May 1, 2017

To Whom it May Concern,

I have known Sydney Rae Bayaca for over 18 years, not only as my niece, but also as her Godfather
and at times as an acting daughter to my wife and I. Sydney is an intelligent, responsible, and reliable
young lady who demonstrates a pure selflessness for other. Throughout the years I have been able to
observe how infectious her positivity serves all who surround her. This would not only include family
and friends, but also peers and strangers whom she interacts with. She is a talented and versatile
young individual who has a sincere desire to please others while still maintaining her integrity and the
values that she has been raised upon.

As a toddler, Sydney has always showcased the ability to draw the attention of many with her ability to
easily connect with others. I can recall several times (at the young age of even 3 years old) Sydney
fearlessly communicating and exploring with others up to 7 times her age. Ironically, she never
attempted to outgrow her own age. Up until now she continues to be referred to as an old soul who
uniquely relates to all ages. Even as a preteen, Sydney was considered quiet and reserved. On the
contrary, what some may have considered as shy, Sydney has always been willing to listen carefully to
others first before wisely choosing how to respond. Now as a young adult, she continues to be a high
academic achieving student who consistently takes calculated risks to be actively involved in church,
performing arts, and other extracurricular student body activities that help develop her creative niche
which serving the interest of others.

Sydney also plays an active role in the relationship between her distant and immediate family. She
cherishes the value of family and respects the idea of commitment and loyalty to those who care for her
well being. She willingly watches her younger sister and assists her parents with daily responsibilities
around the house, while still managing her time to do well in school and hangout with peers. Similar to
her older cousins, she enjoys taking the responsibility of taking care of her younger cousins (my
children) when possible. Sydney easily troubleshoots minor issues with her younger relatives, and is
always determined to put her needs last when it comes to resolving more relevant and pressing issues
with her close family and friends.

I am very proud to call Sydney my Goddaughter, and I am very blessed and fortunately to have been
involved in her development as young woman since her birth. If your institution values a genuine
commitment to excellence, dedication, and honesty, please accept my highest recommendation for
Sydney.

Please feel free to contact me with any further questions regarding Sydney Rae Bayaca.

Respectfully,

Rodney Bayaca
M.A. in Education
40385 Jacob Way
Murrieta, CA 92563
951-660-8495