What are the Christmas tree decoration ideas? How many days off are contractual teachers in Vietnam entitled to during the Christmas holiday?

What are the Christmas tree decoration ideas?

Decorating a Christmas tree is not merely an activity to beautify the space during the Christmas season but also carries profound cultural, spiritual, and emotional meanings.

Symbol of life and hope: The pine tree is one of the few tree species that remain lush all year round, even during the cold winter. Therefore, the Christmas tree is seen as a symbol of life, vigorous vitality, and hope for a bright future.

Commemoration of Jesus Christ: According to legend, the Christmas tree was chosen as a symbol of Christmas to commemorate the missionary work of Saint Boniface. He used the pine tree to replace the sacred oak of the Germans, symbolizing the transition from mythology to religion.

Family bonding: Decorating the Christmas tree together is a meaningful family activity, bringing people closer and creating beautiful and warm memories.

Creating a festive atmosphere: The Christmas tree, resplendent with colorful lights, shimmering ornaments, and lovely gifts, creates a truly cozy and joyful Christmas atmosphere.

Symbol of luck and prosperity: It is believed that the Christmas tree brings luck and prosperity to the family. Decorating the tree is also a way to wish for a peaceful and happy new year.

*Note: Information is for reference purposes only./.

What are the Christmas tree decoration ideas? How many days off are contractual teachers in Vietnam entitled to during the Christmas holiday? (Image from the Internet)

Is the school required to give Christmas gifts to contractual teachers in Vietnam?

According to Article 104 of the Labor Code 2019, the provision on bonuses is as follows:

Bonuses

1. A bonus means an amount of money, a piece of property or item that is provided by an employer for his/her employees on the basis of the business performance or the employees’ performance.

2. A bonus regulation shall be decided and publicly announced at the workplace by the employer after consultation with the representative organization of employees (if any).

According to the above regulation, contractual teachers are employees. Therefore, the employer (the school) is not required to give bonuses on Christmas 2024.

Thus, the decision to give gifts on Christmas (Noel) 2024 to contractual teachers depends on the school’s policies where the teacher is employed and the financial situation of each school.

How many days off are contractual teachers in Vietnam entitled to during the Christmas holiday?

Currently, there is no statutory provision for the Christmas holiday. However, according to Article 112 of the Labor Code 2019, the regulation is as follows:

Public holidays

1. Employees shall be entitled to fully paid days off on the following public holidays:

a) Gregorian Calendar New Year Holiday: 01 day (the 1st of January of the Gregorian calendar);

b) Lunar New Year Holidays: 05 days;

c) Victory Day: 01 day (the 30th of April of the Gregorian calendar);

d) International Labor Day: 01 day (the 1st of May of the Gregorian calendar);

dd) National Day: 02 days (the 2nd of September of the Gregorian calendar and the previous or next day);

e) Hung Kings Commemoration Day: 01 day (the 10th of the third month of the Lunar calendar).

2. Foreign employees in Vietnam are entitled to 01 traditional public holiday and 01 National Day of their country, in addition to the public holidays stipulated in Clause 1 of this Article.

3. The Prime Minister shall decide the specific public holidays mentioned in Point b and Point dd Clause 1 of this Article on an annual basis.

Additionally, Article 111 of the Labor Code 2019 states:

Weekly breaks

1. Each week an employee is entitled to a break of at least 24 consecutive hours. Where it is impossible for the employee to have a weekly day off due to the work cycle, the employer has the responsibility to ensure that on average the employee has at least 04 days off per month.

2. The employer has the right to determine and schedule the weekly breaks either on Sunday or for another fixed day in a week, which must be recorded in the internal labor regulations.

3. In case a public holiday falls on an employee’s weekly break as prescribed in Clause 1 Article 112 of this Labor Code, he/she will have compensatory time-off on the next working days.

Thus, contractual teachers are employees. Therefore, rest periods shall follow the provisions of the Labor Code.

Thus, Christmas 2024 does not fall within the public holiday. Therefore, contractual teachers will not have a day off on Christmas 2024.

If Christmas falls on a weekly break, the contractual teacher will have a full day off on this day.

Note: Christmas festivities usually take place in the evening after work hours, so teachers can fully spend time with family on this significant year-end day.