On 12th May, 2026, three of our Form 1 students recently visited the RTHK studios to record a special segment for the popular radio show, "In the Common Room."
Stepping into a professional broadcasting environment, our young learners shared their insightful perspectives on the meaningful theme of "Pause, Reflect, and Act." They spoke with incredible confidence and maturity about taking moments to step back, thinking deeply about their choices, and moving forward with positive decisions.
Their segment is scheduled to go on air this August. Please join us in congratulating our young radio stars for representing our school so brilliantly, and stay tuned for the broadcast details!
From 6 to 9 May 2026, we were happy to welcome a distinguished guest to the Marist Brothers and the schools in Hong Kong: Br Peter Carroll, the current Superior General of the Marist Brothers. He is Australian and was elected the 15th Superior General of the Congregation during the General Chapter last year in the Philippines.
Br Peter’s visit to Hong Kong was a heartwarming celebration of our Marist spirit. From sharing wisdom at the morning assembly to exploring the Heritage Room with alumni, his presence was a source of great encouragement to both the Brothers and the schools in Hong Kong.
Beyond his meetings with the school administration and his visit to our Brother school in Tsuen Wan, Br Peter also embraced the city’s unique energy at Victoria Peak. He especially cherished the time spent dining with the local Brothers, affiliated members, and alumni. Though the number of Brothers may be smaller now, he was deeply moved by the community’s vibrancy, proving that the Marist heart in Hong Kong remains as strong and welcoming as ever.
From 27 April to 1 May 2026, 18 senior form boys took part in a five-day cultural exchange programme in Shanghai. The visit aimed to strengthen the sister-school relationship between St. Francis Xavier’s College and Beihong Senior High School of SHCM (formerly St. Francis Xavier’s College, Shanghai), and to provide our students with first-hand experience of school life, culture and family life in Shanghai.
Visiting the campus carried added meaning for our students, as they were able to connect with the roots and heritage of our Xavierian tradition while experiencing contemporary school life in Shanghai. During the visit, our students attended regular lessons with their Beihong counterparts and experienced the learning environment of a senior high school in Shanghai. Through classroom observation and interaction with local students, they gained a better understanding of student life and learning in another city. One of the memorable moments was an a cappella performance prepared by Beihong students, which warmly welcomed our boys and showed the school’s strong artistic culture.
The programme also included a range of cultural and educational activities. Our students joined a traditional Chinese craftsmanship workshop, visited the Museum of the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, and took part in a Huangpu River tour, where they learned more about the history, culture and development of Shanghai.
A special highlight of the trip was the opportunity to visit the homes of Beihong student ambassadors and join family dinners with local families. These experiences allowed our students to understand more about daily life in Shanghai and to build genuine friendships with their hosts.
The visit was a meaningful learning experience for our students. It broadened their horizons, deepened their appreciation of Chinese culture, and strengthened the friendship between the two schools. We look forward to further exchanges and continued collaboration with Beihong Senior High School of SHCM in the years ahead.
On 24-25 April 2026, 118 Form 2 students participated in a two-day, one-night Greater Bay Area exchange study tour in Shenzhen, organised by Social Seed (社企苗) and Dynamic Youth of Greater Bay Area (大灣區青年新動力) under the theme “National Security and Me (國家安全與我)”. This was the second year our school has organised this programme.
During the tour, students attended a talk, had lunch and joined a guided campus tour at Qilin Middle School of Shenzhen Nanshan Experimental Education Group (深圳市南山實驗教育集團麒麟中學), one of our sister schools. They also explored science and innovation at Red Cube (紅立方) and visited Gankeng Hakka Ancient Town (甘坑古鎮).
On Day 2, students visited Shenzhen Longgang Energy Ecological Park (龍崗能源生態園) to learn about environmental protection and sustainable development. The tour concluded with a visit to Shenzhen Gaoju Innovation Base (深圳高巨創新基地), including an exhibition tour and a drone performance.
Through these learning experiences, it is hoped that students will broaden their horizons and enhance their national awareness and develop a stronger sense of responsibility towards the country.
