Lily was a new student. Her heart pounded like a drum as she entered the school building. Finally, she stood before Room 204, her classroom. The door was closed. Lily pushed the door open and stepped inside. All eyes turned to her, and her cheeks flushed with embarrassment. The teacher, Mrs. Anderson, smiled warmly and gestured to an empty desk near the window. Her classmates made space for her. She introduced herself and learned about her classmates' interests and stories, and even laughed at some jokes. As the final bell rang, Lily realized that she had discovered not only a place to learn but also a community where she belonged. The journey had just begun.
