Freshman Retreat

The Freshman class participates in a retreat with the theme of “You Belong!” This retreat focuses on creating a class where all are welcome and are encouraged to use their gifts and talents to better the community.

 

The retreat is led by upperclassmen, who share their own experiences at St. Mary’s and the ways in which they acclimated to high school.  Through talks and presentations the Freshmen consider how to present their genuine selves in high school, without hiding behind masks.  Freshmen are guided to identify the skills and traits which they possess and are challenged to put them to use as St. Mary’s Saints. Retreat leaders use this opportunity to share with freshmen the ways they can be involved in the St. Mary’s community to make the most of their high school years.

The day is filled with intentional community time and group games, and students attend daily Mass with the parish. 

 

The retreat takes place at our St. John Neumann Church campus and is a wonderful opportunity for students to get to know their classmates and the community that they have joined.

 

The retreat is planned and led by a retreat team of upperclassmen students, the Campus Minister, the high school chaplain and teachers.