Rachael Ewing, a senior at Twin Valley High School, has been named February’s Intern of the Month. Ewing spends her internship at Robeson Elementary Center with Mrs. Christine Robinson, the Learning Support teacher. Ewing started showing interest in the education field at a young age. In fifth grade she would go into school early and assist Mrs. Robinson in helping a third grade student.
“Now as a senior, Rachael comes to my classroom each day ready to help second grade students with math support and kindergarten students with pre-reading and pre-math skills,” said Mrs. Robinson. “Rachael isn’t afraid to jump in and help wherever she sees a need. Ewing is prompt and always jumps right into what’s happening and comes up with innovative ways to help wherever she’s needed.”
“My favorite part of my internship is that I receive many opportunities to teach lessons,” said Ewing. “Mrs. Robinson allows me to lead with the kindergarten groups with whatever activity is planned for the day, and it’s a good way for me to get a feel for how to run a classroom in a small group setting.”
Ewing plans to continue in this field and become an elementary school teacher. She recommends the internship to anyone considering a career in the education field to intern at Robeson.
“It is an excellent hands-on opportunity to give you an experience in the education field before entering college,” she said. “Mrs. Robinson has been a great mentor and has definitely allowed me to be successful and have a great time each day at internship.”
Rachael will be interning with classroom teacher, Jean McCarney, second semester, also at Robeson Elementary Center… Best wishes for a successful year, Rachael!
Ewing will either be attending Penn State University or Seton Hill University, majoring in Elementary and Special Education. Congratulations, Rachael Ewing, on being February’s Intern of the Month.
