Free education is a valuable lesson

Sichod Drolma, 15, enjoys boarding at Damshung County Middle School. There are 52 students in her class.

"Mathematics is my favorite course, because it feels great when a math problem is solved," Sichod Drolma says.

After school, the girl and her roommates walk back to their dormitory and do the physical exercises, such as squats and situps, required by their teacher to maintain their well-being. There'll be time to chat before going to sleep.

"The school is like another home for me," she says.