School receives backlash for organizing nearly 3 million VND experience

Hai Phong Le Hong Phong High School was criticized by parents for organizing an experience trip to 4 central provinces with a cost of more than 2.8 million VND, and had to temporarily stop.

On the afternoon of January 3, the Department of Education and Training of Hai Phong City announced the above information.

The incident originated from a post by a social media account, upset because the school organized an experience trip at a cost of 2.8 million per student.

"Approximately 120 million for a class of 40 students. If I don't let my child go, I'm afraid I'll feel sorry for myself. Just going out for a bit will cost me 3 months of tuition," this person reflected. The post attracted thousands of interactions, causing a stir in Hai Phong. Many people agreed, saying that organizing the trip at a time when students are preparing for their high school graduation exams is inappropriate.

Le Hong Phong High School in Hong Bang District, Hai Phong City. Photo: Le Tan — Le Hong Phong High School in Hong Bang District, Hai Phong City. Photo: *Le Tan*

According to Mr. Dinh Hong Tiep, Principal of Le Hong Phong High School, the experiential activities of 12th grade students are part of the general education program and extracurricular activities, taught by homeroom teachers.

According to the plan, the program named "Following the course of history", lasting three days and two nights (March 13-15), will go to the provinces of Nghe An, Ha Tinh, Quang Binh , Quang Tri. The cost for each student is 2.83 million VND, and participation is not required. Through the survey, 423/480 students registered.

The school plans to have a plan so that students who do not participate can still grasp the required content. However, due to the backlash over funding, the school continues to ask for parents' opinions.

The Department of Education and Training's leaders said they only agree to allow schools to organize experiential activities outside of school when they ensure the consent of students' parents and appropriate financial contributions.

Experiential activities and field trips are now popular in schools across the country. In addition to the positive meaning in educating students, organizing activities, especially in remote areas, also raises issues related to food safety, traffic safety, and can also cause parents to be upset about the cost.

Le Hong Phong High School has a history of more than 60 years and is one of the top schools in Hai Phong. The school has about 30 classes with 1,400 students.

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