Supporting 10th-grade students in their "exam preparation"

On the morning of June 1st, at 242 examination centers for the 10th grade entrance exam across Ho Chi Minh City, more than 150,000 candidates officially began their first exam. Throughout this important journey, behind each student lies a silent support system, providing encouragement with love and a sense of responsibility.

The numerous forces involved in supporting the exam form a strong support system, helping students overcome this crucial hurdle.

The candidate had… someone to write for them.

This morning, Nguyen Ngoc Thao My, a 9th-grade student from Phuoc Thuan Secondary School (Ho Tram commune), arrived at the Xuyen Moc High School exam site with her right arm still bandaged.

At the end of May, on her way home from school, she was unfortunately involved in a traffic accident that resulted in a fractured right arm, requiring surgery. Although her health has gradually recovered, the injury has prevented her from holding a pen and writing. With the crucial exam approaching, Thảo My and her family are understandably worried.

Support staff assisting candidates at the Xuyen Moc High School examination center (Ho Tram commune).

To ensure the rights of the candidate, the People's Committee of Ho Tram commune reported the matter to the Department of Education and Training and requested support to allow the student to participate in the exam in accordance with regulations.

Ms. Vo Thi Thien Ly, Deputy Head of the examination center at Xuyen Moc High School, said that following the instructions of the Department of Education and Training, the examination center had arranged a separate examination room for Thao My. The room had three invigilators, one of whom was responsible for writing down the answers based on the student's dictation. The person assisting was not a teacher of the subject Thao My was taking.

Candidates were given words of encouragement before entering the first exam.

In addition, the examination room has two invigilators, one external supervisor, and is equipped with audio and video recording devices to record the entire examination process. All activities are closely monitored to ensure objectivity, seriousness, and adherence to regulations.

At the beginning of the Literature exam, Ms. Tran Thi Ngoc Chau, Deputy Director of the Department of Education and Training, personally inspected the special support provided to candidates at the examination site.

Ms. Tran Thi Ngoc Chau stated: "The examination center provided support to the candidates in accordance with regulations. All procedures went smoothly, ensuring the candidates' rights were protected. The candidates proceeded smoothly with the first exam."

"Mom believes her child can do it!"

At 5 a.m., Ms. Mai Thi Le Thuy (Vung Tau ward) woke up to prepare to take her child to the exam, even though her house was less than 1km from the exam location.

Parents encourage their children before the exam.

The night before, she carefully checked her child's pens, rulers, erasers, and water, and reminded her to go to bed early to ensure she had enough energy for the first day of the exam. By 6:20 a.m., the two of them were at the school gate. Giving her child a tight hug before entering the exam room, she encouraged her: "Keep going, I believe my child can do it."

Even after her child passed through the school gate, the mother lingered outside. She waited until 8 a.m., anxiously watching every development inside the examination center. “I told my child to focus on the exam, that I would be there at the gate if needed. I couldn’t help her with the exam, but I could help her feel more at ease,” Ms. Thuy shared.

It's not just parents like Ms. Thuy; outside the exam centers, there are many other "companions" silently supporting the students.

Traffic police and local security personnel are regulating traffic outside the examination area.

From early morning, police, local security, guards, and volunteers were present to ensure the exam took place safely and smoothly.

Mr. Bui Van Quang, a member of the local security and order force in Tam Thang ward, said that he and more than 10 colleagues had been present at the Tran Phu Secondary School exam site since 6 a.m. to regulate traffic, guide parents to park properly, and assist candidates when needed. “We worked until the last candidate left the exam site. If any student encountered difficulties with transportation, vehicles, or needed urgent assistance, we were always ready,” Mr. Quang said.

The contestants were in a relaxed state of mind to tackle the first challenge.

In Ho Tram commune, the commune police, in coordination with Traffic Police Team No. 2 (PC08 Department), Fire Prevention and Rescue Team Area 26 (PC07 Department), local security forces, and the Commune Military Command, implemented plans to ensure security and order and support students participating in the 10th grade entrance exam.

Throughout the examination period, parents and students who encounter unforeseen situations such as traffic accidents, needing emergency transportation assistance, or experiencing difficulties with personal documents can contact the authorities for timely support.

In addition, the blue volunteer uniforms have become a familiar sight at examination sites. Volunteers hand out drinking water, enthusiastically guide candidates to their assigned rooms, assist them, and offer rounds of applause to boost morale before and after the exams.

Nguyen Dang An Khang, a member of the volunteer team at Tran Nguyen Han High School, shared: “Two years ago, I was a candidate myself and received encouragement from the volunteers. This year, I want to contribute a small part to help the students confidently enter the exam.”

The hugs of parents, the dedication of teachers, the support of authorities, and the encouragement from volunteers have created a solid "support system," helping students gain more confidence to conquer the 10th grade entrance exam.

15 candidates received special support during the exam.

According to the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Education and Training, 15 candidates across the city experienced health problems requiring special assistance during the two days of the 10th grade entrance exam.

To ensure that all candidates have a fair and safe opportunity to complete the exam, the Exam Steering Committee has developed appropriate support plans for each case.

Of those, 9 candidates with hand injuries were assigned to a separate room to take the exam, and invigilators assisted them in writing their answers as they dictated. These invigilators were from high schools and did not teach Literature, Mathematics, or Foreign Languages.

The special examination rooms are staffed with two invigilators and equipped with continuous video and audio recording devices throughout the examination period.

KHANH CHI

Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/tiep-suc-si-tu-lop-10-vuot-vu-mon-post855375.html