April 25th, 2017

To Whom It May Concern:

Ive had the pleasure of knowing Mrs. Jody Lazarski since 2010 and for many of
the formative years of my life. When I met Mrs. Lazarski, it was her first year teaching at
my high school, and I did not know what to expect from this course, especially during the
upcoming time of transition in my life. I walked into a classroom to find a friendly face
that would help to open my mind to the possibilities in the field of media and
communications.
Mrs. Lazarskis class proved to be both challenging and rewarding. After taking
one elective with her, I opted to continue and take a total of four classes under her
supervision. With the help of Mrs. Lazarski, I learned something new everyday. She
taught my classmates and me techniques in the pre-production, production, and
postproduction phases of the industry. We learned media aesthetics, editing, and
broadcast techniques. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of media
and communications, and wants to share it with every student she teaches. In her
classroom, there is never a student left behind as Mrs. Lazarski accommodates each
students unique learning style. Further, she prioritizes the needs of her students, both
before and after school, while balancing her life with two children of her own.
Mrs. Lazarski goes above and beyond to ensure each student does his or her best
work. From my experience with Mrs. Lazarksi, she took the initiative to form a Film
Club, and introduce me, and many other students, to media opportunities in our
community. It was through Mrs. Lazarskis dedication and passion to her students that in
2011, she introduced me to a cable access organization in New Jersey that I still volunteer
with today. Without the help of Mrs. Lazarski, I would not be enrolled as a student of
Media and Communication at a private university. The skills she taught me in the
classroom have prepared me to succeed at the college level, and even in my recent
internships.
Mrs. Lazarskis dedication and passion did not stop once I graduated high school.
She has been a resourceful network, and often emails me open internship opportunities
that match my career goals and skill set. It is clear that without her influence and
dedication to her students, I would not be where I am today.
I know that Mrs. Jody Lazarski would be of utmost value to any team. Thus, it is
with great confidence that I recommend her as a passionate, dedicated teacher and media
professional.

Sincerely,

Alycia Monaco
The Catholic University of America
School of Media and Communication
Class of 2018