Chong Gene Hang College: Wikis

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Chong Gene Hang College (CGHC, 天主教喇沙會張振興伉儷書院) is a subsidized grammar school established in 1971. It is Lasallian schools in Chai Wan of Hong Kong; like other La Salle College, St. Joseph's College it was founded and conducted by De La Salle Brothers.

The school was named after an American Chinese philanthropic couple, Mr. Chong Gene Hang and his wife.

Founder

Chong Gene Hang was born in Kwangtung Province. Some forty years ago, he joined his brother in America in the laundry business. Later he set up his own laundry business in Boston where he worked extremely hard, lived simply and saved every dollar. He returned to Hong Kong in 1968, and a year later his wife die. Her last wish, approved and supported by her husband, was that their life's savings should be devoted to education - to the erection of a school, if possible, where children would be given an education which he himself had not been privileged to receive.

He contacted Albert C. C. Lam, City District Officer, Mongkok, who referred the matter to the Education Department. W. McGregor, Assistant Director of Education, proposed St. Joseph's College, as the Christian Brothers were then planning the building of a school in a poor area that was very much what he and his wife had in mind and because work on the site was due to begin. After hearing Chong's story and after assuring ourselves through our lawyers that Chong was amply provided for and that his daughter and son-in-law agreed with his wishes, it was decided to draw up an agreement which stated that Chong Gene Hang would contribute the sum of $500,000 towards the erection of a secondary school in Chaiwan, to be named Chong Gene Hang College.

Aim

To follow the Catholic doctrines, to serve people, to find out the truth, to attain knowledge and to observe self-discipline.

School Motto

Labore et Virtute (Labore and Virtue)

School Characteristics

Besides rigorous and academic achievement, we try to promote students' self-discipline, a positive attitude and civic awareness.

Structure

This is solely a boys’ school until Form 5; girls are admitted in Form 6 and Form 7. There are 5 classes in Secondary 1, 2 and 3 and 4 classes in Secondary 4 and 5. In Secondary 6 and 7, there are arts and science streams.

Curriculum

The school offers the following subjects :

Chinese Language, English Language, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Chinese Literature, Chinese History, World History, Geography, Economics, Economics and Public Affairs, Computer Studies, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Religious Studies, Art (HKCEE), Physical Education (HKCEE), Design and Technology, Music, Physical Education and Putonghua.

The school strongly believes that lessons conducted in the mother tongue enable students to learn efficiently, thus facilitating independent thinking and self-development.

Since 1998, the medium of instruction has been switched from English to Chinese.

In order to improve students' standard of English, we have carried out language enrichment activities to bridge English learning inadequacies at the junior level, so as to prepare them for upper forms, further studies and careers. The standard of English language of our students should not suffer owing to mother tongue teaching.

Facilities

the school has adequate rooms, each serving a particular purpose. We have altogether 27 classrooms, not including the six subject rooms, such as the Geography, Music and the D&T rooms and a Careers room, where students can collect information concerning their further studies and future career prospects. We also have an Audio and Visual room, which is used by individual classes and for interclass activities, such as dramas, debates, film shows, talks and other interclass competitions. In addition, we have two laboratories, two computer rooms and a multi-media learning centre to be available in the near future. Apart from that, we have a canteen, a changing room, a fitness training room, a hall big enough to accommodate the whole school, a covered playground, a multi-purpose court for basketball, football and volleyball.

All the classrooms are sound-proof and air-conditioned, thus creating a good learning environment.

Moral Education

The school places great emphasis on moral education and have therefore included Ethics and Religious Studies in our syllabuses. Moreover, our Social Services Team, Junior Police Call, Boy Scouts, Red Cross Cadet, Road Safety Patrol and Community Youth Club all work together to train our students to be civic-conscientious.

Academic Studies

The school provide good learning ambience and participate whole-heartedly in interschool academic competitions, like School Speech and Music Festival, Interschool Chinese and English Drama, and activities of creative prose and verse writing, in which we have attained outstanding results.

Sports

As part of the Lasallian tradition, our school excels in sports. Our Athletics Team, Cross Country Team, Football and Basketball Teams are all in Division One. Our School has been the winner of the Omega Most Progressive School Award four times and the second runner-up of Interschool Athletics Meet (Boys). Besides, our students have done exceptionally well in cross-country races. In 1994, our school took part in an international race held in Beijing. In 1996 and 1997, we made a great slam and snatched the gold medals of Grades A, B and C in the Open Races, and finally, we have been the champion of the same Races for five consecutive years.

Extra-curricular Activities

Activities are organized for academic subjects concerned. Besides, there are other interest groups such as Sports Training Courses, Art Club, Music Club, School Choir, Photography Club, Putonghua Club, Bridge Club, Catholic Society, Social Services Team, etc.

Student Union

The Student Union was founded in 1997. Its aim is to help develop in students a sense of morality and self-discipline and to liaise various club and societies. It also serves to bridge the gap between school administration and students. Moreover, it instills and strengthens a sense of belonging among students.

Pastoral Care

The school have Careers Team, Guidance Team, School Social Worker and religious groups to help students with special needs. We also provide lunch and school bus services. There are also scholarships for deserving or needy students.

Parent-Teacher Association

In 1992, the Parent Teacher Association was set up to promote communication between parents and school. By frequent contacts and discussions, suggestions and proposals are put forward to enhance students' all round development.

High Effective School

The school joined the School Management Initiative in 1994. It is the first subsidized secondary school to participate in this new scheme in the Eastern District. With the introduction of this scheme, the school can utilize our resources at our discretion.

Thus, the teachers are able to carry out teaching tasks more effectively. Parents and alumni have more channels to understand and support the school. Through this scheme, school will become highly effective.

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