New York, May 31, 2024 – Christine Choi, Secretary for Education of Hong Kong, visited New York on May 31, 2024, accompanied by Dr. Rebecca Maynard, Trustee Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and Chair of FWE’s Academic Planning Committee, who represented FWE’s leadership visited Teachers College Community School (TCCS) and met its principal, Ms. Michelle Verdiner. She learned about the school’s child-centered learning environment and its participation in New York City’s Algebra for All initiative, which prepares students to master algebraic concepts and skills by the end of eighth grade.
On the same day, Dr. Choi met with members of the Forum for World Education (FWE) Committee to discuss sustainable education development and the challenges and opportunities ahead. She also discussed issues related to primary and secondary mathematics education and mathematics teacher training with Dr. Yvonne Lai, an expert in mathematical knowledge for teaching and Associate Professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
During her visit, Secretary Choi expressed strong support for the FWE World Education Forum and the upcoming conference in Switzerland. She highlighted the importance of collaboration between FWE and UNESCO in advancing global education initiatives.
Secretary Choi’s itinerary included attending the International School Headmasters’ Conference, where she emphasized several key outcomes:
Secretary Choi’s visit underscores the ongoing collaboration between Hong Kong and international educational bodies to foster innovative and inclusive education strategies worldwide.
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