Foreign Language Specialized School
| Foreign Language Specialized School | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Established | 1969 |
| Type | Public |
| Principal | Nguyen Thanh Van (Nguyễn Thành Văn) |
| Faculty | 130 |
| Students | 1,200 |
| Grades | (10-12) |
| Location |
Pham Van Dong highway, Cau Giay, Hanoi, Vietnam |
| Website | flss.edu.vn |
Foreign Language Specialized School (Vietnamese: Phổ Thông Chuyên Ngoại Ngữ), commonly known as FLSS or CNN, is a national public magnet high school/university-preparatory school in Hanoi, Vietnam. A part of University of Languages and International Studies - VNU, the school is one of the three national gifted high schools in Hanoi, along with HNUE Gifted High School and Natural Science Gifted High School. Currently, FLSS is Vietnam's only high school specializing in teaching foreign languages (including Chinese Mandarin, English, Russian, French, German, Japanese).[1] Similar to other national magnet high schools, FLSS is recognized for its strong academic programs and for its large percentage (98% to 100%) of graduates attending the most prestigious universities in Vietnam and abroad.[2][3]
FLSS ranks third nationally in the 2012 Vietnam university admission ranking.[4]
Admission to FLSS is by competitive examination only, which consists of four subjects: English, declared specialized foreign language, mathematics and literature. One of the most selective high schools in Vietnam, FLSS had an acceptance rate of 10.8% for its 2012 freshman class.[5]
A student from FLSS is referred to as a CNNer.[6]
History
Foreign Language Specialized School was founded in 1969 by a decision from the head of Ministry of Education and Training with direct administration from College of Foreign Languages.
- In 1994, FLSS was awarded the third degree Labor Medal from Vietnam Central Government.
- In 1998, College of Foreign Languages designated Nguyen Thi Chi, Ph.D. as the school's first headmistress.
- The school was continuously awarded Labor Medal's second degree in 1999 and first degree in 2004.
- In 2007, Le Thi Chinh, Ph.D. was appointed as FLSS's second headmistress.
- In 2008, FLSS was awarded National Labor Union Award and Prime Minister's Honor.
- The school celebrated its 40th anniversary in the 2009 fall semester.
- In 2012, Nguyen Thanh Van, Ph.D. was appointed as the next FLSS's headmaster.
Curriculum
The school offers six foreign languages in its curriculum. Russian, English and Mandarin Chinese were its three initial linguistic subjects before 1980-1981 semester. French, German and Japanese were added afterward. Students are arranged into classes specializing in one primary foreign language. From 2008-2009 semester, two foreign language courses (one specialized and one elective) are required for FLSS students. In the 2009-2010 academic year, FLSS implemented teaching in English for its mathematics and science courses.[8]
Clubs
- CNN Shine - Community-based Activity Club
- Team CNN Leaders (Often referred to as TCL) - Leadership Development Group
- CNN English Club (CEC)
- CNN Hanyu Julebu (汉语俱乐部) - Chinese Club
- Jeunes Francophiles de l’Annexe (JFA) - French Club
- Deutschklub der Fremdsprachenoberschule (DKF) - German Club
- CNN Music Club (CMC)
- CNN Rock Club (CRC)
- CNN Dance Club (CDC)
- CNN Pencil Club(CPC) - Art club
- CNN Science Intelligence (CSI) - Science club
- CNN Zoom - The School's Magazine
- CNN Football Club - Association Football Club
- Diao - Basketball Club
- CNN Home Runners - Baseball Club
Activities
- Ten Plus (10+) - Freshmen Orientation Program
- October 20: Vietnamese Women's Day
- November 20: Vietnamese Teachers' Day
- Lunar New Year
- CNN Can Cook - annual cooking contest celebrating International Women's Day
- CNN Charm
- Night of FLSS Colors (formerly Language Ball) - Annual Cultural Show
- Natural and Social Sciences Fair
- CNN Champions Cup
- Gratitude Ceremony
- Spring Sports Festival
- CNN Idol - Hosted by CNN English Club
- "The May" Prom - Hosted by CNN English Club
Awards
- Labor Medal third degree in 1994
- Labor Medal second degree in 1999
- Labor Medal first degree in 2004
- National Labor Union Award in 2008
- Prime Minister's Honor in 2008
References
- ↑ http://flss.edu.vn/Home.asp?param=Intro
- ↑ http://ulis.vnu.edu.vn/taxonomy/term/3/125
- ↑ http://flss.edu.vn/Home.asp?param=Intro
- ↑ http://flss.edu.vn/Home.asp?param=news&NewsID=147
- ↑ http://vnexpress.net/GL/Xa-hoi/Giao-duc/2009/06/3BA10839/
- ↑ http://www.hoahoctro.vn/metrotin/2730.hht
- ↑ http://chuyenngoaingu.edu.vn/news/detail/122/logo_moi_(2009)_cua_tru%E1%BB%9Dng_thpt_chuyen_ngoai_ngu_%C4%90h_ngoai_ngu_%C4%90hqg_hn.html
- ↑ http://flss.edu.vn/Home.asp?param=EDUATFLSS
vi:Trung học phổ thông Chuyên Ngoại ngữ
External links
- [www.flss.edu.vn/ Foreign Language Specialized School Homepage]
- 3D view of the school