% WestVirginiaUniversity. COLLEGE oF EDUCATION AND. HUMAN SERVICES April 21, 2016 Dear Hiring Professional: It is with enthusiasm that I write this letter of support for my advise, Emily DeWitt, in her efforts to secure a school counseling position within your school system. Ms. DeWitt is currently completing the final requirements for completion of her MA in Counseling (School Counseling) here at WVU. | have had the opportunity to supervise Emily as she completes her internship experience in both a middle school setting (5-8 grades) and a high school setting (9-12" grades). Ms. DeWitt is a wonderful student who is excited about working with children and adolescents in 2 school setting. As a part of her internship experience, Emily is examining school data to evaluate the effectiveness of her school counseling program’s effort to improve academics in her placement. | have found Emily to be bright and she is quickly becoming knowledgeable about how public schools function and how students can benefit from a professional school counselor to advocate for them. Emily is well liked by her students and her colleagues. Emily possess clear strengths such as her ability to connect with students, her openness to learning, feedback and growing from her experiences, and her desire to understand her appropriate role as the school counselor; Emily is quick to ask questions when she doesn’t understand. Additionally, as is common with new professionals in this field, she often lacks confidence in her abilities. However, in the words of one of her site supervisors, “Emily is better than she realizes.” | completely concur. Emily is very skilled and growing in her knowledge, but she will often question her decisions and she needs to trust her instincts more. With time, she will grow more confident, | am sure of that! thighly recommend Emily DeWitt for any position you may have open. Emily will make a wonderful addition to your faculty and staff and will work tirelessly to create a positive school climate and culture within your school system. Should you have further questions regarding Ms. DeWitt’s readiness to perform the duties of a professional school counselor or would like to discuss her training, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Chyhet) SUP Christine J. Schimmel, Ed.D., NCC, LPC School Counseling Coordinator Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling and Counseling Psychology 304.298.3807 PO Box6122 Fox: 304-289-4082 Morgantown, WV 26506-6122 unl Opporniy/Afimaie Aeon knton