History

Key Learning Area

Personal, Social & Humanities Education

Objectives

to arouse and develop students’ interest in the past;

to help students understand the present in the context of the past;

to contribute to students’ knowledge and understanding of their own community and culture, as well as other major cultures of the world;

to develop a range of skills which can foster critical thinking, making sound judgements and effective communication;

to enhance the ability to develop personal and social values through encouraging an awareness and appreciation of the past.

to cultivate students’ ability and habit of self-directed learning through interactive use of information technology.

Department Members

Department Head:

Mr Tang Cheuk Hin

Members:

Mrs Chow Lo Yuen Shan

Academic Activities

2024 Junior History E-Reading Scheme

Our junior students excelled in the 2024 Junior History E-Reading Scheme organized by the EDB, with two teams winning Academic Award and another team receiving the STEAM Award. Our students share their model with Dr. Choi Yuk Lin, JP, Secretary for Education, during the Prize Presentation Ceremony.

12 S3 students from the History Department organized an activity during lunchtime related to the history of Hong Kong and the development of ancient sports. Students participated in three booth games, including comparing historical changes in Hong Kong over time, exploring the societal functions of ancient sports, and experiencing ancient Chinese cuju.

The History Field Trip aimed to bring students to understanding the history of the Japanese Invasion of Hong Kong in 1941. Through visiting an old WWII military redoubt, students realised how Hong Kong defended itself from the Japanese invasion and reflected on the detrimental effects of war on our society.

Useful Websites

World History

http://www.biography.com

http://www.history.com

Hong Kong Public Museums

http://www.museums.gov.hk/en_US/web/portal/home.html

Local Heritage

http://www.heritage.gov.hk/en/index.htm