The New Wall

By Sharon Kang

First day back from Spring Break, a dark blue wall separated us from the ocean. 

The usual calm sea that greeted us as we entered the school campus was blocked. Because I was out of the country during Spring Break, I looked forward to watching the sunrise and sunset by the swings. But I only saw glimpses of it in the sky, buried mostly by the blue wall. 

Thankfully, the dorm students had the privilege to still have the ocean view; however, they could not completely avoid the constructions as they watched the vintage chapel being destroyed. Many students at Dalat commented on this new change. 

Jasmine Hassan (12) said, “Dang, I wish I could see the view. This barrier covers it all.” 

Another student, Eleanor Emis (12), said, “It’s so sad because we won’t be able to enjoy the ocean view during our last few months left of high school.”

Similarly, I also felt sad that there won’t be more talking by the swings while watching the sunset. Many also commented that the ocean view was a critical part of Dalat. Whenever people visited or a school came for a competitive game at Dalat, they always talked about how Dalat was blessed to have this beautiful view every day. 

Despite the rising complaints from high school students, middle school students were excited about this new change. Even though they were disappointed not seeing the view, the construction will end with a new middle school building for them, a change many middle schoolers look forward to. 

By next year, the new wall will be gone, and the Dalat community will return to normal with its beautiful ocean view. Although the current seniors won’t be there to see the final product, we hope this construction will end well for the future of Dalat.