Year 11 News - Senior Retreat

The goal and aim of the Senior Retreat were to lead students to an increased awareness of themselves and to a more meaningful relationship with their teachers, peers, and God.

I am very pleased to say that in all respects, this was a resounding success!

The students arrived bright and early at the College on Monday 21 July, and were ready to depart for the Collaroy Centre soon thereafter.

The location was simply idyllic. With panoramic views of the ocean, beautiful wildlife and nature surrounding us, the scene could not have been better set up for success than it was.

The students conducted themselves with maturity, were courteous, and engaged well in the activities, truly immersing themselves in the experience.

Activities included:

• Personality tests
• Teacher testimonials
• A night prayer/pilgrimage
• Trivia night
• Discussion on the meaning of ‘brotherhood’
• Creating and sharing affirmations
• Mass, Adoration and Confession
• Karaoke concert
• Student Leadership @ HCCR

The Retreat asked students to reflect on ‘who am I’ and ‘who do I want to be’, and students returned to the College on Wednesday 23 July, feeling exhausted, but happy, having a renewed sense of self and direction for the term ahead.

The experience really brought the cohort together and exemplified our motto of ‘Together We Can. Together We Will’.

Thank you to Ms Breda, Religious Education Coordinator, for organising such an enriching experience for Year 11. Thanks to the staff who so kindly contributed their time and guided the young men during Retreat so wonderfully. And finally, thank you to the students for their maturity and engagement.

Sincerely,

Mr Boshko Maksimovic

Year 11 Coordinator