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Good day, dearest Hivers! I hope you're all safe, especially with the recent typhoon hitting hard in various places. By the way, I wanted to share a moment that truly brings me back to my student days at my old school , as I was about to attend a meeting. Every corner there holds a special place in my heart, filled with memories and learning valuable lessons. Nowadays, my visits are mostly for my siblings, and for an important matter. It's truly a place that shaped me and continues to shape us all.


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As soon as I entered the school, I immediately went to this one special place since I had a vacant time. It's where my friends and I, had once made a video , filled with laughter and the joy of being together in such a special spot. But the slightly saddest part now was, I was sitting there alone, remembering how happy we had been in that moment. Still, I'm grateful that we had created those beautiful memories in this very special place.

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I then went to my Grade 8 sibling's classroom to get the money. I also noticed how disciplined the students were, maintaining the cleanliness of their room. It suddenly reminded me of the days my classmates and I would clean our own classroom together. It wasn't just about cleaning , it was also about strengthening our bond and deepening our connection. I was about to leave when my sibling handed me a paper and asked for my help. As much as I could, I tried my best to assist her before finally heading out.

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This center stage is dedicated to the high school students. It is new, built because we used to rely on the gym before it existed. Even though we only started using it last year , I know this stage will witness countless achievements of the students. It's more than just a venue; it's where their potential and talents will unfold.

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Behind the stage is where our Grade 12  classroom was located. It was the last room I belonged to before graduating from IIS. Seeing this room again, reminded me of those memories of unity we had made, such as cleaning the garden together , listening to music when there was a vacant time, and it was also a witness to all the hardships we've been through. 

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The meeting hadn't started yet, that's why I had another chance to explore the school. The last spot I captured was this spot where everyone gathered for flag ceremonies, both in elementary and high school. I missed being one of the role models in front when the exercises were being done, so everyone could follow along and more. I may not be able to mention all our memories here, but they're always in my heart. My beloved IIS.

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The meeting was about to begin, so I immediately went to the said venue. This meeting was for the feeding program, which was only for selected students who needed the most help. This program was about the health of these selected students and aimed to provide for their needs. I also experienced this back when I was in elementary school , and it was great to see that it had improved even more now. It was very helpful to the students. They not only focused on the students' learning but also on their health , which served as a part of their growth.

School isn't just a place for books and lessons, it's a treasure of knowledge, a blend of friendships, experiences, and skills, and a scrapbook of memories and growth. Now, I often return , not for myself, but for my siblings. Each trip is a reminder of the nervous excitement of challenging days. Looking back , I'm filled with gratitude for the environment that defined me. "Shape your environment, shape your future".




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