Middle School Teacher Recommendation Form

Middle School Teacher Recommendation Form

(6th-8th grades)
Name of Applicant*
Applying for: *
School Year*
Parent/Guardian Email Address:*
example@example.com
To the teacher:

Your thoughtful evaluation of this applicant, based on your reflections of current/previous experiences, will assist our Admissions Committee in considering them for enrollment.

The applicant's parent/guardian will receive a simple email that confirms you have submitted this recommendation form; the information provided will be kept in strictest confidence and will not be shared, directly or indirectly, with the applicant’s family.
Teacher's Name*
Title/Position*
School*
Preferred Email Address*
example@example.com
Preferred Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
How long have you known the applicant?*
If applicable to your position, briefly describe the math curriculum and the text(s) you use in class:
What courses/level do you recommend for the applicant next year?
If applicable to your position, briefly describe the reading/writing curriculum and the text(s) you use in class:
Compared to other students in the applicant’s class, please rate them in the following areas:

Academic Attributes*

	Top 5%	Excellent	Above Average	Average	Below Average	No Basis for Judgement
Academic achievement
Academic potential
Self motivation, effort
Study habits, organization
Ability to work in a group
Attention, concentration
Engagement/participation in class discussion
Ability to seek help when needed
Intellectual curiosity
Writing ability
Reading comprehension

Please include additional comments for areas that are below average:

Personal Attributes*

	Top 5%	Excellent	Above Average	Average	Below Average	No Basis for Judgement
Self-confidence
Respect for others
Sense of humor
Honesty and integrity
Emotional stability
Leadership Skills
Willingness to take risks

Please include additional comments for areas that are below average:
If English is not the applicant's primary language, please share if they are proficient in English and/or if they are currently receiving support:
Please select all the words that describe the applicant.*

ConfidentAnxiousPassiveWell-likedCuriousCreativePositive influenceFollowerHonestHelpfulIrritableManipulativeShyPerfectionistOrganizedAssertiveSocialResponsibleDistractibleSensitiveSelf-disciplinedMotivatedOver-protectedArticulateConscientiousDistractingDisobedientNegative influenceSelf-centeredEasily discouragedEnergeticOther
Please list the applicant’s academic strengths and weaknesses (effort, curiosity, motivation, achievement, homework preparation):*
Please describe the applicant’s character (leadership, honesty, responsibility, concern for others, sense of humor):*
We know that teachers form unique connections with their students and aim to foster and support their individual passions. Please feel free to share any special talents, characteristics or interests of this applicant that you would like to highlight:*
Please describe the parent(s)/guardian(s) expectations toward the applicant:*
How would you compare the academic achievement of the applicant to that of other students you have observed?*

SuperiorGoodAverageBelow Average
How would you compare the personal qualities of the applicant to that of other students you have observed?*

SuperiorGoodAverageBelow Average
Is the family cooperative and involved in the school?*

Exceptionally cooperativeGenerally cooperativeRarely cooperativeRather disinterested
Would you be willing to discuss this applicant by phone or email if we have further questions?*

Yes, by using the phone number listed above.Yes, by using the email listed above.No
Is there information about this applicant that would be better communicated by phone or email?*

Yes, by using the phone number listed above.Yes, by using the email listed above.No
Signature*

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