Sophomore Retreat Brings Class Together

Class of 2015 on retreat. Photo courtesy of Russ Cournoyer. Copyright Red Cloud Indian School.

 Sophomore Retreat Brings Class Together

By Sierra Concha '13

On Valentines Day, the sophomores went on their class retreat just outside of Chadron. Red Cloud has retreats for their students and staff because it’s a great opportunity to bring the school closer as a whole. Red Cloud is a very small school and it’s a better environment if the students and teachers act as a family. 11th and 12th grade spiritual leaders accompanied the sophomores on this retreat also. 

“It went really well, " said senior leader Tatiana Stands. "The sophomores were pretty fun to work with and they actually participated.” The spiritual formation leaders had the sophomores participate in multiple icebreakers to bring energy and excitement amongst the students. Eventually, it was quieted down as the boys and girls were separated to hear their elders speak about the importance of maturing into adults.

Sophomore retreat is meant for students to cross the line they have been straddling between a kid and adult. This was their chance to take the leap as a class and grow together. Shania Janis '15 enjoyed the day away from school with her peers. “I thought it was fun and it was a good way to interact with my classmates," she said. "I think it brought my class closer together.” It was a day full of laughter, fun, and helpful lessons.