School Year Programs
HIGH SCHOOL THURSDAY STUDY NIGHT
High School Study Nights meet every Thursday during the school year (expect for school break times such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, Spring, and Summer break) from 4:15 to 8:00 pm. Study Nights are designed to assist the student's growth in virtue, study, and leadership and to help the girls find practical ways to live out their faith in day-to-day life.
Reach out to us at youthprograms@sherlake.org to be added to our weekly sign up email blast.
SERVICE SATURDAYS
High school girls come together on a monthly basis to give of themselves to those in need. This is done in a variety of places including nursing homes, food pantries, and more. The combination of service work and fun allows for the development of deep friendships and personal growth. ​​
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SAVE THE DATE! Service Saturdays for 2024-2025:
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September 21, 2024 - Visit the homeless and help with service projects at Sherlake.
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Sign up HERE
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October 19, 2024
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November 23, 2024
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December 21, 2024
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January 18, 2025
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February 15, 2025
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March 15, 2025
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April 26, 2025
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For more information, contact us at youthprograms@sherlake.org.
UNIV
UNIV is an international meeting of young university women, and a limited number of high school seniors, during Holy Week in Rome. Promoted by St. Josemaría Escrivá, UNIV was born in 1968 to bring together students from the five continents who would ask themselves big questions and work to find answers that would help improve the world.
Since then, every year about 1,000 young women live this experience of profound impact, from which ideas are born and grow, as a result of the contact with the cultural, spiritual and artistic heritage that the city of Rome holds.
As part of UNIV, participants will have the opportunity to listen to experts and join problem-solving forums, as well as attend the Easter Triduum ceremonies and participate in meetings with the Pope and the Prelate of Opus Dei.
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Recollections & Retreats
RECOLLECTIONS
May you seek Christ. May you find Christ. May you love Christ.
-St. JosemarÃa Escrivá
A monthly recollection is a chance to step back from the whirlwind of daily tasks for a few hours of quiet prayer spent looking at God, the world, and ourselves. It is not always easy to find time to pray, but it is always worthwhile.
Recollections include a meditation led by a priest of Opus Dei, an examination of conscience, a brief talk, time for personal prayer, and benediction with the Blessed Sacrament. Confessions and spiritual direction are also available.
Recollections take place monthly on a Saturday from 3:15-5:15 pm. Dates for 2024-2025:
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September 7, 2024
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October 5, 2024
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November 9, 2024 (*time change: 2:30-4:30 pm)
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January 11, 2025
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February 1, 2025
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March 8, 2025
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April 5, 2025
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May 3, 2025
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For more information, contact us at youthprograms@sherlake.org.
RETREATS
A silent retreat is time spent in prayer and reflection, usually a weekend, growing in the knowledge of, and friendship, with Jesus Christ.
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Retreats are offered at the following Conference Centers:
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Shellbourne Conference Center
Valparaiso, Indiana
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Wynncliff Conference Center
Cleveland, Wisconsin
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Summer Programs
SUMMER HIGH SCHOOL NIGHTS
Dates: Thursdays, June 5 - August 14, 2025
Time: 5:30 - 8:00pm
Location: 5850 N. Nina Ave Chicago, IL 60631
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​Information coming soon!
CAMP TUCK COUNSELOR
Partner Program
Camp Tuck is a fun-filled summer camp for girls entering grades 5-8. The specific aim of the camp is to encourage and develop the virtues necessary for becoming a positive influence on family, friends and society.
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Dates: July 5-12, 2025 for counselors
Counselors: Girls entering grades 11, 12, College
Camper Ages: Girls entering grades 6, 7, and 8
Camp Location: Hartland, Wisconsin.
LIVING AND DESIGN
Partner Program
A week-long summer program at Wynncliff Farm in Wisconsin offering in-depth projects each summer in culinary arts, interior design, fashion, home health and time for friendship, fun, and faith.
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Dates: June 9-15, 2025
Camper Ages: Girls entering grades 9, 10, 11
Counselors: College and young professional women
Location: Wynncliff Farm, Cleveland, WI
COLLEGE APPLICATION WORK DAY
For High School Seniors
High school seniors are invited to spend a day working on their college applications.
Come and accomplish the following:
- Set college application priorities and outline tasks
- Work on the Common App
- Draft application essays and receive feedback
We will have staff and recent high school graduates available to work with you. They can provide feedback on your essays and pass on insights and perspectives to help you apply to college with confidence.
The College Application Work Day will provide the structure you need to get a bulk of the college application work done by a schedule that includes:
- Quiet work time for deep work
- Appropriate breaks
- Meals
- Mass and time for reflection and prayer
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Date, Time, and Cost: TBD
Location: Forest Glen Center (6135 N. Knox Ave, Chicago, IL 60646)
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For information and registration please contact youthprograms@sherlake.com
Partner Program: A program that is not overseen by Sherlake but shares the same mission