5th Grade Thrive Retreat

About The Retreat

The Thrive Retreat is an opportunity for leaders and fifth graders to spend a weekend together in worship, teaching, small groups, and fun activities. This is a very special retreat filled with fellowship and learning where students can escape for a weekend to beautiful Camp Glisson and dive into God’s Word!

Camp Glisson has 400 acres of mountain forest, trails, ponds, a clearwater creek, and Cane Creek Falls. Your fifth grader will not want to miss this. Invite a friend and grab your spot today!

When

April 17-19

Where

Camp Glisson in Dahlonega, GA

Cost

$200

Register

Registration Deadline

March 27. Price increases to $225 after March 27.

Transportation

Buses

Retreat Info

Drop-off is at 6:00 pm on Friday, April 17. Pick-up is at Noon on Sunday, April 19.

Payment Details

The total amount owed for each student is due immediately upon registering online. Cost includes the fee for the retreat center, swag item, transportation, and four meals (all Saturday meals plus Sunday breakfast).

If you are a full-time Perimeter School or Perimeter Church staff member and have not received a promo code, contact Sydney Wise.

Scholarships are available to students who wish to attend the trip but cannot due to financial constraints. If you would like to apply for a scholarship, set up a payment plan, or pay by check, do not proceed to the registration page. Email Sydney for instructions.

What to Bring

  • Only 1 suitcase/duffle bag per person
  • Sleeping bag or set of twin sheets and blanket
  • Pillow
  • Casual clothes for Saturday and Sunday
  • Coat/jacket/sweatshirt for cool nights
  • Toiletries
  • Modest bathing suit
  • Towel/washcloth/extra towel for lake
  • Close toed shoes for adventure elements
  • Water shoes for swimming in lake/wading in creek (must secure to foot like Croc, Chaco, or Keen)
  • A smaller backpack or bag to carry items during free time Saturday
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Bible
  • Pen
  • Spending money ($5-$50) for store merchandise (optional)

Please do NOT bring phones, smart watches, or portable electronics.

What to expect

Schedule

Approximate schedule only. Departure and arrival times are firm, however, all other scheduled times are subject to change.

Friday, April 17

  • 6:00 pm: Check-in – Midtown Auditorium
  • 6:45 pm: Depart for Camp Glisson – Midtown Auditorium
  • 8:30 pm: Session One – Meeting Space
  • 10:00 pm: Small Group Discussion – Cabins
  • 10:30 pm: Cabin Time – Cabins
  • 11:00 pm: Lights Out – Cabins

Saturday, April 18

  • 8:00 am: Breakfast – Dining Hall
  • 8:45 am: Session Two – Meeting Space
  • 9:45 am: Small Group Discussion – Cabins/Outdoors
  • 10:15 am: Snack and Gym Time – Holland Activities Building
  • 11:00 am: Session Three – Meeting Space
  • 12:00 pm: Cabin Clean-up – Cabins
  • 12:30 pm: Lunch – Dining Hall
  • 1:30-5:00 pm: Adventure/Ropes Elements, Lake, Creek, Free Time
  • 6:00 pm: Dinner – Dining Hall
  • 7:00 pm: Session Four – Meeting Space
  • 8:00 pm: Small Group Discussion – Cabins
  • 8:30 pm: Guy Talk / Girl Talk – Meeting Space
  • 9:00 pm: Fireside S’mores and Music – Meeting Space
  • 9:45: Small Groups – Cabins
  • 11:00 pm: Lights Out – Cabins

Sunday, April 19

  • 8:00 am: Breakfast – Dining Hall
  • 8:45 am: Session Five – Meeting Space
  • 10:00 am: Cabin Clean-up – Cabins
  • 10:15 am: Depart for Perimeter – Cabins
  • 12:00 pm: Pick-up – Offices/Building C

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the accommodations?

Camp Glisson offers cabin and dormitory-style accommodations with a bathroom attached to each lodging area. View the Camp Glisson website for more lodging information.

What can't my 5th grader bring?

Do not bring phones, smart watches, and portable electronics. We ask that you allow your student to experience a true retreat by leaving these items at home.

You will be provided with several contact numbers should you need immediate contact with your student. You can also obtain the cell number of your student’s leader and/or parent chaperone.

If you find it imperative to send your student with a phone or smart watch, we will ask a leader or chaperone to hold it for your student.

What time do I need to drop off my student?

Drop-off is at 6:00 pm on Friday, April 17. Please check in at the Midtown Auditorium on the main floor of Building C. We will conduct a brief informational meeting and depart on buses for Camp Glisson promptly at 6:45 pm.

Any fifth grader dropped off past 6:45 pm will need to find his or her own transportation to Camp Glisson.

Does my student need to eat dinner before leaving for the retreat?

Yes. We will NOT stop for dinner en route to Camp Glisson.

What time is pickup?

We will return to the church at noon on Sunday. You can meet your fifth grader outside the Offices/Building C.

Can my student bring friends who do not attend Perimeter or are not involved In discipleship?

Yes. All fifth graders are welcome to attend. Please instruct the friend’s parents to place your child’s name in the “Friend of” field on the registration form to ensure they are grouped together. Please remember that space is limited! Register early to ensure your spot.

If my child has a conflict and cannot stay for the entire weekend, can they come for part of the weekend?

We encourage parents to clear the calendar this weekend for their student so that he or she can enjoy the entire experience. However, if that is not possible, your child can come to any part of the weekend that they can. It will be the parent’s responsibility to transport their student to and from Camp Glisson if there are conflicts in the schedule that prohibit your child from staying the entire weekend.

Please contact Sydney Wise if arrangements for late drop-off or early pick-up need to be made. There are no cost deductions for students who only come for part of the weekend.

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Student Registration

Leaders and Chaperones, register here.

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