Keelung Mayor Awards KWD 10,000 to Presidential Education Award Nominees
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang met with two students nominated for the Presidential Education Award, presenting each with a KWD 10,000 prize.
- The award recognizes students who overcome significant life challenges to achieve academic excellence and demonstrate resilience.
- One student, a hearing-impaired individual, excelled in calligraphy, while the other overcame family financial hardship due to his father's stroke to become a successful track and field athlete.
In Keelung, we celebrate the remarkable resilience and dedication of our young people. Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang's recognition of Chen Yu-feng and Liao Yen-hsin, nominees for the prestigious Presidential Education Award, highlights the indomitable spirit that thrives in our city.
Two students overcame life's adversities and were nominated for the 2026 Presidential Education Award.
Chen Yu-feng's journey, marked by his family's struggle with his father's stroke and the subsequent financial strain, is a testament to his perseverance. Despite these immense challenges, he not only excelled academically but also achieved significant success in track and field, setting records and earning accolades. His story is one of profound strength and determination.
The two students, facing life's many challenges, still persisted in their studies and demonstrated remarkable resilience and outstanding performance, fully embodying the spirit of the Presidential Education Award and serving as models for all students.
Equally inspiring is Liao Yen-hsin, who, despite a hearing impairment, has navigated his educational path with remarkable fortitude. Through assistive devices and dedicated therapy, he has learned to understand the world and has found confidence and focus through his passion for calligraphy. His achievements in this art form demonstrate a deep well of inner strength and discipline.
Facing difficult circumstances, Chen Yu-feng studied diligently, participated in morning training early, continued practicing after class until the evening, and actively shared household chores after returning home, all while maintaining excellent academic performance.
These young individuals embody the spirit of the Presidential Education Award, showcasing that adversity can forge exceptional character and achievement. Their stories are not just personal triumphs; they are beacons of hope and inspiration for all students in Keelung and beyond. The city is proud to support and honor such outstanding young citizens, recognizing that their success is also a reflection of the supportive environment fostered by their families and educators.
Liao Yen-hsin, who has a hearing impairment, has gone through the process of hearing and speech rehabilitation with a tenacious spirit.
DistantNews Editorial
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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