Teri Gilbert
29775 Funk Road
Calhan, CO 80808
719-510-8998
February 24, 2015
To Whom It May Concern:
I have known Stephen Heitman in a variety of capacities over the past 8 years as school staff,
parent, and community member. Therefore, it is with great pleasure that I write this letter of
reference for him.
Stephen Heitman has a number of strengths that make him a good candidate for any position he
is seeking. As a student, he completed his work as assigned while showing respect to his
teachers and classmates. As an athlete, Stephen stepped up to any challenge he or his team would
face. He is an active participant in school activities, supporting both his classmates and his team.
Stephen is also my teacher’s aide. He is helpful and finishes any task I assign in a timely matter.
In the community, Stephen is involved with rodeo. He not only volunteers for the Pikes Peak or
Bust Rodeo which raises monies for local military families, he and his friend successfully
organized and ran a benefit rodeo to raise monies for two local families who suffered in
traumatic automobile accidents. Again, he accomplishes any task assigned in a timely manner
with respect to those he is working with. Often, when Stephen isn’t busy with work for the Pikes
Peak or Bust rodeo committee he is on, he will check to see if there is anything he can do for me.
Stephen is creative, has a great sense of humor, and has the ability to accomplish anything he
sets his mind to.
I have had the opportunity to watch Stephen Heitman grow and mature, and would recommend
him for any endeavor he chooses to pursue. I believe he will be a positive addition to your
organization. If further information is needed, please feel free to contact me at 719-510-8998 or
by email at tgilbert@ellicottschools.org
Sincerely,
Teri Gilbert
Special Education Teacher
Ellicott High School