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First Year Third Grade Teacher Adjusts to New Start

Erin Sumner, a USC Aiken graduate, describes a nerve wracking start to teaching in Warrenville. She details onboarding, classroom setup, mentor support from Beverly Giles, and early routines aimed at structure and student focus. Sumner notes daily progress, student bonds, and plans to mentor other first year teachers next week.