CLARENCE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT Administration 2oatd of fdvcaton Gentry M Hits, Ba, ‘Mayen loss ey aoe Mantlen Caling Michael Fuchs pope oe Richa Mancoso Tica Anciows oe Tames Bosal Kesin Overholt Toh gus at oe Demis ore Sin Pak, Meat Sock November 1, 2016 To Whom it May Concern: It is with great pleasure and support that I write this recommendation on behalf of Mr. John Mikulski who is, applying for the position of Alden Intermediate School Principal. | have had the distinct privilege of working with John for the past two and half years in the Clarence Central District and can say with great confidence that he is one of the most committed and innovative educators in the profession and would be an outstanding addition to your administrative team. He is without question one the top performing building administrators | currently know. | have witnessed Mr. Mikulski’s work in multiple capacities. As an Assistant Principal, he has been directly responsible for facilitating initiatives pertaining to instructional technology and administrative uses of technology in the Clarence Schoo! District. John has facilitated grade level curriculum team meetings and organized efforts to provide staff development that resulted in a greater common understanding of best instructional practices. Itis with this type of vision and perseverance that John strives to provide best practice and instruction to our teachers and students. Mr. Mikulski is always seeking out his own professional growth and ways in which he can share what he learns with others. Specifically, he attended the National Schoology Conference and upon his return immediately initiated a virtual professional learning community for teachers to collaborate and share best practices. His ability to connect with others while maintaining focus on student learning and achievement have benefited Clarence Middle School and the District at large. Mr. Mikulski is well respected by students, teachers, administrators and families. John has a reputation of accessibility, follow up, and follow through. His attention to detail and communication skills ensure valuable and timely support and service to our District stakeholders. | support Mr. Mikulski in his candidacy for this position without reservation. If I can be of any assistance in his, successful candidacy, please call me at (716) 407-9109 or email me at koverholt@clarenceschools.org. Kristin Overholt Director of Curriculum Clarence Central School District ‘9625 Man STREET ‘www dlarenceschools org,