For the last twenty eight years, the Association of Vietnamese Americans (AVA), formerly known as the Maryland Vietnamese Mutual Association (MVMA), has organized an annual Academic Awards Ceremony to recognize outstanding Vietnamese American students attending Maryland public schools for their excellence in academic performance, leadership skills and community involvement. Last year, AVA recognized over 90 students who were nominated by their Montgomery County public schools.
In addition to the student academic awards, each year, we will give out two $1,000 college scholarships and will also recognize teachers and counselors for their contributions to Vietnamese American students’ academic success, and for helping to enrich the students’ lives. The awards ceremony will be followed by a community picnic which students, parents, and other Vietnamese community members are invited to attend.
