Last week the school's twentieth anniversary took place. I had the opportunity to visit my beloved middle school again after ten years of separation. Still the yard of Ban Mai Middle School, but the reality has changed a lot after many years. From the outside looking in, it looks big and beautiful. The school gate is made of iron, above is a sign with the name of the school. When entering the schoolyard, which is paved with bricks, it is very spacious but there is not a single piece of trash. The canopy of mother-of-pearl, phoenix, and mausoleum... stands tall on the school grounds, full of trees familiar to students' age.
The school building and two classrooms. Each block has three floors. Still the familiar rows of houses. But they have been remodeled to become more spacious. The outside of the rows of houses are painted with golden yellow paint. Inside the classrooms are also more comfortable, windows and doors painted in a beautiful blue color. The classrooms are not only full of learning equipment. It is also equipped with projectors, air conditioners…


At this time, the atmosphere of the celebration was lively. Many generations of students who have grown up from this school have returned. Today, the teachers are all dressed very formally. The girls wore crimson ao dai. The teachers wear casual pants and white shirts. Everyone's faces were happy to see their students again. I also met my former homeroom teacher. I happily hugged her. She kindly asked about my health and work. Her image in memory with the present has not changed. She is still as young as before, smiling to greet us. Old friends who have not seen each other for a long time now have the opportunity to meet again. We are all more mature. Everyone is successful in a different way. Smiles, photos are what remains after the meeting. The school celebration is precious. We feel like we are back in our school years. I love so many secondary schools - the place that has kept many of my beautiful memories.