Donghae City Successfully Holds "Answer 2007" Healing Concert for 700 Students After College Entrance Exam

Donghae City Cheers for High School Seniors After College Entrance Exam
Musical Gala, Talk Concert, and More Held for Students

Donghae City in Gangwon Province held a concert titled "Answer 2007" on December 2 at the Donghae Culture and Arts Center to support and encourage career exploration for about 700 high school seniors who completed the 2026 College Scholastic Ability Test.

Donghae City is holding the concert 'Answer 2007' on the 2nd at Donghae Culture and Arts Center to support and encourage career exploration for about 700 high school seniors who have completed the 2026 College Scholastic Ability Test. Photo by Donghae City

At the opening ceremony, Mayor Shim Kyueon of Donghae City delivered a video message, saying, "I am very proud of all of you who have completed the college entrance exam. As today's concert is a festival prepared just for you, I hope you can fully heal your tired bodies and minds," adding, "As someone who is both a senior in life and a parent at heart, I will always support your dreams and challenges," offering his congratulations and encouragement.

The concert featured participation from students of five high schools in Donghae City-Gwanghui High School, Mukho High School, Bukpyeong High School, Bukpyeong Girls' High School, and Samyook High School-making the event vibrant and lively. The event was hosted by Choi Minju and Jeon Woohyung, student council presidents of Bukpyeong Girls' High School and Bukpyeong High School, respectively. The program included a musical gala show, a performance by the youth vocal club "EXIT," and a show by the band club "Jigeum" from Gwanghui High School, all of which created a stage to cheer on the future of the youth.

Following this, a talk concert was held under the theme "Reset! Turn On the New Me," led by Director Hong Sungwoo. The finale featured a magic show, juggling, clown performances, and a laser show, all of which drew enthusiastic responses from the participating students.

After the concert, alumni associations from each school distributed snacks they had prepared with care, providing a warm moment of encouragement for the test-takers. In addition, cultural gift certificates donated by the Donghae City Stone Seal Artists Association and the Donghae Businessmen's Association were given to students through an event, further adding to the heartwarming atmosphere.

Donghae City is holding a concert titled "Answer 2007" on the 2nd at the Donghae Culture and Arts Center to support and encourage career exploration for about 700 high school seniors who have completed the 2026 College Scholastic Ability Test. Provided by Donghae City

Harin, a third-year student at Bukpyeong Girls' High School who participated in the event, said, "The process of preparing for the college entrance exam was tough, but watching today's performances was a great healing experience. The musical gala show and laser performance will remain wonderful memories. I am grateful to Donghae City for organizing this event, and I hope it continues next year so that my juniors can also participate."

Kim Chanmi, head of the band club "Jigeum" and a third-year student at Gwanghui High School, said, "Preparing for the exam as a test-taker was difficult, but standing on stage and performing with my friends gave me a great sense of accomplishment."

Chun Sujeong, Director of Physical Education, said, "This event was prepared to encourage students who have completed the college entrance exam and to support their futures. Seeing the students happy and healed gave me a great sense of fulfillment. I am especially grateful for the warm interest and support from the local community, and next year we will prepare 'Answer 2008' with even richer content."

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