North Campus Childrens Center

2800 Plymouth Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2800

734 763-3939 Fax 737 763-8845


Summer 2014

To Whom It May Concern,
I would like to take this opportunity to write a formal recommendation for Ms. Candice Abro.
Ms. Abro joined our teaching staff at the University of Michigan North Campus Childrens Center (NC3)
in January of 2013 as a supporting teacher. In this role, Ms. Abro had the opportunity to interact with
each of the ten programs at our school. NC3 is a campus development center that serves infants (ages 3
months 18 months), toddlers (18 months 3 years) and preschoolers (3 years 5 years).
Perhaps one of the most dynamic qualities that Ms. Abro possesses is her flexibility as she is adaptable
to any situation. She consistently met the needs of very young children with ease--at times transitioning
between multiple programs in one day. Children naturally gravitate toward Ms. Abro, and she was
always observed donning a nurturing smile, interacting naturally with children in both large and small
groups.
Ms. Abro recently presented a particularly interesting large group activity regarding visual literacy with a
preschool class. She and I spoke of the experience directly after, and her enthusiasm was palpable. She
allowed the children to view several works of art and posed the simple question, What do you see? It
was clear that the children were engaged and participated with passion. Ms. Abro also mentioned that
even some of the dual language learners commented with confidencea notable experience for these
children who may not otherwise participate.
In addition to these skills and experiences, Ms. Abro is a team player who is incredibly reliable and truly
delights in her work with children. She was constantly requested for additional support in every
classroom at NC3, and we only wish we could have her stay with us. Ms. Abro has my highest
recommendation and she would be a tremendous asset to your teaching staff. If you should need any
additional information please feel free to contact me at (586) 604-2197 or at kellyzez@umich.edu.

Warmly,
Kelly Eileen Zechmeister-Smith
Program Director