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We are delighted to invite you to the inaugural Future-Focused School Leadership Summit (FFSLS), a landmark series of events on 18 Oct, 2 Nov, and 30 Nov that bring together visionary leaders from industry and academia, and STEAM coordinators and teachers in upper primary and lower secondary schools (including publicly-funded, private, and international) across Hong Kong and other parts of the Greater Bay Area (GBA), to explore the future of STEAM education in the GBA. Organised by The School Leadership Academy (SLA), the FFSLS features distinct events designed to inspire, inform, and empower school leaders and representatives in the GBA and across Asia.
This Year's Summit
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As a global hub for technological innovation, the GBA serves as a strategic gateway for China's advancements in technology. This year's Summit, themed "Navigating The Future: Empowering STEAM School Leaders," marks the beginning of a journey toward greater understanding of the latest developments in GBA technology and learning for transformative change in our schools, communities, and beyond!
The SLA is a pioneering initiative dedicated to equipping current and aspiring school leaders with visionary competencies and cutting-edge strategies to shape the future of education. Through its programmes, SLA empowers educators to drive transformative change in their schools, fostering a new generation of future-focused leaders in Asia.
Speakers from Mainland China, Hong Kong, and overseas universities, industries, and schools will discuss how educators can support this vision.
The Summit: A Series of Events
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School leaders, teachers and representatives are invited to attend any number of events, including a single event.
Event 1 | Friday, 18 October
Inspiration at Panyu, Guangzhou
The FFSLS kicks off with a day dedicated to sparking inspiration! GBA educators will engage with pioneering thought leaders who will delve into the GBA's strategic importance and Guangzhou's rapid development.
Key highlights:
- GBA Fast-Paced Developments: Exploring rapid advancements in the Greater Bay Area.
- Future-Focused Education: Emphasising educational approaches aligned with future needs.
- Industry-Education Links: Strengthening connections between industry and education.
- Soft Skills: Raising awareness of the importance of soft skills in the AI era.
Event 2 | Saturday, 2 November
Industry Insights in Shenzhen
The second day focuses on practical applications, with exclusive industry visits to Shenzhen's leading high-tech companies, including DCH, Huawei, Lenovo and Tencent*.
*Participants may not be able to visit all of the listed companies.
Key highlights:
- A Full-Day Event: For immersive, comprehensive learning in Shenzhen.
- Visits to High-Tech Companies: Exclusive first-hand exposure to top technology and innovation leaders.
- Practical Knowledge Transfer: Translating valuable insights and practical knowledge back to school and classroom settings.
Event 3 | Saturday, 30 November
Implementation in Hong Kong
The final event is all about action! It is an opportunity for STEAM coordinators and teachers to explore the implementation of STEAM education in their schools.
Key highlights:
- EdTech Start-Ups: Enjoy a hands-on experience at up to 25 game-changing EdTech start-ups being incubated at Cyberport.
- Implementation Strategies: Hear from school leaders on "Whole School" approaches to implementing STEAM from overseas STEAM leaders and GBA STEAM leaders.
- The STEAM Ecosystem: Join an ecosystem of STEAM Coordinators and teachers in this fast-paced, changing educational landscape.
Sponsors and Partners
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Supporting Organisations
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Exhibitors
Appreciator.io
Lenovo (Hong Kong) Limited
MakeOmnia
Metalympics
Press Start Academy
ZWCAD SOFTWARE CO.,LTD.
Youdao