Blind student in special appeal

Hong Kong Standard

Blind student in special appeal

by Ashley Wu

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

The visually impaired student who earned 5** in three subjects in the Diploma of Secondary Education Examination is urging the government not to cut back on classes for the handicapped.

Tsang Tsz-kwan said those like her need to acquire certain skills in special institutions before they take on the challenge of entering mainstream schools.

`I've had countless cheerful moments in my life but, perhaps, the greatest moment came when I was accepted by Ying Wah Girls' School," Tsang said.

Owing to her poor vision and lack of sensitivity in her hands, she reads braille with her lips.

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