Heard-Mixon Elementary School 14110 Highway 36 Covington, GA 30014 Office ~ 770-784-2980 Fax 7707842984 Marita Wilkins ~ Principal Angelia Cameron Assistant @rincipal “Where a Dream Becomes Reality” February 24, 2016 ‘To Whom It May Concern: Its with great honor, and a measure of sadness, that I write this letter of reference for Corey Barnwell. have had the sincere pleasure of serving as Ms. Bamwell’s administrator for the past seven years, During this time, she has served as a highly effectively certified teacher at Heard-Mixon Elementary School. She is a huge asset to our school, and her departure will ereate a great loss. Ms. Barnwell is a highly motivated and dedicated educator. She has a natural al from diverse backgrounds and experiences. It doesn’t matter if her students are in RTI, SST, Gifted, has a 504 or an IEP, she becomes totally invested in each child who walks through her door. She truly believes and expects that her students can, and will, learn, Each time I enter Ms, Bamwell’s class, I'm privileged to see her students authentically engaged in rigorous and relevant learning through the use of multiple Research Based Instructional Strategies. The level of excitement they display is a sight to behold, Ms. Bamwell has the ability to get students who have doubts, about their academic performances to embrace school with a newfound eagerness, After receiving instruction from her, these once apprehensive students often meet and/or exceed standards on state assessments! In addition to providing -mplary instruction, Ms, Barnwell is actively involved in all professional learning opportunities 221° century educator who keeps abreast of best practices and readily embraces new initiatives and technology. Her commitment to working collaboratively with her colleagues in finding creative ways to engage in more effective teaching has eared her their highest. esteem, She shares her knowledge, resources, and ideas in many capacities. She serves on the School Leadership Team, Curriculum Committee, Technology Team, and as Grade Level Chair. As you seek great educators to serve your school community, please know that Ms, Barnwell will be a valuable addition to your school. I have found her to be an intelligent, dedicated and loyal employee. ‘You may contact me at any time regarding my knowledge of Ms. Barnwell’s work. Educationally, : Marguk Wither Marquita Wilkins Principal