20/05/2026
The school successfully held the opening ceremonies for two exhibitions celebrating its 70th anniversary. The exhibitions, "Smart Teaching and Technology Education Achievements Exhibition" and "Liberal Arts Convergence, Starting from the Heart: 70th Anniversary Student Artwork Exhibition," showcased the outstanding achievements of teachers and students from all departments (kindergarten, primary, and secondary) in science, technology, and art. The exhibitions demonstrated the school's rich achievements in promoting holistic education and cultivating humanities and innovation, bringing a successful conclusion to the series of 70th anniversary celebrations.
To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the school, the school held the opening ceremonies for the "Smart Teaching and Technology Education Achievements Exhibition" and "Liberal Arts Convergence, Starting from the Heart: 70th Anniversary Student Artwork Exhibition" on the afternoon of April 30th at the Zizhan Gallery of the Education Resource Centre of the Education and Youth Development Bureau. The opening ceremony was officiated by numerous distinguished figures from the education sector and society, including Mr. Wong Tat-choi, Director of the Education and Youth Development Bureau; Mr. Zhang Chuanwei, Level 4 Researcher of the Education and Youth Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Macao SAR; Father Fu Nandou, Director of the Jesuit Order in Macao; Mr. Zheng Hongguang, President of the Macao Chinese Education Association; Mr. Zhou Bohui, President of the Macao Catholic Schools Association; Ms. Xiang Mei, Chairperson of the Macao Public Service Education Association; Mr. Wu Zhihui, Honorary President of the Ricci Secondary School Alumni Association; Ms. Fang Aijuan, Secretary of the Ricci Secondary School Alumni Association; and Ms. Zhang Huiling, Principal of Ricci Secondary School. Also present were Father Chen Junwei, Chaplain of Hai Xing Secondary School; Principal Huang Biao and Vice Principal Yu Siwei; Mr. Huang Guoliang, Director of the Office of the Diocese Youth Committee; Mr. Liao Guozhong, Director of the Diocese Social Communication Center; Ms. Zhong Kaiqi, Curatorial Assistant of the Diocese Historical Archives and Cultural Relics Department; Mr. Huang Qiyao, Director of the Cardinal Newman Art Gallery; Father Xu Liren, Assistant Supervisor of Ricci Secondary School; and Father Park Jung-hwan, among many other guests, making it a grand occasion.
At the beginning of the ceremony, Chaplain Park Jung-hwan led a prayer, infusing the exhibition with gratitude and blessings. Following this, Principal Zhang Huiling delivered a welcome speech, noting that the 70th anniversary celebrations were drawing to a close and expressing heartfelt gratitude to the Education and Youth Development Bureau for lending the venue and to all parties for their support. At the opening ceremony, in addition to students performing handmade electronic instruments that could simulate the sounds of various instruments, the coloring book "I Remember—The Footprints of Father Ming's Love" was also launched. This coloring book, created by student Ouyang Zhiyu, uses old photos and alumni recounts to depict Father Ming's simple yet warm acts of love through her drawings. A ribbon-cutting ceremony followed, and a group photo was taken in a lively atmosphere. After the ceremony, students led the guests to visit the art exhibition and the smart technology achievements exhibition; the students' sincere and engaging explanations were praised by the guests.
In her speech, Principal Zhang Huiling emphasized the "foundation of love" and the spirit of "I am for everyone, walking with you," and shared her joy at receiving a congratulatory letter from Father Susa, the Superior General of the Jesuits. The principal conveyed the president's concern, pointing out that contemporary youth face challenges such as geopolitics, technological advancements, and emotional well-being. She cautioned that a society solely pursuing competition and excellence could easily cultivate "success-oriented individualists" lacking compassion. She encouraged teachers and students to cherish humanistic values in this rapidly evolving technological era, integrating compassion into technological applications. She urged students to be authentic, let their lives shine, and use their knowledge to serve society, bringing greater benefits to Macau, the nation, and the world, embodying the spirit of "Magis" (more). She also mentioned Father Ming's inspirational coloring book, conveying the message of carrying on the school's original mission.
The exhibition is divided into two main areas. The "Smart Teaching and Technology Education Achievements Exhibition," located on the first floor, focuses on STEAM interdisciplinary practice, showcasing students' recent scientific and technological innovations. The content covers 3D printing, artificial intelligence applications, robot design, and programming projects, fully demonstrating students' ability to transform classroom knowledge into innovative practices and showcasing the school's systematic and forward-looking approach to promoting technology education. The "Embracing Diversity, Starting from the Heart: 70th Anniversary Student Artwork Exhibition," located on the ground floor, showcases visual art works from all departments, including three-dimensional crafts, two-dimensional paintings, architectural models, and interdisciplinary films.
Since its founding in 1955, Matteo Ricci Secondary School has upheld its motto of "Friendship and Diligence" and the Jesuit educational tradition, striving to cultivate well-rounded young people with universal compassion. This themed educational exhibition for its 70th anniversary echoes Father Matteo Ricci's spirit of blending Eastern and Western cultures and demonstrates the school's determination to find a balance between technology and the humanities, and to lead educational innovation with love and care. Looking to the future, the school will continue to cultivate holistic education, accompanying students to live lives of depth and breadth in a rapidly changing world, glorifying God and serving humanity through action, thus further glorifying the Lord.
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