Year 7 Catholic identity Activities
Students explore what it means to be part of the Catholic and broader Marist-Sion Warragul community. They learn about the Marist Brothers and the Sisters of Our Lady of Sion and their respective charisms and values. There are opportunities to learn about how the College celebrates and why we celebrate with prayer and Eucharist. Students also explore how their dignity and the dignity of others is upheld by following the school wide expectations of being safe, respectful and responsible.
Year 8 Reflection Day
Lead by the Passionist Youth Retreat Team, students explore the theme of “love your neighbour” and take part in team building activities. Students will further develop their understanding of the character strength of ‘teamwork” during the day and developing a shared understanding of what it is to uphold the dignity of each other.
Year 9 Reflection Day
The Year 9 Reflection Day is led by the Gen Bryant Team. Their “mission is to create opportunities where faith, inclusion, joy, music, compassion and love converge to empower the lives of young individuals.” They do this through a custom designed Music Ministry for our students.
Year 10 Reflection Day
The Year 10 Reflection Day has a focus on Aboriginal Spirituality and building understanding about First Nations culture, with a focus on reconciliation. The day will allow students to build cultural awareness and knowledge and culminates in a presentation and performance by Scott Darlow.
Year 11 Retreat
Lead by the Passionist Youth Retreat Team the overnight retreat focuses on who the students are in the world and their impact on each other. The goal is to lead students to an increased awareness of themselves and their true nature, and to a greater intimacy with their peers and their God.
This impactful Retreat experience has had the impact of building bonds and strengthening ties amongst the students. Students report that the power of this Retreat is their strengthened connection, understanding and empathy for each other as a year level.
Year 12 Retreat
The Year 12 Overnight Retreat is held at Camp Rumbug in 2025 and will be supported by the Passionist Youth Retreat Team. This Retreat works to consolidate friendships, allow students time to focus on their personal development and reflect on their time at Marist-Sion College.