Meet the Next Generation of Law Enforcement

August 4, 2020

It was a place that helped me build relationships with fellow peers and staff but also motivated me to work hard too: David Lau

David Lau is one of the closest members of the CAIS family. Having graduated and left CAIS in 2019, David remains connected and engaged with the school community on multiple levels.

Currently an undergraduate student majoring in Law and minoring with Criminology at the University of Surrey in the United Kingdom, David is always keen to show his support to CAIS events, no less than the way he described his first impression of the school “As I started my first year in CAIS I definitely realized the friendly supportive community CAIS had”.


How long have you studied in CAIS?

In total 10 years

What made you or your family decide to choose CAIS over other schools in Hong Kong?

My parents choose CAIS mainly because it was a Christian school but also the location of the Kowloon campus was very close to home, making it very convenient. After not being in CAIS in Grades 2 and 3, we decided to go back to CAIS after I came back from Thailand as there was a sense of familiarity with friends and teachers.

What was your first impression? What surprised you most?

As I started my first year in CAIS I definitely realized the friendly supportive community CAIS had. It was a place that helped me build relationships with fellow peers and staff but also motivated me to work hard too! Something I was very surprised to see, was definitely how the small campus accommodate so many students and teachers from all over the world. Describe CAIS in three words.

Community, Teamwork, Support

Your favourite cosy corner at CAIS?

My favorite cozy corner was definitely at the library with the massive beanbags which were super comfortable for studying and chilling. Honestly, any beanbags available at school were my go-to spot when needing some relaxation!

Which extracurriculars were you involved in?

I had the privilege and honor to participate and lead in many extracurricular activities.
I was involved in representing the students in the School Council as well as being a class representative for years.
In the aspect of serving, I was involved in participating and leading the Worship Team at school and also helping out in the Tech Team, Band Programs, and Lions Athletics too.
It was also an amazing experience to be able to travel to China and Philippines for mission work with the Glow In the Dark team where we ran activities at schools and churches to spread the amazing news of the Gospel.

Which extracurriculars were you involved in?

I had the privilege and honor to participate and lead in many extracurricular activities.

I was involved in representing the students in the School Council as well as being a class representative for years.

In the aspect of serving, I was involved in participating and leading the Worship Team at school and also helping out in the Tech Team, Band Programs, and Lions Athletics too.

It was also an amazing experience to be able to travel to China and Philippines for mission work with the Glow In the Dark team where we ran activities at schools and churches to spread the amazing news of the Gospel.

What was your favorite subject and why?

My favorite subjects were the art subjects such as band and art as they were the most enjoyable, fun and suited to my creative and artistic mind. I also enjoyed social studies and humanities as it was interesting and were my stronger subjects compared to the sciences and math.

Your most memorable CAIS experience?

My memorable CAIS experiences definitely were formed in all the gospel camps I went to. These camps helped me build such stronger relationships with friends through games, fellowship and events. Most importantly these camps helped me grow closer with God through the meaningful worship sessions and enriching talks followed by constructive discussions too!

What’s next for you?

I just completed my first-year majoring in Law and minoring with Criminology at the University of Surrey in the United Kingdom. I am thinking of pursuing a career in law enforcement, but there are still lots of unknown on where or whether this is the end goal but definitely important to trust in God’s plan all the way!

How are you staying in touch with CAIS?

I am staying in touch through some staff and teachers but also following the school’s social media platforms for news updates.

Occasionally when I come back from the UK, I would go visit the school too!