Connections

As every weekend our Olympians embark on different activities to give their best, discover new hobbies or just relax.

But how nice it is when connections are generated that go beyond that, for example Lorenzzo had a strong connection with his horse, enjoying horse riding during the Saturday morning, or in the kitchen, working as a team and making delicious dishes like Nicolas, or also a great connection, often forgotten, the connection with oneself as for example Bohdan reaches on the climbing wall challenging himself every weekend.

What is a derby?

In sports slang, a derby is a match in which two teams with a maximum rivalry face each other, usually due to a shared history, geographical proximity,y or who knows what other reasons we can find, for example here in CDL Boarding, this year the two teams that are playing best in the internal league are the Galacticos FC (with students from various houses playing together, highlighting the goalkeeper Sebastian and the playmaker Nicolas, from Olympus) and the Staff Team.

Everyone had been waiting for this match for many days and today it was finally played, the match had what spectators love but coaches hate: goals.

Galacticos started with a good approach, taking a 2-0 lead, with an attractive game and solid defense with a great Estaban at the back. But the potential of the staff team and good cohesion as a team equalized the game 6-6, taking the game to extra time, exciting until the last minute.

The staff team got the win with a golden goal, but we are certainly looking forward to the next game to see these two teams face each other.

Many thanks to referee and tournament organizer Spencer.

 

Japanese New Year traditions by Ikuma

At our monthly assembly, Ikuma took the stage with two other colleagues to present in front of the whole Boarding how the new year is celebrated in Japan, his part was very much listened to as it was about the typical dishes that accompany the celebrations, we have certainly learned that the choice of dishes apart from their taste are chosen for their meaning and tradition.

Leave in the comments what is the typical food of your country or community to celebrate the new year.

Well done Ikuma! And once again Happy New Year to you all!

 

Moroccan dinner in CDL

International dinners are back! This week we have traveled to North Africa to savour the Moroccan culture from the warmth of its dishes.

We have discovered couscous which is mixed with some tasty meat and vegetables can be a great combination, and can always be accompanied with a mint tea which always invites you to have a good conversation with friends.

 

 

Drama Showcase

Come and see, the performance is about to begin!

Yesterday, Fernando, one of our IB1 students, and his classmates from the Literature and Performance subject delivered a spectacular theatrical performance. It was truly a brilliant showcase of their skill development, as they confidently took the stage to bring their dialogue to life.

Bravo to the entire cast!

 

Boarding Awards – Olympus Joy

The moment we’ve all been waiting for this semester is finally here, the Boarding Awards!

This event is all about recognizing students who have stood out in academics, activities, and Boarding life.

This semester, the awards were especially exciting because of the amazing grades across all grades and programs. Many students are so close to excellence! A big shoutout to everyone working hard to improve every day—and, of course, to our winners.

The Activities category was also super competitive, with so many students showing real passion and skill in their hobbies. And let’s not forget the Boarding Life award, which celebrated students who are truly connected to their house and the CDL Boarding community.

Congrats to all the winners, and good luck to everyone aiming for an award next semester! Keep pushing, you’ve got this!

 

 

David, Artem, and Jamil who won the Activities Awards.

 

You-How and Karim who won the Academic Awards.

 

Tristan, Edoardo, Christian and Nikolai who won the Boarding Life Awards

Wellbeing Pilar I – Online Safety

Today, our 9th and 10th graders participated in a well-being session as part of our programme to conclude Pillar I: Online Safety. The session included a presentation covering various topics related to using new technologies. While it was clear that our students, as a generation raised in the digital age, possess a broad understanding of the online world, the session highlighted that there is still much to discover and learn.

… and most importantly, there are many aspects to be cautious about and protect themselves from.

Our three key takeaway points were:

  • Have you heard of sextortion?
  • Do you know what it means to be blackmailed?
  • What would you do if someone threatened you online?

This session served as a valuable reminder of the importance of navigating the digital world responsibly. We hope that by fostering these discussions, our students will feel more confident and better equipped to protect themselves online, promoting a safer and more informed approach to technology use.

 

A Swiss Adventure: Olympus Discovers Lucerne

This past weekend, a group of students from Olympus—David, Kiarash, Christian, and Nicolas—visited the beautiful Swiss city of Lucerne.

It was a highly enriching experience. They enjoyed a guided tour of the city, learning more about its history, savoring the local cuisine, exploring the Transport Museum, and climbing the impressive Mount Pilatus, where they took in stunning views.

We look forward to exploring more of Switzerland’s beautiful, historic cities soon. But for now, our next adventure awaits at Disneyland Paris—stay tuned so you don’t miss a single detail!

   

Olympus is bustling with activity!

This long weekend kicked off with parent-teacher meetings on Friday, where we received a wealth of feedback on each student’s academic progress. Well done, everyone—keep up the great work!

It’s also been an excellent opportunity to embark on a Boarding trip to Lucerne, enjoy various activities, and spend quality time socializing and having fun.

 

 

 

Welcome teachers! Bienvenue aux professeurs !

The teachers visited the house, at Olympus, and we changed the scenario, in addition to seeing each other in the classrooms daily, we invited the teachers to visit our Boarding House.

We had a great time showing them Olympus, sharing some snacks, and challenging them to a game of pool.

We have been in class for a few weeks now and we already know each other, but now they also know our friends and House Parents personally, so it has been easier to talk about our different goals and how to achieve them with the support of the Boarding House.

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Les enseignants ont visité la maison, à Olympus, et nous avons changé le scénario, en plus de nous voir dans les salles de classe tous les jours, nous avons invité les enseignants à visiter notre maison.

Nous avons eu beaucoup de plaisir à leur montrer Olympus, à partager des snacks et à les mettre au défi de jouer au billard.

Nous sommes en classe depuis quelques semaines et nous nous connaissons déjà, mais maintenant ils connaissent aussi nos amis et nos House Parents personnellement, il est donc plus facile de parler de nos différents objectifs et de la façon de les atteindre avec le soutien de l’internat.