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Teacher Spotlight: Ronkonkoma's Erin Mackin A 'Diligent' Educator
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RONKONKOMA, NY — Great teachers matter. In Ronkonkoma, we're fortunate to have teachers like Erin Mackin.
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Teacher’s name
Erin Mackin.
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How do you know the teacher?
My sister.
What does this person teach?
4th grade.
Why do you believe the teacher should be recognized or honored?
As a seasoned teacher with nearly 20 years of experience, she remains diligent, highly respected, and in great demand by parents. She prepares her students for 5th grade, earning their admiration and affection.
What's one thing you want everyone to know about the teacher?
After a long day at work, she juggles her children's soccer, lacrosse, and basketball practices. During the summer, she dedicates time to curriculum writing to stay current with classroom trends.
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