Pastoral Ministry
Retreats
Freshman Retreat Details
More Information for Parents
We’re looking forward to your son’s Freshman Retreat—a special time for him to bond with classmates, enjoy the outdoors, and grow in faith.
Who Attends
This retreat is for your son and his classmates only.
It’s an important part of building independence and community, so family members do not attend or visit during the retreat.
Retreat Schedule & Transportation
Retreats 1, 3, 5 (Friday–Saturday)
- Students arrive at Strake Jesuit and check in at 7:30 AM outside of the Kettle in Kostka Hall.
- Return to Strake Jesuit at approximately 12:30 PM outside of Loyola Hall.
Retreats 2, 4, 6 (Saturday–Sunday)
- Students arrive at Strake Jesuit and check in at 12:30 PM outside of Loyola Hall.
- Return to Strake Jesuit at approximately 5:30 PM outside of Loyola Hall.
Clothing Note:
Students may wear comfortable clothing for travel and the retreat. Those leaving Friday morning do not have to wear regular school uniform since they depart before school begins.
What to Bring
- Wear your house shirt on the day of the retreat
- Sleeping bag or twin sheets
- Pillow
- Towel
- Comfortable clothes
- Jeans/long pants
- Sweatshirt or pull-over
- Rain gear
- Comfortable shoes
- Water bottle (with your name on it)
- Toiletries
- Sunscreen (optional)
- Flashlight (optional)
- Fishing pole (optional)
What Not to Bring
Do not bring an iPad, gaming device, or any schoolwork on the retreat. It’s only a day away—let’s make it a true retreat with time to be present.
Medications (You must do the following if needed):
If your son must take medications including over-the-counter during retreat, you must complete the Medication Permission Form on Magnus if you have not done so already. A Medication Permission Form requires a physician’s signature for both prescription and over-the-counter medications.
You will find the form on Magnus, or you may contact our school nurse, Mrs. Carol Directo (cdirecto@strakejesuit.org), so she can email you the form. Please have your son bring the medication, including over-the-counter medications, to the clinic at least 2 days before the retreat.
The medication must be in its original container and properly labeled. There are no over-the-counter medications at the Retreat Center. If you think that your son will need over-the-counter medications for headaches or allergies, for example, please complete the Medication Permission Form and bring the medication in its original container to Mrs. Directo before the retreat.
Activities
During the retreat, your son will take part in:
- Outdoor games and team challenges
- Talks and small-group discussions
- Mass and prayer experiences
- Time to relax and enjoy nature
Communication During the Retreat
We know this may be one of the first times your son is away overnight—it’ll be okay. If you need to urgently contact him, please reach out directly to the retreat director.
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