SOUTH CANTON SCHOLARS a | Kara Busboom ‘South Canton Scholars +3085 Canton Center Rd Canton, Mi48197 (989-233-1239 karaseggers@gmailcom March 11,2017 ‘To whom it may concern: Ieismy absolute pleasure to recommend Katy Stekiac asa musi teacher and band director at your ‘school [have had the honor of working closely with Katy for the past 3 years. We work together on the “Specials” team at South Canton Scholars, which Katy has been the team lead of forthe past ‘year. Katy has been an invaluable asset to our team and our school because of her dedication tothe ‘music program, innovative teaching strategies, attention to detal, and hardworking sprit Katy’s knowledge and expertise in music has been a huge advantage to our schools music program. Katy has ahigh retention rate in band due inno small part to her passion for the subject Her ability ta inspire her students is clear when you hear them perform. When attending her 5%-8% grade band concerts, you are easily able to hear the immense amount of growth her students make each year. Katy continues to inspire her students with field trips and participation ina variety of competitions. She also takes time to bulld relationships with her students outside of school hours by hosting game nights at venues in our community, posting their accomplishments on our schoo!’ social media age, andy leading stent travel experiences that alow our student to gettolmow anther sde Katy hasan incredibly demanding position at South Canton Scholars, where she balances Elementary musi with Middle School Band for students in Young 5's through 8 grade. Her ability tojump right in and take on this challenge asa firstyear teacher proved to me that Katy is not afraid of adversity. She continualy reflected on her performance and sought out education in areas she knew she could improve in, a true demonstration ofa teacher with a growth mindset. In her third year, our music program thrives, students love being inher classroom, and her energy is not ‘waning in the least Katy and I have gotten to know each other in both a professional and personal capacity. One of my favorite things about Katy is her ability to inject fun into any situation, When traveling together ‘with Katy as co-teacher leaders on a trip to Greece with our students, Katy brought joy into the dullest moments of travel, managed to provide care tothe students, and evoke trust from their parents. ‘Without a doubt! confidently recommend Katy Stekiac asa teacher in your school district. Please feel free to contact me at 999-233-1239 should you lke to discuss Katy's qualifications and experience further. be happy to expand on my recommendation. Sincerely, LAA Prochom—— Kara Busboom ‘© 9085 5. CANTON CENTER RD. # CANTON, MI 48188 {© 734398 5658 OFFICE © 734 647 3077 FAX. © SOUTHCANTONSCHOLARSCHARTERACADEMY.ORG.