Kindness Retreat®
Grade 4 or 5
We empower kids to be “everyday heroes” by
using kindness to include others, to be respectful
and to make their school a better place.
See What One School Had to Say About The Kindness Retreat
Key Learning Objectives for the Retreat
Understand why and how to make kind choices.
Enhance empathy skills to understand how words and actions affect others.
Develop conflict-resolution strategies that can be used in response to unkind actions.
WHAT TO EXPECT
WELCOME
We welcome students with music and high-energy activities that break down social barriers. Our goal is to encourage students to take positive risks with one another.
GOALS
After building a sense of community, our staff shares the retreat’s goals. We encourage students to take a closer look at how they’re treating themselves and others at their school.
PRESENTATIONS
Our Program Staff share personal stories centered on the value of the retreat. With humor and heart, staff challenge students to make a difference in their lives and in their school.
SMALL GROUPS
Throughout the day, students meet in small groups, facilitated by high school or adult leaders, to process what they are learning and experiencing.
SHARING
At the end of the retreat, students get the chance to safely and publicly express how they will show more kindness to their teachers and classmates every day.
FOLLOW-UP
After the retreat, our follow-up videos, student evaluations (online only), classroom materials and posters help extend the impact of the retreat. View follow-up materials.
THE DETAILS
GRADES
4th or 5th
(YF retreats are designed to work with only one grade level on each retreat.)
LENGTH OF RETREAT
5 hours
COST TO SCHOOLS
Pricing for the 2023-24 school year:
Twin Cities: $3,200
Midwest: $3,600
National: $3,200 + travel costs
Flexible pricing options are available for smaller schools (classes with fewer than 40 students). Call us at 952.922.0222 for more information.
WAYS TO FUND IT
Learn about grants and fundraising ideas to help you pay for a retreat.
PREPARE FOR YOUR RETREAT
PREP PACK
A helpful checklist and guide for getting the most out of your retreat.
PRIORITY ONE (P1) FORM
This form tells us everything we need to know to prepare for your retreat.
SAMPLE MEMO TO STAFF
We offer a sample memo to tell school staff about your upcoming retreat.
LETTER TO CAREGIVERS
We offer a sample letter to tell parents and caregivers about your upcoming retreat.