ACE Academy

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Charity reference no.: 91/13824

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MIGHTY OAKS FOUNDATION LIMITED

Unit 207, 7 Mallory Street,
Wanchai, Hong Kong

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Account Number: 848-709812-001

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Program Development

Curriculum features

Themes and conversations to connect generations and build friendships
Artwork, music or dance suitable for both elders and youth

Learning tools and evaluation

Learning tools to facilitate discussion, e.g. lesson booklet and ACE Books
Pre- and post-evaluation by elders, youth, teachers, and social workers

Approach

Connect elder facilities with nearby schools in the same district for long-term partnerships
Regular relationship-building programme for elders and youth
One elder paired with 1-2 students
Focus on relationship building rather than programme outcomes
Graduation and/or exhibition to celebrate the intergenerational friendships

Multiple Benefits

Elders

Lifelong learning, sense of purpose
Enjoyment from social interaction and connections

Youth

Value and respect older people
Patience, empathy, and better communication skills

Let’s hear from…

“I feel memorable of communicating with children to understand their thoughts and lives, and coordinating the differences between generations.”
“I think the students are very smart and always come up with good suggestions. They can discuss the ideas together and show respect for the elderly.”

~ACE Academy Elder Graduates

Let's hear from...

“What I find unforgettable is to make creation with the elderly, allowing us to express our creativity together with collaboration and discussion.”

“What I remember most is when the elderly shared their experiences, they are teachers from whom I can learn and grow.”

~ ACE Academy Elder Graduates

Let’s hear from…

“Since the 2018-19 school year, the Chinese YMCA Primary School has continued to support and participate in the ACE Academy. Our staff appreciates the dedication of Mighty Oaks Foundation in serving others through these intergenerational activities. These exchanges allow children to learn to serve others like Jesus Christ, becoming volunteers caring for the elderly and spreading this love to their families and communities. This embodies our school’s motto of “not to be served, but to serve”.

~Teacher from ACE Academy participating school

OUR PROGRAMMES

Music & Movement

2023-2024

Art & Crafts

2021-2023

Horticulture

2024-2025

ACE Materials

2020-2023

Music & Movement

2023-2024

Party Time 2023-2024 Pier 2024-2024

Art & Crafts

2021-2023

Toy Streets 2022-2023 OLD WANCHAI MARKETS 2022-2023 (“Gung gung, por por, please share your secret recipe with me!” Old and young virtually explore the local wet market together; lots of local food and shops.) IG SYMPHONY 2021-2022 (“Drums for elders, Guitars for youth; together we rock!” Old and young jamming virtually through musical games – sharing their favourite singers and creating colourful tambourines, with elders introducing golden oldies radio to their young buddies! ) YUMMY 2021-2022 (“Gung gung, por por, are you hungry?” Old and young join forces to open their own virtual restaurant and create some “delicious” artwork out of clay, collage and real fruits! )