For our younger learners, we received an educational visit from the West Lausanne Police. Our officer led our Grade 2 students through fun simulations and practical exercises covering the basics of traffic rules and road safety. After this talk, we went outside so that our little ones could practise safely crossing the street at the crosswalk. It was a memorable learning experience for all – little steps that make a big difference in keeping our children safe!
Meanwhile, our secondary students learned about this vital topic with the road safety and accident awareness organisation RoadCross. In an interactive class, our students discovered the main causes of traffic accidents, including inattention, speeding, medication, alcohol and drugs. To demonstrate how easy it is to become distracted, our guest speakers organised a small experiment: students were asked to write their name on the whiteboard while other students spoke to them. Who knew that writing your own name could be so difficult?
Our students learned other sobering traffic facts as well. In 2023, road accidents claimed 236 lives in Switzerland. Men are three times as likely to die on the road as women. More fatal accidents occur on country roads than on city roads, while city accidents result in a high number of seriously injured people.
A member of the DG Association, which supports bereaved parents, also shared the tragic story of his son’s death in a road accident. For our students, hearing this personal account underscored the seriousness of traffic safety and accident prevention. Our students came away with an understanding of prevention strategies and ways to get help in case of an accident, including calling the helpline of RoadCross.
When it comes to the road, we can never be too careful. Stay alert, stay safe!
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” Here at Champittet, we know that inspiring children to dream big while envisioning their future is a core part of education. It’s also the focus of Dare All Trades Day, or JOM (Journée Oser tous les Métiers).
The Winter Ball is an eagerly awaited annual tradition here at Champittet, but this year brought a twist: the school’s first ever Masquerade Ball. With the theme “Black and Gold, don’t forget your mask!”, this year’s winter dance was organised by 14th-grade IB students, and the event was open to students in grades 9 and 10.
Who says summer is far away? Registration is now open for the Champittet Leadership Camp!
