<> ‘Stamford Public Schoo! June 5, 2016 ‘To Whom It May Concern: | have known Lisa for well over twelve years, first asa Literacy ‘Support Specialist and then as an Instructional Support Teacher at Newfield Elementary School. Lisa's background as an elementary classroom teacher, reading teacher and literacy specialist makes her a tremendous asset to Stamford Public Schools. Lisa isa role model for teachers who are dedicated to making Lisa combines her knowledge as an elementary classroom teacher and a trained Reading Specialist with Readers and Writers Workshop training to provide students with literacy rich SPPortunities and motivating materials. Lisa is an admired Literacy Specialist throughout the district. she adds to her literacy tool-box ways to improve language skills of a wide range of students, from kindergartners to fifth graders, She also helps teachers develop lessons and strategies for remedial students to become able readers. Lisa provides professional development in a multitude of reading and writing strategies for administrators and teachers throughout the Stamford Public School district. Mrs. Cody is a person of high integrity. She always puts the students in her building first. In all of my years working closely with Lisa, she always examines literacy issues from the point of view of what Is best for students and their families. highly recommend Lisa Cody. She has a track record of success and is a Proven instructional leader. Sincerely, isa Arfistrong, PhD Stamford Public Schools Curriculum Associate for Elementary Literacy