8 Ways We Nurture Minds and Make Mental Wellbeing a PriorityA Team of Dedicated Social-Emotional Counselors In today’s fast-paced, interconnected world, children face increasing pressures that can impact their mental health. At International School HCMC (ISHCMC), we believe that prioritizing...

Student-Composed Song Comes to Life in ISHCMC Music Video When most kids dream of stardom, they envision themselves dancing around their living rooms, perhaps imagining their own music videos. For Angelina Ho, an ISHCMC Grade 10 student, that dream became...

The International School Ho Chi Minh City (ISHCMC) is the first International School in Ho Chi Minh City, and the first IB World School in Vietnam. ISHCMC is a vibrant community of over 1,500 students representing 61 nationalities and provides...

How Important is Technology in Education? 7 Key Benefits Today, technology has deeply influenced every aspect of life, and education is no exception. With each constantly upgrading digital tool, schools worldwide are shifting to newer technologies that may upgrade students’...

Top 7 Essential Tips to Promote Future Planning for Students Future planning for students lays the groundwork to point them in the right direction. However, their uncertainty of interest and misleading information about various options for the academic and professional...

IB PYP Meaning Explained: How Can Students Benefit? IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) is an innovative educational program designed by the International Baccalaureate that empowers children to take an active interest in learning and transforms education into a fun-filled yet...

Transdisciplinary Learning in the PYP In traditional education, subjects like Math, English, Geography, and History often stand as isolated islands. Students may gain in-depth knowledge of each subject, but they may struggle to see how these pieces fit together in...

Top 8 Critical Thinking Skills for Students Critical thinking skills foster intellectual growth and prepare students for real-world challenges. They enable students to assess situations objectively and make reasoned decisions. Experts like Michael Scriven and Richard Paul define critical thinking...

What is Inquiry-Based Learning? Insights for Educators Proactive student engagement fosters a deeper connection between learners and the materials. Regarding promoting student’s active learning, inquiry-based learning is effective in encouraging them to ask questions and participate in their learning process....

What is MYP? Understanding the IB’s Middle Years Programme The International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) is a comprehensive educational framework for students aged 11 to 16. Knowing “what is MYP” and the curriculum is integral for parents, teachers,...