In the morning of November 19th 2012, Khan Quang Do magazine organized an exchange meeting “Khan Quang Do magazine – a close friend of The Asian International School students” at Pasteur campus at 226A Pasteur, District 3. The exchange aimed to commend, give gifts and rewards to student Ho Thien Nhan – the winner of the “13th Le Quy Don contest in Khan Quang Do magazine” as well as scholarships to The Asian International School students who achieved good academic performances.
From early morning, delegates from Khan Quang Do magazine were present at the school to attend the flag-raising ceremony with The Asian International School students. To represent Pasteur campus, all students of class 6/4 and Le Khanh - a student of class 7/1 performed the two beautiful songs "Shining Friends" and "Crazier" to welcome the delegates.
Welcome performances of The Asian International School students
Reporter Thu Le, representative of Khan Quang Do magazine, gave a reward to congratulate Ho Thien Nhan on his outstanding achievements. Thien Nhan shared his feelings of joy after defeating thousands of students nationwide to become the winner of the contest as well as his learning experience.
Reporter Thu Le speaking with Ho Thien Nhan
In addition, Khan Quang Do magazine’s representative gave gifs to The Asian International School and the class teacher of Ho Thien Nhan for training such an excellent student who is good at both the Vietnamese and International English programs. They also thanked the school for providing ideal conditions for all the students to participate in the annual Le Quy Don contest.
Giving gifts to Ho Thien Nhan and his class teacher
Giving a gift to The Asian International School
In addition, Khan Quang Do magazine rewarded two scholarships to two students Nguyen Quynh Mai Anh – class 7/3 and Mai Trong Nhan – class 8/1 for their outstanding academic achievements.
Mai Anh and Trong Nhan are rewarded by Khan Quang Do magazine
The Asian International School has many students who read Khan Quang Do magazine and participated in the annual Le Quy Don contest. For encouragement and to praise the spirit of the students, Khan Quang Do magazine also gave 10 gifts to the students with good academic performances and those who read Khan Quang Do magazine regularly.
Khan Quang Do magazine is giving gifts to students
In the exchange, the students also participated in quizzes with prizes. Most of the questions about history given by reporter Thu Le were answered quickly and accurately. The Asian International School students were praised by Khan Quang Do magazine for their very good knowledge of history. Most of the students volunteered to answer questions and show the knowledge they have learned at The Asian International School.
The students are eager to answer questions
Questions from reporter Thu Le are answered correctly
Also in attendance was singer Cao My Kim, one of the winners of the “Style” contest in 2007 held by Muc Tim magazine who is now drawing a lot of attention in V-pop showbiz. In the exchange meeting, she performed songs about teachers, schools for the occasion of Vietnamese Teacher's Day (20/11/2012). With her sweet voice, friendly and open personality, Cao My Kim impressed many students. Music along with applause of the audience added to the lively and jubilant atmosphere.
Singer My Kim
The Asian International School students enjoy the performances by My Kim
The exchange ended successfully. It brought joy and excitement to all The Asian International School students. Ms. Tang Ngoc Thuy - Vietnamese Program Manager sent her best wishes and thanks to Khan Quang Do magazine for its enjoyable activities and contests, helping students improve their knowledge and capabilities. All the students at Pasteur Campus sang the song "Hello Teacher" to say goodbye to Khan Quang Do magazine delegates and promised to continue to take part in the "14th Le Quy Don contest on Khan Quang Do magazine" in the coming year.
The Asian International School students and Khan QuangDo magazine delegates have a picture taken together
Students’ Feelings:
Nguyen Quoc Minh Quan
"Khan Quang Do magazine contains a lot of great information and fun questions. In particular, the Le Quy Don contest is a very useful playground helping me and friends improve our knowledge and learning. I felt very happy to exchange ideas with Khan Quang Do magazine. I will try to study well in order to become one of the winners in this year's Le Quy Don contest."
Bui Thanh Xuan
"The exchange was very fun and exciting. I had a chance to speak with Ho Thien Nhan – the winner of the Le Quy Don contest 2011 – 2012. I reviewed my History knowledge through quizzes. During the exchange meeting, I also listened to great songs about teachers performed by singer Cao My Kim."
Nguyen Phu Thanh
"I really enjoyed the exchange with Khan Quang Do magazine. I met reporter Thu Le as well as singer Cao My Kim. I was very impressed with the music performances about teachers. It was a meaningful gift to teachers on the occasion of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day - 20/11."
Do Le Thanh Thuy
"I really liked the exchange with Khan Quang Do magazine. The meeting was lively and interesting. Ms. Thu Le helped us review our historical knowledge through quizzes. Singer My Kim performed great songs about teachers on the occasion of Vietnamese Teachers’ Day - 20/11. I'm very proud of my school. I hope there will be more exchange meetings like this, so I can broaden my knowledge as well as relax after school."
Pham Quoc Bao
"I really liked music performances by class 6/1 and the student Le Khanh. They were very confident. I also participated in answering History questions. It provided me with more understanding and made me feel proud of the Vietnamese. The exchange has finished but its memory will remain with me for a long time. I will try to study hard to please my teachers."
Tran Hoang Truc Vy
"Khan Quang Do magazine and The Asian International School gave me a really fun exchange. I enriched my knowledge of history through quizzes. In addition, I met singer Cao My Kim and listened to her songs. The atmosphere was really lively and exciting."
Nguyen Thanh Vy
"The exchange was really fun. I joined answering questions about history, was rewarded by Ms. Thu Le. I enjoyed the music performances. Particularly, the participation of singer Cao My Kim made the exchange more interesting and lively. Thanks The Asian International School for giving me such an enjoyable playing field."