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CoolThink@JC – The 10th Hong Kong Primary School Computational Thinking Competition Grand Final & Awards Presentation Ceremony
A Decade of Milestones | Live Hackathon Showdown | Comprehensively Promoting Computational Thinking Education
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – Jointly organised by CoolThink@JC and the Association of Computational Thinking InnoCommunity Teachers (ACTiCT), the Grand Final and Awards Presentation Ceremony of the 10th Hong Kong Primary School Computational Thinking Competition was held last Saturday (16 May) at Ying Wa College. For the first time, this year’s grand final introduced the on-the-spot Hackathon format, a live challenge putting primary school students’ computational thinking, adaptability and teamwork to the test.
The CoolThink@JC project aims to inspire students to leverage digital creativity in everyday life, nurturing their proactive use of technology from a young age. The project is created and funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, and co-created by The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK). This year’s competition is supported by the Education Bureau, Hong Kong Education City (EdCity), Association of I.T. Leaders in Education (AiTLE), Hong Kong Aided Primary School Heads Association, The Hong Kong Association for Computer Education (HKACE), and Subsidized Primary Schools Council.
This year’s first round was themed “Promoting Healthy Lifestyle or Encouraging Exercising”, with participating teams required to use the Scratch or App Inventor programs to design human-centric solutions. The competition attracted over 160 teams of Primary 4 to Primary 6 students, with 20 outstanding teams ultimately advancing to the Grand Final. King’s College Old Boys’ Association Primary School No.2 clinched the championship in the App Inventor category, while Diocesan Preparatory School won the championship in the Scratch category.
Hackathon Challenges Against the Clock | Diverse Missions Showcase Talent
The atmosphere at the Grand Final was electrifying, as the finalist teams raced against the clock to complete a succession of programming and problem-solving missions across multiple domains. Students took on the role of “Chief Debugging Officers”, fixing logical bugs in an AI parking system; operated engineering vehicles to recognise colours and props; used text recognition technology to handle licence plate recognition; and were also required to use programming to control the facial expressions and movements of robots, as well as complete unplugged track assembly challenges. With a wide variety of engaging missions, students fully immersed themselves in solving problems on the spot, vividly demonstrating their computational thinking and creative potential while showcasing their teamwork and adaptability.
Commending Winning Teams | Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders
The award presentation ceremony was held immediately after the competition, with Mr Daniel Lai, Programme Director of CoolThink@JC, and Ms. Lam Wing Yee, Sierra, Chief Curriculum Development Officer (Technology Education) of the Education Bureau officiating.
In his speech, Mr Daniel Lai remarked, “Over the decade since the launch of the Programme, we have been committed to nurturing students’ problem-solving abilities, critical thinking and creativity. The relevant teaching materials were incorporated into the formal curriculum by the Education Bureau in 2023, initially mainstreaming the curriculum in Hong Kong. Subsequently, through the Sister Schools Scheme, we extended the Programme and teaching materials to 50 primary schools in the Chinese Mainland. This year, we have further partnered with the Cambodian government to share Hong Kong’s successful materials and experience in computational thinking education with the country. Moving forward, we will continue to narrow the digital divide and promote digital education, empowering the younger generation to embrace the opportunities and challenges brought by the innovation and technology era.”
After claiming the championship in the App Inventor category, the winning team from King’s College Old Boys’ Association Primary School No.2 were surprised by the achievement, with one team member bursting into tears of joy. According to the students, this year’s competition presented a diverse range of high-difficulty challenges, all of which demanded independent problem-solving. The team found the screen pattern challenge to be the most memorable. After several unsuccessful attempts, they finally broke through by working closely together, truly learning that solidarity and cooperation are the keys to success.
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The 10th Hong Kong Primary School Computational Thinking Competition
Award List
Category: App Inventor
| Ranking | School Name | Team Name |
| Champion | King’s College Old Boys’ Association Primary School No.2 | 英二小精英 |
| 1st Runner-up | Yaumati Catholic Primary School | 做運動GO GOAL GO |
| 2nd Runner-up | The Salvation Army Tin Ka Ping School | 散步星小隊 (Planet Walk Team) |
| Merit | Diocesan Preparatory School | Sporty DPS |
| Merit | Hong Kong Baptist Convention Primary School | 步步GOAL星 |
Category: Scratch
| Ranking | School Name | Team Name |
| Champion | Diocesan Preparatory School | DPS Fun Sports |
| 1st Runner-up | St. Mary’s Canossian School | We are healthy guys |
| 2nd Runner-up | TWGHs Tsoi Wing Sing Primary School | STEAM Star |
| Merit | Baptist Hung Hin Shiu Rainbow Primary School | 天虹體能隊 |
| Merit | Chi Lin Buddhist Primary School | 金獎組 |
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Through DaaS, enterprise customers can access drone equipment, trained personnel, mission execution, data collection and project deliverables without purchasing and maintaining a complete in-house drone system. The model extends ZenaTech’s business beyond equipment sales and enables the company to generate recurring service revenue from customers’ operational requirements.
ZenaTech reported revenue of CAD 8.4 million for the first quarter of 2026, an increase of 640% from CAD 1.13 million in the same period of 2025. DaaS contributed approximately CAD 7.8 million, accounting for around 93% of quarterly revenue.
In 2025, the company generated annual revenue of CAD 12.9 million, up 558% from approximately CAD 2 million in 2024. DaaS contributed approximately CAD 10.1 million during its first full year of operations, representing around 78% of total annual revenue.
Acquisitions Support Service Network Expansion
ZenaTech has expanded its DaaS operations through a combination of internal technology development and acquisitions. The acquired businesses bring existing customers, professional teams and local operating capabilities, while ZenaTech gradually introduces drones, automated data collection and AI-supported analytics into selected workflows.
In 2025, the company completed 20 acquisitions, including 19 businesses providing engineering data, facility inspection and related professional services, as well as one enterprise software company.
By June 2026, ZenaTech had completed its 24th DaaS-related acquisition and expanded its services into property cleaning, facility inspection and maintenance.
Through its ZenaDrone subsidiary, ZenaTech has also developed drone products for indoor and outdoor operations. The IQ Quad supports site data collection, engineering imagery and 3D modelling, while the IQ Nano uses barcode and RFID scanning to support inventory records, shelf inspections and indoor data collection.
The company’s reported revenue growth, acquisition activity and DaaS contribution provide investors following the AI and drone sectors with measurable indicators of how its technologies are being integrated into commercial operations and converted into service revenue.
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About ZenaTech
ZenaTech (Nasdaq: ZENA) is a technology company specialising in AI-powered drones, Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS solutions and related technologies. Through its ZenaDrone subsidiary, the company develops drone products and software for commercial applications including engineering data collection, agriculture, warehouse management, facility inspection and property maintenance. ZenaTech combines its technology capabilities with a growing professional service network to support the adoption of drone-based solutions across a range of operational environments.
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A Defining Milestone for Gene Solutions: SPOT-MAS Multi-Cancer Screening Test Receives U.S. FDA Breakthrough Device Designation
The proposed indications for use describe SPOT-MAS 10 as a qualitative in vitro diagnostic test performed on plasma derived from a single direct-draw venous whole blood specimen. The test analyzes circulating cell-free DNA methylation and fragmentomic signatures using a machine-learning-based algorithm to detect a cancer-associated signal. It is intended for use as an adjunctive screening test in asymptomatic adults aged 40 years and older to assist in detecting cancers within the scope of the assay. These include five common cancers — breast, lung, liver, colorectal and gastric cancers — and five aggressive, less common cancers that currently lack standard screening methods — ovarian, pancreatic, esophageal, endometrial and head & neck cancers.
SPOT-MAS has been developed through years of rigorous scientific research and clinical development. In March 2025, SPOT-MAS became the first multi-cancer screening blood test in Asia to complete a large prospective cohort validation, with the K-DETEK study evaluating more than 9,000 asymptomatic participants and demonstrating strong performance, including high specificity and the ability to identify cancer-associated signals across multiple cancer types.
Since then, SPOT-MAS has been used in more than 100,000 individuals in real-world practice, with consistent performance observed beyond controlled study settings. Real-world data were presented at ESMO Asia 2025 and were featured at ASCO Breakthrough 2026 in Singapore.
The platform is built on a multi-omic approach— integrating genetics, epigenetics, and fragmentomics — together with AI-driven analysis, large-scale prospective validation, growing real-world evidence and focus on cancer types with high clinical relevance in the regions where the test is deployed.
For the United States, Breakthrough Device Designation provides Gene Solutions with a prioritized channel of engagement with the FDA as the company advances its U.S. development and validation plans.
Looking ahead, Gene Solutions will continue to collaborate with academic, clinical, laboratory, commercial and strategic partners to support responsible adoption of SPOT-MAS in accordance with local regulations, clinical guidelines and best practices.
Important Regulatory Notice: SPOT-MAS 10 has received U.S. FDA Breakthrough Device Designation. Breakthrough Device Designation is not FDA approval, clearance or marketing authorization. The device remains subject to applicable FDA regulatory review requirements, and the designation does not guarantee future FDA approval, clearance or authorization.
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St Francis Methodist School International Shares 2023–2024 WACE Outcomes and Student Journeys
Overview of the WACE Curriculum at SFMS
SFMS International is among a small number of institutions in Singapore offering the WACE curriculum and has delivered this programme for over 23 years. The WACE is a recognised senior secondary qualification awarded by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) on behalf of the Ministry of Education, Western Australia. It prepares students for university admission both locally and internationally.
SFMS is also currently the only school in Singapore offering a Senior High Preparatory Pathway (WACE) for students in Years 9–10. This introduces students to the structure and expectations of the curriculum earlier, building familiarity with subject content and assessment formats before progressing to the senior years. Additionally, subject selection in Years 11A and 12A is structured to meet university entry requirements and reflect students’ academic interests.
Academic Outcomes and University Placements
In 2023, 8 out of 12 WACE graduates from SFMS International achieved ATAR scores above 90, meeting the eligibility criteria for universities such as the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU). The cohort’s top scorer, Wang Dawei, recorded an ATAR of 96.15 and enrolled at NTU to study Business and International Trading. In addition to local placements, graduates were admitted to international universities such as the University of Melbourne and Fudan University in China.
In 2024, 2 out of 8 graduates also attained ATAR scores above 90. The highest scorer, Youn Chae-Won, achieved an ATAR of 95.3. Her university placement is currently pending.
Student Journeys and Holistic Development
Students in the WACE programme at SFMS International engage in both academic and co-curricular activities as part of their overall learning experience. Recent graduates have taken part in service learning, subject specialisation, and personal reflection throughout their time in the pre-university programme.
Youn Chae-Won, the 2024 valedictorian, joined SFMS International from Korea in 2021. Over time, she adjusted to a new academic environment and explored subjects such as accounting, which influenced her interest in finance-related pathways. She also took part in various aspects of school life, including a service learning trip to Bintan in 2023, where students supported local sanitation efforts. Her involvement in both academic and co-curricular settings marked a broad engagement with school life during her time at SFMS.
Andrew Zhuang, who enrolled in SFMS International in 2019, pursued subjects such as Business Management, Accounting, and English as an Additional Language (EALD). Beyond academics, he was involved in community fundraising and joined the same Bintan service trip. He also attended weekly chapel sessions and received support from peers and teachers during a period of health-related absence.
These outcomes reflect the ongoing role of the WACE programme at SFMS International in supporting students through both academic pathways and broader educational experiences. Under the leadership of Principal Mr Lee Hak Boon, the school continues to emphasise academic planning, subject selection, and student wellbeing as part of its overall approach to pre-university education.
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About St Francis Methodist School International
Established in 1960, St Francis Methodist School International (SFMS) is an educational institution in Singapore that offers primary, secondary, and pre-university programmes. The school provides several academic pathways, including the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge IGCSE, and the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), preparing students for further studies in local and overseas institutions.
