205 West Olive Avenue, Merced CA 95348

Merced High School

(209) 385-6465

-Established 1895Home of Scholars and Champions

April 28, 2015

To Whom It May Concern:
Re: Adrian Saenz
I have known this student since August, 2011 when he began my Beginning Theatre Arts course.
I am a Theatre Arts instructor at Merced and Golden Valley High Schools, and Adrian is one of my Production
and Direction students; this is his 4th year in the program. Adrian is very conscientious and is even serving as my
stage manager for The Wiz this quarter. I have enjoyed working with Adrian, and he is always working above and
beyond what is expected or required of him to get projects finished.
Adrian has spent this year as a director of his peers, writing and directing 1 show, performing in another, and
directing his spring project.
In addition to his school work, Adrian is active in the theatre program and participates fully in the productions we
have. Adrian has held a lead role in Its A Wonderful Life, and has worked as a technician behind the scenes. I
have not witnessed any attitude from him, despite where he was cast or what crew he was placed on. Adrian is
willing to do any task I give him, and is one of the first to ask for something to do when he is finished with his
tasks.
I think this young man would be a great asset to any program and/or college that is fortunate enough to accept
him.
If you have further questions, please feel free to contact me at work at jransom@muhsd.k12.ca.us.
Thank you,

Julie Ransom, Ma.Ed, Theatre Arts Instructor, Merced and Golden Valley High Schools

Every Bear Counts

205 West Olive Avenue, Merced CA 95348

Merced High School

(209) 385-6465

-Established 1895Home of Scholars and Champions

Every Bear Counts