Retreat Information

ALL Cathedral Catholic High School student retreats are included in tuition. There is NO COST to students for their grade-level retreat.

Teachers value the education of the whole child and understand the importance of faith and retreats. They encourage retreat participation and help students manage their missed classwork.

Freshman Retreat is a one-day retreat held on campus on February 16, 17, 18 and 19, 2027. The Freshman Retreat theme is “Let My Gifts Change the World,” and the goal is to help freshmen see themselves as a unique, beautiful and wonderful gift from God and to envision how to use their gifts, talents and strengths to be a light for others.

Sophomore Retreat is a one-day retreat held on campus on November 10 and 12, 2026, with half of the sophomore class attending retreat each day. The Sophomore Retreat theme is “Live the Call,” as students explore God’s call to discipleship. On this retreat, students begin to discover how God is calling them to be in relationship with Him, others and the world. The retreat focuses on serving others.

Quest is the retreat for juniors. Juniors are invited to participate in one of three Quest retreats located at Whispering Winds Conference Center or Palomar Christian Conference Center. Retreatants will discover and explore their own personal quest to help “Build God’s Kingdom” as they move through their high school years and beyond. These retreats leave Wednesday after school and return by 2:30 pm Friday at the end of the school day. All meals and accommodations are provided.

Sign-ups will open in Fall 2026. Please select only one retreat. If your first choice is full, you may put your name on the waitlist for that retreat and sign up for your second retreat choice to be sure you have the opportunity to go. In choosing a date for your Quest retreat, please carefully consider sports seasons, extracurricular involvement and other academic and personal obligations. If you are on a team or in drama, it is best to reach out to your coach, drama teacher, etc., to confirm your best retreat date option. Please note any allergies or dietary restrictions on your sign-up.

Junior Quest Retreat Dates (at Whispering Winds)
Quest 16, September 30 - October 2, 2026
Quest 17, January 13-15, 2027
Quest 18, March 3-5, 2027

Sign-up for Junior Retreats (opens August 2026)

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Catholic Mission Team: 

Jeff Gramme, Director of Retreats or Kristine Bacich, Dean of Catholic Mission

The senior Kairos retreat experience is a profound experience of God's immeasurable love. Seniors are invited to participate in one of five Kairos retreats located at Palomar Christian Conference Center. Retreatants will discover the grace of God's presence in their lives through family, friends and community. "Kairos" comes from the Greek word meaning "special time." Graduating seniors often comment that Kairos is a life-changing event. The retreat is a three-day, two-night experience. Students leave campus on Wednesday morning and return by roughly 5 pm on Friday. All meals and accommodations are provided.

Sign-ups will begin in fall 2026. Please select only one retreat. If your first choice is full, you may put your name on the waitlist for that retreat and sign up for your second retreat choice to be sure you have the opportunity to go. In choosing a date for your Kairos retreat, please carefully consider sports seasons, extracurricular involvement and other academic and personal obligations. If you are on a team or in drama, it is best to reach out to your coach, drama teacher, etc., to confirm your best retreat date option. Please note any allergies or dietary restrictions on your sign-up. All Kairos Retreats will take place at Palomar Christian Conference Center.

Senior Kairos Retreat Dates (at Palomar)
Kairos 45, October 28-30, 2026
Kairos 46, February 3-5, 2027
Kairos 47, March 17-19, 2027
Kaiors 48, April 21-23, 2027

Sign-up for Senior Kairos Retreats (opens August 2026)

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Catholic Mission Team: 

Jeff Gramme, Director of Retreats or Kristine Bacich, Dean of Catholic Mission

Sign-Up Details:

• Retreats are FREE! - All fees for participation are included in student tuition. 
• Junior retreats are optional.
• Students leave campus on Wednesday after school and return by 2:30 p.m. on Friday. 
• All meals and accommodation are provided by Whispering Winds Catholic Camp 
• In choosing a date for your Junior retreat, please carefully consider sports seasons, extracurricular involvement and other academic and personal obligations. If you are on a team or in drama, it is best to reach out to your coach, drama teacher, etc., to confirm your best retreat date option.
• Please choose only ONE retreat. If your first choice is full, you may put your name on the wait-list for that retreat and sign up for your second retreat choice to be sure you have the opportunity to go. Retreats fill up very quickly.
• Please note any allergies or dietary restrictions on your sign-up.
• Junior Retreats will be offered on:
  • Quest 16, September 30 - October 2, 2026
  • Quest 17, January 13-15, 2027
  • Quest 18, March 3-5, 2027

Quest Retreat 16: September 30 - October 2, 2026 at Whispering Winds Catholic Camp

Females: Quest 16 Junior Retreat Sign-up (link will be live August 2026)

Males: Quest 16 Junior Retreat Sign-up  (link will be live August 2026)

Quest Retreat 17: January 13-15, 2027 at Whispering Winds Catholic Camp

Females: Quest 17 Junior Retreat Sign-up (link will be live August 2026)

Males: Quest 17 Junior Retreat Sign-up (link will be live August 2026)

Quest 18 Retreat: March 3-5, 2027 at Whispering Winds Catholic Camp

Females: Quest 18 Junior Retreat Sign-up (link will be live August 2026)

Males: Quest 18 Junior Retreat Sign-up (link will be live August 2026)

Waitlist for Junior Retreat

Waitlist for Females

Waitlist for Males

Sign-up Details:

• Retreats are FREE! - All fees for participation are included in student tuition.  
• Kairos retreats are optional.
• Students miss three days of classes. Students leave campus on Wednesday morning and return by roughly 5:30 p.m. on Friday. 
• Meals and accommodations are provided by Palomar Christian Conference Center.
• In choosing a date for your Kairos retreat, please carefully consider sports seasons, extracurricular involvement and other academic and personal obligations. 
• Please choose only ONE retreat. If your first choice is full, you may put your name on the wait-list for that retreat and sign up for your second retreat choice to be sure you have the opportunity to go. Retreats fill up very fast.
• Please note any allergies or dietary restrictions on your sign up.
• Kairos will be offered on:
  • Kairos 45, October 28-30, 2026
  • Kairos 46, February 3-5, 2027
  • Kairos 47, March 17-19, 2027
  • Kairos 48, April 21-23, 2027

Kairos #45: October 28-30, 2026 at Palomar

Females: Senior Kairos #45 Retreat Sign-up (link will be posted August 2026)

Males: Senior Kairos #45 Retreat Sign-up (link will be posted August 2026)

Kairos #46: February 3-5, 2027, at Palomar

Females: Senior Kairos #46 Retreat Sign-up (link will be posted August 2026)

Males: Senior Kairos #46 Retreat Sign-up (link will be posted August 2026)

Kairos #47: March 17-19, 2027 at Palomar

Females: Senior Kairos #47 Retreat Sign-up (link will be posted August 2026)

Males: Senior Kairos #47 Retreat Sign-up (link will be posted August 2026)

Kairos #48: April 21-23, 2027 at Palomar

Females: Senior Kairos #48 Retreat Sign-up (link will be posted August 2026)

Males: Senior Kairos #48 Retreat Sign-up (link will be posted August 2026)

Waitlist for Senior Kairos Retreats:

Female Waitlist Sign-up

Male Waitlist Sign-up