Merced High School

205 West Olive Ave., Merced, CA 95348 (209) 385-6467

January 11, 2015

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To Whom It Concerns,
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This letter of recommendation is written on behalf of Whitney Derr. Whitney is

currently a senior at Merced High School, where I am a teacher.

I have known her

since last year. During that time it has been a distinct pleasure to see her grow into her
potential. Whitney has an easy charm and manner, which makes her a pleasure to have
around. Teachers have commented to me about her positive influence in the classroom.
She knows when to have fun and she knows when to be serious, qualities not always
shared with many of her peers.
Whitney is an excellent student. She is on track to graduate with a diploma with a
high GPA. Almost all of her classes have been college prep level, so she is very
committed to pursuing higher education. Whitney has also been very active in the life of
the school. She is a four-year member of the Merced FFA, and that is a very demanding
activity. It requires many hours outside of school, on weekends and during the summer.
Whitney is one of the FFA leaders on our campus. She also works with the challenged
teens in the Merced County Youth- 2-Youth program. In this capacity she has organized
presentations to over three hundred middle school students that dealt with the hazards
of Drugs and Alcohol. Since Whitney plans to pursue a career in youth ministry, all of
this activity will serve her very well. Whitney is also a Varsity Cheerleader. The cheer
team requires many hours of her early mornings and evenings, so it is hard to
understand when she gets time off!

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Merced High School

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205 West Olive Ave., Merced, CA 95348 (209) 385-6467

I have no hesitation in recommending Whitney for this scholarship. She has a fine
character, an inquisitive mind, and a willingness to work hard that will benefit any
organization. Please contact me if I can answer any other questions,
Sincerely,

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Justin Kenny

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