International research indicates that gifted adolescents do not necessarily exhibit a higher incidence of social-emotional issues compared to their peers, though their psychological needs often manifest distinct characteristics. To deepen discourse on this subject, the seminar “Social Emotional Needs of Students with High-Abilities” was successfully convened on 25 June 2025 at The Education University of Hong Kong in hybrid format.
Sponsored by Centaline Charity Fund, Inspire Education Association, Hong Kong Professional Association for the Gifted and Talented, and The Education University of Hong Kong, the event featured Professor Lianne Hoogeveen as keynote speaker – in her dual capacity as President of the European Council for High Ability (ECHA) and Director of the Radboud Center Social Sciences, Radboud University, Netherlands.
Professor Hoogeveen examined the unique social motional requirements of gifted learners while providing implementable strategies applicable across both educational settings and home environments.
Sponsored by Centaline Charity Fund, organized by Inspire Education Association, co-organized by The Education University of Hong Kong, and with venue support from Chinese YMCA College, the 1st Seminar and Parent Learning Community was successfully held on June 21, 2025 in a hybrid format. The event gathered dozens of educators, parents, and scholars to explore key strategies for nurturing the potential of gifted students and foster knowledge exchange within the learning community.
We were honored to host two distinguished experts as keynote speakers:
– Dr. Lam Hak-chung, Founding Chairman of the Hong Kong Professional Association for Gifted and Talented, delivered an in-depth analysis on “Affective Development for Gifted Students: Attaching Equal Importance to Well-Being and Academic” to illuminate holistic development approaches for gifted learners.
– Ms. Chan Chor Yuk, a parent of gifted children with 30 years of teaching experience, shared practical insights through her presentation “Is Your Child the Next Cambridge Student?”, revealing core support strategies for unlocking potential.
The speakers’ profound perspectives sparked vibrant discussions among participants, creating dynamic interactions both on-site and online. Through cross-disciplinary dialogue and experience sharing, the event established a professional exchange platform, injecting fresh momentum into Hong Kong’s gifted education development.
The “Small Rocketry Workshop”, sponsored by the Centaline Charity Fund, co-organized by the Inspire Education Association and the Hong Kong Professional Association for the Gifted and Talented, and supported with venue provision by ELCHK Lutheran Academy, was successfully held at the school’s Space Hub on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
This initiative effectively dispelled the myth that “rocket building is the exclusive domain of scientists”, allowing local secondary school students to personally experience the intricacies of rocket design and construction.
The workshop focused on hands-on application. Students moved beyond constructing simple water rockets to tackle the challenge of building small-scale rockets powered by solid-fuel propulsion. Under guidance, participants utilized the professional rocket design software OpenRocket to learn fundamental rocket operating principles and design their own unique rocket models. Within just three hours, students progressed from theory to practice, gaining in-depth knowledge of propulsion systems, aerodynamics, and flight stability. They transformed their creative ideas into concrete rocket blueprints.
Beyond igniting students’ passion for aerospace technology, this workshop showcased the innovative potential of Hong Kong’s secondary students in the STEM field. It demonstrated to young learners that with the right tools and knowledge, the dream to reach for the skies is attainable. The event sowed vital seeds for cultivating future technology talent.
Sponsored by the Centaline Charity Fund and co-organized by Inspire Education Association and the Hong Kong Professional Association for the Gifted and Talented, with strong support from ELCHK Lutheran Academy, the CubeSat Model Workshop was successfully held on May 10th.
Thirty gifted primary and secondary students experienced the wonders of space technology firsthand, assembling fully functional miniature satellites – CubeSats – transforming distant aerospace concepts into tangible learning experiences.
Breaking through traditional teaching frameworks, this workshop empowered students to build monitoring satellites equipped with camera functions. These student-crafted satellites captured images of Earth’s surface and transmitted them in real-time to a ground control station. Witnessing their self-assembled satellites capture Earth’s imagery drew repeated expressions of amazement from participants.
Notably, students took their completed satellite models back to their schools for exhibition, sharing this unique space exploration achievement with peers and extending STEM learning enthusiasm across campuses.
Though the event has concluded, its educational impact continues. These intricate satellite models will persistently inspire students’ interest in aerospace technology and nurture hands-on practical skills, shining as beacons of innovation in school communities.