Rodrigo enjoyed wakeboarding Saturday morning.
Leonardo enjoyed watching the Servette vs BSC Young Boys football match on Monday
Hamza enjoyed a thrilling day at Luna Park in Lausanne on Monday.
Enjoying the long weekend.
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Time off!
Seven ways to reset and relax between finals
Clean your area
No matter how you feel an exam went, at least the class is now over. Celebrate (quickly) by clearing your space, even if that just means moving all of your study materials out of sight. Having them literally out of the picture helps solidify that you’re done with that class and makes it easier to move on to your next subject. Even if you’re just moving everything to the floor so that you can more thoroughly organize it later, it’s pretty satisfying to shove everything to the side. A clean workspace will minimize distractions and boost your productivity once you return to studying.
Watch your favorite TV show
Grab your computer and put on your favorite light-hearted show. A movie’s probably too long, because you don’t want to sacrifice your limited study time, but a 30- or 45-minute show is great for calming and clearing your mind. Pick something you don’t have to pay much attention to, as you’ll probably start the episode and still be focused on what you wrote down for the essay question or whether you drew that graph correctly. But by the time the episode’s over, you’ll be smiling and ready to attack your next exam!
Take a walk or exercise
If there’s still light outside, get out of your living space. Being stuck inside surrounded by textbooks and notes can get overwhelming, and having a physical separation between you and your work is helpful. If you can’t get outside, try doing an at-home workout or meditation, however short. It’ll get your blood pumping and your focus off mental stress and onto physical sensations, helping you to reset. As an added bonus, exercise has been tied to better moods, concentration, and lower stress.
Cook and eat food
When we’re so busy, it’s easy to skimp on meals that take more than a few minutes to prepare. While your mind’s still busy reciting equations from your exam, take the time to cook a more nourishing meal. You’ll have the added bonus of more nutrients and better taste. If you don’t have any talents in the kitchen, order take-out. You just finished an exam, treat yourself!
Catch up with friends
Call or video chat with a friend. Having an interaction with someone who cares about your well-being can relieve the stress of the finals. Schedule a time to have a conversation after your exam, or plan a socially-distanced picnic. Alternatively, spend some quality time with your family or roommates. You might be tempted to unload your worries onto others, but take a break from all that stress and have a fun conversation with them. Talking about good things is a worthwhile activity to put yourself in a positive mindset. Hanging out with a buddy (even online) and having any semblance of human interaction can boost up your mental health.
Listen to your favorite podcast
If you feel the need to be productive during your break, listen to a podcast on a topic that interests you the most. There is a podcast for nearly every subject, from current event updates from the New York Times’ The Daily to conversations with the former first lady in The Michelle Obama Podcast. Give your eyes a break from the screen and close your eyes. No matter where you are or what you’re doing, listening to a podcast will lighten your busy day.
Sleep and don’t set an alarm
After those midterm all-nighters, you deserve to catch up on your sleep. You might wake up in three hours or not until the next day, but keeping your circadian rhythm on track is crucial to staying awake during the day and feeling good. Hang that “Do Not Disturb” sign on your bedroom door, grab your pillow, and count some sheep. Alternatively, if it’s the middle of the day and you need to study later, there’s no shame in afternoon naps! Get your beauty sleep to be refreshed to tackle your next final.
By Aliza Rabinovitz and Emma Cho
Well-being Pillar 5: “Making Safe and Responsible Choices¨
This week, we discussed the significance of decision-making and the challenges that come with making important decisions.
The city of canals ✨
This weekend, 4 of our Louis Degallier students joined the school trip to Venice and had an incredible time in the beautiful sunshine! 💕
The students enjoyed visiting the fabulous Doge Palacio, where they were able to discover its history through a guided tour. After, they had some free time to explore the famous city of canals 🌎
And of course, you can’t visit Venice without enjoying a Gondola ride through the beautiful turquoise canals ✨
On the last day, the students went to Murano Island to discover the history of glassmaking. They were mesmerised by the skill and talent of the craftsmen, a truly memorable experience 👏
Italian food was enjoyed by all, including pizza, pasta and every flavour of gelato. Below is a picture of Marcela’s seafood spaghetti which she said was incredible! 🍝
They returned this evening with big smiles on their faces, they truly loved this magical place and made some wonderful memories 🥰
Well-being Pillar 5: “Making Safe and Responsible Choices¨
In this week’s takeaway point, we explored the impact of peer pressure on our decision-making. The Advocates group designed this poster to assist students in recognizing and resisting peer pressure.
Weekend Fun
Hamza enjoyed boxing and working up a sweat this weekend.
Hamza is in the zone.
Rodrigo enjoyed a few games of Tennis this Sunday morning.
Diego joined the climbing club which he really enjoys each Saturday.
Rodrigo was back out enjoying our lake activity program on Saturday morning, wakeboarding, now that the weather is improving.
Well-being Pillar 5: “Making Safe and Responsible Choices¨
Tonight, during our Boarding Assembly has been launched the final Pillar of our Well-being Program: “Making Safe and Responsible Choices¨
May Fitness Challenge
Today, we kicked off an exciting fitness challenge in Boarding to support students navigating the stress of upcoming exams and staying active. With a unique challenge awaiting them each day, our aim is to provide both physical activity and stress relief.
A weekend in Berlin 🌏
This weekend, 4 of our Louis Degallier students joined the school trip to Berlin and had a fantastic time! 💕
During this trip, they enjoyed an active guided tour, visiting some of the famous historical monuments – some of which you will see pictured below 🗺🚶♀️✨
In addition to the tour, they also did the Berliner Odyssey VR adventure which took them through the history in a more visual way, giving them an idea of how Berlin was during the last 9 centuries 🕌
As expected, they got to enjoy traditional German food during the weekend, including an urban Alpine experience at the famous Lindenbräu restaurant 🥨
And of course, they were able to enjoy their free time to visit the shops and local markets 📸
All in all, they had a great time on this cultural city break and managed to dodge the rain here in Versoix! 🌞
Mother Earth Project CDL
Since 1970, April 22nd has been designated as Earth Day, a time to recognize and celebrate our remarkable planet and highlight the immense potential in conservation and sustainability. Our school would like to share this video about Earth Day and the impact of plastic on our planet. Please remember to prioritize sustainability and take care of our planet. The future will appreciate it. 🙂