To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to recommend Emma Sorensen as a teacher in your district.

I have been her advisor and professor at Drake University School of Education for the past four years. She has also been active in the education honor society, for which I am chapter counselor. Emma is engaged, has a drive to understand, and cares deeply for the well being of children. She is an energetic, intelligent, caring young woman who will be a great team member. Emma has been prepared strongly in literacy, early childhood, and early childhood special education. She has had experiences with children as part of her Drake program for the past four years, as well as outside the program in work experiences. I dont think you could find a better prepared first year teacher. Dont pass up the opportunity to hire her. Sincerely,

Catherine Wilson Gillespie, Ph.D. Mary Collier Baker Professor and Co-Chair of Teaching and Learning Drake University School of Education