FREDERICK F.

BREWSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

126 Tuttle Road, PO Box 310
Durham, Connecticut 06422
Nancy M. Heckler
Principal

REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 13

Durham and Middlefield, CT

Telephone: (860) 349-7227
Fax: (860) 349-7232
Email: nheckler@rsd13.org

October 26, 2015

To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to recommend the hiring of Megan Callahan, an applicant to your system. I have had
the honor of working with Megan since May 2015 when she starting working as a Special
Education paraprofessional immediately following graduation from her undergrad. Megans
motivation, collaboration and eagerness to go above and beyond for her students and Special
Education team will make her a great asset to your school. It is evident that Megan has a love for
the profession and a sincere interest in and concern for her students. Megan maintains a positive
attitude and genuine dedication to continue discovering new ideas and strategies with students
and colleagues.
Megan has a natural presence in the field of Education, as she is always advancing and challenging
herself to effectively communicate with adults and students. Megan takes every opportunity to
participate in professional development to further her knowledge and abilities. She works
extremely hard to create and follow individualized lessons and creative ways to motivate the
students at hand. The students she works with not only have academic and intellectual difficulties,
but anger management and social/emotional challenges as well. Megan always has a back up plan,
or two, ready for any situation that may come up throughout each school day. Megan is
motivated in her desire to help the students and finds ways to reach them on a personal and
academic level.
Megan is able to respond to direction from all staff members in all settings of the school. Megan is
such a vital team member; others come to her for advice and assistance and can depend on her
that the task will be completed flawlessly and in its entirety. Megan seeks out and responds well to
constructive feedback to improve her many roles she takes on in our school. Megans creativity
and dedication to this profession shows in all aspects of her day.
I believe that Megan Callahan would be a strong addition to your system. She will bring passion
and enthusiasm combined with a strong knowledge base and determination. She is a very strong
advocate for children and a valuable member of a school community.
Sincerely,
Laura Bernstein
Special Education Teacher
Regional School District 13
Durham, CT