As the GSAT (General Scholastic Ability Test) approaches, our senior students are immersing themselves in rigorous preparation. To bolster their spirits and foster determination, this year's grand praying ceremony, Bundle of Hope: Wrapping Dumplings for University Dreams, was held in the hall of the Sports Complex (綜合大樓). 

Principal Liu, along with faculty members and the Parents-Teachers’ Association, gathered to send their heartfelt wishes of good fortune to the students.

The ceremony began with senior students parading from their classrooms to the venue, passing through several wreath arches that symbolized a gateway to success. Principal Liu and the President of the Parents-Teachers Association delivered inspiring speeches, encouraging students to stay resilient and confident in their journey.

A standout moment of the event was when class representatives took the stage one by one, passionately expressing their resolve to succeed to their peers. Their heartfelt words resonated throughout the hall, strengthening the collective resolve of their fellow classmates.

In a touching gesture, each student received a cloth-woven Zongzi (粽子), meticulously crafted by the Parents’ Association. This symbolic gift, along with a specially prepared lunch box containing a steamed bun, a Chinese pastry, and a Zongzi, carried a profound message. Through a clever Chinese pun—包糕粽 (steamed bun, pastry, dumpling) and 包高中 (being admitted to high school or dream school)—these items represented the collective hope for the students’ success in the GSAT and beyond.

The ceremony ended on a note of encouragement and optimism, highlighting the steadfast support from the school and parents while inspiring students to strive toward their dreams of higher education.

To learn more about Bundle of Hope, click.

Chenggong Library, Student Affairs Office, and Principal's Office contributed to this report.