For Konchog Rapten's father, the schedule is well designed for his son during the summer, when the family moves to the pastures and on his days off, Konchog Rapten returns to them. Amid the verdant hills and flowing water, he assists his father with herding and aids his mother in tasks.

"If not for boarding facilities, balancing daily commutes and our bustling lives would be incredibly challenging," the father says, adding that their summer pasture is about an hour's drive to school.

Every day, after washing up and having breakfast in the morning, Konchog Rapten begins his day of study with his classmates.