All Site Leader Retreats cover the basics of alternative breaks and Break Away, as well as facilitation and groupbuilding. Site Leader Retreats can also be tailored to meet the specific needs of the host school, allowing more or less emphasis on particular areas. I don't care how many trips you have been on, there is still so much to learn. You need to incorporate these new ideas into your program. Break Away staff facilitate the workshops, prepare the materials, and even assist with recruiting other schools in your state or region.
Participants bring their experience, enthusiasm and willingness to learn and share ideas.
I feel like I can be an asset to my team and incorporate all of these ideas. Retreats typically begin early Friday evening and end the following Saturday evening, though mid-week retreats can also be arranged. Training fees are the same whether your retreat last one or two days. If additional facilitators are needed or your program has significant financial constraints, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Keep in mind that Break Away encourages schools to partner with state compacts, commissions, and other institutions to cover the costs of the Site Leader Retreat or to pass on the expenses by charging a fee for invited participants from other schools that attend.