205. olive Ave, Merced Ga. 95 "709-385 6488 20 Feb 2017 To Whom It May Concer: It is my absolute pleasure to recommend John Cortez, for employment, scholarship, of university admittance, Lam a tenured English teacher at Merced High School. I came °° know John four ee through my English 1 Pre-AP course. Since this time, Thave become acquainted with his person academically and personally, and can vouch for his quality of character and accomplishments. a number of ways. To begin, he has achieved @ ght in ways that are unique; he far beyond what is John has distinguished himself at Merced High Schoo! ‘weighted grade point average of 4.07. Ihave seen John apply critical thous Tezularly engages in academic discourse with ease, synthesizing texts wniten considered average. «John has rounded his experience and participation here by becoming VIEL VP of community service, school site couneil member, and president of Sonseekers. As Sonseekers president, he enriched our campus significantly leading others in weekly meetings. He has een on our demanding water polo and swim teams throughout his tenure here as well. To add to this he pee reamed to manage his time well, having logged community service hours as a Rotary volunteer. On top of being academically elit Finally, and most importantly, John is a young man of wonderful character. His work ethic and relationship with his teachers and peers is excellent. As sponsor of our campus Christian groups, Thave personally witnessed his heart for others, and how positively he leads and interacts with a group of people. ic research, and will be the first in his John plans to pursue a career in naturopathic medicine and ho ses of rigor, and his ability to juggle family to attend college. Because of his academic success in multiple sports and demands, he will certainly have success. I would gladly be able to answer any questions you may have upon request. Yours Sincerely, John Wendel English Teacher, Merced High School jwendel@muhsd.ore EVERY BEAR COUNTS