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{{Infobox school
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| image = B-Zuoz-Lyceum-Alpinum.jpg
| caption =
| caption = Lyceum Alpinum in Zuoz, Roland Zumbuehl
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| name = Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz
| native_name =
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| latin_name =
| latin_name =
| motto = ''[[Mens sana in corpore sano]]'', ''A healthy mind in a healthy body''
| motto = ''[[Mens sana in corpore sano]]'', ''A healthy mind in a healthy body''
| schoolmaster =
| schoolmaster =
| headmaster = Dr. Christoph Wittmer<ref>{{cite web
| headmaster = Oliver Hartwright<ref>{{cite web
| year = 2014
| year = 2024
| url = http://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/school-management.html
| url = https://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/about-us/who-is-who/
| title = School Management
| title = School Management
| accessdate = 2015-11-15
| access-date = 2024-01-08
}}</ref>
}}</ref>
| headmistress =
| headmistress =
| head teacher =
| head teacher =
| principal =
| principal =
| director =
| director =
| superintendent =
| superintendent =
| type = [[Private school|Private]], International [[boarding school]]
| type = [[Private school|Private]], International [[boarding school]]
| established = 1904<ref>{{cite web
| established = 1904<ref>{{cite web
| year = 2014
| year = 2014
| url = http://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/international_boarding_school.html
| url = http://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/international_boarding_school.html
| title = Our School
| title = Our School
| accessdate = 2015-11-15
| access-date = 2015-11-15
}}</ref>
}}</ref>
| enrollment = ~300<ref>{{cite web
| enrollment = ~300<ref>{{cite web
| year = 2014
| year = 2014
| url = http://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/faq-reader/items/how-many-students-study-at-the-school.html?parent=theschool
| url = http://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/faq-reader/items/how-many-students-study-at-the-school.html?parent=theschool
| title = How many students study at the school?
| title = How many students study at the school?
| accessdate = 2015-11-15
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}}</ref>
}}</ref>
| ratio = 4:1<ref>{{cite web
| ratio = 4:1<ref>{{cite web
|year = 2014
|year = 2014
|url = http://www.swisslearning.com/en/schools/lyceum-alpinum-zuoz-37-99
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| address =
| address =
| city = [[Zuoz]]
| city = [[Zuoz]]
| state = [[Canton (country subdivision)|Canton]] of [[Graubünden]]
| state = [[Canton (country subdivision)|Canton]] of [[Graubünden]]
| country = [[Switzerland]]
| country = [[Switzerland]]
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| nickname = Lyceum Alpinum
| nickname = Lyceum Alpinum
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}}'''Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz''' is an international boarding school in [[Zuoz]], near [[St.Moritz]] in [[Switzerland]]. It is located in the upper part of the alpine village in the area of Surmulins.


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'''Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz''' is an international boarding school in [[Zuoz]], near [[St.Moritz]] in [[Switzerland]]. Founded in 1904, it is located in the upper part of the alpine village in the area of Surmulins. There are around 300 pupils, including 220 in the boarding houses. The boarders originate from over 30 countries, such as [[Italy]], [[Russia]], [[Germany]] and the [[United States]].
The school was founded in 1904 by five Engadinern as "Institute Engiadina" and had 22 students housed, cared for by two teachers and one director.<ref>{{cite web
| year = 2014
| url = http://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/chronicle.html
| title = Chronicle
| accessdate = 2015-11-15
}}</ref> Today there are around 300, including 220 in the boarding school. The boarders are coming from over 30 countries, such as Italy, Russia, Germany and the U.S.


== History ==
== History ==
Founded in 1904 Lyceum Alpinum is one of the oldest private boarding schools in Switzerland. It is located {{cvt|1750|m}} above sea level on the Swiss Alps of Zuoz, near the alpine village of [[St. Moritz]], Switzerland.
Founded in 1904, Lyceum Alpinum is one of the oldest private boarding schools in Switzerland. It is located {{cvt|1750|m}} above sea level on the Swiss Alps of Zuoz, near the alpine village of [[St. Moritz]], Switzerland.


The school was founded by a group of locals from the Engadine as an institution for ailing boys, whose parents were spending their vacation in St.Moritz, so that they could benefit from the mountain air and did not fall behind in any of their subjects. It was at the time called the "Institut Engiadina", and had 22 students in its first year. Back then it was run by a director and two teachers.<ref>{{cite web
The school was founded by a group of locals from the Engadine as an institution for ailing boys, whose parents were spending their vacation in St.Moritz, so that they could benefit from the mountain air and did not fall behind in any of their subjects. It was at the time called the "''Institut Engiadina''", and had 22 students in its first year and was run by a director and two teachers.<ref>{{cite web
| year = 2014
| year = 2014
| url = http://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/chronicle.html
| url = http://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/chronicle.html
| title = Chronicle
| title = Chronicle
| accessdate = 2015-11-15
| access-date = 2015-11-15
}}</ref>
}}</ref>


However, it very soon developed into a fully-fledged secondary school for boys, later on girls were also admitted and the school attained its international reputation. It is attended by around 200 boarders and 100 day pupils from the region. The pupils are between 11 and 21 years old. It is known for its cultural diversity and extensive sports programme; the pupils themselves come from over 30 different countries. Most frequently from Switzerland, Germany, Russia, China and Austria.
However, it very soon developed into a fully-fledged secondary school for boys - later on girls were also admitted. It is attended by around 200 boarders and 100 day pupils from the region. The pupils are between 11 and 21 years old.{{cn|date=November 2023}}


== Academic curriculum ==
== Academic curriculum ==
Students at the school can study for internationally recognised higher education entrance qualifications. On offer are the [[Matura|Swiss Matura]] (German or German/English), the [[Abitur|German Abitur]] and, exclusively in English, the [[International Baccalaureate]].
Students at the school can study for the [[Matura|Swiss Matura]] (German or German/English), the [[Abitur|German Abitur]] and, in English, the [[International Baccalaureate]].


About three hundred students between 12 and 18 years of age from around the world follow programmes leading to the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), the Swiss Matura (German) or the bilingual Swiss Matura (German/English) and German Abitur. Tolerance, fair play and respect for community values are at the heart of a Lyceum education.
About three hundred students between 12 and 18 years of age from around the world follow programmes leading to the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), the Swiss Matura (German) or the bilingual Swiss Matura (German/English) and German Abitur.{{cn|date=November 2023}}


== Facilities ==
== Facilities ==
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* Grosshaus
* Grosshaus
* Kleinhaus
* Kleinhaus
* Mittelhaus
* Spencer House
* Chesa Urezza
* Chesa Urezza
* Chesa Arpiglia
* Chesa Arpiglia
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| url = http://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/zuoz-club.html
| url = http://www.lyceum-alpinum.ch/en/zuoz-club.html
| title = Zuoz Club
| title = Zuoz Club
| accessdate = 2015-11-15
| access-date = 2015-11-15
}}</ref> The Zuoz Club consists of former students of the Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz. Presently, the alumni organisation has 2,200 members in 42 countries and is divided in 18 regional groups worldwide.
}}</ref> The Zuoz Club consists of former students of the Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz. Presently, the alumni organisation has 2,200 members in 42 countries and is divided in 18 regional groups worldwide.


==Notable former pupils==
==Notable former pupils==
* [[Ernie Blake]] (1913-1989), founder of [[Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico]]<ref name="Association2006">{{cite book|author=International Skiing History Association|title=Skiing Heritage Journal|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=O1gEAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA13|accessdate=25 November 2015|date=December 2006|publisher=International Skiing History Association|pages=13–17|issn=1082-2895}}</ref>
* [[Ernie Blake]] (1913–1989), founder of [[Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico]]<ref name="Association2006">{{cite book|author=International Skiing History Association|title=Skiing Heritage Journal|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=O1gEAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA13|access-date=25 November 2015|date=December 2006|publisher=International Skiing History Association|pages=13–17|issn=1082-2895}}</ref>
* [[Karlheinz Böhm]]
* [[Karlheinz Böhm]]
* [[Douglas Busk]]
* [[Chris von Rohr]]
* [[Chris von Rohr]]
* [[Götz George]]
* [[Götz George]]
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* [[André Gorz]]
* [[André Gorz]]
* [[Wilfrid Israel]]
* [[Wilfrid Israel]]
* [[Ulrich Körner]], member of the Group Executive Board of [[UBS]]
* [[Ulrich Körner]]
* [[Mustafa Vehbi Koç]], Former Chairman of [[Koç Holding]].
* [[Hans-Adam II, Prince of Liechtenstein]]
* [[Hans-Adam II, Prince of Liechtenstein]]
* [[Anton Piëch]]
* [[Anton Piëch]]
* [[Ferdinand Piëch]]
* [[Ferdinand Piëch]]
* [[Gunter Sachs]]
* [[Gunter Sachs]]
* [[Michael White (producer)|Michael White]], British theatrical impresario and film producer
* [[Michael White (producer)|Michael White]], British theatrical [[impresario]] and film producer
* [[Anton-Wolfgang Graf von Faber-Castell]], former [[CEO]] of [[Faber-Castell]]
* [[Anton-Wolfgang Graf von Faber-Castell]], former [[CEO]] of [[Faber-Castell]]


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*http://www.graubuendenkultur.ch/de_DE/address/lyceum_alpinum_grosses_haus_und_osttrakt.31783
*http://www.graubuendenkultur.ch/de_DE/address/lyceum_alpinum_grosses_haus_und_osttrakt.31783

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Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz
Lyceum Alpinum in Zuoz, Roland Zumbuehl
Location
Map
Zuoz
,
Canton of Graubünden

Switzerland
Information
TypePrivate, International boarding school
MottoMens sana in corpore sano, A healthy mind in a healthy body
Established1904[2]
HeadmasterOliver Hartwright[1]
Enrollment~300[3]
Student to teacher ratio4:1[4]
NicknameLyceum Alpinum
Websitewww.lyceum-alpinum.ch

Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz is an international boarding school in Zuoz, near St.Moritz in Switzerland. Founded in 1904, it is located in the upper part of the alpine village in the area of Surmulins. There are around 300 pupils, including 220 in the boarding houses. The boarders originate from over 30 countries, such as Italy, Russia, Germany and the United States.

History

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Founded in 1904, Lyceum Alpinum is one of the oldest private boarding schools in Switzerland. It is located 1,750 m (5,740 ft) above sea level on the Swiss Alps of Zuoz, near the alpine village of St. Moritz, Switzerland.

The school was founded by a group of locals from the Engadine as an institution for ailing boys, whose parents were spending their vacation in St.Moritz, so that they could benefit from the mountain air and did not fall behind in any of their subjects. It was at the time called the "Institut Engiadina", and had 22 students in its first year and was run by a director and two teachers.[5]

However, it very soon developed into a fully-fledged secondary school for boys - later on girls were also admitted. It is attended by around 200 boarders and 100 day pupils from the region. The pupils are between 11 and 21 years old.[citation needed]

Academic curriculum

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Students at the school can study for the Swiss Matura (German or German/English), the German Abitur and, in English, the International Baccalaureate.

About three hundred students between 12 and 18 years of age from around the world follow programmes leading to the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), the Swiss Matura (German) or the bilingual Swiss Matura (German/English) and German Abitur.[citation needed]

Facilities

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Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz

The Lyceum campus overlooking the village of Zuoz covers 130,000 m2 (32 acres) and encompasses 12 buildings, sports fields, ice rinks, tennis courts etc.

The schools consists of 5 boarding houses:

  • Grosshaus
  • Kleinhaus
  • Mittelhaus
  • Chesa Urezza
  • Chesa Arpiglia

Theatre

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The school has had its own amateur theatre since 2006. The German-speaking Shakespeare Company performs, amongst other things, plays written by this British dramatist. The English Theatre Company develop their stage plays from scratch themselves and perform only in English. In December 2011 the Zuoz Globe was opened – the only permanent theatre in the Engadine.

The Zuoz Club

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The Zuoz Club is the alumni organisation related to the Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz. It was founded in 1923.[6] The Zuoz Club consists of former students of the Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz. Presently, the alumni organisation has 2,200 members in 42 countries and is divided in 18 regional groups worldwide.

Notable former pupils

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ "School Management". 2024. Retrieved 2024-01-08.
  2. ^ "Our School". 2014. Retrieved 2015-11-15.
  3. ^ "How many students study at the school?". 2014. Retrieved 2015-11-15.
  4. ^ "Academics". 2014. Archived from the original on 2015-11-17. Retrieved 2015-11-15.
  5. ^ "Chronicle". 2014. Retrieved 2015-11-15.
  6. ^ "Zuoz Club". 2014. Retrieved 2015-11-15.
  7. ^ International Skiing History Association (December 2006). Skiing Heritage Journal. International Skiing History Association. pp. 13–17. ISSN 1082-2895. Retrieved 25 November 2015.
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