Happy Teacher's Day

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Year after year, on November 20th, teachers in Vietnam are celebrated. It's a special day for students (and their parents) to express their respect and appreciation.

This year, celebrations began a few days prior to November 20th. Our school's board of directors invited all teachers to a nice Friday evening gathering in the school foyer. There were many types of foods and beverages; even alcoholic ones for those interested. They also presented us with cards and a bit of cash, which I already used over the weekend to get my first full body massage here in Vietnam.

Today, Monday, November 20th 2017, the students arrived bright and early with gifts in hand for their teachers. Then, they performed dances and songs in a morning assembly. Finally, teachers (and students of course) were able to leave at noon and have the afternoon off; I was excited to have a lovely afternoon nap! I'm told some places around town also gave teachers discounts on selected things today, but I didn't go out to have a look; maybe next year!

I received a nice card this morning
prepared by some of the Grade 1 students
and their English teacher.

This is one of our Grade 3 English teachers
who was showered with gifts throughout the day.

Grades 1,2 and 3 students performed
for their teachers in a morning assembly.

That's a wrap!

HAPPY TEACHER'S DAY 2017 FROM VIETNAM!!!

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