2024-2025 Speech Day 畢業典禮

Date: 08/07/2025

　　本校中六畢業典禮於六月二十三日下午假學校禮堂舉行，主禮嘉賓為退休總工料測量師鄧蕙珍女士。當天，校監馬麗莉修女與各位校董會成員出席典禮頒授獎項，嘉賓包括一眾友好中小學校長、家長教師會主席吳柏堅先生、校友會會長陳曉蔚女士及各畢業生之家長，場面莊嚴隆重。

 

　　典禮以梁以豪校長致辭揭開序幕。校長提醒各位畢業生，即使生於平凡，也能造就各自的傳奇，實踐各自的夢想；只要對夢想抱有堅定的信念，哪怕過程並不完美，一切經歷都會化作養份滋潤自己的成長，承擔為學校、為社會擁抱未來的責任。他寄望保祿畢業生可以探索出自己獨特的方式服務社會，在平凡生活中體現仁愛的精神，活出優雅，展現華麗。此外，校長深信每個孩子都是獨特的，故六年前送給每名當時升讀中一的畢業生們一塊小白石。小白石的形狀不一，寓意同學們都是獨一無二的、不平凡的；白色則象徵着保祿的同學都是可教導的；石塊上寫上「PPVIC2019」，是校長對同學毋忘自己是保祿一份子的期望。最後，梁校長恭賀各位畢業生，勉勵她們以歌聲掌聲感謝同行者所給予的愛和恩典。

 

    其後，由鄧蕙珍女士頒發畢業證書及致辭。鄧女士以一名輟學的年輕人最終學會自我管理，並主動重返校園攻讀，到日後創業的故事為引子，強調獨立自主的重要性。鄧女士藉此鼓勵畢業生，勇敢面對難題和轉變，從中學習，並抓緊機遇成長。此外，鄧女士介紹自身經歷，從最初的文書工作，到因為對建築的熱愛和上司的鼓勵，毅然投身建築學，成為香港首位女性工程監督員，並最終成為總工料測量師。這段經歷啟發畢業生不要輕視自己的潛力，即使起點平凡，只要持續學習、積極嘗試，就能突破性別和環境的限制，取得意想不到的成就。最後，鄧女士祝願畢業生們身體健康、開心快樂、常存盼望、樂於助人，積極追求有意義、有理想的精彩人生。

 

    接著由畢業生代表致辭及進行傳光禮。陳汝一同學代表畢業生感激母校以包容的胸襟培育一眾學子在求學路上實現自我，銘記師長孜孜不倦的教誨與鼓勵，肯定親人的愛是學生們最堅實的後盾。陳同學讚揚畢業生六年來以同窗溫情互相扶持跨越難關，明白堅持是邁向成功的關鍵。最後陳同學勉勵一眾畢業生在迷茫時相信付出過後必有回響，保持好奇與熱忱，勇敢面對一切挑戰。傳光禮則象徵畢業班同學將校訓仁愛與服務的精神傳遞給學妹，達至薪火相傳。

 

　　最後，畢業典禮在歡愉的氣氛中圓滿結束。

 

The Annual Speed Day of Pope Paul VI College was held on 23rd June 2025. We were honoured to have Ms. Angela Tang Wai Chun (Retired Chief Quantity Surveyor) to officiate the event. Other guests of honor included our School Supervisor, Sr. Pessanha Alves Marinei; the School Sponsoring Body Manager, Sr. Thresiamma Pathickal; the Missionary Sisters of The Immaculate - PIME Sisters Superior Delegate and the School Sponsoring Body Manager, Sr. Pamei Carmela Athanlu; the Alumni Manager, Ms. Bibiana Yuen Piu Hing; the Parent Manager, Ms. Michelle Lui Yee Ling; the Alternate Parent Manager and Chairperson of the Parent-Teacher Association, Mr. Ng Pak Kin;, and the Chairperson of the Alumnae Association, Ms. Carol Chan Hiu Wai.

The Principal acknowledged the presence of our honored guest and alumna, Ms. Angela Tang, who graciously officiated the 2024-2025 Speech Day ceremony. He highlighted the school’s commitment to holistic Catholic education that nurtures students’ potential, independent thinking, and positive values.

He praised students for their achievements, including winning a silver medal at the international iGEM synthetic biology competition in Paris and excelling in the National Economic Challenge in China. He also noted the school’s incorporation of AI teaching and the establishment of a makerspace to foster creativity and problem-solving skills.

Reflecting on shared experiences since 2019, the Principal reminded graduates of their unique identities symbolized by personalized stones and encouraged them to serve society with love and pursue their dreams confidently. He concluded by expressing gratitude to the school community and supporters, wishing everyone success and well-being.

Our guest of honor, Ms. Angela Tang, then presented certificates to the graduates and delivered an inspiring speech. She began with a story about a boy who faced many challenges and often missed opportunities, yet was given a chance to show up without judgment. The message was clear: never give up, no matter the obstacles, and keep persevering.

Ms. Tang expressed her gratitude for attending this girls’ school, which provided her with valuable opportunities to shape her future. She shared her personal journey of overcoming difficulties to become the first female works supervisor and later a top surveyor through hard work and determination.

She concluded by emphasizing the importance of the letter “Y” and its “Hs”: Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be Hopeful, and Be Helpful. Ms. Tang encouraged all graduates to discover their own “Hs,” whether in the years ahead or decades into the future.

The vote of thanks was delivered by our Graduate Representative, Carol Chen. She delivered a heartfelt speech reflecting on the resilience and growth of her cohort. She thanked teachers, parents, friends, and staff for their unwavering support throughout a challenging journey marked by the pandemic and personal obstacles. Carol encouraged everyone to give their best effort from the start, reminding graduates to embrace ambition and carry forward the values of hard work, curiosity, and service.

Then came the memorable moment of the Speech Day, the Passing-on-the-Light Ceremony, a meaningful tradition where our graduates shared their hopes, values, and legacy with the younger students. The celebration ended on a high note with captivating performances, delighting the audience and adding a joyful finish to the day.

The evening was filled with both reflection and celebration as graduates happily reconnected with their teachers, classmates, and friends. We warmly congratulate the proud parents, families, and educators, and above all, the graduates who shone brightly today. Wishing them a future full of joy and great achievements.