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into :-
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(a) Seventh Standard Schools,
(b) Lower Standard Schools.
In the new Code which I shall forward in a short time the
distinction between Seventh Standard and Lower Standard
Schools is marked by a higher grant to those which can teach
the Seventh Standard, since it is generally recognised that
save in exceptional cases, when for instance a Chinese educated
abroad is employed, it requires an English Master to teach
that standard. There are two Vernacular Grant Schools at
present which employ English Teachers though it is not likely
that this class of School will increase in numbers.
9.
Regarding the appointment of a Normal
Master, the question is under the consideration of the Govern-
ing Body of the Queen's College.
10.
The Governing Body of the Queen's College
is also considering the question of the restoration of the
Chinese classes in the College. The matter is one that presents
no little difficulty if the teaching of the Chinese language
is to be conducted on rational principles. I shall report
further on this matter when I have received the recommendations
of the Governing Body.
I note your decision that when the Head Mastership
of the College falls vacant the College shall be placed under
the Inspector of Schools.
11.
As regards the re-establishment of a
Hongkong Scholarship I am of opinion that in view of the
enormous demand among the Chinese for education in English it
is