Mogilev's Last Bell: A City's Farewell to its Graduates

Mogilev Celebrates Last Bell: A Sweet and Bittersweet Farewell for Gymnasium No. 3 Graduates Mogilev, Belarus – On May 24th, 2025, the city of Mogilev witnessed a heartwarming yet poignant event: the last school bell ceremony for the graduating class of Gymnasium No. 3. The ceremony, captured in a short video by the "Mogilev-moygorod" portal, showcased the joy and sadness felt by students as they bid farewell to their school days. The video, lasting just over a minute, shows students elegantly dressed, dancing in the city square. Their happy expressions contrast with the underlying sentiment of leaving behind a significant chapter of their lives. One student, interviewed in the video, expressed a mix of emotions, stating, "It's a bit sad that school is ending, but it's also exciting to start the next chapter." Veronika Tkacheva, the director of Gymnasium No. 3, added, "Today, we see 62 of our 11th graders leave, and it's especially moving for me as their first teacher." The video concludes with the release of white balloons, symbolizing the students' hopes for the future. The event highlights the significance of education and community in Mogilev, showcasing a cherished tradition marking a transition from childhood to adulthood.