April 26, 2016 Tam privileged to write in support of my colleague, Ryan Franke. It is, with great enthusiasm that I write this letter of support for a position as a classroom teacher. Ryan has worked as a classroom teacher at Ginter Park for the past two years. As a second year teacher, she has demonstrated a n. She strives to help strong willingness to learn and grow in her profes each student achieve. She understands that learning isn’t isolated and strong relationships with administration, parents and colleagues are vital to helping her students succeed, tis clear that the classroom is a natural place for Ryan. She shows ‘compassion and empathy to her students while making sure they reach en, direct and focused. She is adept at using PALS for screening, so using the PALS Quick Checks to monitor progress and adjustcollaborative teaching with Title 1, and adjusted small group lessons. Her willingness to learn and improve is a strength for Ryan. Asa Title 1 reading teacher, I have had numerous opportunities to watch her grow and develop into a competent teacher in the classroom. It hhas been a pleasure to work with her and watch her grow these past two Years. Her positive attitude and determination has made her a great addition ‘to the Ginter Park community and to the teaching profession. Clin Coders Robin Claiborne, M.Ed Title 1 Reading Specialist Ginter Park Elementary School Richmond City Public SchoolsFebruary 28, 2016 To Whom It May Concern: | am pleased to provide this letter of reference for Ryan Franke. Ihave had the pleasure of working with Miss Franke since August of 2014. We currently teach first grade at Ginter Park Elementary School in Richmond, Virginia. Asa first grade teacher, Miss Franke is responsible for teaching language arts, mathematics, science, and social science. She is highly capable of meeting the needs of her students. From the beginning, Miss Franke responded to the demands of teaching at a Title school. She provides differentiated instruction on a daily basis. She regularly assesses her students and responds to their needs. She keeps organized records of ent progress. She is constantly reflecting on her instructional practices and meeting with colleagues to discuss best practices. Her students’ parents can count on her to communicate with them regularly. Ryan Franke will be a great addition to any school in any school system. She is cliable, dedicated, and competent. If you have any questions about Miss Franke, please feel free to contact me directly at (757)617-5568 or by email at chris.lenassi@gmail.com, Sincerely,February 25, 2016 ‘To whomever it may concern: Thave had the great pleasure of working for the past two years with Ryan Franke in her capacity as first grade teacher at Ginter Park Elementary here in Richmond, She is truly one of the best. When I think of Ryan, the first thing that comes to mind is her determination. That and hher compassionate attention in getting the material across to each and every child. Most first graders everywhere love their teacher, but some teachers connect more with their students than others and Ryan's connection is deep and special, For her teaching is a very personal thing, in many senses. ‘Teaching at Ginter Park Elementary, an inner-Richmond school, is an especially tough gig right now. We have been in a "school improvement” plan under mandate- for three years now. Hopetully this will be our last year. Our scores have improved dramatically ‘both years--best improvement in the city--but it seems that once a school is under the mandate you get all the way to the decreed goal line "or else." Even our most experienced 1nd excellent teachers are feeling enormous pressure and stress from wave after Wave of increased expectations and new initiatives. But if you want someone with qualities of a ‘Navy Seal, best to get someone who has been through the Navy Seal experience With Ryan Franke you would be getting an excellent skilled teacher, still at the beginning of her career, but through the initial "total immersion” years that tip up and discourage so many. She has stood the test and come out ready to go ~ and to lead.