Sunday July 26, 2009: Mr. Oritz leads another hike!

The second hike of summer term was a bit longer, a bit more challenging, and twice as breathtaking.

Paths along cliffs, though grassy green vallys, and directly upwards..Stopping to enjoy lunch, to milk a cow, and to learn how to make cheese this hike had it all.

At the end of the day we were all exhausted from the 8 hour walk, but grateful to have spent a day in such beautiful places and with such good company. We are lucky to have Mr. Ortiz for his determination and creativity while leading hiking trips!

Friday July 24, 2009: Michael Jackson Party hosted by Student Committee

MJ was back in full swing on Friday night! A best dressed, as well as a best dancing competition was held... and the students really got into it!

The winner of the best dressed contest was Svenne from Iceland, in the background of this picture:


The winner of the Best Dancing Competiton was Kevin from Lebanon. To get a glimpse of the dancing competiton see the following videos:





What a great success Student Committee!

Thank you to everyone who participated, especially our DJ Michael, Svenni, Kevin, Ankur, Doris, and Nuri for the rad dance moves and perfect outfits!

Sunday July 19, 2009: Hiking with Mr. Ortiz!

Thirty Students kick off Summer Term getting in touch with nature in the Alps!

Mr. Oritz led a hike from Blatten to Brig, a leisurely 6 hour walk through the beautiful scenery left students in awe. The sun was out, the weather was perfect and the wild flowers were in full bloom, the group was even able to see an Alpine Orchid…a rare sight. Several of the Icelandic students commented on the abundance of tall trees, and the scale of the surrounding mountains stating that “I guess there are only hills in Iceland”.