Objectives of the Award Scheme 1. To acknowledge the significant contributions and impact made by visionary individuals in developing and optimizing students' learning potential through education programmes ; 2. To celebrate the unique and vital role played by professional educators in nurturing different aspects of students' development; and 3. To create and foster a social environment and culture which will encourage the pursuit of excellence and lifelong learning as important means to sustain Hong Kong's competitive advantage among leading international cities.