The 2019-2020 school year was very challenging for many, if not all students. Students had to learn to like online learning because that was the only option with COVID around. But nearly a year later, students were finally able to come back to school to learn in-person all day, and it has had a positive impact on lots of students.
Bella Del Toro, ‘25 struggled during quarantine. She says, “quarantine definitely had a negative impact on my mental health.”
Del Toro adds “school during COVID is a little weird because of all the mask wearing, but I’d rather wear a mask than go back online.”
Joey Rico, ‘23 says the transition from online to in-person learning went very well for him.
“It is nice to see my friends at school and get to learn in-person. I also enjoy school, like sports coming back and other things we can only do in-person.” Rico states. He also thinks learning in-person helps have better connections face-to-face than it would on Zoom.
Lucas De Lima, ‘25 says, “being in-person helps me focus and learn better.” He explains how it is easier to remember what is being taught as well as it is more engaging.
“I also get to see my friends every day which is good” De Lima adds.
Many students at Redwood believe that online was very difficult due to less connections with teachers and the struggle with mental health. With students coming back to school, they are still adjusting to the new requirements with COVID, but are still very excited to be back.
Mikayla Williamson
Mikayla Williamson '25 is a second year member of the Redwood Gigantea. She is a new photographer learning the ropes of photography but also writes for the sports column. Mikayla is on the Redwood track team. You can reach her by email at: mikay.wi4026@vusd.us
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