ANKENY CROCKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 2910 SW Applewood Ankeny, 1A 50023 P: 515.965.9710 F 515.965.9714 community | challenge | excetence } inpration | leacership January 4, 2019 Dear Sir or Madam: Please accept ths letter as a professional reference for Mr, Ryan Fediders. I have had the opportunity to ‘work with Ryan forthe past three years. He currently serves 2s a 5® Grade teacher at Crocker Elementary inthe Ankeny Community School District. {thas been my observation that Ryan Fedders has displayed a variety of attributes associated with being a successful Assistant Principal 1, Demonstrates a continuing dedication to professional and personal development; 2, Exhibits an understanding of exemplary systemic leadership skills required to function successfully with diverse populations; 3. Provides decisions based on research and best practices for all students; 4, Demonstrates a commitment to the goals and objectives ofall learners; and ‘5, Models behaviors that exhibit competence, commitment, and high personal character. |In my opinion, Ryan Fedders isan outstanding candidate for the Nevada Community School District ‘Assistant Principal position. His cnergy, knowledge base, and organizational skills are outstanding. He has been a suecessfl teacher in one ofthe fastest growing school districts in the state. He is aecustomed to high expectations and possesses a growth mindset. Ryan is grounded in current research about what it takes to be a successful Assistant Principal. Ryan understands the “big picture” inthe change process, and ‘has communicated effectively and efficiently with others as a member of our Crocker Instructional ‘Leadership Team, He makes a positive impact on all those around him on a daily basis. An example of his outstanding work is the impact he has made with the co-teaching model in our school. ‘He has facilitated this work with one of our special education teachers and leads his students with patience ‘and compassion; while maintaining the necessary academic rigor our students deserve. He hus also been ‘exposed to the 504 planning and implementation process from the ground up. He utilizes technology as an effective teaching and learning tool in his classroom. 1 feel fortunate that Ihave had the opportunity to work with Ryan Fedders. 1 know that he wall utilize a ‘wide repertoire of proven facilitation strategies when working with your staff. He has helped our school district become a better place for adults and students. I trust his opinion and respect his knowledge base. He has my highest recommendation, Please feel fiee to contact me at (515) 473-8147 or tom.muhlenbruck@ankenyschools.org if may be of additional assistance to you. Sincerely, Teo Medi Dr. Thomas M. Mublenbrucl Crocker Elementary Principal