Daniel T, Hans Principal David McKay “Assistant Principal Ss Scripps Middle School 8385 E. Scripps Road Lake Orion, MI 48360 Phone: 248+693+5440 April 21,2017 To Whom It May Concern: Thad the distinct plearure of betng Christian Seymasioks cooperating teacher this year, Ihave Deen teaching for over twenty years and I cau honeslly say that the teaching profession will be in good hands if future educators have the dedication and professioualism as Christian. Cluistian taught one STAR (homeroom) class and foux Americas History classes. He also assisied in a Tth grade social studies class. Christian did his pre-student toaching observation last year ‘with me and [could tell then that this would be a very suecesslul experience for both of us. Christian was ‘oxganized, had a plan of action, and listened well Cristian completely took over the classroom in December of the 2016-2017 school year. Iwas ‘amazed at the level of experience he showed. [have always been a firm believer that good teachers are hom that way — that they either “have it" or they don't: “It being the quality of leadership, patience, understanding, and organization, Christian definitely has it", Christian had a wonderful rapport with Iisstudents, The students respected him and were engaged every class period. Christian was confident in his approach and that confidence was felt by his students Mr Seymaszek not only was successful inthe classroom but he was also. vital component in the | success of our students outside ofthe classroom. Christian attended IEPs, parent meetings, team meetings, professional development social studies department meetings, parent/teacher conferences, was an assistant coach for the Scripps 7th and 8th grade football toams, aud even ran an intramural snow flag, football team. His dedication to our school and students was fax beyond what a student teacher is expected todo. At our most recent parent teacher conferences, Mr. Sxymastckran the entixe conferences, He ‘wos professional and wos very insightful in giving feedback to parents To be honest, was getting 2 Iittleold hearing the parents rave about what a wonderful teacher Christian has heen, Ihave hed several parents and other faculty members come tome and tell me how impressed Chistian has been and what a great influence he hasbeen on ourstudents lives. This type of impact is heyond measuzable. lis with great pride that I strongly cecommend Mr. Christian Saymasiek for employment asa teacher in your distict. Christion’s dedication and professionalism are beyond his years. Christian Suyemasick will become a very saccesstul educator and wall change the lives of his students Sincerely, BAe Seta Brock P. Stalions