The Ministry of Education and Training (MoET) in Vietnam has announced that it will no longer organize competitions for outstanding students and excellent teachers at the local school and commune levels. This directive, outlined in Document 5922/BGD-ĐT-GDPT, aims to streamline educational activities and reduce unnecessary pressure on both students and teachers.

In the document, the MoET emphasizes that while local competitions will be discontinued, exceptions may be made for identifying and selecting students for higher-level competitions organized by provincial or national authorities. Such competitions must be conducted in a practical and objective manner, ensuring that they do not impose undue stress on students.

Furthermore, the MoET has called for a review of competitions organized by local education departments or in collaboration with socio-political organizations and enterprises. Only competitions deemed necessary and relevant to the educational curriculum should be held, without imposing financial burdens or pressure on students and their parents.

In addition to these changes, the Ministry encourages educational institutions to organize engaging activities related to English, STEM/STEAM, arts, sports, and digital transformation in a voluntary and enjoyable manner, avoiding any competitive elements that could lead to stress.

For teachers, the MoET has directed a reduction in redundant competitions and events that do not directly contribute to professional development or create unnecessary documentation burdens. Competitions should only be organized if they are explicitly permitted by the Ministry and have clear, practical objectives aimed at enhancing educational quality.

The MoET also aims to cut down on unnecessary paperwork and meetings, urging educational departments to adhere strictly to required documentation without creating additional demands that are not legally justified. The goal is to prioritize teaching and educational activities while gradually transitioning from paper-based records to digital formats for the upcoming academic year.

This initiative reflects the Ministry's commitment to improving the educational environment in Vietnam by reducing formalities and focusing on quality teaching and learning.