‘To Whom t Mey Concem: ‘This leteris my personal recommendation for Jessica Deren. Jessica has been my associate teacher since September and works directly with students in my seventh grade, special edveation classroom. Jessica is «hard working, child centered teacher who helps to create a safe and nurturing ‘environment for the students she works with. Her patient and kind manner has helped her to successfully communicate with students who have emotional and leaming dificuies. Jessica's responsibilities include implementing a reading program to a struggling reader ‘each day, She goes out of her way o plan fun and engaging activites within her lessens. ‘She has also played significant role in getting this non-reading student excited about reading. With her encouragement and support, he has finished at least ten novels this year! With her child centered approach and creative instructional techniques, Jessica demonstraes that she will bean effective teacher. She i organized, supportive, and gets along withall students and staff members with ease. | would without any reservation recommend Jessica to you. She would be a tremendous asset to your school Sincerely, Katee Heodiche Katie Grodecki Springman Middle School Glenview District #34 2701 Central Road, Glenview, IL 60647 847-657-2234