To Whom It May Concern: This letter is my professional recommendation for Ms. Kari Sparks. Ms.

Sparks paraeducator for Wheeling Elementary in our Affective Needs program. I found her to be consistently pleasant, tackling all assignments and challenges with dedication and a smile. Ms. Sparks is a take-charge person who is able to present creative ideas and communicate the benefits. She successfully improved instruction for the students she worked with and will continue to do so in any path in education. Because of her willingness to learn and take on new challenges, Ms. Sparks would be a great asset to any educational program that she is accepted to. Throughout her time at Wheeling, Ms. Sparks has learned many classroom behavior strategies, time management and organization which a teacher must have in order to be successful. Ms. Sparks contributed many creative ideas within the classroom to enhance the instruction. No doubt that Ms. Sparks will give 100% to any educational program she is accepted to. It is without hesitation that I recommend Ms. Kari Sparks for your educational program. She is a team player and would make a great asset to any school organization. Sincerely,

Jennifer M. Dichter Principal, Sable Elementary