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Case Study: A Letter To Mrs. Marilee Applebee

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It is with great pleasure that I write this letter of recommendation on behalf of Mrs. Marilee Applebee for inclusion in the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s Teacher Fellowship Program. I have no doubt of her ability to effectively perpetuate, promote, and deliver high quality Holocaust education.

As I reflect upon the goals of the Museum Fellowship Program, it becomes abundantly clear that Marilee Applebee is a perfect fit. Her passion for Holocaust education is palpable daily. Passion has become a term that is oftentimes overused marginalizing its intended meaning; however, in Mrs. Applebee’s case, its connotation includes a purposeful commitment, sincere desire, and a core focus to ensure students have an opportunity to experience
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