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The search results provide a good overview of the situation regarding budget cuts in Hong Kong’s primary and secondary schools, primarily focusing on public and government-aided schools. Several articles from May 2025 discuss the proposed 10% cut in operating expenses for the 2025/26 school year, the reasons behind it (government deficit, declining student population), and the potential impact on schools. The articles mention that schools may need to use reserves and explore ways to generate income, such as renting out school premises and charging for activities like study tours. Some school representatives and education figures are quoted, indicating that while the immediate impact might be mitigated by existing reserves, there are concerns about the medium to long-term financial pressure. The idea of opening up school facilities for external use is explicitly mentioned as a potential income source. Charging for study tours is also suggested as a way to help schools financially. The context of a declining student population and increased “살교” (school closure) pressure is also highlighted as a backdrop to these financial challenges.
The provided information directly addresses the user’s prompt about schools not yet using reserves and exploring specific income-generating methods like renting out school premises and charging for study tours. I have enough information to construct a detailed report based on these findings.
