Students' symbol of WYHK

30 August Tuesday:
I had the opportunity today to be the judge on some F6 students' project on "Symbol of WYHK". They were having an orientation in the campus as part of their training on leadership and good Wahyanites.

It is an worthwhile exercise as three group of F6 students were given 3 hours and $100 budget to design, construct and present their thoughts on one thing that can represent WYHK.

I was impressed by the thoughts and creativities of the students. Each of the three entries has their uniqueness and values; and they are:
1. Half-cage home, symbolizing freedom to go out to reach the world while nurturing within the green pasture of WYHK
2. Harmonious campus with red-brick chapel and blossoming flowers on top symbolizing caring and growth under the WYHK cross (badge)
3. Open grass slope picture on chest with torch of freedom on right hand and book on left hand symbolizing freedom and five aspects of campus life under WYHK

This shows how much our students value "freedom". I am also glad that the first group goes further to stress the virtue of "self-discipline" of students.
Finally the red-brick chapel with blossoming flowers got the first place due to better cooperation and teamwork.

One reflection which I share with the students is the importance of presentation skill. Besides the body posture, voice and eye-contact etc., the content of organizing the thoughts are crucial with opening and summary in order to impress the (whatsoever) audiences. It is just like playing football, the last kick into the net is the most important, no matter how good you play in mid-field. Communications and presentation are some of the key skills in modern times, particular when the Liberal Studies become mainstreams in a few years' time.

These young leaders of WY will be leading WYHK throughout this year and I sincerely wish them all the best in their endeavors. In Hoc Signo Vinces - In this sign, you shall conquer.

God bless
Simon