Annual Appreciation Dinner of Diocesan Schools for the 2024/2025 Academic Year
2024/2025學年教區學校學年答謝宴 (天主教週報「號角報」 2025年7月25日報導)
為感謝教區直屬的九所學校領導人員在過去學年的辛勤付出與無私奉獻，澳門教區天主教教育委員會於二零二五年七月十七日，假好世界酒樓舉行2024/2025學年的教區學校學年答謝晚宴。
To express profound gratitude for the unwavering dedication and selfless service of educational leaders from the nine Diocesan Schools throughout the 2024/2025 academic year, the Diocesan Catholic Education Commission (C.D.E.C) hosted its Annual Appreciation Dinner on 17 July 2025 at Restaurante Beautiful World in the Centro Comercial Jardim da Cidade.
晚宴由教區首牧李斌生主教主禮，邀請到中央人民政府駐澳門聯絡辦教育與青年工作部李勇先副部長及張傳偉處長、教育及青年發展局梁怡安代廳長等嘉賓蒞臨，一同向在場的各校校監、校長、中高層管理人員及校董會成員等代表表達謝意，亦與各校人員共同回顧與分享年間的努力成果與感想點滴，藉以彼此激勵互勉。
The distinguished gathering was presided over by the Most Reverend Bishop Stephen Lee Bun-Sang and attended by prominent guests, including Department Deputy Director Li Yongxian and Division Head Zhang Chuanwei from the Department of Education and Youth Work of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Macao SAR, as well as Acting Director Leong I On of the Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ). School supervisors, principals, senior and middle management personnel, and school managing committee members from across the Diocesan Schools came together to reflect on the year's achievements, share insights, and foster mutual encouragement for the educational journey ahead.
教青局梁怡安代廳長致辭時表示，教區是堅實和可靠的合作伙伴，尤其近年在收生學額及融合教育方面，得到很多所教區學校的配合與支持，幫助不少學生和家長解決難題，期望日後聽取更多工作上的優化意見。此外，了解到教區有學校近年創設了英文部，除了專為學生提供一些國際化課程外，更積極與內地姐妹學校進行師生交流活動，故此期望今後與教區繼續維持良好合作關係，為教育工作盡心貢獻。
In his address, Acting Director Leong I On commended the Diocese as a steadfast and invaluable partner of the Bureau, highlighting how numerous Diocesan Schools have demonstrated exceptional co-operation and support in critical initiatives, particularly in school admissions and inclusive education that have significantly benefited students and families facing various challenges. He welcomed continued dialogue and suggestions for enhancing collaborative efforts. Director Leong also recognised the strategic establishment of English sections in select Diocesan Schools, which provide students with internationally-oriented curricula while facilitating meaningful educational exchanges between local educators and their counterparts from sister schools in mainland China. He expressed enthusiasm for deepening this collaborative partnership in advancing educational excellence.
而於晚宴中段，亦邀請了區志權校長向大家分享其首年任職聖瑪大肋納學校的一些經歷與感受。區校長首先感謝教青局及中聯辦的指導、以及教區八名校長慷慨分享經驗，讓其順利渡過這十個月而不感到弧單。由於過往較長時間任職於大學及中學，未曾正式接觸過小學、幼兒乃至融合教育管理，經過一年的實踐與嘗試，有感現時已漸上軌道。同時，幸得高燕嫦校監的體察、加上兩位副校長的同行和李主教的引領及賞識，讓其從服務年輕人中獲得了自我實現的機會，時間過得既愉快且充實。
A highlight of the evening featured Principal Dr. Ao Chi Kun sharing his reflections on his inaugural year leading Escola de Santa Madalena. Dr. Ao extended heartfelt appreciation to DSEDJ and the Liaison Office for their invaluable guidance, and to his eight fellow Diocesan Principals whose generous mentorship and experience-sharing ensured he never felt isolated in his new role. Transitioning from his background in university and secondary education, this marked his first leadership experience in managing a primary school with kindergarten facilities that provides comprehensive inclusive education services. After a full year of hands-on practice and thoughtful adaptation, he expressed confidence in mastering the operational rhythms of his school. Dr. Ao also acknowledged the astute guidance of Supervisor Ms Stella Kou In-Seong, the steadfast support of his two vice-principals, and Bishop Stephen Lee's inspirational leadership and recognition, all of which have enabled him to find deep fulfillment in serving young learners, making his tenure both professionally rewarding and personally enriching.
與此同時，答謝宴期間更特別安排了致敬的環節，李主教代表教區向即將離任並離澳的聖若瑟國際托兒所院長Nair Cardoso女士致贈聖家聖像，以感謝這五年間她對托兒所的傑出貢獻，同時衷心寄語其家庭美滿、平安和睦。
The evening concluded with a special recognition ceremony in which the Most Reverend Bishop, representing the Diocese, presented a commemorative statue of the Holy Family to Ms Nair Cardoso, the departing Director of St Joseph International Nursery (C.I.S.J.), who will soon be relocating from Macau. This presentation honoured her exceptional contributions and dedicated service to the nursery over the past five years. The Diocese extended its warmest wishes to Ms Cardoso for continued happiness and harmony in her family life abroad.
