Today, our Middle School boarders set off on an unforgettable adventure: the Léman Journey. After weeks of preparation, they were more than ready for this three-day cycling challenge around Lake Geneva.

Along the way, they’ll build resilience, connect with students from other houses, and explore some of Switzerland’s most beautiful spots. An impressive 180km endurance that will truly make memories for them.

@thatboardingvibe Boarding Bike Ride around the Lake!! #thatboardingvibe #lakegeneva #bikeride #schooltrip #cdl ♬ original sound – 𝙇𝙭𝙪𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙯 🫶🏻

We had our Annual – Riders vs Runners Race in which two teams battled it out. One on wheels around Lake Geneva, and the other on foot, doing a matched km run! It wrapped up with a decisive win for the riders. Tackling a demanding course of mixed terrain, both teams gave it everything—speed, strategy, and pure determination. While the runners impressed with their resilience and steady pace, the riders pulled ahead on the hills and straights, crossing the finish line with time to spare. It was a thrilling contest that’s sure to fuel more debate over who really owns the road.

Our fifth wellbeing pillar, Making Safe and Responsible Choices, encouraged students to think about how their actions affect not only themselves but those around them. This term, the focus is placed on two vital themes: empathy and respect.

The programme began with an introductory video outlining how the topic was chosen, the challenges of narrowing it down to something meaningful, and the importance of finding a message that would truly resonate. The student advocate team, which included our very own Matthew and Kiarash from Olympus, helped deliver the content across the houses.

In Week 2, the spotlight was on empathy. Through videos and guided discussions, students explored the often difficult task of seeing the world through someone else’s eyes. Understanding how empathy develops and the role it plays in our daily interactions was a key takeaway.

Week 3 shifted the focus to respect, especially in the context of conflict resolution. Students reflected on how disagreements are natural in any shared living environment, but how respect forms the foundation for resolving those moments in a way that builds rather than breaks trust.

It was a thoughtful and practical part of our wellbeing programme, and we’re proud of the maturity shown by students throughout.

From Olympus, we would like to wish you a happy Spring Break. We hope you enjoy yourselves to the fullest and recharge your batteries to finish the year on a high note.

We look forward to meeting you again and hearing your holiday stories.

This week marked one of the highlights of the boarding calendar – the annual Talent Show. While we might not have walked away with the prize for the best act, or dazzled with the most talent, what we did bring – in abundance – was spirit.

It was a proud and emotional moment for us to witness our boys come together with enthusiasm and unity. They created a plan, committed to rehearsals, bought their own props, and most impressively, had the courage to get up on stage and perform in front of over 240 people.

Don’t judge us on our dance moves – judge us on our togetherness. What happened on that stage was more than a performance. It was a celebration of connection: a group of individuals, from all over the world, coming together to form a team, a family, a brotherhood.

In that brief moment under the lights, we were one. And that is something none of us will forget.

The spirit of competition was alive and well tonight as our boarding students took to the court for an intense showdown against Champittet. In a game filled with skill, determination, and teamwork, our team emerged victorious with an 11-9 win, showcasing the strength and resilience of our athletes.

Olympus was proudly represented by four of our boys—Jamil, Sebastian, Nicolas, and Jean-Louis—each playing a crucial role in securing the victory. From the first whistle, the energy was electric, with both teams displaying impressive coordination and strategic play. The match was a nail-biter, with the scoreline remaining tight throughout, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats.

This past weekend at Olympus was filled with energy and variety, offering students a mix of creativity, fitness, and fun.

We hope you enjoy our weekly email and seeing the activities on offer and encourage your son to participate. We have a unique opportunity for students to improve on existing skills or try something new!

This weekend the Olympus boys participated in cooking, tennis, hiking, boxing, climbing and stretching to name a few.

These moments of connection and activity remind us of the importance of balance in boarding life. At CDL, we continue to create opportunities for students to engage, grow, and make lasting memories together.

What a great half-term it has been. We hope you have enjoyed following our adventures on our blog. This has been a short period, but action-packed and full of fun times and memories made! Enjoy the holiday.

We had another great weekend filled with an abundance of activities. Here is an interview with Bohdan.

Which activity did you choose this weekend?

Climbing.

Why climbing?

It helps me to train my forearms and control my body better

Do you always choose the same activity each weekend?

Yes

Why?

I tried tennis and cooking before, wouldn’t say I didn’t like it, just prefer climbing more.

What do you think of the Weekend Programme that is offered?

I like it. It helps to students not only make the progress in things they like, but even socialise more

Building Stronger Connections: Self-Awareness and Self-Care

This month, we focused on an essential wellbeing theme: healthy relationships begin within. Before building strong connections with others, students must first develop a positive relationship with themselves.

Through self-awareness, they understand their emotions, values, and boundaries. Through self-acceptance, they embrace who they are—flaws and all. These qualities create meaningful relationships.

Prioritising Self-Care and Boundaries

This week, we continued with the Empty Cup demonstration which illustrated the importance of replenishing ourselves to avoid burnout. We shared practical self-care tips and explored setting healthy boundaries through an interactive Kahoot, sparking discussions on saying no and respecting personal limits.

Positive relationships start with self-awareness and self-acceptance. By prioritising self-care and setting boundaries, students create space for fulfilling connections with themselves and others.