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IBM <br />June 7, 2016 <br />To Whom It May Concern: <br />Salk Middle School <br />11570 Highland Road <br />Elk River, Minnesota 55330 <br />763.241.3455 <br />Fax: 763.241.3456 <br />www.elkriver.k12.mn.us/srns <br />I am writing with the highest regard for the work of Salk Middle School 8th grade student Charles Osugo and recommend that you consider <br />him as a member of the Energy City & Sustainability Youth Committee. Charles has been enrolled at Salk for the past three years. As the <br />principal at Salk Middle School, I have the distinct honor of interacting with hundreds of students on a daily basis. Charles, in particular, <br />stands out as one of our brightest stars academically, personally and professionally. <br />Charles is passionate about many things. He makes these passions known to others around him and is intentional about presenting his ideas <br />to key decision makers. Charles functions under the belief that he can have a profound impact on the world around him and then takes the <br />steps necessary to make this occur. In particular, Charles has been instrumental in helping our school develop a Lego Robotics Team and <br />establishing the HUSH (Helping U Seek Help) Student Organization. Charles is academically astute and uses his abilities to the fullest <br />potential when applying himself to his academic work. He has routinely placed at high levels in the Science Fair and History Day <br />competitions and has consistently been on the "A" Honor Roll. <br />Charles has demonstrated his strong ability to work in teams both in the classroom and in appointed areas such at the President of the <br />National Honor Society, Charles is articulate and can be strong in his convictions, however has built solid skills in his ability to listen to <br />other's perspectives and takes these into account. He is able to look at situations from multiple perspectives and consider others' <br />viewpoints. Charles has been a member of the Salk Principal's Cabinet. In this forum students are able to share their ideas and insight with <br />me as a means to be a sounding board for the student voice. Charles always expresses the desires of the student body in a respectful <br />manner. He also respects the views of the underclassman on the Cabinet. <br />Although detailed organization is not always a strength for Charles, he always finds the means to function in an acceptable manner that will <br />allow him to find success in anything he pursues. His dedication to a cause will often offset his slight lack of oversight to minute <br />details. However, this small factor should not deter you in considering Charles to be a part of this committee. <br />Charles is someone that will have a profound and lasting impact on his community and the world around him. He truly is second to none and <br />is a youth voice that should be included in this very important discussion. If you have further questions of me regarding Mr. Osugo I would <br />be delighted to speak with you further. I can be reached at 763-241-3458. <br />Sincerely, <br />J� r <br />Julie Athman, <br />Principal <br />