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In his opening remarks at the anniversary ceremony, Prof.Dr.Sci. Vu Hoang Linh – Chairman of VNU HUS Council reflected on the 60-year journey of establishment and development as well as the remarkable achievements of the High School for Gifted Students. He expressed his deep gratitude to the leaders of the State, generations of teachers and students, emphasizing that the six decades mark not only a memorable milestone but also a solid foundation for the High School for Gifted Students to continue its path of growth. With the support of the Party, the State, the Government, and VNU; with the dedication of devoted teachers; and with the trust and affection of generations of students and their parents – the school, entrusted with the mission of nurturing scientific talents, will continue to write new glorious chapters in the years to come.
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Entering the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and digital transformation – an era in which the nation is rising strongly, VNU University of Science and the High School for Gifted Students continue to carry the mission of nurturing talents in basic sciences and high technology, contributing to building a prosperous, innovative, and humanistic country. We firmly believe that in the future, generations of students from the High School for Gifted Students will continue to ignite the flame of passion and knowledge in the hearts of today’s and tomorrow’s learners.
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Sharing his heartfelt pride and emotions at the ceremony, Assoc.Prof.Dr.Sci., People’s Teacher Nguyen Vu Luong – Chairman of the Scientific and Training Council of the High School for Gifted Students stated that, established in 1965 with the first Mathematics Specialized Class at Hanoi University (the predecessor of VNU), the specialized education model quickly proved its correctness, pioneering spirit, and outstanding effectiveness in discovering and nurturing talented students in basic sciences. Throughout their 60-year journey, the former specialized classes and now, the High School for Gifted Students have always been the cradle of many generations of exceptional students who have contributed and continue to contribute to the glory of Vietnam’s science, education, and nation. These achievements are the result of the school’s commitment to four fundamental pillars: a faculty of excellent teachers; highly capable students; advanced training programs with scientific and effective educational organization and management; and a strong tradition of studiousness, solidarity, and creativity.
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Addressing the ceremony, Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long highly appreciated, commended, and congratulated generations of teachers and students of VNU HUS High School for Gifted Students on their outstanding achievements over the past 60 years, which have made practical contributions to the country’s industrialization, modernization, and socio-economic development.
Inheriting the valuable traditions of the former specialized streams and with higher competitiveness in comparison with other specialized and regular high schools nationwide, the school was urged by Deputy Prime Minister Le Thanh Long to continue effectively implementing its development orientations. He also emphasized the need of a bold transformation of the educational model in both breadth and depth — expanding opportunities for more students to access high-quality education while also encouraging and nurturing exceptionally talented students.
He also called on the school to integrate educational activities flexibly, fostering patriotism, national pride, historical and cultural awareness, as well as a strong sense of social responsibility among students — nurturing a spirit of dedication, innovation, and the courage to think big and act boldly in the face of new challenges.
Furthermore, he encouraged the school to continue diversifying talent-nurturing activities through scientific research, innovation initiatives, sports, arts, career orientation, and, more importantly, the development of students’ personality.
Also at the ceremony, VNU President Hoang Minh Son delivered a speech affirming the special position of the High School for Gifted Students within the national higher education system. He emphasized that over its 60 years of establishment and development, the school has not only been a source of pride for VNU but also a symbol of the Vietnamese education. It has been the cradle of many exceptional scientific talents who have made and continue to make significant contributions to the nation’s development. VNU President expressed his belief that with the rapid advancement of science, technology, and digital transformation, the High School for Gifted Students would continue to uphold its pioneering role in nurturing talents and contributing to elevating Vietnam’s intellectual presence on the global stage.
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In the context that the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the digital economy, and artificial intelligence are posing new challenges, the Politburo’s Resolution No. 71-NQ/TW (dated August 22, 2025) on breakthrough development in education and training has created unique opportunities for the entire education sector, including VNU and its affiliated high schools.
To implement this Resolution, VNU will continue to provide comprehensive guidance and support to enable the High School for Gifted Students to assert its pioneering role in four key directions: Leveraging its strengths to contribute to the shared mission of the University of Science and VNU in nurturing talents, particularly in basic sciences; Innovating the educational model based on STEM/STEAM streams in both breadth and depth; Reforming teaching and learning methods by integrating research, technology, and AI applications to foster creative and independent thinking; Building a modern, internationalized learning environment and developing a team of highly qualified teachers capable of mastering new technologies and global educational trends. With these strategic orientations, the High School for Gifted Students will continue to affirm its position as a cradle for nurturing the nation’s scientific talents.
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