The parishes of the New Albany Deanery, in collaboration with Catalyst Catholic, are excited to host Middle School Monthly—a series of dynamic, faith-filled events for middle school students! Each gathering is designed to help youth in grades 6–8 grow in their faith, form lasting friendships, and connect with the wider Church community across Clark, Floyd, and Harrison counties.

Whether it’s serving others, celebrating saints, playing dodgeball, or diving into a retreat—there’s something for every middle schooler.

• Open to: 6th–8th grade students from New Albany Deanery parishes and schools

• Cost: $10 per person (unless otherwise noted)

• Registration: Required in advance for each event

Registration is now open for all events!

2025-2026 Schedule:

📝 Registration Procedures

To help our parishes and planning teams prepare well, advance registration is required for all Middle School Monthly events. You can register for the full year at once or choose events month-by-month. Here’s what to know:

• Registration closes at 11:59 PM the Sunday before each event. This allows host parishes time to finalize volunteers, order supplies, and plan activities.

• A waitlist will open once registration closes. If your child needs to cancel, contact the Catalyst office during regular business hours. We may be able to offer their spot to someone on the waitlist.

• Online payment is required at the time of registration. If you need an alternative payment method, just let us know.

• Refunds are available up until the registration deadline (minus a 3% transaction fee).

• Events are open to all youth in grades 6–8 who attend a Catholic parish or school in the New Albany Deanery. Students are welcome to bring a guest, but guests must be registered separately with their own permission form.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parent FAQ

Who can attend Middle School Monthly events?
These events are open to any student in grades 6–8 who belongs to a Catholic parish or school in the New Albany Deanery (Clark, Floyd, or Harrison counties). Youth may also bring a guest (see below).

Can my child bring a friend?
Yes! Friends are welcome, even if they are not Catholic or not part of the Deanery. Each guest must be registered separately and have a completed permission form submitted online.

Do I need to attend with my child?
Nope! These are drop-off events staffed by trained adult volunteers and parish youth ministry leaders. Parents are welcome to help as chaperones—just reach out if you're interested in volunteering!

Will my child be with kids they know?
Youth often attend with friends from their school or parish, but one of the best parts of MSM is how it brings together youth from all over the deanery. We organize games and small groups to help everyone feel welcomed and included—even if they’re coming for the first time.

What does the $10 fee cover?
This fee helps cover food, supplies, activity materials, and host parish expenses. If cost is ever an issue, financial assistance is available—please don’t hesitate to ask.

The April retreat is the only event with a different fee—$20—which helps cover the added cost of an overnight stay and bringing in a trained retreat team. As always, if cost is ever an issue, please reach out!

Will there be food?
Yes! Every event includes some form of food—sometimes it’s a full meal (like pizza + veggies), other times it’s snacks or dessert. Specific details will be included in the reminder email sent before each event.

What if my child can no longer attend after registering?
Contact the Catalyst office before the registration deadline to cancel for a refund (minus the 3% transaction fee). If the event is full, we’ll offer the spot to someone on the waitlist.

For questions regarding Middle School Monthly events,
please contact Kelli Reutman in the Catalyst office:
kelli@catalystcatholic.org | 812-923-8355 ext. 204