This weekend we’ve inaugurated the BBQ season at Franconis BH.
Everyone participated and shared food and a nice moment at our backyard.
Earlier on the week, Meylis received a recognition for participating and supporting the groups of Wellbeing Pillar 5 “Making Safe and Responsible Choices”
Martin & Victor did not miss their weekly commitment at Cooking Club.
Same way, Navid hadly worked during his climbing session.
We will be back in two weeks with lots of stories to share and ready for the last bit of the academic year. See you soon.
This weekend we organized in CDL a Charity Football Tournament. (Martin making his way through the rivals)
We were raising money for the Tanzania Service Project, which it will take place during the Eastern Break (Jeff dribbling against his opponents)
Four teams participated on the Championship. (Meylis performed a great defense rol with only 1 goal received in 3 games)
Our boys not only performed well winning 2 games and 1 tie, … (Victor passing the ball during a game)
…but demonstrated Fair Play and won the Tournament. (Navid managing the midfield)
I was one of the lucky ones to get a picture with the Champions.
Next Wednesday we have another competition and we are also getting ready for it.
These weekend our students could again take part in many activities. Jeff decided to practice badminton and tennis.
Victor joined the group which went to the Geneva Motor Show
Navid loyal and committed to his Climbing sessions.
… and Martín added a new recipe to his collection during Cooking club.
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As February unfolds and the break approaches, we want to take a moment to extend our warmest wishes to all our readers.
We want you to know that we will be eagerly awaiting the return of our students after the break. The energy and enthusiasm they bring to our community contribute immensely to the vibrant spirit of our house, and we can’t wait to resume our shared journey of learning and growth.
This weekend a few of our students went to see their families and the ones staying took part on different activities.
Jeff played tennis with some of his colleagues of boarding.
Navid took part on his first climbing competition.
He got second position and this tournament gave him more motivation to advance on this discipline.
Martin learn a new recipe this weekend. Must have been delicious because he ate it before arriving home!
At 20:00 the ball started rolling and the boarding tournament began. Our students joined forces with students from Leman and New Portena to face the Olympus students in the opening match. Our students performed well and at the end of the match they won 6-1. Bravo Franconis!
This is how the mountain resort welcomed us at the beginning of the weekend.
Our students were very happy to try the slopes for first time this year.
Weather and snow conditions were optimal.
Navid & Al shared group and learnt along new skills on the mountain,
Victor chose snowboarding as his way to cruise the mountain.
During the break, our students enjoyed the awesome view.
Instructors of the Swiss Ski School tutored our students during the weekend.
And at the end of the day our students came back happy but with a smile on their faces.
First Semester is coming to an end and the Boarding Community celebrated this weekend with and amazing cocktail, dinner and party.
The house members dressed up for the special occasion.
Aloisio and his friends happily celebrating the end of the semester prior de winter break.
Jeff and his mates doing the same a few minutes ahead the fancy dinner.
Meylis was also enjoying the beautiful venue.
And we couldn’t be prouder of Martin and the words he dedicated to his teachers, mentors and friends. We are also very happy that you chose to spend your last two years of high school with us. All the best for you!
This weekend our students faced a new challenge.
We had a Bake Off Contest among the Boarding Houses and our students teamed up to bake a Vanilla Cake. Navi and Meylis were responsible for the cake.
Jeff was in charge of the decoration and frosting.
Competition was fierce as the other houses did a very good job.
But we are very proud of our first baked creation. ever.