The 2025 Greater Bay Area Youth Climate Summit was held on May 10 at Macao Pui Ching Middle School. The event was organized by our English Department. Guests included Acting Director Tang Iu Man of the Macao Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau, Director Cheang Sek Kit of the Curriculum Development and Assessment Department of the Education and Youth Development Bureau, Former Assistant Director Leung Wing Mo of the Hong Kong Observatory, Associate Professor Li Yongjie of the Faculty of Science and Technology of the University of Macao, Dr. Saul Chan of the Faculty of Social Sciences of the University of Macao, Ms. Ruby O, renowned academician and Assistant Vice President of Sustainability and Business Synergy at MGM, Ms. Lok Un Wa, United Nations-certified teacher of sustainable development goals, Assistant Principal Michael Leung of United Christian College (Kowloon East), and Director Maggie Wang of the International Department of the Experimental School Affiliated with Zhuhai No. 1 High School, among others.

The summit opened with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring a ribbon made from recycled plastic bottles, symbolizing our dedication to a circular economy. The ceremony was officiated by Acting Director Tang Iu Man of the Macao Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau, Vice-Principal Ieong Pui Ian of Macao Pui Ching Middle School and various guests. Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Professor Li Yongjie delivered the keynote speech, covering such topics as the atmospheric environment, climate change, and carbon neutrality.

Student research presentations marked one of the highlights of the summit and discussed topics including “The environmental impact of climate change on an Arctic archipelago”, “The impact of climate change on migratory bird diversity in the Greater Bay Area”, “The effects of the interactive mechanism of El Niño and Rossby Waves on the climate of South China”, and “Climate change: Coral reef conservation”. The program also featured a student performance of an original song, Save Our World, written by a group of our 7^th graders and one 11^th grader.

Another highlight of the summit was a roundtable discussion led by Professor Leung Wing Mo, Dr. Saul Chan, Ms. Ruby O, and Ms. Lok Un Wa. The guest speakers engaged with students from Pui Ching and our two sister schools on such topics as "Innovations in climate policy," "Regional cooperation mechanisms," and "Youth action plans". In his closing remarks, Professor Leung pointed out a paradox that our generation has witnessed: “We have turned convenience into a curse, calling it progress, without calculating the cost." He encouraged young people to make changes for the next generation, ensuring a healthier planet for future inhabitants.

At lunchtime, students from the three schools tasted regional flavors together at local restaurants, bonding through food and supporting the local economy. In the afternoon, teachers and students were given a tour of the educational hotel and educational restaurant of the Macao University of Tourism and learned about their sustainable practices.

In recent years, our school has been encouraging students to turn language skills into actionable solutions for real-world problems, allowing them to apply their knowledge beyond the classroom. The Youth Climate Summit is an attempt to transform English education. The event gives students from different regions the opportunity to discuss climate issues in English and inspires youth to take action in the face of global crises.

The Pui Ching Drama Society participated in the finals of the 33rd Inter-school Drama Competition (Secondary School Category). Our team received the Distinction Award with their entry “Fly” and was the only team to receive the award.

Secondary 5C student Wu Cheok Hin won the Outstanding Director Award. Secondary 6E student Ho Weng In and Secondary 6F student Song Lam Hun won the Outstanding Actor Awards.

Production Team:

    Advisors: Ms. Fong Sao Kun, Ms. Kuok Im Leng, Mr. Lei Tak In

    Director: Wu Cheok Hin (Secondary 5C)

Writers:

Lao Hio Pui (Secondary 4E), Chao Cheng Lik (Secondary 6C), Sou Hoi Cheng (Secondary 6C), Ho Pui Pui (Secondary 6D), Ms. Fong Sao Kun, Mr. Lei Tak In

Cast:

Chan Cheok Lam (Secondary 3D)

Wu Cheok Hin (Secondary 5C)

Chio Hong Io (Secondary 5F)

Kuong Chi Him (Secondary 5F)

Chao Cheng Lik (Secondary 6C)

Ho Pui Pui (Secondary 6D)

Ho Weng In (Secondary 6E)

Mak Hou Sam (Secondary 6E)

Song Lam Hun (Secondary 6F)

Lighting and Sound: Ao Kam Hong (Secondary 4B)

Backstage and Set Design: Lao Hio Pui (Secondary 4E)

Backstage and Prop Production: Wong Nga Sun (Secondary 1E)

Backstage: Sou Hoi Cheng (Secondary 6C)

Set Design: Ian Hei (Secondary 4F)

Makeup and Hair: Lao Hio Pui (Secondary 4E), Chao Cheng Lik (Secondary 6C), Lai Pak Cheng (Secondary 6C), Ho Pui Pui (Secondary 6D), Leong Hou Cheng (Secondary 6F)

The Secondary School Division of the 43rd Inter-School Dance Competition was held yesterday at the University of Macao. Pui Ching Dance Team A won the Distinction Award with their folk dance, The Muse of Clouds and Waters. Pui Ching Dance Team B won the Merit Award with their folk dance, Alilu.

The 43rd Inter-School Dance Competition for the Primary School Division was held today at the University of Macao. Young dancers from Pui Ching performed the folk dance, Shezhai Nursery Rhymes, and won the Distinction Award.