Dear Families,

We have decided to postpone the whole-school picnic trip to Inspiration Lake this week. The new date will be Thursday, 8 January. A new eNotice will be issued soon.

We recognise that this is a difficult time for many people in the wider Hong Kong community, and we wish to be respectful of people experiencing loss and uncertainty. The visit to Inspiration Lake is an important opportunity for us to come together as a community, but we also recognise that this is not the right moment for celebration.

We appreciate your understanding.

Best wishes,

JCSRS Team

Dear all,

As we continue to process the tragic fire in Tai Po as a community, many have expressed a desire to offer practical support to those affected. In response, the English Schools Foundation (ESF) is organising a system-wide fundraising day this Friday, 5 December, to support the HKSAR Government’s official relief efforts.

At JCSRS, we will mark the day as a normal school uniform day. For those who wish to contribute, we are providing two simple options:

• Cash donations – students can bring a cash donation to school on Friday. Collection boxes will be available in the reception area.

• Digital donations – parents and family members can make direct donations using the Faster Payment System (FPS) QR code below.

Our primary goal is to maintain a calm, supportive, and stable routine for all our students. The school day will proceed as normal. We know that some students are aware of the fire, and our staff are ready to offer support and answer any questions.

If you have any questions about fundraising, we hope the FAQ below will provide the answers you need.

Thank you for your support.

Warm regards,

Anna

FAQ 1: In addition to the FPS QR code, can we send cash for donations to the Tai Po tragic fire?

Answer: Yes, students can make donations using cash through a donation box. The money collected in the donation box  will be deposited directly into the “HKSAR Government Support Fund for Tai Po.” Here are the details: HKSAR Government Fund.

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FAQ 2: Is a donation receipt available for contributions to Tai Po through the ESF school channel?

Answer: Since ESF is not the beneficiary of the donations, and all funds will ultimately be transferred in full to the HKSAR Tai Po Fund, a donation receipt is not available.

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FAQ 3: Where will the donation money go?

Answer: Donations collected through all ESF channels, including ESF schools, PISs, kindergartens, ESFC, and ESF Explore, via various payment methods like FPS QR codes, cash, coins, and Octopus payments, will be deposited into a Bank of China account in the name of the “English Schools Foundation.” All donations will ultimately be transferred in full to the designated account established by the HKSAR Government for Tai Po. For official details, visit: HKSAR Government Fund.

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FAQ 4: Is the FPS QR code donation tax deductible?

Answer: The FPS QR code payment is similar to a bank transfer via an ATM. This method does not allow us to trace the donor, meaning we cannot provide a receipt for tax-deductible purposes. Furthermore, since ESF is not the beneficiary of the donation, we are unable to issue a receipt for tax deduction purposes.

If a donor wishes to receive a tax deduction for their contribution, we recommend donating directly to the HKSAR Government Tai Po Fund. The donations we collect will ultimately be transferred to the HKSAR Government's support fund for Tai Po. For more information, visit: HKSAR Government Fund.

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FAQ 5: What’s the deadline of 28 Feb 2026 on the FPS QR code invoice?

Answer: This date indicates the expiry of the QR code. It does not mean that all donations are transferred on that date. Instead, donations collected through the FPS codes will be transferred to the Government's support fund for Tai Po in phases, likely in mid-December, late December, and once the account reaches a critical mass. Donation results by school will be released shortly after 28 February 2026.