{"id":17179,"date":"2025-07-01T13:56:48","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T06:56:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/?p=17179"},"modified":"2025-07-04T13:16:05","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T06:16:05","slug":"one-place-one-story-opos-2025-a-summer-camp-that-breaks-boundaries-in-bac-ninh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/community\/one-place-one-story-opos-2025-a-summer-camp-that-breaks-boundaries-in-bac-ninh\/","title":{"rendered":"One Place One Story (OPOS) 2025: A Summer Camp That Breaks Boundaries in Bac Ninh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The \u201cOne Place One Story \u2013 OPOS\u201d summer camp was held at Hoang Hoa Tham Secondary School in Bac Ninh City, marking the close of a 10-day journey filled with enriching experiences and meaningful connections.<\/strong> This program served as an inspiring bridge, connecting students from Saigon South International School (SSIS) and <\/strong>Lawrence S. Ting Secondary & High School (LSTS) with local youths through engaging activities centered on learning, cultural exchange, and heartfelt sharing.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each year, the OPOS summer camp \u201cstations\u201d itself in a different province of Vietnam with a clear mission: to help students naturally enhance their English communication, sharpen soft skills, and – most importantly – foster deeper cultural awareness and social responsibility. It\u2019s a perfect fusion of international learning and Vietnamese identity – shaping globally minded citizens who remain proudly rooted in their heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year, the ancient cultural cradle of Bac Ninh – home to the traditional Quan h\u1ecd folk singing was chosen as the OPOS destination. A total of 120 middle school students from eight local schools fully immersed themselves in learning, cultural exploration, and personal development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Joining them were 41 volunteers – Vietnamese and international students from SSIS and LSTS – divided into two teams: \u201cEnglish Support Volunteers\u201d and \u201cMedia Volunteers”. They were more than just assistants – they served as role models, connectors, and creators of an inclusive, dynamic learning environment. The volunteers also gained hands-on experience in cultural immersion, teamwork, and leadership through real-world interaction. This vibrant exchange of ideas and cultures made OPOS uniquely empowering, encouraging students to express their authentic selves and learn from one another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The summer camp was a place where students truly connected and bonded<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Throughout the 10-day journey (from June 16 to June 26, 2025), every moment at OPOS was filled with thoughtfully designed, hands-on activities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMaster English \u2013 Unlock Soft Skills\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At OPOS, English wasn\u2019t a dreaded subject or a dry lecture – it became a living language. Volunteers transformed each class into an interactive playground where students eagerly practiced conversations, debates, presentations, and team projects. The goal To help students speak English fluently and fearlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Between lessons, media team-led games and challenges kept the energy high and minds engaged – all while subtly building problem-solving and teamwork skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCultural Adventures \u2013 Community Seeds\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A standout highlight of OPOS 2025 was the field trips to traditional craft villages in Bac Ninh. Students experienced firsthand the making of Dong Ho folk paintings and Phu Lang ceramics, while listening to artisans share stories passed down through generations. These hands-on encounters nurtured a deep appreciation for Vietnamese heritage and planted seeds for both preservation and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The students visited and experienced life at the Ph\u00f9 L\u00e3ng pottery village<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Storytelling Event\u201d \u2013 The Night Stories Came to Life<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The camp concluded on June 26, 2025, with an emotional \u201cStorytelling Event\u201d. Far from being a typical wrap-up, it became a stage where students took on the role of storytellers, confidently sharing their transformation journeys.From reflections on their English breakthroughs and soft skill growth to memorable cultural discoveries in Bac Ninh – each story was delivered in their own voice and style. It wasn\u2019t just a showcase of language and public speaking development – it was a moment where every student shined with pride in who they had become.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About The Lawrence S. Ting Foundation Established in 2005, The Lawrence S. Ting Foundation (LSTF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing education and healthcare in Vietnam. Through impactful programs like OPOS, the Foundation strives to improve quality of life and foster sustainable development opportunities within the community. Website: https:\/\/www.lstf.org.vn\/vi<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The \u201cOne Place One Story \u2013 OPOS\u201d summer camp was held at Hoang Hoa Tham Secondary School in Bac Ninh City, marking the close of a 10-day journey filled with enriching experiences and meaningful connections. This program served as an inspiring bridge, connecting students from Saigon South International School (SSIS) and Lawrence S. Ting Secondary […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":18,"featured_media":17161,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[80,116],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-17179","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-community","8":"category-lstf"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17179","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/18"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17179"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17179\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17183,"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17179\/revisions\/17183"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17161"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17179"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17179"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/phumyhungngaynay.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17179"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}