|
Jockey Club Ti-I College
Jockey Club Ti-I College (TIC or JCTIC, , Demonym: Ti-Ian) is a secondary school in Fo Tan, Hong Kong. The setting up of Ti-I College ('Ti-I' pronounced as 'tee yee'), which is not only focused on normal academic curriculum, but also aimed to develop students' potential of visual arts and sports, was proposed by Sir Edward Youde, the late governor of Hong Kong. The school curriculum uses English as the medium of instruction in all subjects, with the exception of Chinese language and Chinese History. History The idea of founding the school originated with the late governor, Sir Edward Youde. He proposed the setting up of a secondary school in Hong Kong which would not only emphasize academic performance but also provide an opportunity to develop students' potential in sports and the visual arts. In November 1985, the chief secretary came to an agreement with the Hong Kong Jockey Club (the then Royal Hong Kong Jockey Club) that such a school would be built in Sha Tin. A total ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hong Kong Jockey Club College
The Hong Kong Jockey Club College (HKJCC), under the umbrella of The Hong Kong Jockey Club, was established in 2010 to support the career development of employees in accordance with the Club's holistic people development strategy by providing training programmes with QF and non-QF accredited programmes and certificates. Currently, two main academies are available at the College: # Service & Hospitality Academy providing up to QF Level III accredited programmes # Business Management Academy providing up to QF Level IV accredited programmes. The programmes on offer from these academies are recognised by the HKSAR Government’s Qualifications Framework (QF) with the HKJCC serving as a talent development hub and centralised umbrella for the Club's talent development. Background Established in Hong Kong for 128 years and as one of Hong Kong's largest employers, with nearly 27,000 full-time and part-time staff, The Hong Kong Jockey Club is also one of the few employers in Hong ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Standard Chinese
Standard Chinese ()—in linguistics Standard Northern Mandarin or Standard Beijing Mandarin, in common speech simply Mandarin, better qualified as Standard Mandarin, Modern Standard Mandarin or Standard Mandarin Chinese—is a modern Standard language, standardized form of Mandarin Chinese that was first developed during the Republic of China (1912–1949), Republican Era (1912‒1949). It is designated as the official language of Languages of China, mainland China and a major language in the United Nations languages, United Nations, Languages of Singapore, Singapore, and Languages of Taiwan, Taiwan. It is largely based on the Beijing dialect. Standard Chinese is a pluricentric language with local standards in mainland China, Taiwan and Singapore that mainly differ in their lexicon. Hong Kong written Chinese, used for formal written communication in Hong Kong and Macau, is a form of Standard Chinese that is read aloud with the Cantonese reading of characters. Like other Sinit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fung Ka Ki
Fung Ka Ki (; born 19 September 1977 in Hong Kong) is a Hong Kong football coach and former professional player. Club career He was the team captain when he took part in 2000 Sydney Olympics Qualifiers, Hong Kong Rangers FC and Kitchee. He has also represented Hong Kong in FIFA international matches. He has recently signed for Bromsgrove District League Division Side, Nailers Arms FC. Manager Stuart Day stated that this represented one of the club's most important signings in their esteemed history. Managerial career Birmingham City In 2010, Fung Ka Ki was hired by Birmingham City to be a financial officer following the takeover of the club by Hong Kong businessman Carson Yeung. He was often spotted in the stands on matchdays, sitting behind Yeung. Lee Man On 3 July 2017, it was revealed that Fung would be hired as manager of Lee Man for the 2017–18 season. On 10 April 2018, Fung confirmed that he had resigned with Lee Man in 8th place at the time. Personal information ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yip Pui Yin
Yip Pui Yin (; born 6 August 1987) is a badminton player from Hong Kong. Career Yip played at the 2005 World Badminton Championships in Anaheim. In the women's singles event she reached the third round after beating Laura Molina of Spain and Kanako Yonekura (11th seed) in round one and round two respectively. In the third round she was beaten by the 1st seed and reigning world champion Zhang Ning of China. She won the silver medal in the 2006 Asian Games after losing to fellow Hong Kong player Wang Chen in the final. In 2007, she played at the World Championships and was defeated in the third round by Zhu Lin, of China, 9–21, 21–16, 14–21. Yip made her first appearance at the 2008 Summer Olympics. In 2009, she won the gold medal in the 2009 East Asian Games when her opponent Zhou Mi retired halfway through the deciding set. She won 15-21, 21-13, 17-10. At the 2012 London Olympics, Yip won against eighth seed Sung Ji-hyun, of South Korea, in the group stage. Then Y ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
King Ling College
King Ling College () is an aided secondary school founded by the King Ling Foundation for Education and Culture in September 1994 in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong. School Mission To foster Chinese culture and civic awareness while emphasizing the five areas of moral, intellectual, physical, social and aesthetic development of students so as to nurture them to be knowledgeable, cultured, committed and highly ethical learners. School information The school enjoys a full house of teachers professionally trained, with 80% received a master's degree or higher academic qualifications (2015). Awards include National Geographic Think Great Awards (2008), and Odyssey of the Mind(regional: 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2015, 2016; world finals: 2007, 2010, 2016). It is one of the first schools to teach Chinese classes in ''putonghua'' in Hong Kong. It provides education for students in Chinese, English, Mathematics, Science, Arts, Physical, technology, and personal, social and humanities ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Islamic Kasim Tuet Memorial College
Islamic Kasim Tuet Memorial College (IKTMC) is a secondary school in Chai Wan, Hong Kong. It is named after Kasim Tuet, a Hui Muslim who played a major role in the development of Chinese Muslim education in the city. Formerly known as the Islamic College, Islamic Kasim Tuet Memorial College is the only Islamic secondary school aided by the Hong Kong Education Bureau (EDB). Islamic Kasim Tuet Memorial College has a site area of 6,900 sq m. The 7-storey building is endowed with spacious playgrounds and open areas. There are 26 classrooms, over 20 special rooms (including library, counselling room, career and guidance room, etc.), a hall, 2 basketball courts, 1 cricket court, and 2 covered playgrounds. IKTMC's student composition includes students from Malaysia, India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Philippines, Iran, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, China, and Yemen. The school's current principal is Ms. Ho Sau Yin, Zareenah, and the vice-principals are Abu Bakar Ma Wing Cheung (Student ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Munsang College
Munsang College (MSC; zh, 民生書院) is an eminent EMI college situated in Hong Kong founded by Mr Au Chak Mun (also known as Au Tak),} and Dr Ts'o Seen Wan in 1926. It adopts the house system and each student is assigned to one of six houses, which are named Love, Tak, Chi, Tai, Kwan, May. The campus is in Kowloon City District. - Labeled in English, next to Kowloon Tsai Park. History of Munsang College Early years (1916-1939) In 1916, in view of the lack of schools for children in Kowloon City, Dr Ts'o Seen Wan suggested raising funds to build a school. In 1920, Mr Au Chak Mun (also known as Au Tak), one of the two people who reclaimed the land at Kowloon Bay and founded the Kai Tak Investment Company, died and bequeathed a donation of HK$10,000 to support Dr Ts'o Seen Wan's plan. Later, Mr Mok Kon Sang donated HK$10,000 as the founding fund of the school. Rev. Arthur Dudley Stewart, the Principal of St. Paul's College was entrusted with the work of preparation. In 1 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Diocesan Boys' School
The Diocesan Boys' School (DBS) is a day and boarding Anglican boys' school in Hong Kong, located at 131 Argyle Street, Hong Kong, Argyle Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon near Mong Kok East station. The school's mission is "to provide a liberal education based on Christianity, Christian principles". Having run as a Grant School (Hong Kong), grant-aided school since it was founded, the school commenced operation in the Direct Subsidy Scheme in September 2003. It uses EMI schools, English as the medium of instruction. History The first foundation In 1860, Mrs Lydia Smith (wife of the Bishop of Victoria) and the Society for the Promotion of Female Education in the Far East (Also known as Female Education Society, or "FES") set up the Diocesan Native Female Training School, a day-school turned boarding school for native girls, affiliated with the Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui, Diocese of Victoria. As stated in its first annual report, the purpose of the school was "to introduce among a some ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
JCTIC
Jockey Club Ti-I College (TIC or JCTIC, , Demonym: Ti-Ian) is a secondary school in Fo Tan, Hong Kong. The setting up of Ti-I College ('Ti-I' pronounced as 'tee yee'), which is not only focused on normal academic curriculum, but also aimed to develop students' potential of visual arts and sports, was proposed by Sir Edward Youde, the late governor of Hong Kong. The school curriculum uses English as the medium of instruction in all subjects, with the exception of Chinese language and Chinese History. History The idea of founding the school originated with the late governor, Sir Edward Youde. He proposed the setting up of a secondary school in Hong Kong which would not only emphasize academic performance but also provide an opportunity to develop students' potential in sports and the visual arts. In November 1985, the chief secretary came to an agreement with the Hong Kong Jockey Club (the then Royal Hong Kong Jockey Club) that such a school would be built in Sha Tin. A total ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hong Kong Diploma Of Secondary Education
The Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSE) is an examination organised by the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority (HKEAA). The HKDSE examination is Hong Kong's university entrance examination, administered at the completion of a three-year senior secondary education, allowing students to gain admissions to undergraduate courses at local universities through JUPAS. Since the implementation of the New Senior Secondary academic structure in 2012, HKDSE replaced the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (O Level, equivalent of GCSE) and Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (A Level). Under the NSS (New Senior Secondary) academic structure, pupils are required to study four compulsory "core subjects" (Chinese and English languages, mathematics and liberal studies) and choose between one to four elective subjects (the majority with two to three subjects) among the 20 available. However, on 31 March 2021, it has been announced that libe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Optical 88
Optical 88 () is a chain of eyewear stores in Hong Kong. It was established in 1984, as a member of Stelux Group of Companies, who owns largest professional optical retail network in Hong Kong. Areas served Optical 88's headquarters is located in Hong Kong with branches across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories) while overseas stores are located at various countries and cities including Macau, Guangzhou, Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia. Products and Services Optical 88 sells eyeglasses and frames, including sunglasses. They also provide eye examination services. See also * Eyeglasses Glasses, also known as eyeglasses or spectacles, are vision eyewear, with lenses (clear or tinted) mounted in a frame that holds them in front of a person's eyes, typically utilizing a bridge over the nose and hinged arms (known as temples or ... References External links Official Website Retail companies of Hong Kong {{HongKong-company-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agnès B
Agnes is a female given name derived from the Greek , meaning 'pure' or 'holy'. The name passed to Italian as Agnese, to French as Agnès, to Portuguese as Inês, and to Spanish as Inés. It is also written as Agness. The name is descended from the Proto-Indo-European '' *h₁yaǵ-'', meaning 'to sacrifice; to worship,' from which is also the Vedic term ''yajña''. It is mostly used in Greece and countries that speak Germanic languages. It was the name of a popular Christian saint, Agnes of Rome, which encouraged its wide use. Agnes was the third most popular name for women in the English speaking world for more than 400 years. Its medieval pronunciation was ''Annis'', and its usage and many of its forms coincided with the equally popular name Anna, related in medieval and Elizabethan times to ''Agnes'', though Anne/Ann/Anna are derived from the Hebrew Hannah ('God favored me') rather than the Greek. It remained a widely used name throughout the 1960s in the United States. It w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
