Amidst the crispness of autumn, the atmosphere at Shanghai Modern Chemical industry Vocational College was brimming with excitement on the afternoon of October 11th. The occasion was the grand opening of the second Sports Festival and Athletics Meet. School's Party Secretary Gao Ju and President Chen Xiaobin attended the opening ceremony.
The spirited opening ceremony commenced with the exciting song "March of the Athletes", resonating with the vitality of youth and accompanied by an upbeat melody. Nineteen class contingents, clad in sports attire and holding various props, proudly paraded into the arena, their spirited chants echoing through the air, showcasing exuberance and brightness. Their confidence and enthusiasm elicited rounds of applause and cheers from the enthusiastic audience.
Following a solemn flag-raising ceremony, Gao Ju delivered a speech. The school fervently upholds the spirit of President Xi Jinping's call to strengthen youth sports work, promote the comprehensive development of mass sports and competitive sports. Our school actively encourages students to engage in outdoor sports, step onto the playing field, embrace the outdoors, and cultivate robust physical fitness. The goal is to foster well-rounded citizens of the new era, emphasizing not only physical health but also sound character and healthy psyche. Our school aspires to foster outstanding individuals who excel in all-round development in their moral grounding, intellectual ability, physical vigor, aesthetic sensibility and work skills.
Chen Xiaobin expressed his deepest gratitude to all the dedicated staff members who diligently prepared for this event. He encouraged all students to actively participate, embrace challenges, immerse themselves fully, showcase their passions, and demonstrate the spirit of higher, faster, stronger in the prime of their youth, building a unified, vibrant, and positive campus atmosphere. He emphasized the importance of adhering to the rules of the competitions, respecting referees, striving for excellent athletic performance, and carrying forward the indomitable spirit of seagull, which is characterized by self-confidence and unwavering determination.
After Xia Yingchun, student representative from the Fire and Rescue Technology Class, and Mr. Chen Chao, referee representative, took their oaths, students treated the audience to captivating performances, including dragon dances, knife drills, and military body exercises.
In the crucible of sweat, they will win honor and pursue excellence through determination. The athletes will engage in fierce competition on the track and field, showcasing their fervor and unyielding spirit. The event symbolizes the school's commitment to progress and its resolute pursuit of excellence. The opening ceremony concluded amid thunderous applause from both teachers and students.