On Thursday the 8th of December the students in the English Speaking Leagues were rewarded for their efforts all term when they received certificates from their esteemed Captains. The Captains come from all walks of life and have all had fruitful and prestigious careers. They include Sir David Akers Jones, ex Chief Secretary of Hong Kong, Sir Roger Lobo, ex Legislative Council Member, Sir T.L. Yang, ex Chief Justice of Hong Kong, Mr James Blake, Chief Officer of the KCR, Mr David Dodwell, CEO of Strategic Access, Prof. Stephen Selby, Associate Professor of English at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Helen Seaton, wife of the Bristish Consul-General, Junri Konii, Founder of the Daily 7 and Daily 10 English newspapers, and Rachel Cartland, retired teacher and on the Board of Governors of the Hong Kong Women’s Foundation. In spite of their busy lives, the Captains have taken the time to nurture our girls’ confidence through weekly conversation classes in English. It was touching to see the students’ appreciation expressed through hugs and smiles. Following the ceremony, the guests and students enjoyed a delicious afternoon tea. It was a treat for both the students and their Captains to share their mutual feelings of affection over a cup of tea and a chat!
Event Date(s): 2011-12-08
