Oakridge Academy Teacher Recommendation Form

This form is designed to provide Oakridge Academy with a candid and comprehensive assessment of the applicant’s academic and social-emotional readiness. We ask that teachers complete the form thoughtfully and honestly, as it plays an important role in determining school fit. All responses will remain confidential and will not be shared with the applicant’s family.

⭐ About Oakridge (Please Read Before Completing)
Oakridge Academy is a small, learner-driven program designed for advanced learners and students who tend to learn quickly, think deeply, and engage with curiosity. We are looking for students who demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, independence, and adaptability. We value these qualities just as much as academic readiness.

👉 Please keep these qualities in mind as you complete the ratings and responses below.

A confirmation email will be sent upon submission. Please ensure the form is completed using an official school-based email address, as personal email addresses will not be accepted.

Date*

Date

School Name*

Teacher*

First NameLast Name

Teacher Email (school issued email only)*

example@example.com

Student Name*

First NameLast Name

Transitional Kindergarten (Reinforcing Pre-Kindergarten Skills)Kindergarten1st Grade2nd Grade

Preferred Name (if applicable)*

Academic readiness*

1 is , 5 is

Ability to work independently*

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Follows directions*

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Social-emotional development*

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Peer interactions*

1 is , 5 is

Emotional regulation*

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Creativity & Curiosity*

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What are the student’s strengths?*

What challenges, if any, have you observed?*

Do you feel this student would thrive in a non-traditional, learner-driven environment with minimal prompting and self-directed learning? Why or why not? Please describe how this student approaches learning tasks that require independence, initiative, and self-regulation. *

Is there anything else you’d like us to know about this student?*

Teacher Signature*

Please type your full legal name*

Date of Signature:*

Date

Teacher Recommendation Form

✦ Academic & Social-Emotional Readiness ✦

✦ Getting to Know the Learner ✦

✦ Teacher Signature✦