School’s Full Name and The Founding Background

 Hualien County Private Zhengde Senior High School Continuing Education Division (hereinafter referred to as Zhengde Continuing Education School) was initiated in 1983 under the directive of the Ministry of Justice, officially established in the 1984 academic year, and formally approved by the Taiwan Provincial Department of Education in 1985. The school represents a milestone in the educational development of correctional institutions, devoted to the concept of “rehabilitation through education.” Its mission is to provide incarcerated individuals with learning opportunities, enabling them to enhance self-worth and successfully reintegrate into society.

 Facilities and Learning Environment

 Located in Ji’an Township, Hualien County, the school facilities include:

• Standard classrooms, a library, and multi-purpose classrooms
• An outdoor sports field and a Life Education Garden
• A multi-functional auditorium with a capacity of approximately 300 people for assemblies, lectures, and talent showcases

 Although resources are limited, the school continuously strives to improve the learning environment, providing students with a comfortable and focused educational setting.

 Teaching Features and Curriculum Design

• Administrative Structure: The warden concurrently serves as the school principal; the deputy warden acts as director of academic affairs; the secretary serves as director of student discipline; the chief of the Education Section is head of curriculum; and the chief of the Guard Section is head of student guidance.
• Academic System: The school operates both junior high and senior high divisions, each with three classes, totaling six classes, conducted under a small-class teaching model.
• Curriculum: In accordance with the Ministry of Education’s 2019 Competency-Based Curriculum Guidelines, the school combines fundamental academic subjects (Chinese, English, Mathematics, etc.) with diversified elective courses. The Curriculum Development Committee convenes annually to deliberate on programs for the following academic year.

 Educational Vision

• Active Innovation: cultivating vitality and progress
• Trust and Companionship: building teacher–student mutual trust
• Warm Care: creating a nurturing environment
• Cooperative Enthusiasm: sustaining long-term educational development

 Special Programs (in collaboration with Tzu Chi Foundation, Hualien)

• Sign Language Courses: Enhancing communication skills and social participation
• Life Education Courses: Promoting respect for life and positive values
• Career Planning Courses: Guiding students to set future goals and improve social adaptability
• Humanities and Aesthetics Courses: Fostering artistic sensitivity and cultural literacy

 During winter and summer breaks, guest lecturers are invited—such as broadcasters from the Police Radio Station, Christian ministry groups, and financial professionals—to broaden students’ perspectives, cultivate interests, and encourage self-discovery.

 Faculty and Support

 Teaching staff are drawn from prestigious local institutions, including Hualien Girls’ Senior High School, Hualien Senior High School, and Hualien Sports Senior High School. These educators bring professional expertise and dedication, ensuring high-quality instruction. The school also actively introduces additional resources and provides individualized counseling in line with the concept of “education for all.”

 Student Admission and Achievements

• Admission: Students are recruited from Hualien, Yilan, Taitung, and other correctional facilities, with relaxed admission criteria to expand educational access.
• Achievements: Since its founding, the school has produced over 1,400 graduates from both junior and senior high divisions.
• Since the reorganization into the Agency of Corrections, Ministry of Justice, Hualien Prison in 2011, the school has graduated 150 junior high students and 253 senior high students (as of 2025).
• Further education: 15 students successfully enrolled in Chang Jung Christian University through Tainan Prison, and 8 students were admitted to National Open University through Chiayi Prison.

 Graduates have gained confidence and positive life attitudes during their studies, with many successfully reintegrating into society upon release and realizing their personal value.

 Moral Education and Extracurricular Activities

 The school emphasizes moral and character education, drawing inspiration from religious and ethical teachings. Through clubs, artistic performances, and athletic competitions, students are encouraged to develop potential, teamwork, respect, and inclusivity. These activities provide diverse growth opportunities, helping students reshape life perspectives and establish a foundation for returning to society.

 Future Outlook

 Zhengde Continuing Education School will continue expanding its curriculum and strengthening educational resources, particularly in practical vocational training, to better prepare students for the workforce. The school also seeks to deepen partnerships with local educational institutions and industries, providing pathways for both higher education and employment.

 Education is a transformative force. Through comprehensive educational services, Zhengde Continuing Education School enables incarcerated students to rediscover hope, rebuild their future, and step into a new chapter of life—becoming contributors to positive social change.