This year we weclomed 4 wonderful new teachers to CMA. Read all about them below in their own words...
Hi there! I’m Mr. Hong. I’m truly excited to begin this new journey with all of you! This year, I’ll be teaching Class 3AB, 3D, and 4B. If we haven’t met yet, I hope this little introduction helps you get to know me better.
One of my greatest passions is travelling. There’s something magical about stepping into a new place, hearing different languages, tasting local food, and learning about cultures beyond our own. Every trip feels like a new chapter in a book—full of surprises, lessons, and unforgettable memories.
Travelling has taught me to be curious, open-minded, and grateful. It’s also helped me connect with people from all walks of life, which is something I truly treasure. If you’ve ever travelled somewhere special or dream of visiting a place one day, I’d love to hear your story! Let’s share our adventures and inspire each other to explore the world with wonder and respect.
Wishing you all a meaningful and exciting year ahead! Let’s make it a year full of growth and
discovery!
Hi, everyone. I’m Mr. Tse. It’s a privilege to be here. Now, I want to share a few simple ideas that can help us learn English better—not just for exams, but for real life.
First, read a little every day. Not a lot—just a little. Five to ten minutes. Why? Because reading puts real English in your head. You see new words, real sentences, and good grammar in context. And it doesn’t have to be boring. Pick something you like: a short article, a comic, a song lyric, even a game guide. When you find a useful sentence, write it down, and try that pattern later. Small pages add up.
English is not just a subject—it’s a bridge: to people, to ideas, to opportunities. It lets us read research directly, understand different cultures, and share our own stories with the world. When English serves your life today, motivation grows.
Here’s a simple challenge for today: choose one small action. Read for five minutes. Shadow a 30‑second clip. Or write three sentences in your journal. Start small. Start now. Let your habits do the hard work.
Thank you, and I wish all of us steady progress—one small step each day.
It’s very nice to meet all of you at the English Corner, I am Mr Chan from the English Department. I am thrilled to have joined the CMA family in this school year, and I will be teaching Form 2 and 4 in 2025/26. Having worked in various commercial enterprises prior to entering the education field, I have gained extensive experience in using Business English. Therefore, if you are interested in knowing more about this area, please feel free to reach out to me.
In my leisure time, I enjoy reading English fiction and going on trips with my family. If you happen to have encountered any fascinating books, please share them with me. I would be delighted to hear about your reading experiences. Lastly, I wish all of your plans will come to fruition in 2025/26!
Hello everyone! My name is Ms Tang. I love watching movies and traveling around the world. I have visited many countries, and some of my favourites are Iceland, Greenland, and Finland.
In the summer, Greenland is special because you can experience the midnight sun, where the sun shines even at night! But in winter, it's quite different, as it gets completely dark.
I can’t wait to share my stories and experiences with all of you. Here’s to a great year ahead together! Thank you!
All Form 6 students complete speaking tutorials to help them prepare for their DSE examination and develop their overall speaking skills. Students complete both a group discussion and respond individually to a question from the teacher. Tutorials run from 7:50-8:05am and 8:20-8:35am.
The timetable for the 7:50-8:05am practice for the 16 students in the mentoring scheme (and associated readings) is available here. For all other Form 6 students whose practice is at 8:20-8:35am, you can view your timetable and readings here. If you are a form 6 student and have any questions about your speaking tutorial then check with your English teacher.
Students preparing to start their group interaction
2 students from 6C after their DSE speaking exam
Form 5 speaking tutorials usually begin in March and continue until the end of the school year. They follow the same format as the Form 6 tutorials. A link to the timetable will be posted when it is available.
16 students in the Form 6 mentoring program attend a writing tutorial. Usually held at lunchtime, these are fun, relaxed classes where students learn about the writing process as they enjoy their delicious school meals. Writing is a vital, lifelong skill. Everything your learn here can be applied later in life. Good writers are good communicators with empathy, perspective and self-awareness.
Group photo of the final writing tutorial with the class of 2023-24.
Every recess (10:20-10:45 am) and lunch time (1:00-1:30 pm) the English Room (R34) is open to students. Our friendly NET teacher, Mr. Webb, is there to answer your questions, put on a movie or help you choose one of the many games to play. If you want a quiet place to study and relax, then the English Room is a good choice. It's easy to find. Just go to the 3rd floor and look for the Sponge Bob door...
The door to the English Room
There's always something happening
Lots of books to read
Creativity knows no bounds
Monopoly is always popular
This looks like a cliffhanger
Every Friday morning assembly our NET teacher, Mr. Webb, talks to the school about a topic of interest. Often he is joined by students. It's a great opportunity to listen to everyday, real-world English and to practice your speaking skills. If you are interested in helping Mr.Webb do a sharing, then you can find him in the English Room (R34).
If the weather is bad, then the sharing is read over the PA system
Miss Lo and a student from 2B during a morning sharing
Another entertaining and inspirational sharing
In addition to the Hong Kong Speech Festival, which many CMA students enter each year, there are a lot of other competitions where you can challenge yourself.
Ritika Singh from 2A, for example, proudly represented the school in the 21st Century Cup English Speaking Competition - the oldest and most prestigeous English speaking competition in China with thousands of entrants each year. Ritika wrote and performed an entertaining and inspiring speech that enabled her to progress all the way to the semi-final round.
If you are interested in joining any competition, whether it's speaking, writing or something else, then please talk to your English teacher.
Ritika giving her speech from the 21st Century Cup English Speaking Competition to the school assembly
English club is a fun way to pursue your passion, take up a new hobby and improve your English at the same time. Each year we have different clubs. So no matter what your interest, there's always something for you. Below are details of this year's English Club activities.
If you enjoy Scrabble, Monopoly, Chess or just beating your friends at a good game, then this is the club for you. There's always a new game to try and someone to help you understand how to play it. Let's see who is the champion.
Think carefully, Michael
Bobby and Mr. Webb play draughts
Hells bells! All the gang are here!
In this workshop students are exposed to a variety of genres, such as animation, drama, and comedy. They learn how to distinguish different features of a film and explore their preferences in a relaxing, supportive environment.
Students learn about the film
Time to kick back
Lights out. Where's the popcorn?
If you're a foodie then this is the one for you. Desserts and snacks are old favourites. But you'd better be quick. This club is very popular and fills up faster than an all-you-can-eat buffet! Get stuck in!
Looks good
Careful with that knife
Waiting for the best part
Through theatre games, students are encouraged to have fun while learning. English drama class provides a chance for self-expression and team cooperation , strengthening their creativity, confidence, social and language skills. By exploring the world of drama, students can unleash their own potential and grow as a person.
Seek and find
A new action flick
The swagger