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“Farewell to School Days”
The graduation ceremony (also known as the graduation photo shoot) is a traditional and symbolic activity for Vietnamese students, usually held at the end of the final academic year (12th grade, or the last year of university or college). This is an opportunity to capture the final memories of school days with teachers and friends before each person embarks on a new journey. Here are some key points about the graduation ceremony
1. Meaning of the Graduation Ceremony
Preserving memories: The graduation photo shoot is a way to capture memorable moments of school life.
Connecting emotions: It helps the class members bond more closely, reflecting on the shared memories of their years together.
Marking a milestone of maturity: It’s a beautiful farewell before moving on to the next phase – university or a career.
2. Common Activities in the Graduation Ceremony
Group and individual photos: People often choose concepts such as traditional (ao dai – suits), creative (class uniforms, cosplay…), or outdoor settings (nature).
Making a graduation video: This can include a documentary, interviews with each class member, or a video highlighting the most memorable moments.
Sending well wishes – heartfelt messages: Some classes organize to read letters, write personal notes, or send final messages to one another.
Farewell parties: After the photoshoot, many classes organize a light party or a small trip to say goodbye.
3. Clothing for the Graduation Ceremony
Female: Traditional white ao dai (for high school students) or colored ao dai (for university students).
Male: Elegant suits, white shirts, and sometimes ties.
There are also “class uniforms” or costume themes (sports teams, doctors, princesses…).
4. Common Locations Chosen
On school grounds (to capture memories of the learning environment).
Beautiful locations: parks, old streets, Long Bien Bridge (Hanoi), Hoan Kiem Lake, Ho Chi Minh City’s Central Post Office, Notre-Dame Cathedral, beaches, reed fields, or studios.
5. Fun Facts
Graduation photoshoots are a time for everyone to dress their best, do their makeup, and invest in a professional photo/video team.
Some classes even go for hilarious concepts, like wearing traditional clothes, cosplaying as cartoon characters, or recreating classroom scenes from the past.
The graduation ceremony can last 1–2 days, depending on the schedule of photoshoots, travel, and farewell parties.
