Second and Eighth Grades: Second and eighth grades mark important rites of passage in the Catholic Church. In second grade, parents accompany their children to an evening Commitment Ceremony in Church where the students promise to be ready for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. They present signed contracts of intent and receive a pin symbolizing their commitment. Likewise, eighth graders and their parents attend a solemn evening Commitment Ceremony in Church where the students commit themselves to faith and service, and promise to earnestly prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation.