Categoria: Notizia

Aiglon College: Where Ski Racing is more than just a Sport

Nestled amidst the Swiss Alps, Aiglon College has long been synonymous with mountain sports, particularly skiing — as many alumni will no doubt fondly remember. Ski racing has always been ingrained in Aiglon life and this sport has come to represent an emotional connection with the school for many generations of students. How, then, do […]

Unforgettable learning journeys: Champittet secondary students embark on Cultural Trips across Europe

In September, our middle and high school students set off to explore urban hubs and rural landscapes across Switzerland and Europe. Our Cultural Trips are eagerly anticipated here at Collège Champittet, and our latest voyages for students in Grades 9 to 14 were an absolute blast! Champittet students in each grade visited different destinations with […]

Reflections from the Outward Bound Fall Cultural Trip

Written by Dean of Students, Mr. Paul Fomalont For over 20 years, our grade 10 students have had an Outward Bound experience for their fall cultural. This trip has a distinct curriculum focused on leadership, teamwork, and communication—all rooted in outdoor activities. It’s also the trip that evokes the most apprehension among students.   This trepidation […]

Swiss Schools Sustainability Summit 2024: connecting with COP29 and beyond

From the finer points of intergenerational leadership to reducing school food waste, the Swiss Schools Sustainability Summit 2024 – hosted for the third consecutive year by Aiglon College – was brimming with insight, inspiration and ideas for positive change. “We live in a world that is facing mounting challenges – more than ever, we need creative leadership, […]

Raccolta della conoscenza: apprendimento esperienziale presso il vigneto Les Trois Terres

At LAS, we believe that experiential learning brings academic knowledge to life. Recently, our grade 10 Pre-AP Biology students took their studies outdoors to Les Trois Terres Vineyard, an LAS Partner in Sustainability. This annual field trip allowed students to gain hands-on experience in the vineyard, connecting their biology studies to real-world processes while helping […]

Costruire un futuro più verde: la campagna scientifica LAS ispira l'azione ambientale

With such beautiful landscapes and stunning mountains, it’s important that here at LAS, we encourage students to take care of the environment in which they live. Our beautiful ski slopes and clean air are only made possible by the sustainable measures we take to ensure we can enjoy our surroundings for years to come. For […]

Progetto CubeSat: un veicolo spaziale Aiglon

Aiglon College is set to achieve an exciting milestone with the development and upcoming launch of its first CubeSat spacecraft. The project, scheduled for deployment in 18 months, provides a unique opportunity for students to engage in hands-on satellite engineering, equipping them with practical skills that will serve them well in future academic and professional […]

Come un nuovo corso di imprenditorialità sta aiutando gli studenti Aiglon a distinguersi

Parents hope that schools will equip their children with the knowledge, skills and critical thinking abilities needed to thrive in the real world. But all too often that isn’t the case. For example, in the UK, a recent survey found that over 70% of parents said the education system puts too little emphasis on preparing young people […]

L'impatto dell'intelligenza artificiale (IA) sul marketing

Mark Britton Jones Consultant Lecturer, Glion Institute of Higher Education How will artificial intelligence (AI) affect the future of marketing? And what does this mean for career opportunities in the profession? We asked faculty member Mark Britton Jones, who delivers a specialized marketing course to Glion students, for some answers… Speak to any experienced marketer […]

Diamo il benvenuto al nostro nuovissimo pullman Mercedes-Benz nella flotta Beau Soleil!

We are thrilled to announce the latest addition to our Beau Soleil fleet: a brand-new Mercedes-Benz coach! Our Junior students had the privilege of being the first to enjoy a trip on the new bus, marking the start of many exciting journeys ahead. This coach joins our existing fleet of seven Mercedes-Benz Vito vans, offering […]