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SCOLAR participates in 36th Hong Kong Book Fair (with photos)
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The following is issued on behalf of the Standing Committee on Language Education and Research:

     The Standing Committee on Language Education and Research (SCOLAR) has set up a booth themed "30th Anniversary of SCOLAR" at the 36th Hong Kong Book Fair held from July 15 to 21. The Secretary for Education, Dr Choi Yuk-lin, visited the booth today (July 16) and interacted with the Student Language Ambassadors to learn about their language-learning journeys, experiences in developing biliterate and trilingual abilities, and achievements in applying their language skills and promoting language learning in the community.

     The booth is located at Stall D16 in Hall 1B of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. A dedicated exhibition zone has been set up to showcase SCOLAR's major milestones and achievements over the past three decades. The exhibition also displays the reading materials and learning and teaching resources developed by SCOLAR over the years, enabling the public to gain a deeper understanding of its work and contributions in driving the development of language education in Hong Kong.

     The booth also features interactive touchscreen displays for the public to test their language knowledge and learn more about the work of SCOLAR. On-site themed photo-taking spots include a 3D installation featuring SCOLAR's partner, Ming, for visitors to take photos. Those who complete the interactive games and designated tasks can redeem limited-edition Ming souvenirs, while stocks last.

     During the Book Fair, the Student Language Ambassadors will be at the booth daily from 10.30am to 12noon, and from 3.30pm to 5pm (except for the afternoon session on July 21) to interact with visitors and to share their experiences in acquiring biliteracy and trilingualism.

     Jointly organised by the Education Bureau and SCOLAR, the Student Language Ambassador Programme aims to build a platform for language practice for students across Hong Kong, encouraging them to explore and share the joy of learning Chinese and English. By fostering peer motivation and interaction, the programme promotes the practical use of both languages in the community. It has received an enthusiastic response, with 166 schools and over 2 700 students participating in the current school year.

     For more information about SCOLAR and its activities, please visit the SCOLAR website (scolarhk.edb.hkedcity.net/en/) or follow its social media pages.
 
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The Standing Committee on Language Education and Research (SCOLAR) has set up a booth themed "30th Anniversary of SCOLAR" at the 36th Hong Kong Book Fair held from July 15 to 21. Photo shows the Secretary for Education, Dr Choi Yuk-lin (centre), accompanied by the Chairperson of SCOLAR, Dr Anissa Chan (left), visiting its booth today (July 16).
The Standing Committee on Language Education and Research (SCOLAR) has set up a booth themed "30th Anniversary of SCOLAR" at the 36th Hong Kong Book Fair held from July 15 to 21. Photo shows the Secretary for Education, Dr Choi Yuk-lin (front row, second right), and the Chairperson of SCOLAR, Dr Anissa Chan (front row, first right), interacting with the Student Language Ambassadors at the booth.
The Standing Committee on Language Education and Research (SCOLAR) has set up a booth themed "30th Anniversary of SCOLAR" at the 36th Hong Kong Book Fair held from July 15 to 21. Photo shows the Secretary for Education, Dr Choi Yuk-lin (second row, fourth right), and the Chairperson of SCOLAR, Dr Anissa Chan (second row, fifth right), posing with members of SCOLAR and Student Language Ambassadors at a themed photo-taking spot.
The Standing Committee on Language Education and Research (SCOLAR) has set up a booth themed "30th Anniversary of SCOLAR" at the 36th Hong Kong Book Fair held from July 15 to 21. Photo shows visitors participating in games at an interactive touchscreen display.
The Standing Committee on Language Education and Research (SCOLAR) has set up a booth themed "30th Anniversary of SCOLAR" at the 36th Hong Kong Book Fair held from July 15 to 21. Photo shows members of the public visiting its booth.