Enrique Baloyra is a dedicated mathematics teacher who has an unmatched dedication to his students. He tutors students before and after school to help them master mathematics concepts. Under his teaching, the school has seen the highest passing rates in the region on standardized exams, with over 90% of his students passing each year while he has only missed one day of work in seven years. He is also politically and socially aware, engaging students in discussions about current events and their impact. Furthermore, he is a strong supporter of the school's International Baccalaureate program, creating rigorous yet open-ended lessons that require students to think critically.

1. October 31, 2015
To Whom It May Concern:
On rare occasions, I have the opportunity to write a letter of recommendation that excites me.
This is one of those occasions. Enrique Baloyra is a dynamic, intelligent person. His dedication
to teaching mathematics to students is unmatched in our school. The numbers speak for
themselves: the highest number of students passing the Algebra 1 End-of-Year (EOC) exam in
the region and a yearly rate of over 90% of his students passing the EOC—all this while missing
just one day of work in seven years. He is at school early to tutor children, and he stays after
school to help students master mathematics concepts. In short, he is truly dedicated to educating
today’s youth.
He is also socially and politically astute. Each morning of the school day, we discuss the socio-
political topics of the day: global warming, environmental degradation, tax reform, natural
resources, and employability. Humanitarian best describes Enrique. Oftentimes, these
discussions take place in the context of future situations and opportunities for our students and
future generations of middle school students.
Enrique is also a consistent supporter and contributor to our school’s International Baccalaureate
(IB) program. His IB lessons are rigorous yet open-ended, requiring students to apply the
requisite skills to solve problems and justify their processes. He supports the IB Learner Profile,
whereby students are encouraged to become inquirers, balanced, open-minded, and caring.
Going to work at North Miami Middle School is a pleasure when I am surrounded by such
colleagues as Enrique.
Sincerely,
Dr. Clifton W. Hamilton
IB Coordinator, North Miami Middle School, N. Miami, FL
Adjunct Professor, Methods of Research, Barry University, Miami Shores, FL
(305) 542-5830
drhamilton@dadeschools.net
chamilton@barry.edu