Evening opening ceremony of special class

In a classroom of only 15 square meters at the Lua Viet Club (Tan Phu Ward, Ho Chi Minh City), a special opening ceremony took place on the evening of September 5. No brilliant stage, no bustling school drum, but full of laughter and love.

Tran Bao Long, 13 years old, sang the song "Fly high with the song of dreams" at the opening ceremony - Photo: BE HIEU

The official opening ceremony took place at 6pm, starting with a martial arts performance to the music "Vietnam's Pride", the children's efforts after many days of practice. Without a grand stage, the children still gave their all with martial arts performances and singing to their teachers and parents at the opening ceremony.

“For many years, the opening ceremony has almost never had the sound of the school drum, only the sincere hearts of the children sent to the teachers, volunteers, and parents who have supported them on their journey to find their dream of learning” - Mr. Huynh Ngoc Dinh, head of the Lua Viet Club, shared.

This year is the 12th year the Club has accompanied the children in their search for knowledge, and it is also the year that 13 students have completed primary school. Although their ages are different, they all receive love from Mr. Dinh and the volunteer teachers.

13 children represent 13 different situations and fates: one has an incomplete family, one is shy about being criticized for being old, one makes a living selling lottery tickets... but they all share the same dream of going to school.

“Each child’s journey is different, most of them mature later than their age. I just hope they feel safe and comfortable when staying at Lua Viet house” - Mr. Dinh was moved.

Teacher Dinh said jokingly but the audience choked up: "Today there are only 11 faces coming up to receive certificates of merit, the remaining 2 students are busy making a living" - Photo: BE HIEU

In a moment of gratitude, Ngoc Han (12 years old) choked up as she gave her mother a bouquet of flowers: "My mother has worked hard to raise me, I just hope to grow up quickly so I can go to work and earn money to help my mother."

The journey to school for the children is still full of ups and downs. But in this small class, they are loved, taught to read and write, learned life skills and learned to love each other.

Ngoc Han was moved when giving a bouquet of flowers to express gratitude to her mother - Photo: BE HIEU

Special zero-dollar market

Before the opening ceremony, from 4pm, the area in front of the classroom became bustling with a small market, where students were free to choose from school supplies to their favorite snacks. Some students hugged their cups of milk tea and smiled, others ran to the stalls selling mixed rice paper, fried beef balls, snacks...

Each child was given 10 shopping coupons, the "price" being a smile. A loving arrangement from teachers and volunteers.

Each booth is a contribution from philanthropists, uncles, aunts, brothers and sisters who have accompanied the class for many years. "The zero-dong back-to-school fair is a gift of gratitude to the students after a year of hard work in studying, and also a spiritual encouragement for a new journey" - said Mr. Dinh.

Son Phi (left) and Thach Luyen eagerly wait for the booth to open - Photo: BE HIEU

Each child received a gift from the school supplies booth - Photo: BE HIEU

The fried fish ball stall is always crowded - Photo: BE HIEU

Ms. Lien (46 years old, member of Hoa Tu Tam Charity Association) said that the association brings hot fried rice, snacks and soft drinks to the children - Photo: BE HIEU

The children started their party - Photo: BE HIEU

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Source: https://tuoitre.vn/le-khai-giang-buoi-toi-cua-lop-hoc-dac-biet-20250905214919829.htm