Once a year, students are given the opportunity to attend a day of reflection and renewal. These special days of spiritual growth follow a format and theme which incorporate communal prayer, solitary time, presentations by speakers, group sharing, related activities, and fellowship. Primarily, these times are set aside to remove students from their busy schedules and to rest in the Lord's guidance and presence. Primarily, retreats are times set aside to remove ourselves from our busy schedules and to rest in the Lord's guidance and presence. Quite often, new friendships are formed and a class will grow in community spirit.
Class retreats take place during school time and attendance is mandatory for all SSA students regardless of their religious affiliation. While attendance is required, the students themselves determine the effect of the experience on their individual lives.
Seniors participate in a two-night, two-day retreat.
Juniors participate in a one-day retreat with an overnight option.
Sophomores participate in a one-day retreat with an evening option.
Freshmen and Eighth Graders participate in a one-day retreat.
Our faculty also enjoys a retreat day.
Retreats are staffed by faculty members, guest speakers, and alumnae. Seniors help to staff the Freshman Retreat. Details regarding each retreat are distributed to the students well in advance to ensure adequate time for preparation.Students are also notified of any Archdiocesan retreats which may be offered throughout the school year, such as T.E.C. and QUEST.
*If, for any reason, a student is not able to participate in her class retreat, she must participate in one of our optional retreats. (Please refer to the Enrollment Agreement signed at registration.)
