Pleasant Green Elementary School & 8201 West 2700 South Office 385-646-4972 Hagna Utah 840841323 mx seer | Granite February 25, 2015 ‘To Whom It May Concern: ‘This letter of recommendation is written for Christine Matthews to support her application as an elementary school teacher. Christine has had a very successful student teaching experience at our school. Her lessons are planned and well prepared for; the materials needed for the lessons are organized efficient. She informs students of her expectations for their behavior as well as what they need to accomplish during the learning activity. Her prompts and cues help students stay on task and her proximity in the room also contributes to them stay engaged in learning. She has a good grasp of classroom management; students know her expectations and the routines of the class and perform them under her supervision. Christine also demonstrates that she can monitor student work and behavior throughout the room. Christine uses technology to enhance her academic presentations and has students participate in the Use of the Smart Board activity during the lessons. She is familiar with the core curriculum and has become well acquainted with the district's Reading and Mathematics programs, Imagine It! and Go Math, respectively, It is my opinion that Christine Matthews will be an outstanding teacher. She is very professional in her demeanor, attire and attitude. | recommend her for your consideration to become an elementary school teacher. Respectfully, oftem Plenel Dr. Sharon L. Prescott Principal Granite School District « 2500 South State Street «Salt Lake City, Utah 84115-3110 385-646-5000 + www graniteschools.org