Frequently Asked Questions about YOUTH 2000

What age youth can attend?

Catholics in their teens and 20s. Most participants are high school age. All minors 13-17 must be chaperoned.

What does the weekend cost?

The fee of $40 per youth includes meals and live music — that works out to about $2 an hour! Only $30 per chaperone. Need-based assistance is available on request.

Is this an overnight?

No. A light breakfast is available Saturday and Sunday; there is lunch and supper Saturday, plus lots of snacks along the way.

What's the deadline for registration?

Mail by Oct. 2nd and kids get a free T-shirt! Regular mail deadline is Oct. 9th. Walk-in registration starts 5:30 PM Friday, Oct. 15th, space permitting.

Can my son leave for his basketball game?

Yes. Students may leave during the event if they give us a signed note from their parent/guardian. Their chaperone must sign them out.

What does a chaperone do?

You get to attend the retreat with your group throughout the weekend, enjoying all the great activities - talks, music, fellowship, food, and more. Together we'll keep them engaged!

What is the schedule?

Each day is packed: daily Mass, rosary, Eucharistic adoration, opportunity for Reconciliation. Lively preaching by priests and brothers on fundamentals of the faith. Dynamic live music. Small group sessions and kids’ testimonials…all this and pizza too! See ABOUT US for the timeline and topics.

What is the set-up?

Everyone gathers on the floor of Notre Dame Academy's large gym for the retreat (talks, music, Mass, prayer, testimonials, etc.). Meals are in the school cafeteria and snack breaks are nearby. Handicap accessible; carpet squares provided; chairs available.

How do the small groups work?

We separate boys from girls, sort by age, then assign them randomly into small groups. College-age groups simply break by size. An adult leads the discussion, referring to the Catechism of the Catholic Church as needed. Groups meet Saturday morning and afternoon.

What's with the T-shirts?

To encourage early registration, we will give kids a free event T-shirt if we get their forms and fees by Oct. 2nd. See top of registration form to pick shirt size.