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Business Wire
8 hours ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Llama Group SA: Convening Notice to the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to Be Held on August 28, 2025
The Board of Directors of Llama Group SA (the ' Company ') (Paris: ALLAM) (Brussels: ALLAM) is pleased to invite shareholders to attend the extraordinary general meeting of shareholders to be held on (Belgian time) at the Company's headquarters. This extraordinary general meeting is convened following the absence of a quorum at the first meeting held on August 07, 2025, in accordance with Article 28 of the company's articles of association. The agenda remains unchanged. Agenda and proposed decisions Issuance of subscription rights Agenda (i) Review of the special report of the board of directors prepared in accordance with Articles 7:180 in conjunction with 7:179, 7:191 and 7:193 of the Companies and Associations Code relating to the issue of (x) 833,334 subscription rights in favor of Alumni Capital Limited, with its registered office at 601 Brickell Key Dr Suite 700, Miami, FL 33131, United States of America ('Alumni'); and (y) 833,334 subscription rights in favor of L1 Capital Global Opportunities Master Fund, with its registered office at 161A Shedden Road, 1 Artillery Court, PO Box 10085, Grand Cayman KY1-1001, Cayman Islands ('L1 Capital'), entitling each to subscribe, upon exercise, for 833,334 new shares; (ii) Review of the special report of the auditor prepared in accordance with Articles 7:180 in conjunction with 7:179, 7:191, and 7:193 of the Companies and Associations Code relating to the issuance of 833,334 subscription rights in favor of Alumni and 833,334 subscription rights in favor of L1 Capital, allowing each to subscribe, upon exercise, to 833,334 new shares; (iii) Issuance of 833,334 subscription rights in favor of Alumni, and decision on a possible deferred capital increase resulting therefrom, with the removal, in the interest of the company, of the preemptive rights of the company's existing shareholders; immediate allocation and acceptance; (iv) Issuance of 833,334 subscription rights in favor of L1 Capital, and decision on a possible deferred capital increase resulting therefrom, with the removal, in the interest of the company, of the preemptive rights of the company's existing shareholders; immediate allocation and acceptance; (v) Powers. Proposed decisions First resolution: Acknowledgment of special reports The general meeting exempts the chairman from reading: - the special report of the board of directors prepared in accordance with Articles 7:180 in conjunction with 7:179, 7:191 and 7:193 of the Companies and Associations Code relating to the issue of (x) 833,334 subscription rights in favor of Alumni Capital Limited, with its registered office at 601 Brickell Key Dr Suite 700, Miami, FL 33131, United States of America ('Alumni'); and (y) 833,334 subscription rights in favor of L1 Capital Global Opportunities Master Fund, with its registered office at 161A Shedden Road, 1 Artillery Court, PO Box 10085, Grand Cayman KY1-1001, Cayman Islands ('L1 Capital'), allowing each to subscribe, upon exercise, for 833,334 new shares; - the special report of the auditor prepared in accordance with Articles 7:180 in conjunction with 7:179, 7:191 and 7:193 of the Companies and Associations Code relating to the issue of 833,334 subscription rights in favor of Alumni and 833,334 subscription rights in favor of L1 Capital, allowing each to subscribe, if exercised, to 833,334 new shares. Each shareholder acknowledges having had the opportunity to review these reports. A copy of these reports will be filed with the clerk of the Brussels Commercial Court at the same time as a copy of this document. Second resolution: Issuance and allocation of subscription rights Issuance of subscription rights The general meeting decides to issue, under the conditions set out in the board of directors' report referred to above, of 833,334 subscription rights in favor of Alumni, enabling it to subscribe to 833,334 new shares in the company, identical to the existing shares, with the rights conferred on them by the articles of association and which will participate in dividends declared after the date of exercise of the subscription rights. To this end, the general meeting decides to cancel, in the interest of the company, the pre-emptive rights of the company's existing shareholders. The general meeting decides to issue, under the conditions set out in the above-mentioned report of the board of directors, of 833,334 subscription rights in favor of L1 Capital, enabling it to subscribe to 833,334 new shares in the company, identical to the existing shares, with the rights conferred on them by the articles of association and which will participate in dividends declared after the date of exercise of the subscription rights. To this end, the general meeting decides to cancel, in the interest of the company, the pre-emptive rights of the company's existing shareholders. Allocation and acceptance of subscription rights The general meeting decides that 833,334 subscription rights shall be allocated free of charge to Alumni, represented as stated above, which immediately and expressly accepts this allocation in its entirety. The general meeting decides that 833,334 subscription rights shall be allocated free of charge to L1 Capital, represented as stated, which immediately and expressly accepts this allocation in its entirety. Terms and conditions of capital increases The general meeting decides to increase the company's capital, in one or more installments, subject to the condition precedent of the exercise of subscription rights, up to the number of subscription rights exercised multiplied by their exercise price. Any capital increases will result in the issuance of 833,334 new shares for Alumni and 833,334 new shares for L1 Capital. In accordance with Article 7:187 of the Companies and Associations Code, capital increases resulting from the exercise of subscription rights will be recorded in notarized deeds drawn up at the request of the board of directors upon presentation of a statement of exercised subscription rights. The formalities for authentic recording will be carried out by the board of directors or by any special representative duly authorized for this purpose, upon the exercise of subscription rights, and will entail the amendment of the clauses of the articles of association relating to the amount of capital and the number of shares representing it. Third resolution: Powers The general meeting authorizes each director and Mr. Olivier Van Gulck, CFO, each acting alone and with the power of substitution, to register the Warrants in a register of subscription rights established for this purpose, and to date and sign said registrations. The general meeting grants power to each director and to Mr. Olivier Van Gulck, CFO, each of whom may act alone and with the power of substitution, to have the exercise of subscription rights, the corresponding increase in the company's capital, and the number of new shares issued in consideration thereof, as well as the resulting amendments to the articles of association, duly recorded. 1. Approval of the Loan Agreement entered into on April 25, 2025 between Maxximum SA and the Company, and in particular the contribution of Maxximum SA's claim on the Company arising from the said Loan Agreement and the formula on the basis of which the number of shares to be issued to Maxximum SA in connection with the said contribution will be calculated. Agenda 1.1. Pursuant to a Loan Agreement entered into on April 25, 2025 between the Company and Maxximum SA (the 'Loan Agreement'), Maxximum SA will sell a maximum of 1,307,818 shares of the Company that it owns during the year 2025. Immediately after each sale, 90% of the proceeds from each of these sales will be made available to the Company in the form of a loan to finance its development (the remaining 10% will be used to cover the costs associated with the implementation of the transaction). Maxximum SA's claim on the Company arising from this loan will be contributed to the Company's capital by December 31, 2025, at the latest. 1.2. As indicated in the press release published by the Company on April 25, 2025, Maxximum SA and the Company have agreed that the number of shares to be issued to Maxximum SA in connection with the contribution of Maxximum SA's claim on the Company arising from the Loan Agreement will be determined on the basis of the volume-weighted average price of sales initiated by Maxximum SA under the Loan Agreement, less 3%. 1.3. Due to the potential conflict of interest that may exist with regard to Mr. Alexandre Saboundjian and Ms. Pioch, directors of Maxximum SA and the Company, the Company's board of directors, in accordance with best practices and the spirit of Article 7:96 of the Code of Companies and Associations, has decided to submit for approval of the Company's general meeting of shareholders the Loan Agreement entered into on April 25, 2025 between Maxximum SA and the Company, and in particular the contribution of Maxximum SA's claim on the Company arising from the said Loan Agreement and the formula on the basis of which the number of shares to be issued to Maxximum SA in connection with the said contribution will be calculated. Proposed decision The general meeting resolves to approve the Loan Agreement entered into on April 25, 2025 between Maxximum SA and the Company, as well as all of its terms and conditions. The general meeting specifically approves the contribution of Maxximum SA's claim on the Company arising from the said Loan Agreement and the formula according to which the number of shares to be issued to Maxximum SA in connection with the contribution of Maxximum SA's claim on the Company arising from the Loan Agreement will be determined on the basis of the volume-weighted average price of sales initiated by Maxximum SA under the Loan Agreement, less 3%. In order to be validly adopted, the resolutions listed under item 1 of the agenda of the Extraordinary General Meeting require a quorum of half of the share capital and approval by a majority of three-quarters of the votes cast at the Extraordinary General Meeting. The resolutions listed under item 2 do not require any quorum and must be approved by an absolute majority of the votes present or represented at the Extraordinary General Meeting. In accordance with Article 7:153 of the Belgian Companies and Associations Code, no attendance quorum is required for this second Extraordinary General Meeting convened with the same agenda. As the Extraordinary General Meeting held on August 7, 2025, was unable to validly deliberate on first convening due to the lack of a quorum representing at least half of the share capital, this new Extraordinary General Meeting, to be held on August 28, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. (Belgian time), may validly deliberate on the same items, regardless of the proportion of the share capital represented. Participation formalities To attend the extraordinary general meeting, shareholders must comply with the following provisions: In accordance with Article 25, first paragraph of the Company's articles of association, owners of registered shares who wish to attend the extraordinary general meeting or who wish to be represented there must inform the board of directors no later than Thursday , August 21, 2025 by email to legal@ In accordance with Article 25, second paragraph of the Company's articles of association, owners of dematerialized shares who wish to attend the extraordinary general meeting or who wish to be represented there, must deposit at the Company's registered office or send by email to legal@ no later than Thursday, August 21, 2025, a certificate issued by their approved financial institution certifying the unavailability of the dematerialized shares until the closing of the general meeting. Individuals participating in the meeting as owners of securities, agents or organs of a legal entity must be able to prove their identity in order to gain access to the meeting. Representatives of legal entities must provide documents establishing their status as organs or special agents. Participants are invited to come to the Company's headquarters on August 28, 2025 between 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. to complete the registration formalities. Each shareholder may be represented at the general meeting by a proxy . Original proxies, drawn up in accordance with the model prescribed by the Company, must be submitted to the Company's registered office no later than Thursday, August 21, 2025. Proxies may also be sent no later than Thursday, August 21, 2025 by email to legal@ provided that the signed originals are submitted to the office of the general meeting at the latest before the start of the meeting. The proxies, drawn up in accordance with the model prescribed by the Company, are available on the Company's website at Shareholders' Right to Ask Questions In accordance with Article 7: 139 of the Companies and Associations Code, a shareholder may submit written questions to the directors and/or the auditor prior to the extraordinary general meeting. These questions must be submitted by Thursday, August 21, 2025, by email to legal@ Shareholder questions will only be considered if the shareholder has complied with all admission formalities to participate in the general meeting. Available documents All documents relating to the extraordinary general meeting that the law requires to be made available to shareholders may be consulted on the Company's website at the following address: from the publication of this notice. A copy of these documents will also be sent by email to shareholders who, no later than seven days before the extraordinary general meeting, have completed the formalities to be admitted to the general meeting. For the Board of Directors, Alexandre Saboundjian, Managing Director
Economic Times
29-07-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
University of Glasgow invites applications for 2025 MBA scholarship
The University of Glasgow is inviting applications for its MBA Scholarship for the September 2025 intake. Aimed at supporting high-achieving and self-funded candidates from around the world, the scholarship package includes both full and partial tuition fee waivers. Applicants must first secure an offer for the MBA programme before being considered for financial support. The Glasgow MBA Scholarship is offered to recognise outstanding academic and professional profiles. It also supports the university's goals of diversity, equality and inclusion. The available funding includes a small number of full tuition scholarships, a variety of partial scholarships covering up to 50% of tuition fees, and a special scholarship for women in partnership with the 30% Club. One full-fee scholarship is reserved for an exceptional woman applicant, in collaboration with the global campaign that promotes gender diversity at senior levels of business. Eligibility criteria for applicants To be considered for the scholarship, candidates must have a strong academic background, typically a first-class honours degree, or an excellent professional track record. Candidates must also have completed the MBA interview stage and received either an unconditional offer or an offer conditional only upon meeting English language requirements (IELTS).Applicants' financial circumstances may also be taken into account during the assessment. Importantly, only those who have already applied to the MBA programme are eligible to submit the scholarship application. No fixed deadlines, but early applications encouraged There is no formal deadline to apply for the Glasgow MBA Scholarship. However, since the funds are limited and awarded on a rolling basis, candidates are advised to apply as early as possible. Applications are reviewed based on both the scholarship application form and the MBA decisions are typically communicated within five working days following the MBA interview for eligible applicants. Application Process To apply, candidates must first complete their MBA application through the University of Glasgow's online system. After receiving their MBA interview result and conditional or unconditional offer, they can submit the scholarship application form through the Applicant Self-Service portal. Applicants are also encouraged to contact the admissions team at business-mba-recruitment@ for guidance regarding the MBA programme and scholarship process. Any queries specifically about scholarship eligibility can be directed to scholarships@ Scholarships not combinable with other discounts The University of Glasgow notes that its scholarships cannot be combined with other internal or external sponsorships or discounts, except the university's Alumni Discount. If a student qualifies for multiple scholarships, the one with the lower value will be removed from their university has stated that the scholarship programme is focused on supporting as many self-funded students as possible. Open to candidates from across the globe The MBA scholarship is open to applicants from a wide list of countries and regions, including India, the United States, Nigeria, the United Arab Emirates, Australia, South Africa, and several others across Asia, Africa, the Americas and Europe. A–E F–J K–O P–T U–Z Afghanistan Falkland Islands Kazakhstan Pakistan Uganda Albania Fiji Kenya Palau Ukraine Algeria Finland Kiribati Palestine United Arab Emirates Andorra France Korea North Panama United States of America Angola Gabon Korea South Papua New Guinea Uruguay Anguilla Gambia Kosovo Paraguay Uzbekistan Antigua and Barbuda Georgia Kuwait Peru Vanuatu Argentina Germany Kyrgyzstan Philippines Vatican City Armenia Ghana Laos Poland Venezuela Australia Greece Latvia Portugal Vietnam Austria Grenada Lebanon Qatar Wales Azerbaijan Guatemala Lesotho Romania Yemen Bahamas Guinea Liberia Russia Zambia Bahrain Guinea Bissau Libya Rwanda Zimbabwe Bangladesh Guyana Liechtenstein Samoa Barbados Haiti Lithuania San Marino Belarus Honduras Luxembourg Sao Tome and Principe Belgium Hong Kong Macedonia Saudi Arabia Belize Hungary Madagascar Scotland Benin Iceland Malawi Senegal Bermuda India Malaysia Serbia Bhutan Indonesia Maldives Seychelles Bolivia Iran Mali Sierra Leone Bosnia and Herzegovina Iraq Malta Singapore Botswana Ireland Marshall Islands Slovakia Brazil Israel Mauritania Slovenia British Virgin Islands Italy Mauritius Solomon Islands Brunei Jamaica Mexico Somalia Bulgaria Japan Micronesia South Africa Burkina Faso Jordan Moldova South Sudan Burundi Monaco Spain Cambodia Mongolia Sri Lanka Cameroon Montenegro St Kitts and Nevis Canada Morocco St Lucia Cape Verde Mozambique St Vincent and the Grenadines Cayman Islands Myanmar Sudan Central African Republic Namibia Suriname Chad Nauru Sweden Chile Nepal Switzerland China Netherlands Syria Colombia New Zealand Taiwan Comoros Nicaragua Tajikistan Congo Niger Tanzania Congo Democratic Republic of Nigeria Thailand Costa Rica Northern Ireland Togo Cote d'Ivoire Norway Tonga Croatia Oman Trinidad and Tobago Cuba Tunisia Cyprus Turkey Czech Republic Turkmenistan Turks and Caicos Islands Tuvalu The scholarship applies only to the MBA (Master of Business Administration) programme scheduled to begin in September University of Glasgow's MBA programme is internationally recognised and aims to equip students with leadership, strategic thinking, and business transformation skills. Through these scholarships, the institution hopes to make the programme more accessible to outstanding candidates who may not otherwise be able to fund their studies.
Mint
10-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
Venture capital firms bet big on gambling. Now they're banking on addictions.
Alumni Ventures got in early on the sports betting trend. In 2017, the New Hampshire–based venture-capital firm was part of an initial round of investment that raised $2 million for Sleeper, a fantasy sports and betting app. Four years later, Sleeper was valued at $400 million. This past August, Alumni made a new bet—this time on gambling addiction treatment, investing $1.5 million in Kindbridge Behavioral Health. Alumni isn't the only one getting in on the pair trade. Bettor Capital, a VC firm devoted entirely to gambling, invested in Kindbridge in March. In all, Barron's identified six VC firms simultaneously invested in gambling and gambling treatment. Most didn't respond to requests for comment. The investment thesis is straightforward: As more people gamble, more will eventually develop a gambling problem and seek help. Venture-capital firms see the market for treatment growing in lockstep with the market for gambling. Tracy Barba, director of the Lucas Institute for Venture Ethics at Santa Clara University, says the paired investments are a clear 'conflict of interest" without historical precedent. 'Nobody's telling them they can't do this," Barba says. 'When there's no regulation, no rules, and there's no consequences or accountability, the only thing that is going to be driving their decision-making is internal revenue return." Boston-based Will Ventures has a stake in both Birches Health, a telehealth gambling treatment firm with an 'empathetic online care model," and a stake in BetHog, a crypto casino and sportsbook that calls itself 'nakedly degen," short for degenerate. All told, U.S. VC firms have invested $2 billion in gambling businesses since a U.S. Supreme Court ruling opened the door to nationwide sports betting in 2018, according to PitchBook. As a business, treating problem gambling is still in its early stages, with VCs generally participating in so-called seed round funding for treatment firms. As the gambling industry has realigned itself toward a younger audience that prefers virtual betting, treatment is becoming more tech-forward, too: Casinos and in-person therapy are out; smartphone bets and app-based recovery are in. Half of American men under 50 have an account on a digital sportsbook, according to a Siena College survey. The Lancet, a medical journal, estimates that 8.9% of adult sports bettors could have a gambling disorder. With the pool of gamblers growing, investors are doubling down on both betting and addiction treatment. General Catalyst, a Silicon Valley venture-capital firm with $36 billion in assets, participated in Sleeper's Series A, B, and C funding rounds, a spokesperson for General Catalyst confirmed. More recently, the firm invested in a seed round for Birches. Reva Nohria, a partner at General Catalyst who sits on Birches' board, said in an emailed statement that 'as gambling becomes more accessible—both legally and digitally—we expect demand for treatment to rise in parallel." The Sleeper app has been downloaded 9.5 million times globally, according to market intelligence firm Sensor Tower. More than a quarter of those downloads came last year, for a 25% year-over-year increase. Birches has also grown quickly since it was founded in 2023. By the end of the year, the firm expects to have more than 300 counselors specializing in gambling disorders, the largest such network in the U.S., the company says. As Barron's has previously reported, there is no federal funding for problem gambling services, while state grants are often mired in red tape. States spent less than 1% of their gambling tax revenue on problem gambling in 2023, according to the National Association of Administrators for Disordered Gambling Services. Business is stepping in to fill the gap. 'Private-sector solutions to most problems tend to be more efficient," says Nate Kline of Cistern Capital, a Birches investor that has limited its gambling investment to the treatment side of the equation. Birches and Kindbridge have two advantages that most companies would envy: a growing customer base inside a historically underserved market. 'The rise in access to online gambling was not initially met with corresponding innovation in clinical treatment," Birches CEO Elliott Rapaport told Barron's in an email. Cassie Puckett, a problem gambling counselor in Kentucky, says that in December she would typically see two patients a week through Birches. Now she sees eight to 10 a week. Birches says its providers completed 5,000 appointments last year and are on track to complete more than nine times that number in 2025. 'Telehealth is a much more scalable mental health solution," says Kindbridge CEO Daniel Umfleet. While venture capital's dual-sided approach to gambling may concern ethicists, those on the ground advocating for problem gambling say they can use all the help they can get. 'On balance, it's probably a good thing," says Keith Whyte, who spent 26 years as executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling. 'I hope that there is a lot more investment in responsible gambling. I'm not as concerned about the reasons why," Whyte says. 'The market's ripe. There's an opportunity to do well by doing good." VC partners have embraced that view. 'The reason I love venture capital as a field is because you can bring a lot of really positive things to market through good economics," says Keaton Nankivil, the senior principal at Alumni Ventures who coordinated its investment into Kindbridge Behavioral Health. 'If Sleeper is gonna be in the world," he says, 'I also want to put out the balancing force." To Nankivil, that balancing force is also the better investment right now. 'Whether I'm betting on FanDuel or Fanatics or DraftKings won't matter," he says. 'What I do believe is you're going to have a generation of people that are getting inundated with gambling and now need a solution for that." While Alumni's investment in Sleeper predated Nankivil's tenure at the firm, he recognizes the success of the original gambling investment. 'The tension in venture capital is that we have that fiduciary responsibility," he says. 'And daily fantasy sports or gaming was a way to make money for our investors. It's still a really positive investment for us." Those returns made investments in treatment possible, Nankivil says. 'Without Sleeper and the like, there is no Kindbridge." A similar dynamic has played out in state legislatures, where problem gambling treatment doesn't get approved without gambling expansions and the associated tax revenue. 'Very rarely does problem gambling legislation on its own succeed," says Whyte, now president of consultancy firm Safer Gambling Strategies. Whyte says there is opportunity in the mash-up of gambling and addiction treatment. Sleeper has made an early connection with Birches. The two General Catalyst-backed firms have a partnership in which Birches is 'providing virtual resources and care for Sleeper's community." Gambling and gambling treatment firms may benefit from data-sharing opportunities, Whyte says. Treatment firms could help fine-tune the algorithms used by gambling operators to identify at-risk bettors. He flags one worry: There need to be 'strong safeguards in place to prevent, for example, a gambling company mining data from a gambling addiction firm to try and hook people who have gambling problems." Write to
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Distinguished Almunus: Ashland's own Keisha Bahr making waves in marine science
Editor's note: The Ashland City Schools Foundation will host its 12th biennial Distinguished Alumni banquet Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Ashland University Convocation Center. Five inductees will be honored, bringing the total inducted since the first event in 2003 to 65. This week, the Ashland Times-Gazette is featuring information on one inductee online Monday-Friday. Dr. Keisha Bahr, a marine biologist from Ashland, discovered her passion for marine biology through the Tri-County Educational Service Center's marine biology course in her AP biology class. A transformative, weeklong field experience in the Florida Keys, where she first encountered the ocean, sparked her lifelong passion for marine science and coral reef conservation. After graduating in 2007, she moved to Florida and then Hawaii, becoming the first in her family to attend college. She earned a bachelor of science in marine biology in 2012 and a Ph.D. in zoology from the University of Hawaii in 2016. Bahr is a tenured associate professor of marine biology at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and the chair for Coral Reef and Ocean Health at the Harte Research Institute. As a leading expert in coral reef responses to environmental change, her research bridges academia, government agencies and local communities to develop innovative tools for coral reef restoration, preservation and management. She has secured over $6 million in research funding to support coral reef conservation efforts. Bahr has traveled globally, witnessing pristine coral reefs and observing firsthand the devastating effects of climate change. These experiences strengthened her resolve to protect coral ecosystems. She led Operation Coral Rescue, relocating over 300 corals from Florida to Texas during a marine heatwave to preserve the critically endangered Staghorn coral. The initiative earned national recognition and established her as a leader in coral conservation. As a council member of the International Coral Reef Society, Bahr helps shape global research and conservation strategies and has represented the society at the United Nations, advocating for stronger protection of coral reefs. She also is a pioneer in citizen science, developing coral color cards used in Hawaii, Tahiti and the Caribbean to help local communities monitor coral health. Bahr's mentorship has earned her the 2023 Outstanding Doctoral Mentor Award and the 2024 College of Science Teaching Excellence Award. She has trained more than 500 students through immersive field courses in Hawaii, Belize and Fiji, shaping the next generation of marine scientists and conservation leaders. This article originally appeared on Ashland Times Gazette: Keisha Bahr is Ashland City Schools Foundation Distinguished Alumus
Zawya
02-06-2025
- General
- Zawya
Creative Primary School and Creative Primary School's Kindergarten Celebrate 40th Anniversary with Successful Open Day
HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 2 June 2025 - On 24 May 2025, Creative Primary School (CPS) and Creative Primary School's Kindergarten (CPSKG) held a grand open day to celebrate their 40th anniversary, welcoming guests, parents, alumni, and community members. Nestled in the prestigious educational hub of Oxford Road, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong, China, these two institutions have, for four decades, served as distinguished private schools, delivering exceptional education and nurturing generations of outstanding students. Student-Led Exhibitions and Performances The day featured the IB PYP Units of Inquiry Exhibition, student-led research presentations, workshops, and performances, reflecting the school's commitment to holistic education. Parents explored the campus guided by students, while alumni reconnected with teachers. Special guests from the International Alliance for Invitational Education (IAIE) attended, highlighting the school's "Care, Respect, and Trust" "Sky of Growth" exhibition showcased child-led learning across subjects like English, Chinese, science, robotics, and art, embodying the philosophy of "Inspiring curiosity, nurturing explorers." Teachers guided students in constructing knowledge through research, fostering critical thinking and lifelong learning. Parents admired the children's creativity, witnessing the student-centered curriculum in action. An alumnus shared: "Returning to my alma mater let me see the school's ongoing innovation." Forty Years of Excellence Established in 1985, CPS and CPSKG have championed holistic education, aligning with Hong Kong's 2000 education reforms emphasizing critical thinking, character, and lifelong learning. With the later addition of Creative Secondary School (CSS), the institution now offers a seamless 3–18 education, blending Eastern and Western pedagogy. Global Recognition and Future Vision As an IB World School, the institution emphasizes inquiry-based learning, with trilingual (English, Chinese, Putonghua) foundations in early years and English-medium secondary education. Its " Inviting School Award" from IAIE underscores its nurturing environment. Mr. Victor Fong, Open Day Committee Chairman and School Supervisor, noted:"In an era of AI and rapid change, we remain committed to cultivating adaptable, compassionate leaders." He thanked faculty and parents for their support. The open day celebrated past achievements while marking a new chapter. The school invites the community to join its journey—inspiring future generations of learners. Factual Highlights of the Creative Schools Continuum Three Schools ‧ One Philosophy ‧ One Continuum The motto of Creative Schools Continuum is "Nurture Future Minds * Build Boundless Capacity", highlighting the continuum's foresights and insights of quality education and our commitments to our students and parents. Creative Primary School and Creative Secondary School are award-winning "Inviting Schools". The award recognizes the schools' commitments to providing an exceptionally caring, trusting, respectful and positive learning environment for its students and staff. As International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools, Creative Primary and Creative Secondary Schools offer the IB Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) respectively. Creative Secondary School also offers the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary School Examination (HKDSE) course in parallel with the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) as pathways to university entrances. Hashtag: #CSS #CPS #CPSKG #CreativeSchoolsContinuum The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Creative Schools Continuum
