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Frequently asked questions

What will I do at Ya-A-Te?

You will be introduced to the resources needed to be a successful student leader at Tyler Junior College. You will meet new friends, learn TJC traditions, and discover how to get involved on campus. In addition, you will play tribal games, enjoy nightly activities, and have free time to explore the facility.

Here's a tentative schedule from last year’s retreat for you to get an idea of events and activities that will be taking place during the 3-day retreat.

MONDAY, AUGUST 19TH   

TUESDAY, AUGUST 20TH  

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21ST

 

12:00 PM: Check In, Opening Ceremony & Resource Fair

2:00 PM: Travel to Allaso Ranch

3:00 PM: Arrive & Cabin Move-in

3: 30 PM: Small Group #1

4:30 PM: Free Time

6:00 PM: Leadership Workshop & Dinner

Ranch Commons

7:00 PM: Tribal Ceremony

7:30 PM: Tribe Time

8:00 PM: Tribal Games

Apache Pong: Mescalero vs. Chiricahua

Apache Pass: Lipan vs. Kiowa

9:30 PM: Pool Party

12:00 AM: Lights Out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8:30 AM: Breakfast

Ranch Commons

9:00 AM: Apache Pong: Lipan vs. Kiowa

Apache Pass: Mescalero vs. Chiricahua

10:00 AM: Small Group #2

11:30 AM: Namesake Cheer Competition

Ranch Commons

12:00 PM: Tribal Game: Trivia Bowl

Ranch Commons

1:30 PM: Lunch

Ranch Commons

2:00 PM: Free Time

5:00 PM: Leadership Workshop & Dinner

Ranch Commons

6:30 PM: Tribal Games

Kickball: Mescalero vs. Kiowa

Blind Volleyball: Lipan vs. Chiricahua

7:30 PM: Diversity Wall

9:00 PM: Small Groups #3

10:00 PM: Dance - Theme: Favorite Holiday

12:30 AM: Lights Out

 

8:30 AM: Breakfast

Ranch Commons

9:00 AM: Tribal Games

Kickball: Lipan vs. Chiricahua

Blind Volleyball: Mescalero vs. Kiowa

10:00 AM: Small Group #4

11:00 AM: Depart from Allaso Ranch

12:00 PM: Lunch & Closing Ceremony

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* This year’s retreat will look slightly different and times and activities may change.