
Year 12 Retreat
The Year 12 Retreat was held at two separate venues, Camp Kedron and Kiah Ridge. The opportunity to step away from the routine of school, provided time for the students to reflect on the key relationships that have nurtured their journey. Here is what Year 12 students had to say about their experience:
What did you see as the purpose of the Year 12 Retreat?
- Senior Retreat was a time to reflect on the time at school and the people that have helped bring us to where we are. This was a time for relaxing and understanding our journey with God now that we have nearly finished school.
- Understanding the value of family, friendship. Our faith was emphasised through sessions and collaborative activities. It was also a great opportunity to spend time with friends and talk with the staff.
- I found the small group sessions to be very significant as coming together in smaller groups allowed me to share information that I wouldn’t share in front of the whole grade, it gave a sense of security. Also, the group contained people outside of my friendship group so I got to know, on a deeper level, some students I didn’t know very well.
- To become closer as a cohort.
- To grow closer to God as well as each other.
What did you enjoy most about this Retreat?
- The friendship session and writing the affirmations. It really grounded me into reality and reminded me of the people that love me, reminding me to think not just of myself when I’m busy spiralling from stress.
- I found the small group sessions to be very significant as coming together in smaller groups allowed me to share information that i wouldn’t share in front of the whole grade, it gave a sense of security. Also, the group contained people outside of my friendship group so i got to know on a deeper level some students i haven’t really spoken to much.
- I loved the Reconciliation and Mass on the second day. Father was so nice and beautiful to speak with. The affirmations were beautiful and brought many people closer together.
- Affirmation writing reflected a kindness amongst peers and provided an opportunity for genuine connection. The Mass and quiet time that followed was a relaxing experience.