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Highland teacher keeps the Thai language alive for future generations

For years, in the remote Thường Xuân district of Thanh Hoa province, teacher Ngan Thi Tien has quietly kept the fire of Thai culture burning.

Top national student becomes valedictorian after 10-year detour

Three university entrance exam attempts and 10 years of “wandering around” did not make Ba Trang regret his choices. In fact, each setback made him stronger and more mature.

Police investigate group assault on two schoolgirls in Vietnam

A disturbing video showing two female students being violently assaulted by a group of classmates in front of a school gate in Ho Chi Minh City is spreading rapidly across social media, sparking widespread outrage.

Vietnam leads ASEAN in STEM innovation with localized education model

As intellectual property accounts for up to 70% of value in advanced economies, innovation education is emerging as a cornerstone for Vietnam to prepare its workforce for the knowledge-based era.

1,300 students bow in unison to honor a dedicated life in education

In an image that moved many to tears, more than 1,300 students and teachers of Nguyen Binh Khiem High School (HCM City) stood in solemn silence at the school gate, heads bowed to bid farewell to the funeral procession of their former vice principal.

Politburo orders completion of school and commune-level clinic reforms by Dec 31

The Politburo has issued a directive calling for urgent restructuring of commune-level schools and medical stations across Vietnam before year-end.

Vietnamese-born researcher leads Australia’s organic chemistry rankings

Nguyen Thanh Vinh, a former runner-up of Vietnam's Olympia quiz show, has been recognized by The Australian as the top figure in organic chemistry nationwide.

Vietnam plans tighter control over law and medical education programs

With over 90 institutions offering law degrees and 30 training doctors, Vietnam faces a challenge: how to regulate these critical fields?

Math teacher reflects on commitment that kept him in education for decades

As a mathematician and a teacher, Le Ba Khanh Trinh, a former IMO special prize winner, says he has always kept his passion for maths and teaching.

Over 720 schools in Khanh Hoa reopen after severe flooding

More than 720 schools across the south-central province of Khanh Hoa have resumed classes following the heavy flooding that occurred from November 15 to 21, causing extensive damage.

ASEAN educators gather in Hanoi for intellectual property training push

An international workshop on intellectual property (IP) education for ASEAN school administrators and teachers opened in Hanoi on November 25.

Vietnam considers integrating AI education into school curriculum

The Ministry of Education and Training (MOET) has officially sent a draft guideline to provincial departments, seeking feedback on a pilot program for incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) education into the national school curriculum.

Young ethnic Dao doctor turns setback into stepping stone

At just 24 years old, Trieu Phan The Phuong - an ethnic Dao student and graduate of Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy - has already lived through the highs and lows of the medical profession.

Education ministry prepares 10 million free textbooks for flood-hit students

Vietnam's education ministry rushes support for students in Central and Central Highlands provinces, including free textbook distribution.

Hanoi woman graduates top of her university class at nearly 40

Mai Hoa, 38, graduates as valedictorian from Vietnam University of Fine Arts after leaving her office job to pursue her passion.

Vietnamese students win top prizes at ASEAN Cyber Shield 2025

Vietnamese university students delivered an exceptional performance at the ASEAN Cyber Shield 2025, winning three out of the top prizes at the prestigious regional cybersecurity competition.

How to bring back Vietnam’s Olympiad medalists after studying abroad

According to the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET), most Vietnamese students who win medals at international and regional Olympiads receive scholarships from prestigious universities abroad - and then stay overseas to live and work.

At 90, former rector gives back $80,000 to the school he once led

Associate Professor Doan Van Dien, 90, donates $80,000 to his former university to establish a permanent scholarship fund for students and faculty.

He was more than a teacher: A Vietnamese professor’s 21-year vow of remembrance

In a small office in Vietnam, a teacher in Russia is still remembered every day.

Students in the 4.0 era: reading less or just reading differently?

In the digital age, when smartphones and social media occupy most of young people’s time, students’ reading habits are changing. Is the reading culture fading away or merely transforming into something new for Generation 4.0?