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May. 1, 2018 To Whom it May Concern, This letter of recommendation is to support the ALBI summer program in partnership with Delhi Center. My daughter, Chanelle Marie and son, Kenneth Nathan Rodriguez were introduced to Active Learning programs back in 2016 for their partnership with the Delhi Center and their summer arts programming. Since the first day of program, my children were enthusiastic to return daily and were so sad when the program has ended. Each year we look forward to enrolling our children in these programs. Last year, when ALBI received funding to provide enrichment programs after school hours and during the winter break, I was the first to enroll my children in their arts infused camps, My children were overjoyed with excitement in multi -disciplinary arts activities and to perform at each culminating event. My son even won a place in the ALBI dance team and was able to perform in several community events throughout Santa Ana. Each year their culminating shows grow in audience members and ALBI continues on its efforts to bring families together to participate in all aspects of the shows. Parents help with prop design, or ALBI puts together family style dinners after the show. These experiences have not only brought our family closer together, but has really made me realize the talents my children and their friends have. To see my own children express themselves with such passion and enthusiasm has really impacted how I feel about the arts in our community. Having my children in the ALBI programs has opened up my families love for the arts in drawing, writing, singing, dancing and acting and opportunity to continue educating them. Due to several barriers, prior to being a part of ALBI's programs, we lacked the opportunities for art education. However, since we have actively been participating in ALBI's programs, as a family we are gaining more appreciation for the arts, able to be a part of strong community messages through the arts and finding more time to spend together through artistic activities. A few of the most memorable times are at the culminating shows both my children have performed at. This includes end of the summer Delhi camp performances, ALBI Peter Pan performance, Winter Dance camp performance and Party in the Park 5 at Memorial Park. The memories will last a lifetime. I never knew how talented both my children were and how the arts has impacted their ambitions and goals has inspired me as a parent. I give the highest recommendation for ALBI programs in support of meaningful arts education in Santa Ana. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Sincerely, Ivette Rodrigue2' Phone: 714.955.8572