ld UNIVERSITY or UTAH URBAN INSTITUTE FOR TEACHER EDUCATION Gage of Eaton, 721 Compu CenterDive in 2260 Sale Lake iy, Utah 94112 81 581.758 FAX ADL. 3812608 wmwuleusah eds February 27, 2015 Re: Ruthann Hertel To Whom It May Concern: Ruthann was a student in the Teacher Preparation program at the Urban Institute for Teacher Education (UITE), at the University of Utah. | was one of Ruthann’s supervisors during her student teaching ‘experience. Ruthann has been teaching in a second grade classroom at Elk Run Elementary. She has successfully performed all elements of the teaching process including conducting SEP conferences and assessment. Ruthann has done an exceptional job during her student teaching experience. From the beginning of the school year, | have been impressed with her commitment to getting to know and understand all of hher students. Her personal connection to them has elevated the effectiveness of her classroom management. These strong bonds coupled with her clear, consistent expectations have created a positive learning environment. The energy and commitment Rue brings to her teaching is outstanding. Her planning includes a variety of methods, materials and resources. She possesses the confidence and ability to present any lesson that will increase student engagement. She has a strong desire to continually improve her teaching skills, It has been fun to watch her strategies evolve with her students’ learning this year. thas been a wonderful experience working with such and open and dedicated person. itis difficult for ‘many student teachers to collaborate effectively during this first experience. Rue has been one of the exceptions. | highly recommend Ruthann for any teaching position. She has the integrity, commitment, and professionalism that will make her an asset in any setting. ‘Sincerely yours, Filson Kittie tinehan Cohort Supervisor