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Merced High School

H o m e o f S c h o l a r s a n d C h a m p i o n s

205 West Olive Avenue, Merced CA 95348 (209) 385-6465

To whom it may concern,

It is with great pleasure that I am writing this letter of recommendation for Nathan
Xiong. In the past year, I have taught Nathan in Art I in which he has excelled. Based on
my experience with Nathan, is exceptionally well prepared to move onto the collegiate
level, and it is clear to me that he has a very bright future.

Nathan is very mature for his age and he approaches his art with an astute sense of
objectivity. He processes constructive criticism well and is always willing to go the extra
mile in order to take his work to the highest level of formal and conceptual refinement.
Nathan has impressed me; he is an incredibly well rounded student who has found a way
to balance all of the aspects of the educational process with apparent ease.

Aside from Nathan 's natural artistic ability, it is important to touch on his work ethic
and his presence in the classroom setting. Nathan never settles for second best and he
utilizes class time in a productive and determined manner. He arrives to class early and
works late when the need arises. Due to this approach, Nathan quickly became a role
model for his peers. Students observed Nathans commitment to the creative process and
they strived to excel as he did. Though Nathan is talented, he is a humble young man who
never lets his abilities go to his head. He thrives off of the entire creative process both the
successes and the challenges. Most importantly, Nathan is always willing to help his
classmates as they create. He offers both technical and conceptual support to his peers in
a kind and caring manner that speaks to Nathans patience and his understanding of the
importance of collaborative learning.

In looking ahead to Nathan 's college years, I am certain that he is ready to tackle
the rigorous and challenging curriculum at the collegiate level. Nathan will not take the
path of least resistance, rather, he will push himself to continue to grow and develop as a
creative thinker. He will immerse himself in his new community and he will share his
energy, enthusiasm, commitment and talent with his peers and his professors, or
whatever he decides to pursue. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any
further questions.

Sincerely,

Del Camara M.F.A.

Merced High School Art Department

Every Bear Counts

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Merced High School

H o m e o f S c h o l a r s a n d C h a m p i o n s

205 West Olive Avenue, Merced CA 95348 (209) 385-6465

dcamara@muhsd.org

Every Bear Counts