Retreats
The dress for Day of Recollection is casual/dress down day. Students are responsible for bringing their own lunch and snack. Do NOT bring your own drinks. Drinks are provided.
7th Grade
Theme: "Self-Esteem"
7th grade students begin with Mass at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. After Mass, students participate in a teacher-led large group and small group sessions as well as individual prayer time to start the school year with a positive message. The retreat will be held in the SVHS classrooms.
8th Grade
Theme: "Giftedness"
8th grade students begin with Mass at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. After Mass the students and teachers then proceed to the high school to continue their day with activities and prayer time centered on their God-given gifts and talents held at the de Paul building and Seminary.
9th & 10th Grade
Theme: TBA
NET Ministries will lead this day of recollection at the Sereno Lady of Victory Church. All students will report to Study Hall at the first bell on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. The freshmen and sophomores will begin loading the buses at 8:00 a.m. to go to Sereno and meet Paul Masek. Students will need to bring a pen, notebook, and Bible.
11th Grade
Theme: TBA
NET Ministries will lead this day of recollection at the St. Mary's of the Barren Visitor's Center Laboure Hall. All students report to Period 1 Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. The juniors will be bussed to the St. Mary's of the Barren Visitor's Center to meet the REAP Team.
12th Grade
Theme: "We Are One Body"
12th grade students will be going to the Marianist Retreat Center in Eureko, MO Monday, August 30, 2021 leaving at 6:30 a.m. and returning Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. These days are offered as an opportunity to do some good thinking; a chance to come closer to classmates; and a time to deepen the relationship with God. There will be numerous activities including large and small group discussions; reflections; and healing, prayer, and sacramental opportunities. There will be plenty of time for the restaurants to play sports and games, make use of hiking trails, and relax with their classmates.
Senior Team Challenge Ropes Course - TBA
SV Seniors will take a field trip to Touch of Nature - SIU-C Low Challenge Course. We will have a full day of working together to develop communication, leadership, and group problem solving skills. Students will learn about themselves and each other, grow close as a class, and have a lot of fun! Click the link for more information.
Date: TBA
Board Bus: 6:30 a.m.
Return to SV: 3:00 p.m.
Location: TBA