On November 17 night, the live television program In Gratitude with the theme “Hope” was broadcast in celebration of Vietnam Teachers' Day on November 20. Over its 90-minute runtime, the program left a lasting emotional impact on viewers with its heartfelt depictions of the simple yet profound bond between teachers and students.
Six stories moved viewers, each offering unique inspiration and featuring different individuals, yet all sharing the common theme of celebrating the values and contributions of teachers to education and society.
Among these was the deeply touching story of teacher Nguyen Thi Dung and teacher Nguyen Quang Tho, who traveled dozens of kilometers daily to reach a special classroom. This classroom, located in a community cultural center, serves students from ethnic minority groups, ranging from young adults in their 20s to older learners who are already grandparents.
The special class, “Hope”, has been led by teacher Nguyen Quang Tho as the homeroom teacher for six consecutive months.
The image of a mother carrying her child every evening to attend a class to eradicate illiteracy.
The letter sent by Teacher Nguyen Quang Tho's wife touches the hearts of many people.
Or the story of teacher Ha Ngoc Dao, who always remembers the teacher who supported and helped him during the difficult years of the war. At the same time, the deep affection that teacher Nguyen Quoc Thai had for students from the South who came to study in the North also left a lasting emotional impact.
Teacher Ha Ngoc Dao could not hide his emotions as he reminisced about the teachers who had supported him.
The reunion of teacher Ha Ngoc Dao and teacher Nguyen Quoc Thai.
Not to be forgotten is teacher Vu Van Tung, who gets up every morning at the crack of dawn and travels 80 km to bring 200 loaves of bread to children in disadvantaged areas. His dedication gives these children the motivation to stay in school and the hopeto change their lives.
The vehicle carrying the beloved loaves of bread, priced at 0 VND, travels daily along the familiar road.
Thanks to teacher Tung, hundreds of students have a nutritious and delicious breakfast on their school days.
Another image is that of Professor Dr. Tran Danh Cuong, a teacher deeply respected by generations of students at Hanoi Medical University. Few people know that, after more than 30 years of dedicated teaching, his success is also a culmination of the great values passed down by the generations of teachers who came before him.
A touching image of Professor Tran Danh Cuong with his foreign teacher, who supported him greatly throughout his research and studies.
Today, Professor Dr. Tran Danh Cuong is not only a talented obstetrician and gynecologist but also a beloved teacher to many generations of students.
Furthermore, there is a continuous effort to innovate teaching methods, as well as the empathy and sharing of teachers who bring hope and the light of knowledge to the children, who are the country’s future.
Although the special class does not meet the teacher in person, it still provides countless valuable lessons.
"Minister of Education Nguyễn Kim Sơn, the delegates, and teachers pose for a photo with the teenagers and children. (Photo: Duong Duy)
These stories are not only a testament to the dedication, love for the profession, and compassionate hearts of teachers, but also an endless source of inspiration for today's generation and those to come. From remote areas to university lecture halls, the light of knowledge has been ignited and spread by these silent, dedicated teachers. Through their tireless efforts, they have sown the seeds of dreams, sparked hope, and opened the future for countless individuals, , leading the nation into an era of growth and progress.
