The newsletter summarizes the activities of Summerbridge Hong Kong in 2015. It discusses the successful summer program, student and teacher testimonials praising the impact of the program, partnerships that provide students with scholarships, and thanks donors for their financial support which allows the program to continue providing educational opportunities to students.

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2015 Newsletter
SUMMERBRIDGE HONG KONG
Welcome to our 2015 Newsletter!
We are thrilled to share highlights of this past year including our 2015 Summer Program, sponsor
engagements, and a few featured stories. It has been an inspirational year! Many of our students’
educational and life paths have been positively shifted to a successful trajectory and our student
teachers have been moved with a greater sense to give back to their own communities and
some have even been inspired to pursue a career in education.
With the belief that all students deserve access to quality education, no matter their
socioeconomic background, Summerbridge Hong Kong has strived to play a role in narrowing
the opportunity gap in this city. We recognize that our successes deserve to be credited to the
generous community alongside us. We are deeply grateful for all of the support given to keep
our program going since 1992, without which we would be unable to continue our work.
Thank you very much for all of your support!
CONTACT US
ADDRESS: Offices A&B, 20/F Kam Chung Commercial Building, 19-21 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
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T: (852) 2761-4444 F: (852) 2762-1019 E: shirley@summerbridge.org.hk
W: www.summerbridge.org.hk Facebook.com/SummerbridgeHongKong
Teaching
Students
Students!

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One of our sites at South Island School this summer.
Our 2015 Summer Program successfully wrapped up in August! Both students and student teachers left the program
having stretched their potential. For our students, they challenged themselves in the intensive 5-weeks to step out of
their comfort zones to learn many new things they never thought were possible. For example, to listen and speak
English all the time, perform skits and cheers on stage, and even teach a lesson to their peers and teachers towards
the end of the program. Academically, students learned various exciting subjects such as “Forensic Science”, "Greek
Mythology", and "Marketing" within a class of about 8-10 students. Students had their view of themselves and of
learning positively change - key to their educational success.
For our student teachers, it was a 7-week commitment inclusive of a week’s teacher training and an evaluation week at
the end. The group was multi-cultural, enthusiastic, diversely talented, and above all going above and beyond to
support the students. Many student teachers have expressed that the experience has inspired them to pursue a career
in education and to intentionally seek more ways to give back to their communities.
2015 SUMMER PROGRAM
We held two sites at Island School this summer.

3. 2015 SUMMER PROGRAM(continued)
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PHYSICS FAIR & MARKETING SIMULATION!
All Summerbridge academic lessons are interactive and engaging. Two particular classes engaged the whole site with a
Physics Fair and Marketing Simulation! Students from Physics class proudly showcased their science experiments, while
teaching other students their learned Physics concepts. Students from Marketing class promoted and sold their
homemade products for “Summerbridge currency” with their learned marketing skills.
Hands-on Learning
Mrs. Cathy Lee, visited our Summer Program to meet our students and share
her thoughts on the value of pursuing education. Mrs. Lee also generously
gave our students each an autographed book with the message to keep on
learning.
SUMMERBRIDGE’S HONORARY PATRON, MRS. CATHY LEE
Students teach the word-of-the-day through a skit. Weekly, students participate in a Special Event. Above photo
shows “Student Teaching Day”, where students become
teachers and lead a lesson that they plan!
Special Visit

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We learn a lot of interesting subjects and do
activities that I have never heard before.
Summerbridge is just like a big family and I feel so much love. You really
can’t find a place like this in Hong Kong.
I didn’t know how and didn’t like to express
myself until I met Summerbridge.
In this big family, I saw people supporting each other and expressing themselves bravely.
It’s so beautiful and powerful. I have never seen that before and I never thought I could
do the same. Summerbridge taught me everything is possible.
I love the atmosphere during the class, because the teachers always plan lots of activities
for us to make it fun and easier to understand. Our English has improved.
We have become leaders and we are much
more motivated to keep on learning!
Now I am not afraid to use English to talk with anyone. When I first came to
Summerbridge, I felt very shy and didn’t talk a lot. But the teachers and
returning students gave me a lot of support and made me feel so warm.
They always told me
“Don't be afraid, keep trying.”
POLLY KAN
NEW STUDENT
BEN TSANG
RETURNING STUDENT
CONNIE TANG
NEW STUDENT
CRYSTAL CHAN
RETURNING STUDENT
STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

5. An article featured in Skidmore College: Inspiring Hope in Hong Kong
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Never have I been so challenged both mentality and physically, but these extreme environments brought up
a lot of things within myself and brought me closer to staff and students. The main aspect of Summerbridge
that I believe in is the constant support that surrounds you. Support is not only for the students but for the
staff as well. By showing [the students] constant support and love, you really get to see them blossom in a
relative short amount of time. This is the magical thing about Summerbridge.
I went into Summerbridge not knowing what to expect and thinking that I would simply be teaching English
for the summer. I left Summerbridge more confident than before, with unforgettable memories and a deep
understanding of how education, when focused solely on children's positive growth in knowledge and their
own abilities, can change lives. I realized how meaningful the chance to teach others and in return receive so
much encouragement and positive energy from this community could be.
I feel like the five weeks of Summerbridge made me a richer person overall, in terms of passion, inspiration
and emotional attachment. To me, the most unexpected outcome of the program was the strength of the
bonds that I formed with the students. Furthermore, I myself became thorough with my own passion by
teaching about it to others. Overall, I feel that everyone should teach while they are students because once
you’re at the other side of the table, you value your own teachers so much more.
[I want them to] realize
how exciting school can
really be and to challenge
themselves in ways they
never have. I want them to
speak up again, to be
curious, and to learn for
themselves.
- Kevin Wang
STUDENT TEACHER TESTIMONIALS
Vanisha Sharma
The University of Hong Kong
John McAllister
The University of Edinburgh
Shirin Chen
Brown University
Kevin Wang, one of our student teachers this summer, was featured in his University’s publications sharing his
Summerbridge teaching experience and his inspiring journey towards pursuing a career as an educator. We are
proud and honored to have had Kevin leave a large impact on our students this summer!
View the article here: http://bit.ly/1PqOXKy

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Gaining Hope: inspired towards higher education
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William was a Summerbridge student in 2011 & 2012; he returned to be on our staff this summer as a
teacher’s assistant. This year, William has also been accepted into University (Baptist University, School of
Business)! William mentioned a humbling fact: if it were not for Summerbridge, the thought of entering
University was nonexistent. Through consistent attention and encouragement, William changed; with
opportunity, he saw his potential and gradually believed in himself. Specifically, William’s view on
education shifted. He became determined to give his 100% to pursue his dreams - which starts with
higher education. With his heart of giving back and appreciative demeanor, William intends to always
seek to give back to his community in any way he can.
Summerbridge has changed my life!
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A Transformative Opportunity
Through the “UWC Scholarship Scheme”, Li Po Chun United World College has provided full scholarships to six of our
students to attend their globally recognized high school. This year, two students, Caroline Poon and Candice Kwok, have
been accepted. It is a giant shift to study within the renowned International Baccalaureate (IB) program; our students are
doing well and treasure the continued exposure to an International community. Thank you UWC for this partnership and
providing such a platform for our students.
I wouldn’t be the person I am today without it. With the support from the teachers, I have not only improved my
English, but I started to believe in life changing life. That’s why I decided to give back to this wonderful
community. I’ve found you can be who you really are and the true meaning of love and selflessness here.
- William Lun
CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT
Gaining a Global Perspective: exchange program in Italy
Shakta was a Summerbridge student in 2012 & 2013; she returned to be on staff as an Office Assistant
over the recent two years. This year, Shakta is on an exchange program in Italy! Hear her Summerbridge
journey and impact it has had on her:
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now I’m not too afraid of stepping out and speaking!
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Summerbridge has really changed me a lot: from a girl who had no dreams and not much
confidence, till now making such a big decision to go on a year of exchange and
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Summerbridge has given us a very good English environment to learn, but this is not only a place for us to learn but
also a place to have fun and grow. How nice this place is! I do really like to thank Summerbridge for improving me so
much! Loads of Summerbridge love!
- Shakta Leung!

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Sponsor Engagements
Summerbridge is thankful for the heartfelt support
from our sponsors to engage with our program and
students. Both students and volunteers gain from
their cross-cultural experience. Sponsor volunteers
have the opportunity to give back by sharing their
professional experiences with our students as they
gain a greater understanding of the local community
through its youth. Students are exposed to wider
diversity and build their confidence in their
interpersonal and English communication skills.
“It’s always been very
encouraging and positive to
work with the students from
Summerbridge. Through the
project, I was able to gain
more awareness of myself
and the responsibilities that
we all should have to make
an impact to society.”
- Goldman Sachs Employee -
SCHOOL YEAR EVENTS
Featured Charity
Moment Watches launched a special
watch design competition, in which part
of the sales of the winning design would
be used to support Summerbirdge.
Thank you, Moment Watches, for
featuring Summerbridge as the charity of
choice.
“Bowling Olympics” with Goldman Sachs
“Teamwork Building Day Camp” with Goldman Sachs

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Summerbridge Hong Kong
Charity WALKATHON
Sunday, February 28 2016
At Bowen Road, Central
Further details to be confirmed - we will post updates on our website.
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Join Summerbridge for our 2nd
Walkathon fundraising event! A large Thank You to all who had participated in our 1st
event, helping to raise over HK$1 million in support of our program. We are humbled at the incredible local and
overseas support shown and cannot wait to hold the event again. Through walking/giving, you are investing in both
local and global young people - our students and student teachers. You will help improve the educational paths of
our students, while inspiring our high school and university student teachers to strengthen their sense of civic duty
and passion to educate. You will be playing an important role in a movement of positively impacting the futures of
youth who may not get such an opportunity otherwise. We hope to see you there!
UPCOMING EVENT
DIAMOND SPONSORS
• Ryoden Development Ltd.
• Parkland Property Management Ltd.
GOLD SPONSORS
• KC Maritime Ltd.
• Rusy M. Shroff (Mr.), BBS, MBE, and Purviz R. Shroff (Mrs.)
SILVER SPONSORS
• Shui On Seagull Club
• Sun Hung Kai Properties Charitable Fund Limited
SPONSORS
• Henderson Land Development Company Limited
• Search Investment Group Limited
Thank you to our 2014 Walkathon Event Sponsors:
IN-KIND SPONSORS
• Bonaqua® Mineralized Water for providing water for the event
• b.yu Designs for designing the Summerbridge Walkathon T-shirt
• Creative Secondary School for providing assistance with event
set-up materials
• JustGiving for providing an online fundraising platform for the
event
• New Gift for providing the Summerbridge Walkathon towel and
water bottle for each walker
• Salvaje for providing live music and entertainment
~ Save The Date ~

9. Summerbridge would like to give a huge Thank You to all of the support from the many individuals, foundations, and
corporations who invest in us. Our program would not be possible if not for the charitable efforts, time, and financial support
given through the years! Thank you to the following sponsors and community partners of our 2014 and 2015 Fiscal Year:
Make a Donation! Be part of our movement through making a donation! Your
contribution will go towards providing transformational educational
opportunities for our students and inspiring teaching experiences for
our student teachers. (www.summerbridge.org.hk)
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
FOR DONATION DETAILS!
CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION DONORS
• Bless Hong Kong
• Henderson Land Development Company Limited
• General Atlantic Corporation
• The CLSA Chairman's Trust
• Target Corporation
• Chantecler Hong Kong Limited
• Christian Dior Far East Ltd.
• Consular Corps Spouses Committee
• Dr. Pauline Chan Charitable Foundation
• Gap Inc.
• Glamour To Give Charity Limited
• Hong Kong – Taiwan Business Cooperation Committee
• Island School
• Jackie Chan Charitable Foundation
• SanDisk Corporation Fund
• Search Investment Group Limited
• The Frans Loing Charitable Foundation
• The Hong Kong Metropolitan Sports Events
Association Limited
• The Incorporated Trustees of The Cheng Foundation
• The Lai Shiu On Tong Foundation
• The Leung Hon Hung Scholarship Fund
• The Shamdasani Foundation
• The Yu Lee Mo Fan Charitable Foundation
• Yearfull Contracting Limited
INDIVIDUAL DONORS
• Ms. Cheng, Gigi
• Mr. Cheng, King Hung
• Mr. Griffiths, Anthony
• Mr. Koo, Kingsley
• Mr. Koo, Wellington
• Mr. Lee, Edwin
• Miss Ma, Christine
• Mrs. Shroff, Purviz
• Mr. Tam, Sze Lok
• Mr. Wong, Christian
IN MEMORY OF JAMES SING IN-KIND DONATIONS
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
• Ms. Chong, Linda
• Mr. Duhn, Clif
• Mr. Fogarty, James
• Mr. Fowler, James
• Ms. Ingkavet, Monica
• Mr. Johnson, Holly
• Ms. Kong, Yoon Ping S
• Mr. Kwok, Robert
• Mr. Kwon, Yul
• Lam, Y. Mei
• Miss Lee, Rose
• Ms. Lee, Jayne
• Mr. Lee, Thomas
• Mr. Ling, Evan
• Mr. Marr, Gregory
• Ms. Ngan, Prudence
• Ms. Sing, Nancy
• Mr. Sing, Allen
• Mr. Sobolewski, Grant
• Mr. Stevens, Randy
• Tong, Wei-Lin
• Ms. Truong, Wendy
• Bradbury School
• Breakthrough Collaborative
• Buddhist Chi King Primary School
• Canadian International School
• Chewmania
• Chinese International School
• City University of Hong Kong
• Coca-Cola
• Creative Secondary School
• Oriental Overseas Services (HK) Limited
• Peak School
• Quarry Bay School
• Sarah Roe School
• Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts
• Shatin College
• South China Morning Post
• South Island School
• St. Stephen’s Girls’ College
• Swire Group
• Tastee Gourmet Asia Company Limited
• The Anne Black YWCA
• The Langham, Hong Kong
• The University of Hong Kong
• The Walt Disney Company (Asia Pacific)
Limited
• West Island School
• Workers’ Children Secondary School
• Y-Loft Youth Square
• Prof. Chiu, Marcus
• Ms. Jong, Yvette
• Ms. Meiburg, Debra MW
• Prof. Wong, Victor
• Mrs. Cathy Lee for her continual effort and support as our Honorary Patron.
• The English Schools Foundation for providing school facilities.
• Island School for providing school facilities.
• South Island School for providing school facilities.
• Canadian International School for providing school facilities for our leadership training.
• BDO Limited for serving as Summerbridge’s honorary auditors.
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• Mr. Tsai, Minh
• Ms. Wang, Linda
• Mr. Wofsy, Kevin
• Ms. Wong, Elizabeth
• Ms. Woo, Alice
• Mr. Young, Mark
• Mr. Yung, Eric
• Deansee Limited
• Eaton Smart, Hong Kong
• Futurestep Hong Kong Limited
• Henderson Hotel Management Limited
• Hong Kong Baptist University
• Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• Island School
• Karavansara Retreat and Residences
• Kenfil Hong Kong Limited
• Kennedy School
• King George V School
• Kwoon Chung Motors Company Limited
• Langham Place, Hong Kong
• Motorola
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS

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APPLY TO BE A STUDENT TEACHER
Who should apply?
1) Full time students between 16 - 22 years old
2) Interested in working with young students in
Hong Kong / teaching / community service
3) No Cantonese necessary, but good English
skills is required
Who should apply?
1) Form 2 students
2) Interested in spending a meaningful
summer of learning different subjects / skills
3) Interested in meeting and learning from
people from around the world
APPLY TO BE A STUDENT
For non-HK citizens: February 26, 2016
For Hong Kong citizens: March 11, 2016
APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE ONLINE
Parents Conference (for students)
Staff Introduction Day
Administrative Training
Student Teacher Orientation
Student Introduction Day
Classes in Session
Evaluation Week
Student-Teacher Conference
Program Dates
June 11
June 18
June 20 - 21
June 24 - July 5
July 2
July 6 - August 7
August 8 - 12
August 9
www.summerbridge.org.hk
Thank you for all of your support!
We have started our recruitment for the 2016 Summer Program! Interested in being a Summerbridge
student or student teacher? Please see below!
62016 SUMMER PROGRAM INFORMATION
Be a part of our 2016 Summerbridge Family!
APPLICATION DEADLINE
March 29, 2016
APPLICATION DEADLINE