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Jockson Middle School r 1004 Montrose Avenue, 5.E., Roonoke, Virginio 24013

Consuela Stokley3338 Circle Brook Apt LRoanoke, Ya.240LB

January 15,2016

Michael Gilmore515 25th Street, Apt. IRoanoke, Virginia 24014

To Whom It May Concern:

I strongly recommend my colleague, Michael Gilmore, for employment. I have had thepleasure of working alongside him for two years at Stonewall Jackson Middle School.

I have had the opportunity to observe Mr. Gilmore's professional skills as well as

interpersonal style. He is consistently pleasant, and takes on all assignments withenthusiasm and dedication. He is fair and consistent with all students and has a greatrapport with his students.

Mr. Gilmore is passionate about his work. He believes all students can achieve and heputs forth effort that is required to meet the needs of his students. His diligence andmotivation to see his students succeed have allowed us to "think outside the box" when itcomes to discipline of some of our students we have in common.

As a team player, Mr. Gilmore has shared his passion with his 6ft grade team members.He believes students should be challenged and as a result has for the proper placement ofstudents in Honors classes as appropriate. He is positive and encouraging and gives agreat deal ofthought to his role as a teacher.

Regardless of deadlines or other pressure, Mr. Gilmore always delivers. His superiororganizational skills make him the consummate multi-tasker. Mr. Gilmore performs hisduties in a professional manner, and he is respected by his students as well as parents andcolleagues.

While I will surely miss working with Mr. Gilmore on the 6th grade hall, I recommendhim to you without reservation. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitateto contact me.

Sincerely,

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