– Mr. Long, a parent from FV88 It Com Tay Ho Tay, shared a reflection that deeply resonated with all parents attending the “Positive Parenting” course. 

The “Positive Parenting” course has just reached its 8th session — a milestone where parents faced one of the most difficult challenges in parenting: managing anger. 

Mr. Le Van Hao explained an important truth: when anger takes over, our brains switch into a primitive “fight or flight” mode. Out of love and intense concern, parents’ minds can sometimes function like a “radar,” exaggerating risks and catastrophizing every mistake their children make. 

In those moments, even with good intentions, losing control can turn us into the people who hurt our children the most. Children are left confused by a painful contradiction: if this is love, why does it hurt so much? Only when we remain calm can we think wisely enough to find non-violent solutions that help children feel safe rather than fearful. 

To manage anger effectively, the “Time-out” toolkit for parents was introduced as a practical strategy: 

• Step away from the “hot zone”: temporarily remove yourself from the tense situation by getting a glass of water or moving to another space.
• Regulate your body: count from 1 to 10 or focus on deep breathing to regain emotional balance.
• Communicate honestly: calmly tell your child, “Mom/Dad is feeling very upset right now. I need a few minutes to calm down, then we can continue talking.” 

When parents choose to “slow down for a moment,” connection is preserved. And only through connection can the true influence of education begin. 

The 8-session journey at FV88 It Com has been shaped by many heartfelt real-life experiences shared by parents. One example is Ms. Nga from The Dewey Ocean Park, who lives as far as Thanh Tri Bridge yet consistently traveled the long distance every week for the past eight weeks. 

“I learned how to regulate my emotions in ways that suit my child. Only when I change positively can I guide my child toward good values without placing pressure on their emotional well-being.” 

Mr. Long’s story from FV88 It Com Tay Ho Tay brought another deeply emotional reflection. He shared how one evening he became irritated because his child kept delaying homework. But when he noticed the frustration and sadness on his child’s face, he suddenly realized that his child had also gone through a long and exhausting day at school. Instead of continuing to assert his authority as a father, he chose to apologize. The moment his child burst into tears after finally feeling understood became the clearest proof: when parents can control their anger, love finally has a safe place to stay. 

Becoming a positive parent does not mean becoming perfect. It means continuously striving to understand your child with a calm and compassionate heart. Your calmness today may become the most valuable gift for your child’s mental well-being tomorrow. 

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The echoes of the dramatic matches from the 2nd season of the Dewey Chess Tournament, organized by the Dewey Cau Giay Student Council (DSC), are still a buzzing topic across the school hallways. Moving past the initial novelty of the first year, this season witnessed remarkable growth in our players—those who transformed 64 black and white squares into a bold “arena of intellect.”

Our Dewey Cau Giay sports reporters experienced an emotional journey observing the steady gazes and bright smiles of students after every decisive move. Here, every match seemed to be a lesson in patience, handling pressure, and respecting one’s opponent.

After intense and brain-racking games, we would like to congratulate the faces who excelled and conquered this year’s leaderboard:

Primary School Category:

Gold Medal: Nguyen Bao Ngan – Class 5Casablanca

Silver Medal: Ma Hoang Nam – Class 5Capetown

Bronze Medal: Mai Bui Phan Hien – Class 4Queenstown

Middle School Category:

Gold Medal: Ngo Khoi Minh – Class 9Budapest

Silver Medal: Dang Minh Phu – Class 9Budapest

Bronze Medal: Vu Thanh Nhan – Class 6London

While the Chess Tournament brought moments of deep, quiet reflection, the rhythm at Dewey is now shifting toward the high-energy excitement of the Dewey Basketball Tournament! The Dewey Cau Giay gym is starting to “heat up” with precision shots and a fiery team spirit. Don’t forget to stay tuned and cheer on our teams in the upcoming dramatic rounds!

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Dewey Hai Phong’s Grade 12 students have taken charge of shaping their own “future”: 70 university offers and scholarships totaling VND 73 billion! Dewey Hai Phong proudly congratulates our studentsfor gaining admission to prestigious universities both in Vietnam and abroad—through distinctive personal profiles, confidence, perseverance, and a strong drive for continuous self-development. 

University of Melbourne – #1 in Australia, Top 19 globally (QS World University Rankings)
University of Sydney – #2 in Australia, Top 25 globally (QS World University Rankings)
Swiss Hotel Management School – Top 4 globally for Hospitality & Leisure Management (QS World University Rankings by Subject)
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) – Top 17 research university in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report)
Vanderbilt University – Top 17 research university in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report)
Monash University – Top 36 globally (QS World University Rankings 2026)
….. 

The list of universities our students are admitted to continues to grow. Yet what makes the School, teachers, and families most proud is the strong inner foundation and mature mindset that students havedeveloped throughout their journey at Dewey Hai Phong. 

One of the standout students, Bùi Phạm Bảo Hân (12 Washington DC), who received scholarships totaling VND 30 billion, shared: “What I value most is being properly recognized for my abilities andstrengths. Thanks to that, I was able to choose universities that are both a strong fit and highly ranked.” Meanwhile, Vũ Kim Khánh Ngọc, recipient of six scholarships worth over VND 4.7 billion, has nurtured herpassion for writing and academic research at Dewey. She was connected with experts by the school to develop and complete in-depth research projects in her chosen field. 

While each student’s scholarship journey is unique, they all highlight the critical role of Dewey’s Career Counseling team in providing personalized guidance. At FV88 It Com, career orientationbegins with careful observation and deep understanding of each student. From as early as Grade 6, students participate in one-on-one counseling sessions with experts to identify their strengths and suitablepathways. Building on this foundation, the school continues to support students in crafting their academic and extracurricular journeys—from selecting meaningful activities and developing impactful essaysto strengthening communication and leadership skills—ultimately shaping application portfolios that reflect each student’s unique identity. 

With these well-established foundations, Dewey students confidently step into the world, ready to pursue greater ambitions with the knowledge and mindset of global citizens. 

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14,000,000 VND is the total amount contributed by 5th-grade students at Dewey Cau Giay to the “School of Dreams”* charity fund of the Edufit Group. This figure is the proud result of the Math – Science interdisciplinary project titled “SWEET LOVE – Touch the Sweetness, Send the Love,” where TDSers learned to take ownership of their learning process and spread positive values to the community.

Born from a desire to apply knowledge to life, the idea for a handmade chocolate workshop was realized through careful collective preparation, aimed at solving the real-world challenge of cost management and profit optimization.

In their roles as managers, the students proactively developed plans, allocated resources, and established operational processes. Mathematics provided the powerful tools for financial statistics, while Science supported ingredient research and food quality control. In this context, knowledge served as the solid foundation for every strategic decision.

The confidence of these 5th graders was clearly demonstrated through the way they led the workshops and interacted flexibly with participants. As organizers, they practiced critical thinking, communication skills, and the ability to master technology. The traditional learning space was expanded into inspiring experiences.

Project-based learning is how Dewey realizes its philosophy of experiential education. When students are given the chance to step into their “firsts”—the first time managing an operation, the first time taking full responsibility, the first time creating real value—each experience accumulates into expertise, transforms into knowledge, and gradually shapes their perspective on life. It is this very process that creates individuals who know how to learn, how to act, and how to choose their own path in an ever-changing future world.

The “School of Dreams” charity project was initiated by the Edufit Group in 2014 to build and upgrade schools and support education in Vietnam’s disadvantaged highland areas. By early 2025, the project had completed 13 school sites across 8 provinces, such as the Bao Nam 1 Primary School (Nghe An), providing decent facilities and spreading love to those in need.

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Participating in the IKLC, Dewey Cau Giay students demonstrated comprehensive English proficiency through coherent linguistic thinking, analytical reasoning, and flexibility in handling highly differentiated question formats. These results do not just reflect a solid knowledge base; they also showcase the students’ confidence and proactivity when entering a highly competitive testing environment.

Each achievement at the IKLC serves as a testament to a serious learning spirit, a relentless will to excel, and a desire to expand one’s understanding. Through the process of preparation and competition, students have step-by-step accumulated experience, sharpened their thinking, and strengthened their academic courage—vital factors for long-term learning and international integration.

Dewey Cau Giay proudly congratulates our students on their remarkable results at the IKLC. The school believes that from today’s academic milestones, you will continue to nurture a love for language, a lifelong learning spirit, and the confidence to conquer even greater challenges in the future.

IKLC (International Kangaroo Linguistic Contest) is a large-scale international English competition initiated in Romania in 2004, designed for students from Grade 1 to Grade 12 in many countries worldwide. Organized in a multiple-choice format, the contest focuses on evaluating English language usage in context, combining linguistic knowledge, logical thinking, and sharp information processing skills.

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Here’s what TDSers can look forward to throughout the week: 

Monday – Teacher Appreciation Day – “Not All Heroes Wear Capes”  

Students are invited to dress as “mini versions” of their teachers as a fun and creative way to celebrate the educators who inspire them every day.  

Tuesday – Living by Uncle Ho’s Five Teachings Day  

Join TDSers in spreading positive energy and celebrating President Ho Chi Minh’s birthday on May 19th through meaningful stories and acts of kindness inspired by Uncle Ho’s Five Teachings.  

Wednesday – Anything But a Backpack Day  

TDSers are encouraged to get creative by bringing their books and school supplies in anything but a backpack.  

Thursday – Appreciation Day: Spread the Love Station  

Students can write heartfelt notes to teachers, friends, and staff across campus to share gratitude and encouragement.  

Friday – Color Day  

Wear your class or grade’s signature color and help fill the campus with energy, creativity, and school spirit. 

 More than just a week of activities, this is a chance for TDSers to care for their “emotional garden,” reconnect with one another, and create meaningful memories before the school year ends. The week also encourages the Dewey community to strengthen connections and grow through positive shared experiences. Stay tuned for the memorable moments ahead! 

Event Information: 

Date: May 18–22, 2026 

Venue: FV88 It Com Tay Ho Tay – H3-LC Lot, Starlake Urban Area, Xuan Dinh Ward, Hanoi 

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With the theme “Business Planning to Solve Social Issues in Vietnam,” the competition attracted 47 contestants across 18 teams. After a challenging two-month journey including two intense qualifying rounds, the five best teams emerged to compete in the final stage. Here, they presented surprising projects driven by an “AI-Native” mindset. The students proactively placed technology at the “core” of their projects to ensure profitability went hand-in-hand with sustainability. These ideas were truly applicable: from a personalized career orientation platform using AI data analysis and a digital bookkeeping system for small businesses to a therapeutic cafe model helping youth with “digital detoxing.” Their seamless operation of digital platforms reaffirmed that Dewey students are ready to lead the latest technological waves.

The student group including Ha Linh, Ngoc Ha, and Minh Ngoc (Class 8Oslo – Dewey Cau Giay) excelled by winning the Runner-up position with a breakthrough idea: a personalized career orientation app for students in grades 6-12. The group conducted a field survey with over 100 samples across Hanoi and other provinces to find the true “touchpoints” of their users. They shared that the greatest difficulty was not the AI technology itself, but rather the dry financial figures. To create a complete business plan, the team had to figure out revenue calculations, user projections, and conduct deep research into the Vietnamese labor market.

“The research process took a lot of time, but it helped us better understand the professional world out there. We realized that amidst a forest of information, what truly matters is the core data the user needs. Through more than two months of working on the project, we also learned how to harmonize within a team and how to collectively bridge the gaps in our financial knowledge that we had never encountered before,” shared a group representative.

This inquisitive spirit completely won over the Board of Judges. Mr. Dang Minh Quang (Chairperson of the Dewey Tay Ho Tay Parent Council) and competition judge remarked: “I am extremely impressed by how the teams focused on modern tech trends like AI. With a bit more preparation, these ideas are entirely ready for real-world implementation right now.”

Dolphin Tank has truly awakened the sense of ownership and proactivity in TDSers on their journey to pursue their passions. Here, they understand that business is about using Creativity to solve social problems, Critical Thinking to stand firm against variables, and Persuasion to connect like-minded hearts. These valuable experiences form the foundation for them to confidently realize their cherished projects, ready to face any future challenge.

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At the “Voices of the Hands” exhibition, Bao Anh moved teachers and friends to silence as she shared a painting of golden trophies and the thorny path behind her chosen career: “I heard that out of 60 students admitted to the Academy, only 12 actually graduate. That made me realize: there are no footprints of the lazy on the path to success. Only through effort can you succeed.”

Beyond her commitment to music, Bao Anh actively participates in school activities and is always ready to take on new roles. Growing up in a family that values knowledge, she was never forced into a specific mold but was empowered to make her own choices and take responsibility for them: “When I face difficulties, my family is always a foundation for listening and support, but the journey to the finish line must be walked by my own feet.”

Pursuing both intensive academics and professional music simultaneously, Bao Anh developed self-discipline early on. She proactively utilizes every moment of her day to complete her studies, maintaining total focus during her practice hours.

At Dewey, that journey is supported with flexibility and understanding. Teachers assist her so that her academic progress remains uninterrupted while respecting her personal pace of development. This support doesn’t lessen the challenge; rather, it provides her with the stability to pursue her choices.

Speaking about following one’s dreams, Bao Anh sent a message to her peers: “Even if you aren’t perfect yet, as long as you dare to be yourself, have your own opinions, and persistently pursue your dreams, you will find your own value.”

The image of this petite Salutatorian with such strong inner power is a vivid portrayal of the generation of students Dewey is nurturing—young people who are not only intellectually excellent but also possess the tenacity to chase their goals. Dewey believes that every student will become an empathetic individual who maintains their unique identity, transforming silent efforts into their own most brilliant symphony, confidently stepping out into the world as masters of the future.

Ms. Huong Chi – Class Teacher’s Reflection:

“In Bao Anh, I see an admirable sense of self-awareness. There are days she must leave school early for classes at the Conservatory, yet she always proactively contacts teachers to keep up with the lessons. The school’s support is merely supplementary; the core of Bao Anh’s success is her ability to self-regulate and her sense of responsibility toward her passion. She is proof that when a child is empowered with autonomy, they can produce results beyond expectations.”

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Following the regional round just a few weeks prior, TDSers had very little time to practice and prepare for the national stage while balancing their academic and personal schedules. However, fueled by the foundation of lifelong learning nurtured at Dewey, these “engineers” grew even more enthusiastic, pushing themselves further than in previous rounds.

Centering on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the teams presented breakthrough solutions using open-source technology platforms to solve simulated problems regarding the environment, food security, and community support. In the National Round, students tackled tasks such as irrigation and fruit harvesting at a much higher level of difficulty. The continuous process of improving and optimizing robot features remained the key to reaching the podium.

As one of the two representatives from Dewey Cau Giay in the combined lineup, TDSer Huy Lan (6Liverpool) from the Dewey Junior 01 team shared: “Since only Bao Nam and I from our team study at Dewey Cau Giay, we proactively arranged our time to travel to the Tay Ho Tay campus to practice and connect with our older teammates and peers. Participating in this competition has taught me so much; everyone was always ready to support one another, and I am truly proud of the bond within the Dewey community.”

Sharing the joy of winning Second Prize at the National Finals, Bao Nam expressed: “Achieving this makes me very proud. I’ve learned a lot through this competition, especially the skill of flexible problem-solving with given tasks and gaining experience from major contests. This will definitely be a great motivation for me to continue my journey in upcoming technology competitions.”

The competition opened doors for Dewey students to hone their practical problem-solving skills in contexts where answers aren’t readily available. From programming and testing to constantly adjusting match strategies, they are developing a skill even more vital than technical expertise: the ability to adapt to variables—a foundation that will carry them further in STEM and any future field.

Robotics for Good Youth Challenge Vietnam 2026 is a world-leading educational robotics competition sponsored by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU)—a specialized agency of the United Nations. The competition is for Vietnamese students aged 10-19, encouraging them to design, assemble, and program robots to solve global challenges toward a sustainable life. The National Finals were co-organized by the University of Science and Technology of Hanoi (USTH) and the STEM Education Promotion Alliance, supported by the National Innovation Center (NIC).

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In total, they brought home 12 Champion Trophies, 85 Gold Medals, and 62 Silver Medals an impressive achievement that reflects both depth and consistency across disciplines. 

Their journey at the World Scholar’s Cup stands as a testament to the perseverance, critical thinking, and teamwork of Dewey’s global learners. 

A standout highlight came from Đức Duy and Anh Minh (7 Ghent), who rose above more than 250 contestants to secure second place in the Junior Division. Đức Duy earned 3 Champion Trophies and 10 Gold Medals, while Anh Minh achieved 2 Champion Trophies, 7 Gold Medals, and 3 Silver Medals. Their success not only marks a personal milestone but also inspires the wider Dewey community to continue striving for excellence. 

Behind every medal lies dedication and discipline. From hours of research across diverse subjects – from Science and History to Art and Music – to moments of clarity on the debate stage, and the strong sense of trust within each team, this achievement reflects a meaningful learning journey. 

It is also the result of a powerful partnership between students, teachers, and families. At The Dewey Schools, we are proud to provide an environment where students can explore their potential, grow in confidence, and develop the mindset needed to create a positive impact. 

Congratulations to all our scholars! With direct qualification to the Global Round, we look forward to seeing you continue to grow, excel, and represent the Dewey community on the international stage. 

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