Leysin American School Journal

Summer in Switzerland: Learning, Adventure, and Lifelong Memories

Study Tips to Ace the IB Diploma and AP Courses!

Exploring Europe: Highlights from Spring Cultural Trips

Congratulations, Class of 2025!

Our Favorite Snapshots from this Year!

Hands-On Geography: River Research for IB Students

Introducing Panorama 2025!

The Bronze International Award: Students Complete Their Adventurous Journey!

The Honor Council: Celebrating Student Voices at LAS

LAS Students Take on the Annecy-Yvoire Bike Tour

Celebrating a Year of BIG Mentoring Connections!

Student Leaders: Looking Ahead to 2025–2026

LAS Celebrates Earth Day and Eco-Schools Certification! 

Celebrating Storytelling: The LAS Story Slam

Highlights from This Year’s Junior and Senior Proms

Stories from the Summit: LAS Students Climb and Ski 4000m Swiss Alps!

LAS Students Serve Up Entrepreneurship with Horizonte Coffee Roasters

Exploring Language and Culture in Thonon and Yvoire

Celebrating the Class of 2025: Outstanding University Acceptances at LAS

A Summer of Adventure is Waiting for you in Switzerland!

A Battle of the Grades: LAS Students Take on the Cowbell Games!

Students Shine at the IB Art Exhibition!

LAS Sports Awards: Celebrating Our Most Improved and MVPs!

Exploring the World: A Recap of Recent Weekend Trips

Videography and Music Students Enhance Their Skills Through Podcast Production

Study Tips to Ace your IB Exams!

LAS Mathematicians Participate in the 2024 CEMC Competition!

LAS Hosts Its First-Ever Freeride Competition

Business Students Explore Luxury Marketing at Gstaad Palace

Celebrating Mother Language Day: Embracing Linguistic Diversity at LAS

LAS Ski Teams Shine Across Freeride, Freestyle, and Performance Competitions

A Recap of Family Winter Week at LAS!

Reunited on the Slopes: Highlights from the LAS Alumni Ski Weekend

Economics Students Visit the World Trade Organization in Geneva

Legally Blonde: LAS Students Shine in This Year’s Musical!

LAS Students Participate in the Inspiring Youth Forum Switzerland

Embracing Authenticity: Speaker Dylan Holloway Inspires LAS Students

Tackling Global Issues: LAS Students Host Model UN Conference

LAS Receives AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award!

LAS Students Discover the Thrills of Winter in the Alps!

Memories to Last a Lifetime: A Look Ahead at This Semester at LAS!

A Semester to Remember: Highlights from Fall at LAS!

Experience the Magic of Winter: a Guide to Alpine Festive Fun!

Festive Highlights from the LAS Annual Holiday Banquet!

Impact Fund 2024 Transforms LAS Student Experience

LAS Students Bring History to Life Through Children's Book Project

LAS an IB World School Leader Pioneering Digital Exams

LAS Students Take the Spotlight in Professional Theatre Workshop!

Entrepreneurship 2.0: Empowering Students to Tackle Global Challenges

LAS Students Shine at Evening with the Stars!

Uniting in our Diversity: International Week at LAS!

Building a Greener Future: LAS Strengthens Sustainability Commitment at Swiss Summit

Movember at LAS: Raising Awareness for Men’s Health

Reflections from the Outward Bound Fall Cultural Trip

Students Learn the Art and Ethics of Sustainable Fashion in Florence

Exploring Global Responsibility Through Collaborative Science Project Day

Impact Through Wellness: Celebrating the Class of 2024’s Peak 24 Gym

Harvesting Knowledge: Experiential Learning at Les Trois Terres Vineyard

LAS Cultural Trips Enrich Student Experience!

Reaching New Heights: LAS Students Explore the Swiss Alps

Food, Fun, and Football: Spirit Week at LAS!

Tennis Triumphs and Volleyball Victories: An LAS Sports Update!

Building a Greener Future: LAS Science Campaign Inspires Environmental Action

LAS Shines at the Model United Nations Conference in Lausanne

BreakBachDance: The 2024-2025 Belle Époque Magique Season Begins

IB Science Field Trip: LAS Students Investigate Leysin's Ecosystems

Bringing LAS Students Together Through the “BIG” Program

Pursuing Gold: The International Award Expedition with the Alpine Institute

Adventures with Faculty Families: Strengthening Friendships and Creating Memories

Discover Leysin: Must-Visit Spots and Activities for New Students

Embracing Learning, Creativity, and Exploration with LAS Extracurricular Programs

Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: The LAS Approach to Student Leadership

Introducing Our New 2024-2025 Faculty + Staff!

Orientation Week: The Start of an Unforgettable Year at LAS!

A Recap of Summer in Switzerland 2024

Building Camaraderie Through Combat: LAS Students' Journey to Finland

Celebrating Excellence: LAS Students Achieve Top Scores in the IB Diploma

Global Adventures and Lifelong Learning: Academics at Summer in Switzerland

Fostering Innovation and Entrepreneurship at LAS: A Journey of Experiential Learning

Discovering Switzerland: Cultural Gems in Vaud

Summer Reading Recommendations!

Switzerland: The Perfect Summer Destination in the Heart of Europe

LAS Students Embark on Cultural Adventures Around the World!

Our Favorite Snapshots from this Year!

From Yale to LAS: A Cappella Magic with the Yale Alleycats

Congratulations, Class of 2024!

River Research: Experiential Learning for IB Geography Students

Introducing Panorama 2024!

Pedaling Around the Swiss Alps!

Entrepreneurship Students Engage with Experiential Learning in London

The International Award: Exploring Nature’s Classroom!

Leadership at LAS: Empowering Students to Lead and Inspire

Prom: A Night to Remember

Exploring the World of Higher Education at the LAS University Fair

‘Walk the Walk’ with LAS Eco Club

From Script to Stage: Student-led Production of 'The Bottom of the Lake'

LAS Zimbabwe Service Trip 2024

LAS Cowbell Games 2024: A Week of Athletic Triumphs and Team Spirit

Empowering Voices at the LAS Story Slam!

Celebrating Creativity at the IB Art Exhibition

Honoring Excellence: The National Honor Society Induction at LAS

Students Embrace Multiculturalism During International Week at LAS!

From the Slopes to the Science Lab: Experiential Learning in Grade 10 Physics

Embracing Multilingualism: Celebrating Mother Language Day at LAS

LAS Students Break Records with this Year's Charity Auction!

Insights into Renewable Energy with Roxanne Wisner ‘07

Triumph at the 2023 CEMC Senior Maths Competition

Inspiring Innovation: Integrating Apple Vision Pro into Experiential Learning at LAS

Unveiling the World of Padded Combat: A Journey to Finland

A Visiting Scholar Writing Workshop Inspires LAS Voices

Winter Adventures with the Alpine Institute: Skiing, Snowshoeing, and More!

Our Global Gathering at Family Winter Week!

LAS Ski Team: Setting Goals, Achieving Excellence, and Building Team Spirit

LAS Students Take to the Global Stage at The Hague International MUN Conference

Into the Woods: A Modern Twist on a Classic Tale Takes Center Stage

Faculty Families Enjoy an Evening at the Tobogganing Park!

Pitching for a Greener Tomorrow: Entrepreneurship Students Showcase Solutions for a Sustainable Future

The Ultimate 24 in 24 Reading Challenge!

Sip and Socialize: Promoting Healthy Choices at Cafe 7°

Ski, Board, Explore: The Arrival of Winter Wonderland in Leysin!

Anastasia Kiku '17 named in Forbes 30 Under 30

LAS University Advising: Transforming LAS Grade 9 and 10 Futures

LAS Hosts the Annual Model United Nations Conference!

An Evening with the Stars: Showcasing Artistic Talent at LAS

Innovation Unleashed: Creativity in the LAS Makerspace

Vertical Victory: LAS Excels in the 2nd Annual Climbing Competition

Learning Beyond the Classroom: Experiential Travel Opportunities at LAS

Highlights from the Swiss Schools Sustainability Summit 2023

Philanthropy at LAS: Cave 23 and the Impact Fund

The Transformative Power of Immersive Arts Experiences

From LAS to Global Success: Anastasiia Dutoy ‘15 Returns to the Magic Mountain

An Update on the LAS Goats Sports Teams!

A Hands-On Approach to Pre-AP History

The Impact Fund: Transforming Lives and Learning at LAS

Exploring Beyond Borders: The Exciting World of LAS Cultural Trips

Dodgeball and Dorm Olympics: Spirit Week at LAS!

LAS Athletics Update!

Early Season Skiing and Zermatt Mountain Peaking!

LAS Students Meet Universities from Across the Globe!

Experiential Learning Opportunities: Schenker Storen

The Belle Époque Magique Concert Series Begins!

The Horizonte Coffee Experiential Workshop!

An Overview of the LAS Alpine Institute

Adventures on Faculty Family Day!

Paving the Way for the Future: Student Leadership at LAS

An Overview of Extracurricular Activities at LAS

An Overview of the LAS Student Lifestyle

Making the Most of Your First Month at LAS

Introducing Our New 2023-2024 Faculty + Staff!

Fostering a Balanced Experience for Our Students

The Best Hikes in Switzerland

The Benefits of the LAS Summer Program

Making Learning in the Outdoors Second Nature

Study Tips to Ace the IB Diploma

Making the Most of a Summer in Leysin!

Last Semester at LAS — The Highlights

Read Around the World this Summer!

Grade 10 Students Explore History Through Objects!

Congratulations to the Class of 2023!

LAS Students Conquer the Swiss Alps! 

Welcoming Alumni and Visiting Scholar Mattias Horseman '10 Back to Campus!

Bridging the Gap Between Classroom Studies and the Real World!

Cultivating a Community of Dance

Experiential Learning: Bettering the World Through Business

LAS Students Visit Sethule Orphans Trust in Zimbabwe

Mocktails, Markets, and Dance Moves: LAS Language Students Immerse Themselves in Different Cultures!

LAS Students Show Their National Pride During International Week!

LAS Students Hit the Road on their Cultural Trips!

IB Art Exhibition: Showcasing Artistic Talent at LAS

Vevey and Montreux: Taking Learning Outside the Classroom!

LAS Students Make Vocabulary Videos!

LAS Hosts the 2023 Cowbell Games!

Sarah Wilson '09: Women in STEM and the Physics of Skiing

Tuesday Night Talks: Providing Students With a Well-Rounded Education

March Madness in the LAS Libraries!

Promoting Cultural Awareness Through Interdisciplinary Learning

LAS Students Compete in the Robomesse Robotics Competition!

Celebrating our Mother Languages!

Building a Rapport with Students Outside The Classroom

A Recap of Family Winter Week!

Our Global Family’s Spirit of Philanthropy

An Auction for Change

LAS Welcomes Back the National Honor Society!

Egg-cellent Work, Savoy Science Students!

LAS Students Love to Swim, Set, Slalom, and Slam Dunk!

Cracking Hydrocarbons: Combining Theory with Experiments

The Belle Époque Magique Concert Series Returns

Thinking About the Future: University Advising at LAS

Hopping Our Way Toward the Year of the Rabbit!

Skiing Towards Victory: Junior Freeriders at LAS

TOK: What Do Objects Say About Different Cultures?

Esplanade Students Jam Out in Their New Music Studio!

Developing Innovative Global Citizens at the LAS Maker Faire

News from the Slopes

Celebrating Student Athletes at the Fall Sports Awards!

Celebrating the Arts at LAS

IB Science Group 4 Day: Collaborating to Make a Better World 

Food and Festivities at Our Holiday Banquet Celebration!

Latest Library News

LAS Climbs to New Heights!

Faculty Family Fun!

Early Ski Season Adventures

Our Library Is Lively!

Thinking About Our Futures with Visiting Scholar Radek Oros

With Great Powder Comes Great Responsibility

New Tools for Teaching

Seafaring Adventures in the History Classroom

Student Athlete Successes

One ICE Coffee Please!

Girls’ Volleyball SGIS Win!

Building an Inclusive Community

Fall Cultural Fun

Spirit Week at LAS

Science Beyond the Classroom

Entrepreneurship Is Our Business

Dorm Olympics!

University Advising Fair + Workshops this Week

Model United Nations First Conference 2022

Faculty Family Adventure Day

IB Geography Experiential Fieldwork

Summiting the Dents du Midi

Alpine Institute Staff Train for Upcoming Student Adventures

Exploring the Interconnectedness of Knowledge

Introducing Our New 2022-23 Faculty + Staff!

How to Select the Right College for You

Student Life for Swiss Boarding School Students

Fantastic Mathematics

On to the Linguistics Olympiad Final!

The Essential Boarding School Packing Guide

Fall Break Adventures!

Leysin American School's Top 5 Swiss Destinations

Our 6 Favourite Aspects of Swiss Culture

Leysin American School's Top Ski Destinations

The Results are IN!

LAS Honeybee Hive Harvest

LAS Summer Garden Installations

Graduation 2021

Education Research

University Acceptances 2021

Economics Olympiad in Zurich Success

World Championships of Alpine Skiing

Alumnus Feature - Jordan Whitaker '08

Students at the Center

Access LAS Holiday Cook Book

History Class with Mr. Jennings

Coding Class Showcase - LAS Edge Program

National Honor Society's Newest Members 2020

John Harlin III

Edge Program?

Meet Our New Teachers!

University Acceptances ´20

Virtual Summer Closure

Meet our Librarians!

A Letter from Steven & Doris

Take a look into our French Program

Global Signature Event Series

Daryl Hitchcock Feature

Zimbabwe Auction

An LAS Milestone

Winter Arts Celebration

Alumni Spotlight: Carl Renvall

The Hague International Model United Nations

T.I.L.E.

LAS visiting scholar ´20

EISSR Competition 2020

A Capella Group

Climate Strike 2020

Lausanne Youth Olympics 2020

Richard Campanaro

Advanced Placement

Cultural Trip Feature: Outward Bound (Part One)

LAS edge Students Host a Successful TILE Talk!

LAS is Hosting Events at a Location Near You!

Meet a Visiting Scholar: Yoshida Hisashi

Encouraging Empathy: Ebola Survival Simulation

LAS's 6th Annual Film Festival

Little Shop of Horrors: Big Success

Professional Learning

LAS Visiting Scholar Program

Globe Day Science Fair Speakers 2019

Alumna Highlight: Living the Science Life

LAS at BISS International Slalom Ski

Cyprus Cultural Trip 2018

Fall Cultural Trip to Florence: "A City Shimmering with History"

Dorm Olympics 2018

International Award at LAS - Bronze Adventurous Journey

Educators gather in Switzerland to evolve Agile Learning for future students

Why attend a Swiss Boarding School?

Experience Model United Nations at Leysin American School

Introducing the LAS Alpine Institute

Annual Terry Fox Run

Tedx Leysin American School

Thailand Spring Break 2016

In Memory of Sigrid Ott- Benson

A celebration of Self- Directed Learning

4 Reasons to Consider the IB Diploma

LAS Summer- A Global Family

LAS summer edge Program