This week in our Wellbeing Pillar: Making Safe and Responsible Choices, the focus was on a vital skill for building positive relationships—empathy.

During our House Meeting, the Advocates Team guided the students through an engaging video that explored what empathy really means, why it can sometimes be difficult, and how it plays a key role in understanding and supporting others.

The main goal of this session was to help students reflect on how empathy grows through active listening, perspective-taking, and showing kindness in daily interactions.

The group had the chance to share their thoughts and examples of when empathy made a difference in their own friendships and community. It was a great step forward in building stronger, more understanding relationships in our boarding family.

This week’s House Dinner was a real treat as we all gathered to enjoy a delicious, homemade lasagna together. The boys loved the hearty meal, and the atmosphere in the house was full of laughter and good conversation. It’s always great to sit down as a group and share a meal like family!

After dinner, Diego and Jeronimo joined the Tuesday Fun Nights group for a relaxing walk down to the lake, where they enjoyed some well-deserved ice cream by the water. With the sun setting and the calm lake view, it was the perfect way to end the evening.

A big thank you to everyone for making it such an enjoyable night. Here’s to more fun evenings ahead! 🌅🍝🍦✨

It’s been a perfect balance of rest and activity here in Franconis House this weekend! With exams underway for some and upcoming for others, the boys have taken time to recharge while still staying active and enjoying the sunshine.

Diego got involved in our May Fitness Challenge and later joined Jeronimo for a walk and lunch in Geneva. Jeronimo has also been keeping his fitness up with running and gym sessions. 💪🏃

Antonio had a busy and fun weekend too—cooking a delicious chicken meal with Lucy, attending the Karate activity, and playing football in the garden with his sister Alessia. ⚽🍗🥋

Wenyan and Zitian enjoyed the beautiful weather with walks around Versoix, while Kaishu had a great day out exploring the BioPark! 🐾🌳

All in all, it’s been a weekend of balance, fun, and fresh air! 🌟👏

Here’s to a great week ahead! 🎉

This evening in Franconis, we officially launched Pillar 5 of our Wellbeing Program: Making Safe and Responsible Choices. The focus of this pillar is all about encouraging students to reflect on how their actions impact themselves and others, and how thoughtful decision-making plays a key role in building a respectful and supportive community.

As part of the launch, the students watched a video introduction presented by Mr Manuel, which outlined the goals of Pillar 5, introduced the student advocate team, and explained how this topic was selected. The video also gave insight into the feedback process, which involved visiting nearly all of the boarding houses to listen to student voices and shape a theme that truly resonates.

Following the video, the group took part in a discussion, reflecting on two key takeaway points for this pillar:

🔍 The difficult art of seeing the world through others’ eyes – how empathy helps us understand perspectives and avoid misunderstandings.

🗝️ Respect is the key to resolving conflict and building connection – the foundation for open, honest, and supportive relationships.

The evening set a strong tone for the weeks ahead, as we continue exploring what it means to make safe and responsible choices both within the house and beyond. A big thank you to the students for their engagement and thoughtful reflections tonight—this is what wellbeing in action looks like. 💬💡

This month, our Boarding Community is kicking off the May Fitness Challenge—a fun and energising way to get moving together as we head into the final stretch of the school year!

Each day brings a new fitness challenge, designed to boost energy, improve wellbeing, and build some friendly competition between students and houses.

The aim? Stay active, support one another, and have some fun while building healthy habits!

As we wrap up a busy and rewarding term, we’d like to wish all our students and families a wonderful and well-deserved holiday break!

The boys in Franconis have worked hard, supported one another, and made the most of every moment this term. Now it’s time to rest, relax, and enjoy the break—whether you’re heading home, traveling, or simply taking time to recharge.

From all of us here in the House—Happy Holidays!
We look forward to welcoming everyone back soon, refreshed and ready for the final part of the school year! 🌍☀️

To wrap up Pillar 4 of our Wellbeing Program – Healthy Bodies and Minds, we ended on a high-energy note with an exciting Boarders vs. Day Students basketball game!

It was the perfect way to bring everything we’ve focused on—movement, nutrition, mindfulness, and balance—into action. The game was full of energy, great team spirit, and plenty of laughs. Both teams played with heart, showing not just skill, but the kind of camaraderie and sportsmanship that truly reflect the spirit of our community.

While the final score didn’t really matter, the shared experience and friendly rivalry made it a memorable way to close this wellbeing pillar. A huge well done to everyone who took part, and thanks to all who came to cheer them on!

Let’s carry the lessons of Pillar 4 forward—staying active, looking after our minds and bodies, and supporting each other every step of the way. 💪🌟

As we head into our final week before Spring Break, the boys in Franconis made the most of a sunny and activity-filled weekend! With beautiful weather and great energy all around, it was a perfect mix of fun, service, and exploration.

As we enter Week 3 of our Wellbeing Pillar: Healthy Bodies and Minds, our focus shifts to something just as important as nutrition and physical activity—Mindfulness.

Following our conversations around healthy eating and the power of movement, this week is all about slowing down, being present, and understanding how mindfulness can positively impact our mental and emotional well-being.

Key Takeaways for This Week:

🧠 Understanding Mindfulness and Its Benefits – How being present can reduce stress, improve focus, and support emotional balance.
🌿 Simple Mindfulness Techniques – Learning easy ways to bring mindfulness into everyday life, from breathing exercises to mindful walking.

Let’s take this week as an opportunity to pause, breathe, and reconnect with ourselves. Even a few mindful moments a day can make a big difference. 💭🌼

This week in our Wellbeing Program, we focused on the importance of movement and how staying active benefits every aspect of our lives. Whether it’s a walk, a workout, or a game with friends, moving our bodies isn’t just about fitness—it’s about feeling better, thinking clearer, and improving overall well-being.

Why Movement Matters:

💪 Physical Health – Regular activity strengthens muscles, improves heart health, and boosts energy.
🧠 Mental Well-being – Exercise releases endorphins, reducing stress and improving mood.
🎯 Focus & Productivity – Movement sharpens concentration, helping with studying and daily tasks.
😴 Better Sleep – An active lifestyle helps regulate sleep patterns, leading to deeper rest.

This week, we encouraged everyone to get moving in ways that feel good—whether that’s hitting the gym, going for a walk, playing sports, or simply stretching after a long day. A little movement each day can make a big difference!

Let’s keep the momentum going and make movement a daily habit. How will you move this week? 🚴‍♂️🏀🎾