A group of six people, four sitting and two standing, pose on stone steps in front of a large white building with columns and a green dome under a clear blue sky.

HS2021 Diary: The first Summer Camp ever in Finland!

After a few hours flying from Vietnam, the first group of students in the Finest Future High School Program 2021 eventually arrived in Salla, Finland, on 27th July. The chilly weather in Salla, opposite of the hot season in Sai Gon, Viet Nam, told the students they indeed stepped into a whole new world. A journey full of excitement and exploration has begun, initially with a fun and interesting Summer Camp.

This year, the Vietnamese group consists of 7 young and ambitious students: Anh Thy, Tuan Khai, Dinh Minh, Duc Anh, Tuong Anh, Minh Phuong and Yen Phuong. They are pioneering kids bravely pursuing their dreams in Finland, even though the pandemic situation makes it much more challenging than ever before. Wonderfully, they are warmly welcomed everywhere and soon get used to the atmosphere in this Scandinavian country.

There is a wide range of activities in the Summer Camp, from training to entertainment. The kids take Finnish classes directly with the local Finnish teacher and have the chance to nurture their entrepreneurial spirit while presenting their Startup Project ideas. In addition, Bambi & Peter, our Finest Future’s core associates in Finland, have become the most friendly tour guides showing the kids to famous attractions such as the Santa village, Oodi library and presenting them to the renowned traditional Finnish sauna, as well as Frisbee golf for the first time.

After the fun and knowledgeable experience in the Summer Camp, the kids say goodbye to their friends and spread out to different cities where their high schools are located. A new adventure is waiting for them.

Let’s have a look at the precious moments in Summer Camp 2021!

A group of people standing together indoors, smiling at the camera. The setting has flags and a bust in the background, suggesting an official or diplomatic environment. There is a couch and a potted plant in the foreground.
Visiting Vietnam Embassy in Finland – what a powerful squad!
A group of people sitting at tables in a bright room. Two individuals stand near a screen displaying the Vietnamese flag and a list titled "FACTS". Some participants are wearing face masks, and large windows provide natural light.
Confidently presenting startup projects 
A camera crew films two people sitting at a desk in a brightly lit classroom. The people are wearing masks, and the camera operator is adjusting the equipment. Large windows and empty desks are visible in the background.
Getting interviewed by Finnish media – our brilliant kids will soon get used to the media attention
A group of people smiling and posing in a gymnasium, with a few individuals sitting and reclining in the front row. They appear relaxed and cheerful, gathered together in front of a climbing frame and walls lined with wooden panels.
What’s life without (floorball) goals.
A group of six people pose on the steps in front of a large white building with columns and a green domed roof. It's a sunny day, and they appear to be smiling. The building is Helsinki Cathedral in Finland.
Check-in Helsinki
A group of eight people standing side by side outdoors, smiling at the camera. They are casually dressed, mostly in jeans and T-shirts with "Finest Future" printed on them. Behind them are green trees and a cloudy sky.
Best wishes to all these beloved students. Your journey has just begun!