Coronavirus Update: Campus Closure Extended Through May 3

Dear Faculty and Staff,

We have received official notification from the People’s Committee, in letter 1420/UBND-VX  that the citywide measures to curb the spread of COVID-19  and school campus closures will be extended until May 3.

Thus, everyone should continue to enforce maximum social distancing, only going out primarily for necessities – food, medicine, and medical care through the end of this month. Also, we must continue to wear masks in public places, and maintain at least 2 meters from others at all times to comply with Vietnamese law.

Although I understand that we’re all hoping for the government to lift the restrictions, we will have to continue putting on a brave face for another few weeks. It is the aggressive measures taken by the Vietnamese government that has kept us safe thus far, and for that, I know we are all truly grateful. And, that our hearts go out to all who are enduring great suffering in the world today.

I want to, once again, truly emphasize the importance of taking your mental and physical wellbeing seriously, at this time. Our very own HS PE team put together the Dragons Energizer website, an excellent resource filled with physical activities you can do from home. And if you did not already subscribe to receive updates from the Wellness Blog, please do so today. Our Wellness Committee regularly shares articles, podcasts, and videos that are beneficial to our social-emotional wellbeing. You may also want to bookmark this TED Talks playlist on “The Importance of Self Care”

So, let’s all try to stay healthy, stay fit, and to stay connected as we continue to deliver our high-quality online curriculum to our students through Virtual School, from our respective homes. Remember that in this world of uncertainty, we need to continue reassuring parents of our unwavering commitment to their children’s education.

I look forward to speaking with you on Tuesday at 11:45 AM via Zoom.

All good wishes,
Catriona