A Journey of Love for Children with Disabilities
Ms. Hong and students study in the inclusive education support room.
Since 1995, I have been a teacher at Van Thanh Tung Primary School, not only educating students but also supporting children with disabilities. These children—those with Down syndrome, autism, and intellectual disabilities—face immense challenges in learning and integrating into society. Simple tasks like sitting still, listening, reading, writing, or even using the toilet and making friends require great effort and guidance.
At first, I struggled to find the right approach. How could I help them focus and make progress? But through training sessions by VNHIP and the inclusive education support room model, I learned effective teaching methods. With patience, love, and empathy, I adapted my lessons to their needs.
At first, I struggled to find the right approach. How could I help them focus and make progress? But through training sessions by VNHIP and the inclusive education support room model, I learned effective teaching methods. With patience, love, and empathy, I adapted my lessons to their needs.
Ms. Hong guides the children to do handicrafts.
One of my most unforgettable moments was when a student excitedly called out, "Teacher, I can write now!" Seeing the joy on his face as he proudly showed me his first written words made all the effort worthwhile.
Despite the many challenges—limited resources, lack of awareness, and financial struggles of families—I believe that with love and dedication, every child has the potential to grow and shine. I hope for more support to create a better learning environment, not just in classrooms but in the community, where children with disabilities can truly belong and thrive.
Despite the many challenges—limited resources, lack of awareness, and financial struggles of families—I believe that with love and dedication, every child has the potential to grow and shine. I hope for more support to create a better learning environment, not just in classrooms but in the community, where children with disabilities can truly belong and thrive.
