Idyllwild Pines Christian Camp

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1 JH Fall Retreat 2014 Idyllwild Pines Christian Camp Guest Speaker Dana Dill Worship Band The Surrender Bonding Games FUN!!! All 7 th and 8 th grade students will be attending a 3-day retreat at Idyllwild Pines Christian Camp. This retreat will grow our students spiritually and in fellowship for the school year. It will be presented in an un-intimidating and relaxing atmosphere so that all students will benefit from its well planned activities. We are very excited for a wonderful trip! To see more about Idyllwild Pines go to

2 Hello Junior High Parents! We leave for our junior high retreat in three weeks and I just wanted to give you an idea of what to expect. This is not only meant to be a time of camaraderie and team building, but more importantly, it is a time of reflection, worship and adoration to the Lord and what he is doing in our lives. Our theme for this school year and for the retreat is walk in truth. It is my prayer that these three days will be a time where we can serve one another and love one another as a direct response to how Jesus serves and loves us. It is my hope that through all the events planned chapel, worship, devotions, games, activities the students will not only have a great experience with each other, but will simply fall more in love with our Savior. On Wednesday, October 8th, each student attending the retreat is to be at CVCS by 7:30 am. The students will be separated into different teams and each team will have its own unique name and color. Students are encouraged to wear this color as much as possible throughout the duration of the retreat especially because they receive points for team spirit, activities won, punctuality, etc., etc. (The students will receive their teams and colors the Friday before retreat). Students will ride with their teammates on the bus to Idyllwild Pines and much of the time, the bus ride is as fun as the retreat itself J Wednesday afternoon consists of an assortment of team bonding games and Wednesday evening is our first chapel. We have a fantastic praise band attending and our speaker is thoroughly excited to share God s Word with all of your kids! After chapel, we split up for a time of reflection and fellowship and following that, it s lights out. Thursday morning begins with a worship and quiet time at the main amphitheater. After breakfast, we have our second chapel and from there we split into our mentor groups to discuss, pray and study what we have been learning. Thursday afternoon activities are various sessions where each student can choose what they would like to do. Activities range from hikes, to whiffle ball, to basketball, to arts/crafts and so on. Thursday evening is similar to Wednesday, with chapel after dinner and an all camp filed game to end the night. Our second worship/quiet time is on Friday morning at the main amphitheater. After breakfast, we get the cabins cleaned up, attend our last chapel and pack our lunches to come home. We should arrive back at CVCS by 2:00 pm. It is my desire that we can partner together in prayer for the entire junior high, especially in their continual growth with the Lord and with each other. Blessings, Ms. Jacqueline Firestone Facullty Junior High Science Advisor SLT (Student Leadership Team) Capistrano Valley Christian Schools

3 Capistrano Valley Christian Schools 2014 JH Fall Retreat Information Purpose: To provide a fun, un-intimidating atmosphere for encouraging Spiritual and social development through Bible studies, worship music, fellowship, quiet times, social activities, and small & large group activities. **Students will meet at CVCS to depart for Idyllwild Pines Christian Camp on WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9 th AT 7:30AM. They will return to CVCS on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11 th around 2:00PM. Theme: Encourage One Another Dates: October 8 th -10 th, 2014 Location: Idyllwild Pines Camp, St. Hwy 243 Idyllwild, CA Phone (951) ***What to Bring 1. BIBLE, pen or pencil 2. T-shirts 3. Jacket for evening/morning hours (retreat payment includes 2013 sweatshirt) 4. Jeans 5. Socks 6. Athletic shoes are necessary 7. Sunglasses and Sunscreen 8. Hats are permitted but not required 9. Chapstick 10. Flashlight 11. Sleeping Bag and/or bedding, Pillow, Sleep Wear, etc. 12. Your own Towel 13. Small amount of cash (snack bar & gift shop) 14. All toiletry items (shampoo, soap toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.) 15. Camera (Optional but highly recommended!) What NOT to Bring: NO Electronics: ipods, games (Cell phones are not to be used on the retreat. They maybe packed in the students luggage, but are only to be used in case of emergency). NO thin (spaghetti strap) tank tops NO dresses or skirts NO large amounts of foodsnacks/treats are fine NO flip-flops NO Midrift shirts If your son/daughter has food allergies or medications to be taken on the trip please include this information on the JH Retreat Consent Form Retreat Dress and Attire Students are to dress with an attitude that will be pleasing to the Lord Jesus Christ. NO slogans or advertising that is in any way distasteful or displeasing to the purpose of this Spiritual retreat. Students will be asked to change into appropriate clothing, provided by CVCS, if theirs is found to be inappropriate according to the standards set down by Idyllwild and CVCS.

4 Retreat Rules and Policies Students MUST observe and follow rules and policies at ALL TIMES. Students MUST be present at ALL functions. 1. The CVCS staff will explain and review policies which all CVCS students and staff must abide. PLEASE NOTE: CVCS DISCIPLINE & BEHAVIOR CODE, found in the student handbook, will be strictly enforced during the retreat. 2. NO Computers, CD players, ipods, or electronic games. They will be confiscated. NOT EVEN ON THE BUS! (Cell phones are not to be used on the retreat.) 3. Students are not permitted to leave the school group or camp grounds for any reason at any time. 4. Students are only to go into their OWN cabins. Students are NOT allowed in any other cabin but their own at any time. 5. Students MUST stay in their own cabin after 10:30pm. Students are NOT to be out of their cabin for any reason until 7:00am. 6. Students are to refrain from any loud talking or noises after they have returned to their cabins at night. PARENTS AND STUDENTS: Any student who fails to abide by the rules and policies set down for this retreat will be asked to go home. Parents of the student(s) will be called and asked to come and get their child no matter what the hour of the day or night. We are here to provide a safe atmosphere for EVERYONE. This requires obedience by all. Those who are here to grow Spiritually should not be denied because of a selected few. Please adhere to all rules and policies as they are stated. Student Incentives: During the course of the retreat, there will be watchful eyes for those who are participating and cooperating in a productive, proper, safe, and supportive manner anywhere at any time. These individuals, cabin groups, and/or activity groups will be rewarded for their positive influence. YOU ARE TO ARRIVE AT CVCS NO LATER THAN 7:30AM ON WEDNESDAY MORNING! We will return at about 2:00PM on Friday

5 CVCS JH Retreat Consent Form Idyllwild Pines Christian Camp I hereby grant my permission for my son/daughter First Name Last Name to attend the IDYLLWILD PINES JUNIOR HIGH FALL RETREAT. **Students will meet at CVCS to depart for Idyllwild Pines Christian Camp on WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8th AT 7:30AM. They will return to CVCS on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10th around 2:00PM. I have read, reviewed, and understand the attached information and policies regarding this retreat and I give my consent for my junior high son/daughter to participate. Should my child become ill or injured, I hereby give my permission for an adult sponsor to obtain medical treatment, and understand that I (Parent/Guardian) will be contacted as soon as possible. I also agree that I will accept all financial responsibility for this retreat and any medical treatment provided. ALSO, I the parent, MUST present ALL medications, currently taken by my child, to the retreat coordinator prior to departure. I will also provide written instructions regarding the administration of the medication. *Students are not to have medications in their possession during the hours of the retreat. Parent/Guardian Signature Print Parent/Guardian Name Phone number(s) to be reached DAY EVENING CELL CELL *Any allergies or other medical information we should know including current medication being taken: *Any dietary needs we should know (vegetarian, vegan, allergies)