Arrival & Departure

Arrival Dates

Departure Dates

The final program day for day students is Wednesday, July 16 (Session One) or Friday, August 8 (Session Two)

MSP and HSP boarding students must depart campus before 12:00 on Thursday, July 17 (Session One) or Saturday, August 9 (Session Two).

CDE boarding students are typically picked up after dinner on Wednesday, July 16 (Session One) or Friday, August 8 (Session Two).

All CDE and MSP boarding students have the option of checking out after the Summer Arts Festival performances on Wednesday, July 16 (Session One) or Friday, August 8 (Session Two).

Summer Arts Festival

The days before the official departure date are dedicated to the Summer Arts Festival, a celebration of the accomplishments of our students. This includes a showcase of student artwork, portfolios, and other creations and student performances. 

All parents are warmly invited to campus the afternoon of Wednesday, July 16 (Session One) or Friday, August 8 (Session Two) to view the exhibits and attend performances. Note that space in the Palmer Center theater is limited and priority is given to families with children in the performances. All are welcome in the Palestra for the Arts Festival Concerts.

Arts Festival Schedule

Tuesday, July 15 (Session One) / Thursday, August 7 (Session Two)

Families are welcome to view the performance at the following times:

19:30 HSP Musical, first performance
20:45 HSP Musical, second performance

Wednesday, July 16 (Session One) / Friday, August 8 (Session Two)

Aperitivi and dinner will be available from 17:00–19:00. Join us to meet your children’s new friends, mingle with other families, and enjoy Ticinese hospitality!

CDE Schedule:  
15:00–15:45 CDE Musical
16:00–17:00 CDE Arts Festival Concert
17:00–19:00 Aperitivi and dinner
MSP Schedule:  
18:00–18:45 MSP Musical
19:15–20:15 MSP Arts Festival Concert
HSP Schedule:  
19:00–23:00 Student Boat Dance on Lake Lugano