Teacher Recommendation

The teacher recommendation must be completed online by a teacher who has taught the applicant an academic subject, for example, English, foreign language, math, science, or social studies.  The applicant provides a name and email address, and an email invitation is sent to the recommender, who must then submit the form online by the application deadline.  The following questions are asked on the teacher recommendation:

• Compared to other college-bound students you have worked with, how do you rate the applicant (below average, average, above average, very good, extraordinary) in terms of: leadership, academic achievement, intellectual promise, quality of writing, creative, original thought, productive class discussion, respect accorded by faculty, disciplined work habits, maturity, motivation, integrity, reaction to setbacks, concern for others, self-confidence, initiative, independence, and overall.

• How long have you known the applicant and in what context?

• List the academic courses that you have taught the applicant, noting for each the grade level (9th, 10th, 11th, 12th) and the level of course difficulty (AP, honors, IB, elective, etc.).

• Do you think the applicant is ready to succeed at college? Please provide an assessment of the applicant's academic preparation for college. Please explain any areas of concern.

• Why do you believe the applicant is a good candidate for the Act Six initiative?  Highlight what you think is most compelling about the applicant.

• Describe a specific situation when the applicant stood out or impressed you. What was the challenge encountered and how did the applicant respond?