Academy Awards Ceremony & Multicultural Marvels Event

Parent Academy Awards Ceremony

To support non-Chinese speaking (NCS) ethnic minority (EM) parents in creating a joyful and effective learning environment at home, the C-for-Chinese@JC project held this year's Parent Academy Awards Ceremony on 22 June 2024. The event buzzed with excitement as 107 NCS EM families from various project schools attended with their children, celebrating their achievements and sharing the joy of their successes. It was a heart-warming occasion where everyone exchanged their experiences and highlights from the Parent Academy.

Additionally, on 27 April, we also organised the “Multicultural Marvels: Play, Discover, and Make Friends!” event, which was a fantastic opportunity to further promote cultural inclusion and enhance interactions between EM and Chinese families. Families from different ethnicities and backgrounds gathered to enjoy a series of multicultural-themed activities, savouring the joy of cultural exchange.

Welcoming Speech

Ms. Anna Fan, Deputy Executive Manager, Charities, The Hong Kong Jockey Club, representative of C-for-Chinese@JC project delivers welcoming speech

Presentation of Appreciation Certificates to Project Schools

With the strong support of 15 kindergartens and 11 primary schools, over 200 NCS EM families have benefited from the project.

Mr. Benson Ng, Director, Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Lady MacLehose Centre (4th left) presents appreciation certificates to the project schools

Ms. Karrie Chan, Deputy Director (Elderly, Rehabilitation & Community), Hong Kong Christian Service (3rd left) presents appreciation certificates to the project schools

Award Presentation of Parent Academy

In the 2023-2024 year, a total of 232 parents from the Parent Academy's kindergarten and primary school levels were recognised for their efforts and dedication in becoming excellent partners in their children's learning journey. Among them, 102 parents received the gold awards, 17 were awarded the silver awards, and 113 earned the bronze awards.

Ms. Anna Fan (5th right) presents award to the gold award winners of the Parent Academy’s primary school level

Ms. Elaine Wong, representative from the University of Hong Kong (1st right) presents award to the silver and bronze award winners of the Parent Academy’s primary school level

Ms. Amelia Yeung, Manager, Charities, The Hong Kong Jockey Club (5th left) presents award to the gold award winners of the Parent Academy’s kindergarten level

Dr. Tikky To-Chan, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Centre for Child and Family Science, The Education University of Hong Kong (3rd right & 4th right) presents award to the silver and bronze award winners of the Parent Academy’ s primary school level

Sharing from Parent Academy’s Participants

The Parent Academy not only offers various courses to assist NCS EM parents in supporting their children's kindergarten education, but also provides necessary information and social support to gradually enhance their parenting skills. At the award ceremony, four parents from the Philippines, India, Nepal, and Pakistan shared their experiences of living in Hong Kong as non-Chinese speakers and the benefits of participating in the Parent Academy, inspiring everyone to grow together.

Ms. Ivy Diane Fung, from the Philippines, brings encouragement and support to other parents through her sharing

Ms. Shanthi Velandy, from India, as a language teacher shares how she has further helped her children learn Chinese after participating in the Project

Ms. Subba Sunita, from Nepal, shares her insights on how to encourage children to learn Chinese

Mr. Farooq Riaz Siddiqui, from Pakistan, shares his experience and insights as a working father, discussing how he collaborates with his wife to address and overcome their children's difficulties in learning Chinese

Culturally Distinctive Performances

Students from the Parent Academy performed karate and sang Chinese songs, showcasing the results of their cultural learning and demonstrating the harmony and importance of a diverse society.

'K-for-Karate' - Children exhibit culturally enriched karate techniques, embodying unity and the significance of diversity through their synchronised performance

'Harmony for Joyful Families' - NCS children and their parents unite in a delightful sing-along of Cantonese melodies, showcasing the joy of cultural harmony and inclusion

Multicultural Marvels: Play, Discover, and Make Friends!

On the day of the event, families from different ethnicities and backgrounds gathered. They read Chinese storybooks about friendship, made small photo frames by hand, decorated cakes with South Asian Henna designs and Chinese calligraphy featuring the character "吉," and played cricket, a sport highly valued in South Asian regions. These activities not only facilitated interaction among families but also allowed participants to experience the beauty of multicultural inclusion.