• LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

  • School Counselor Letters...

    • Provide information about the school and community
    • Provide context about the student within the school community
    • Provide context about the student within the counselor's professional experience
    • Highlight students’ achievements inside and outside the classroom

     

  • ... vs. Teacher Letters

    • Provide information about the course content
    • Provide specific information about the student’s academic strengths (and weaknesses)
    • Provide context about the student within the classroom
    • Provide context about the student within the teacher's professional experience
    • Do not need to highlight outside-the-classroom achievements unless the teacher also serves as an advisor
Last Modified on October 30, 2023