Freshman Overnight Retreat
Mandatory event for the Class of 2028
About the Retreat
Incoming Freshman families, save the date! Be on the lookout for an RSVP link that will be coming soon! The Freshmen Overnight Retreat will be August 24-25, 2024! This kick-off to your son’s four years at Jesuit is a highlight of Freshman year. Your son will spend the retreat with his upperclassman Big Brother, who will serve as a guide and mentor for your son as he begins his journey at Jesuit. Our newest marauders will be welcomed into the brotherhood, build camaraderie with their new classmates, and learn about campus life at Jesuit. Because the experience of the Freshman Retreat is so important for new students, participation in the entire retreat is MANDATORY for all Freshmen.
Parents, whether or not you are able to attend, please RSVP so we will have an accurate count for lunch.
Event Details
Retreat Agenda
- 9:30am – 9:45am Class of 2028 check-in outside the Student Athletic Center – Please do not arrive before 9 am. Parent check-in with coffee meet and greet in the Senior Quad (between Harris Center and Barry Gym) under the Pergola.
- 10:00am – 10:30am Opening Assembly in Barry Gym
- 10:30am – 11:00am Students to breakout sessions, parent programming in Barry Gym
- 11:00am – 12:15pm Parents move to breakout sessions
- 12:15pm – 1:15pm Parent luncheon in Harris Center, Student lunch on Senior Quad.
- 1:15pm – 5:00pm Afternoon activities for students.
- 5:00pm – 6:00pm Family Mass – Family members of Freshmen welcome to attend.
- 6:00pm – 7:30am Evening, overnight, and morning activities for students.
- 7:30am – 7:45am Student pick-up in Senior Quad (between Harris Center and Barry Gym)
Parent programming on Saturday ends at the conclusion of lunch at 1:15 pm, but families are welcome to return to campus for the Freshmen Overnight Family Mass at 5:00 pm in the Barry Gym. Freshmen and their Big Brothers will remain on campus for the retreat through Sunday morning.
Packing List
What to bring:
A full stomach from eating a hearty breakfast before the retreat.
Sleeping bag and pillow placed into a large plastic bag marked
with student’s name
A bed roll or air mattress to sleep on (optional)
Toiletries
Swimsuit and towel
A refillable water bottle
A change of clothes for Sunday
Student body card
An open and generous heart!
A positive attitude!
Dress code:
Students should wear casual, comfortable clothes with closed-toe shoes. No Crocs.
What to leave at home:
Books or homework. The teachers will know that Freshmen are
on retreat.
Electronic devices: cell phones, iPads, electronic games, ear
buds, etc. – if students are using them, they will be taken and
held for them until the end of the retreat.
Food or drink. We will provide meals and snacks, and
accommodate special dietary needs based on the information
provided in Final Forms.
Questions
Arrangements for student’s dietary and health issues
Tina Bernardi, Campus Ministry Admin. Assistant, 916 480-6060 ext 235 or by email at tina.bernardi@jesuithighschool.org
All other questions
Paul LeBoeuf, Director of Campus Ministry, 916 480-2193 or by email at paul.leboeuf@jesuithighschool.org
