The High School stage marks a crucial stepping stone in the academic journey, especially for students aiming to study abroad or enter international universities. However, the admissions process at these institutions often involves specific requirements. The following article will help parents and students gain a clear understanding of the complete high school admissions process for the 2025–2026 academic year at bilingual international schools, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City. Detailed overview of the High School admissions process at Ho Chi Minh City Bilingual International School Admission to the high school level at bilingual international schools is a well-structured process designed to select students who are well-suited for an integrated learning environment. Parents and students should research the admissions process early to ensure proper preparation Admission requirements To be eligible for high school admission at bilingual international schools, students are generally expected to meet the following basic criteria: Age: Students must have completed lower secondary education (equivalent to middle school), typically from the age of 15 and above. Academic record: A certificate confirming the completion of lower secondary education is required. English proficiency: Many schools require entrance exam results or international certifications such as IELTS, TOEFL, or the school’s own English placement test to ensure the student can keep up with the bilingual curriculum. Interview: Some schools may require an interview to assess the student’s abilities and compatibility with the school environment. Application documents Parents should first prepare all necessary documents to ensure a smooth registration process. The typical required documents include: A completed application form (provided by the school) Lower secondary school report cards or transcripts from previous academic years A copy of the student’s birth certificate or passport Passport-sized photos English proficiency certificates (if available) Certified copies of key documents such as the report card, birth certificate, and academic

Letters and style of author are tools to express ideas and emotions of literary works. However, with students of US Vietnam Talent International School, their feelings are not just letters and thoughts but more lively through… models! After students of Grade 6 had completed the special subject of “Folk tale”, Ms. I Pha – Literature Teacher gave out an interesting topic: Making models of folk tale to make them more lively! In this project, UTS-ers were free to gather as groups, chose the favorite folk tale as well as details in the folk tale to create their own models. The materials of models were all simple and environmentally-friendly, such as: carton cover, color paper, clay, glue, etc. Creativity of UTS-ers is shown by the final products – models of Thanh Giong, Thach Sanh, Son Tinh Thuy Tinh, Frog in the well, The Six Blind Fortune Tellers and an Elephant, etc. With this project, students were encouraged to prove their self-motivation, read the folk tale carefully and choose the appropriate details to complete models. Their imagination and creativity are gradually developed as well with models bearing the hallmark of themselves. Such practical activities are always focused in UTS in order to raise students’ interest in learning Literature and apply unique ideas to enhance learning efficiency.

  3R stands for Reduce – Reuse – Recycle. Applying the 3R method in everyday life will help reduce the big amount of waste discharged into the environment, especially persistent waste. It can help to limit pollution as well as reduce overconsumption. The students in grade 5.1 practice the 3R method through the project “Recycling” in English subject. Using used items, UTS-ers took advantage of and created interesting models such as UTS bus, pen box, hat,… They also show their fluent English and presentation skills to introduce the group’s products. Although this activity is not too new, it is extremely necessary for children to early create awareness of environmental protection, saving resources, and contributing good values to society.