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THE ISF ACADEMYGRADUATES弘立書院畢業生2020

University Offers for the Class of 2020 2020屆畢業生獲得大學錄取的名單

American University

ArtCenter College of Design

Arts University Bournemouth (2)

Babson College

Baylor University

Berklee College of Music

Boston University (5)

Bournemouth University

Brunel University London (2)

Bryant University

California State University, Los Angeles

Cardiff University (4)

Carnegie Mellon University

Chapman University

City, University of London (3)

Claremont Mckenna College

Clark University

Dartmouth College

Durham University (6)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Emmanuel College Boston

Erasmus University Rotterdam (2)

Escape Studios

Florida Institute of Technology

Fordham University (4)

Goldsmiths, University of London (4)

Harvard University

Illinois Institute of Technology (2)

Imperial College London (4)

King’s College London (10)

LaSalle College of the Arts, Singapore

Leiden University

London School of Economics and Political Science

Loughborough University (2)

McGill University (3)

New York School of Interior Design

New York University (4)

Northeastern University (4)

Norwich University of the Arts

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CLASS of 2020 | 2020屆畢業生

IB Diploma Results 國際文憑大學預科項目成績The ISF Academy’s nineth Grade 12 cohort graduated in May 2020. A summary of the results of the past five cohorts can be found in the table below. A total of 60 ISF Academy students will sit for the IB Diploma Programme® examinations in May 2021.

弘立書院第九屆十二年級學生於2020年5月畢業。近五屆畢業生的成績摘要列表如下。2021年5月，本校當年畢業的60位學生都將參加國際文憑大學預科項目的考試。

* The award of a Bilingual Diploma will be for either:• Completion of two languages selected from Group 1 with the award of a “3” or higher in both; or• Completion of one of the subjects from Group 3 or Group 4 in a language that is not the same as the student’s nominated Group 1 language. The student must

attain a ‘’3’’ or higher in both the Group 1 language and the subject from Group 3 or 4.# The full set of worldwide data for 2020 will be published by December 2020.

* 獲得雙語文憑，學生須符合以下其中一個條件：• 完成第一組別的兩門語文科學習，兩科均須獲得三分或以上的成績；或• 與第一組別修讀的語文課不同的語言，完成第三或第四組別中的一門科目學習。並且學生必須在第一組別修讀的語文課及第三或第四組別選讀的科目獲得

三分或以上的成績。# 2020年的全球數據根據慣例可於2020年12月或之前公布。

The ISF Academy 弘立書院 Global 全球

2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2019#

Average Score平均分 38 36 39 37 39 30

IB Diploma %獲 IB文憑百分比 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 78%

IB Bilingual Diploma %*獲 IB雙語文憑百分比* 68% 79% 72% 71% 76% 24%

No. of Students Entered應屆畢業人數 31 19 36 46 50 86,826

University Matriculations by Country 應屆畢業生升讀大學的地方

UK英國

24USA美國

18

Canada加拿大

5

Ireland愛爾蘭

2HK香港

1No. of Students 學生人數

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CHENG, BRIAN HAN-CHEN 鄭瀚真Harvard College and Berklee College of Music Dual Degree Programme in Economics and Music (Boston, Massachusetts, USA)

Throughout my 12 years at ISF, the school has supported and guided me in all of my musical endeavors. As part of the orchestra, the jazz band, and later my own rock band, I had many opportunities to perform live at school events, including assemblies, Jam Days, open days, and music competitions. We even went abroad to participate in music festivals in Beijing and Shanghai. The school offers high-quality private lessons for students, and loans us instruments and equipment to learn, practice, and record.

2017年暑假，我參加了弘立書院舉辦的「李約瑟研究學院」研習活動，為期四週，在英國劍橋大學研究自己所選擇的關於中國歷史、藝術、文化或文學的主題。我研究的題目是唐代的琵琶以及著名琵琶音樂家的身份和背景，研究的材料包括古詩、樂譜和古書，並將研究結果寫成了一篇學術論文。這個研習活動增進了我對中國文化和音樂的認識和興趣，令我獲益良多。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Economics, English Language and Literature A, Mathematics

Standard Level:Chinese Language and Literature A, History, Physics

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CHAN, ALEXANDRA 陳頌禮The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA)

ISF encourages students to push themselves in all aspects, including leadership. With the support of my teachers, I have taken on various leadership roles, with each role having successively more responsibility than the last. In Grade 9, I was the Homeroom Representative; in Grade 10 the Grade Level Leader; and in Grade 11 the Deputy Head Girl. From these learning experiences, I pushed myself beyond the walls of ISF in my final year and created MARE, a non-profit organization that aims to educate Hong Kong’s youth about ocean sustainability through organizing week-long programs to Lizard Island Research Station on the Great Barrier Reef.

弘立書院鼓勵學生在校內外都為社會做貢獻，助人為樂。在校內：我協助老師，為一些拉丁文初學者提供了四年的補習；除此之外，我也當了三年的學生領袖。在校外：學校組織了一些活動支持我們去幫助發展中國家，我參加了幫助一個患有結核症的柬埔寨女孩蓋房子，也為受旱災影響的柬埔寨人提供了水泵和濾水器；我還參加了尼泊爾地震募捐活動。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Chinese B, Economic, Mathematics

Standard Level:English Literature A, Latin, Physics

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FONTAINE, KIRA 方賢雅Dartmouth College(Hanover, New Hampshire, USA)

Many schools believe there is a trade-off between academic and athletic excellence; ISF is not one of them. As a competitive netball player, when I voiced my concerns regarding my ability to undergo a rigorous training regime and compete in international tournaments, alongside the demands of the IB curriculum, I was met with support from my teachers, Heads of House and Grade-Level Leaders. Their guidance provided me with the tools I needed to excel in both areas, allowing me to be a member of the US Netball Team and maintain my academic standards.

從小學開始，弘立一貫支持學生雙語雙文化的學習成長。無論是在課堂裏研習中西方文學、弘立「八德一智」的美德，亦或是在體育課學習傳統的中國舞龍，還是到中國各地旅行，弘立學生都有各種各樣的機會更好地了解中西文化，擴展他們的視野。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Chinese B, Economics, English Literature A

Standard Level:History, Mathematics, Physics

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LAU, MARCO 劉卓恆Engineering, University of Cambridge (Cambridge, UK)

At ISF Academy, our education is not limited to the classroom. In Grade 10, through the Experiential Learning Program, we traveled to Thailand to teach primary students English and refurbish their school. We had the opportunity to experience the life less fortunate children are living. The experience has helped me become more aware of global issues, such as poverty, and inspires me to be a responsible global citizen.

武術是中國的國粹。「武」字拆開是「止戈」，對應了弘立「八德一智」中的「和」。武術是弘立中國文化教育中不可或缺的一部分。作為武術隊的一份子，我深深體會到武術修身養性、培養時間管理和責任心的好處，讓我從學業、生活和體育中找到了平衡，鑄造了今天的我。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Economics, Mathematics, Physics

Standard Level:Chemistry, Chinese Language and Literature A, English Language and Literature A

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WONG, JADE LOK YU 王樂瑜Architecture, University College London (London, UK)

Design Technology was one of my favorite classes. The course content provided insight into various manufacturing techniques, user considerations and more. It allowed me to use my skills in drawing and expression to ideate. I particularly enjoyed my internal assessment project, where I applied the content and skills learnt to explore how a simple household product could encourage composting. The practical and challenging nature of the subject appealed to my interests, inspiring me to pursue architecture in university.

我於2017、2018年兩次參加了美國地球物理聯合會的展會。其中，我展示了本人對香港兩棲動物是否攜帶壺菌病的研究。這次經驗不僅讓我學會了詳盡科研的執行方法，更為我提供了一次可以向世界各地的科學家學習的平台，令我發現了可持續性發展的重要性。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Business Management, Chinese B, Visual Arts

Standard Level:Design Technology, English Literature A, Mathematics

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LI, JOHNSON 李嘉辰Engineering, University of Cambridge(Cambridge, UK)

Leading up to my first university application deadline of October 15 for Cambridge, I was feeling very apprehensive. I can still vividly remember spending two solid hours in Mr. Yau’s office one late afternoon going through every single personal detail and each paragraph of my personal statement. The same care and guidance from the counsellors continued throughout the entire application season, until all the universities made their decisions. Without the strong support provided by the entire University Guidance Counselling team, I wouldn’t have made it this far.

十年級末才轉學弘立的我很幸運，能在畢業前結識了這麼多好友、負責任的老師。在學習的忙碌中，他們的陪伴時刻提醒著，我並不是在孤軍奮戰。我亦學會了在生活中為自己找大大小小的「盼頭」，這樣便有了繼續為未來認真付出的動力。



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WOODS, WILLIAM 趙澤林Visual Effects for Film and Television, University of Hertfordshire (Hatfield, UK)

I first gained an interest in Visual Effects in a Design class at our school. This subject introduced me to 3D modelling and the Design Cycle. My teachers always encouraged me to be imaginative and I very much enjoyed the creative process. When it came time to selecting a university, choosing Visual Effects as the course to pursue was an easy decision as it allows me to use my creativity to bring realism to the movies.

我在弘立學習大約六年。在這六年中，對我來說最要向學習支援組表達感謝。當我設計科上遇到了困難，找不到人討論我的設計作品並給我帶來壓力時，是學習支援組及時給我提供了支持。在他們的幫助下，使我有機會升讀到心儀的大學。誠摯地感謝學習支援組在我就讀弘立期間，從多方面給我提供了切實的幫助與支持。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Chinese B, Design Technology, Visual Arts

Standard Level:Business Management, English Language and Literature A, Mathematical Studies

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HUANG, JENNY 黄鈺涵Environmental Policy with Economics, London School of Economics and Political Science (London, UK)

One of my most enriching experiences at ISF was the opportunity to participate in The ISF Academy Needham Research Institute summer program at Cambridge, UK. Under the supervision of the Shuyuan instructors, I conducted extensive research in the history of global economic development. This furthered my interest in this field and cemented my decision to read economics at university. I genuinely enjoyed my time in Cambridge as I was able to experience university life while immersing myself in a friendly and supportive learning environment.

我在弘立書院度過了四年的學生生活，在這裏的每一天都讓我難以忘懷。我格外喜歡校園的學習環境，老師充滿愛心，學生之間互相幫助，課堂上洋溢著輕鬆、愉悅的交流與探討。同時學校重視學生的興趣與實踐，提供定期的課外研習活動，通過實踐了解各地的文化特色。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Economics, English B, Geography

Standard Level:Chinese Language and Literature A, Mathematics, Physics

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DP Subjects:Higher Level:Chemistry, English Literature A, Psychology

Standard Level:Biology, Chinese Language and Literature A, Mathematics

WONG, YIK LOK 黃益樂Life Science, University of Toronto(Toronto, Canada)

I had the opportunity to present my findings on the water quality of aquatic habitats around Hong Kong at the American Geophysical Union (AGU) Fall Meeting in San Francisco. My experiences at the AGU Meeting opened my eyes to the global scientific community and how scientists and academics interact and share their discoveries with the world. A recurring theme of the convention that I noticed was the impact the various findings had on humans and I realized that scientists will always be leading the battle against climate change and other current issues.

我去泰國清邁的旅行是我第一次以服務為目的的旅行。在這段時間裏，我最享受的經歷是與當地孩子的互動，並試圖了解他們的處境，同時希望讓他們意識到英語學習的重要性。但是，一到兩次的互動不足以產生持久的影響，因此這啟發了我從事旨在為英語教育提供可持續援助的計劃。

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SAUNDERS, JADE 孫玉丹Economics-Accounting, Claremont McKenna College (Claremont, California, USA)

I am grateful to have spent the past 12 years growing up within ISF’s tight-knit and supportive community. I am thankful for my friends and classmates who were always there for me, teachers who believed in me throughout DP, and ISF swim coaches for their unwavering support and encouragement.

Fond memories created on ELP trips to Dunhuang, Cambodia and New Zealand will always have a special place in my heart. From camping in the desert to bungee jumping, completing rewarding service work, teaching and interacting with children in rural villages… ELP’s were always a highlight of my school year.

作為一位火社成員，我深深體會到「眾人拾柴火焰高」的重要性和力量，我非常喜歡通過火社成員的身份去認識來自不同年紀的新朋友。我很高興在過去的四年中能帶領火社的成員們參與不同的活動和挑戰，讓我印象最深刻的經歷是幫助社屋組織參與我最喜歡的兩項社屋比賽活動：體育日和游泳比賽。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Biology, Business Management, Chinese B

Standard Level:English Language and Literature A, Geography, Mathematics

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IP, MARCO 葉柏熹Biotechnology, Imperial College London (London, UK)

The ISF Academy has given me many opportunities to discover and pursue my academic interests. I remember having no idea what I would like to do at university when I decided to participate in an American Geophysical Union (AGU) conference.

I worked with a Hong Kong start-up company to conduct research on how the chemical composition of lithium-ion batteries affected their lifespans. At the AGU conference, I had discussions with working scientists about my findings. It was inspiring to see how the scientific knowledge I acquired in classrooms could be applied to make the world a better place and I became fascinated with this field. I am thankful that ISF does not limit student learning to textbooks and classrooms, and instead extends our horizons to become open-minded learners.

弘立書院讓學生們能夠在一個雙語、多元文化的學習環境下成長。國際文憑大學預科的一門核心科目－知識論，是為了讓學生反思和認證我們對事物的認知。並且，在弘立書院的知識論課程更是中英雙語的。知識論的課堂非常具互動性，學生和老師經常會出現既有深度又有趣的辯論。

我對數學的起源、演變以及應用尤其感興趣，並從中獲益良多。在課堂探討多種文化背景、價值觀對學科的影響，使我的批判性思維得以強化，能夠虛心接受新的知識。在弘立書院所受到的教育，為我的大學旅途提供了充分的準備與穩固的基礎，讓我持有了更積極、更認真的學習態度。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Business Management, Chemistry, Mathematics

Standard Level:Biology, Chinese Language and Literature A, English Language and Literature A

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ZHAO, MANDY 趙敏辰Sociology, The University of Chicago (Chicago, Illinois, USA)

The ISF Academy is an institution that has not only fostered my intellectual curiosity and academic goals but also my artistic and creative capabilities. Ever since primary school, I have been exposed to a diverse range of art courses and extracurricular activities, ranging from afterschool Chinese calligraphy ( 書法 ) and painting ( 國畫 ) classes to weekly drama lessons. The experienced and supportive arts faculty at the academy has shaped me into the person I am today, and for that, I am extremely grateful.

弘立書院對我的教育並沒被地點或學年而局限。暑假期間，弘立仍然有許多課程可讓學生們報名學習。對我影響最深的是參加英國劍橋李約瑟研究所的研修項目。在一個月內，我和同學們走遍了倫敦的各個博物館、劍橋的學院和研究所的圖書館，最終寫出一篇足以登於研究期刊的報告。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Economics, English Literature A, Theatre


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DP Subjects:Higher Level:Biology, Chemistry, Chinese B

Standard Level:English Language and Literature A, Mathematics, Psychology

SAUNDERS, BRENDAN 孫博丹Medicine, University College Dublin(Dublin, Ireland)

I am thankful for having been privileged to spend 12 years at ISF, a school made special by its safe and supportive environment. I am grateful for science teachers who guided the discovery of my passion for medicine, Chinese teachers who taught me the value of hard work and drama teachers who provided me with unforgettable opportunities. I still remember the feeling of breathless elation, pride and unity as we, the cast of ISF’s Aladdin Production, stood in front of an admiring audience. I was then only in Grade 5, and was fortunate to replicate those euphoric feelings six more times at ISF.

我在弘立書院度過了12年的美好時光。在這裏，我每天都被老師們無微不至的關懷和同學們的友善包圍著。在我遇到任何挑戰的時候，他們都給予了我最大的支持和鼓勵。在弘立這個非常有安全感的環境中，我發掘到自己對表演的熱誠和喜愛，讓我從一名五年級時對表演懵懵懂懂的小演員成長為一名7次參與弘立製作表演的「資深演員」。每次在台上的表演讓我至今都歷歷在目，那份在舞台上的感動和成就感給我留下了無比難忘的回憶。

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LEE, JOHN 李丞鎮Interior Design, Pratt Institute(New York City, New York, USA)

Since Grade 9, I have had the pleasure of working with the most compassionate and supportive University Guidance Counseling (UGC) teachers as they walked me through the journey of learning about and applying to universities. Specifically, during the UGC sessions on US universities, the counsellor taught me how best to approach and answer the various online application questions and how to ensure my application was cohesive and complete. Knowing all the university requirements of the US universities I was interested in enabled me to receive an offer from my dream school.

設計是我最喜歡的科目。從六年級開始上設計課的時候，我就感覺到設計課可以完全展示我的創造力。在這個學科，老師注重於個人的想法，學生需要運用創造性和直覺來顯現出自己的設計與風格。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Business Management, Chinese B, Design Technology

Standard Level:English Language and Literature A, Mathematical Studies, Visual Arts

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WONG, WAYLON 王煒樑Mechanical Engineering, University of Bath (Bath, UK)

Math is a subject that can open a lot of doors when one excels at it, but at the same time, it is also challenging to most students. The course covers a lot of content, a lot of new concepts which are hard to get our heads around. At ISF, our class discussions and activities not only make math learning more interactive, students are also encouraged to share ideas and assist each other, allowing us to grow cohesively as an academic unit.

學生越接近中學生涯的結束越會對自己的將來有種種的擔憂。我們學校的UGC團隊陪伴學生在高中這繁忙的時期中度過報大學的這個難關，幫助學生找到一組自己既喜歡又可以升讀的大學。其中，UGC不僅提供香港本地大學的資料，也會舉辦一些外埠大學的講座，幫助每位學生找到心儀的大學。



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WONG, GABBY SUM YIN 黃琛然Commerce, University of British Columbia (Vancouver, Canada)

ISF is home to an incredibly supportive and welcoming community. It is where I met lifelong friends that I have laughed, cried, and grown up with, teachers who always take the extra time and effort to answer our questions, and other faculty members who always strive to better our daily school life. I am extremely grateful to ISF and its community for igniting my passion for learning and for shaping me into the individual I am today.

弘立書院的雙語教育融合了中西方的文化。學生們瞭解弘立自己的文化，以及世界各地不同的文化，讓我們的視野更廣闊。弘立的核心價值「八德一智」也根植於中華文化。這些價值觀塑造了我們的品格，使我們成為積極、善良、尊敬的學生。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Business Management, English Literature A, Psychology


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FUNG, SCOTT 馮鉦翔Architecture, Rhode Island School of Design(Providence, Rhode Island, USA)

Design technology is by far my favorite subject in secondary school. I will forever be grateful to ISF’s amazing teachers who nurtured my passion, helped me grow as a learner, and enabled me to develop a solid foundation in this field for my future as an aspiring architect. The school has always embraced a collaborative culture where students can help each other, a skill that is essential in creative fields. I also loved the school's resources that allowed me to pursue and build even the most ambitious projects.

弘立書院的學習生活，令我們能夠用中英雙語雙方文化的視野，探索世界。弘立書院注重「八德一智」，讓每一位學生全面發展。我們學生都具有同心奮鬥的精神，一起戰勝學習的困難。十分感謝弘立書院的老師，他們細心地幫助每一位學生。我為是弘立大家庭的一份子而感到非常榮幸。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Business Management, English Language B, Visual Arts

Standard Level:Chinese Language and Literature A, Design Technology, Mathematics

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LE, SIWEI 樂思維Human, Social, and Political Sciences, University of Cambridge (Cambridge, UK)

Theory of Knowledge (TOK), one of the core requirements of the IB diploma, was one of the most challenging courses for me. I am not a philosophical person and initially struggled to grasp the essence of TOK. However, over time and under the guidance of my teacher, I found myself subconsciously linking content from other subjects to theories from TOK and started to see the overall implications or the big picture. Looking back, I realize that TOK has provided me with a very much needed skillset.

對我而言，圖書館就是一個小小的隱世桃源。當學校的其他地方都充滿了熱鬧的同學們時，圖書館是一個能夠讓我尋找寧靜、專心做事的地方。每逢自習課，我便去圖書館找一張附近沒人的桌子，然後開始學習。雖然同樣是身處校園，圖書館的氛圍卻能讓我減壓，讓我更輕鬆地應對學校功課。

DP Subjects:Higher Level:Business Management, Chinese Language and Literature A, English Language and Literature A

Standard Level:Biology, History, Mathematics

Ontario College of Art and Design University

Parsons School of Design

Pepperdine University (2)

Pratt Institute

Providence College (2)

Purdue University

Queen Mary University of London (3)

Queen’s University (2)

Rhode Island School of Design

Rice University

Rochester Institute of Technology

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)

Royal Holloway, University of London

Ryerson University

Sarah Lawrence College

Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD), Hong Kong

School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) (2)

SOAS University of London

Syracuse University

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

The Courtauld Institute of Art

The George Washington University

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (6)

The University of British Columbia (7)

The University of Chicago

The University of Edinburgh (5)

The University of Hong Kong (12)

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