The Rotary Club welcomed Carla Ruegg, a participant in the Rotary Youth Exchange program who is being hosted by the local Saamis Rotary Club.
Carla is from Schupfheim, Switzerland, a canton in the Entlebuch region in central Switzerland. She comes from a family of five, both her mother and father are involved in the education system and she has two older sisters, one still in high school and one in university. She spoke about the differences in the education system, in the way sports programs were delivered and how many students decide on whether to pursue university after Middle school (grades 7 - 9).
She explained a little about the system of government in Switzerland , with 3 principal regions and 26 cantons. The age of majority in Switzerland is 18, after which everyone can vote for representatives in the National and State Councils. She also spoke about things that the Swiss were known for; cheese, chocolate, army knives and watches. She misses the extensive Swiss railway system.
Carla speaks four languages including German, French and English.
A number of questions were asked and Carla provided great responses. A great visit and we wish both Carla and Maddy well.