High School Teacher Recommendations - Timing and Process

Sakacar3
Thu, 26 Jun 2014 16:18:52 +0000

Generally speaking, you “invite” recommenders. Be sure to ask first, before they get an email. :)

I don’t think many teachers write recommendations over the summer. (I personally do not, as I want to write as detailed a rec as possible, and that typically references senior year progress.) If the teacher has left the school, or you will have little to no contact during senior year, ask as early as possible. Deliver a complete resume, write a cover letter and/or sit down with that teacher and discuss where you’re applying, when and why.

This information lets the teacher write the best rec possible. If you plan on asking a senior year teacher, make it clear from day 1, so the teacher can look for positive things to write.