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ISSUE 3 OCTOBER 2021

FIRST DAY BACK IN CCD INTERVIEWS

Question: How was your first day back in in-person CCD?

Answers:

“I am ready to be back for ccd in person with my teachers and friends. Although we are wearing masks in
class, we are getting back to the norm.” - Jerrine George, Grade 12

“After more than a year of online CCD, returning to our classroom felt almost surreal. It was a bit
awkward at first seeing everyone again, but like friends are, we warmed up to each other again and we
picked up right where we left off. It felt normal (except of course the masks), and we started covering

some information and learning topics. I will say that it was captivating to be in person and overall I can’t
wait to have more in person lessons this year!”
-Michael Mathew Grade 9

“The first day of ccd was definitely a different experience, but really fun getting to see everyone in
person and socialize a bunch! Also seeing the church completely filled was a nice sight to see!” - Alena
Mary Thomas, Grade 11

“It was nice to be in-person after a really long time and not just see everyone on a screen. It was also
nice to get to go to CCD right after Mass rather than having to wait for a long time between the Mass and
CCD.” - Jacob George Grade 5

“It was nice to be in-person again and to see people and actually talk to them.” - Anna Mary Francis
Grade 10

“As a CCD teacher I feel more connected and involved in the CCD sessions being together in a classroom
in-person because I can reach out to the children and better help them when they need it. Also, since our
church is still mandating using the mask and social distancing, I feel safe as well.” - Reema Justin, CCD

teacher Grade 5

“With CCD being in-person, I am able to connect and relate and have more active discussions with my
class. In class discussions provide children a safe haven to share their thoughts. It is interesting to hear
funny stories students share with me in-person and I can understand and read the children’s emotions
and feelings better when I am in-person. Also, in-person learning provides students the opportunity to
reach out to their teacher for help without feeling judged.” - Teseline James, CCD teacher Grade 3

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