DeWitt Public Schools
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March 21, 2016
‘To Whom It May Concern,
Itis my pleasure to write a letter of recommendation for Sarah Arent who is currently an intern at
David Scott Elementary in the DeWitt Public School District. Ms. Arent teaches 3rd grade
students in all content areas. Ms. Arent uses various instructional practices including direct
instruction and small group differentiated instruction to engage students cognitive
demand while stil capitalizing on their learning needs. Ms. Arent also scaffolds her lessons for
all learners and uses technology such as a document camera and interactive whiteboard to
‘enhance instruction and leaming. To offer additional opportunities for instructional support, Ms.
Arent also started an after school Math Club to help her students succeed.
Throughout the year, Ms. Arent has participated in professional development and has grown her
repertoire of skills in explicit instruction, the use of Atlas, Illuminate data entry and analysis,
teacher-partner meetings to analyze DIBELS benchmark and progress monitoring data,
M-STEP awareness and administration, and the teacher evaluation process. Ms. Arent has
also become skilled in the implementation of Scott School's Positive Behavioral Interventions
and Supports (PBIS) system. In addition, she has learned about Multi-Tiered Systems of
Support (MTSS) through the DeWitt's adoption of this extension of Michigan's Integrated
Behavior and Learning Support Initiative (MiBLSi) that Scott Schoo! has participated in for
several years.
Itis clear through the various instructional roles Ms. Arent has assumed that she is prepared for
a classroom of her own. Aside from being classroom and instructional ready, she possesses
intangible skils that districts are looking for in a teacher. She is a collaborative educator who
‘works well with others. She is friendly and compassionate to students, families, and colleagues
alike. She is punctual, prepared, and never shies away from challenges or being involved in
school programs and initiatives. Her mentor teacher has described her as being “excellent”
which speaks volumes from someone who works side by side with her daily. Based on all of the
professional and personal qualities Ms. Arent possesses, itis my pleasure to recommend her
for an elementary teaching position. If further information is desired, please don't hesitate to
contact me at 517-668-3450.
Sincerely,
Reha
Linda J. Reha’
Principal, David Scott Elementary
Dewitt Public Schools are preparing students today for the challenges and opportunities of2 global society.