Teacher Rec's- asking for essays, scores etc

Northstarmom
Mon, 03 Oct 2005 21:57:52 +0000

I don’t think that you have any reason to be paranoid. Sounds like the teacher wants to write the best recc possible, therefore wants the supporting info. As a former prof who used to write essays for students whom I knew well and also liked a lot, I know how the supporting information can be very helpful. No matter how much a teacher likes or knows a student, the teacher may not remember all of the specific info about a student that makes a recommendation stand out.

Be glad that the teacher cares enough to ask for the info. In fact, I suggest that your D should routinely give that info to people providing recommendations. It also can be helpful to provide copies of excellent tests or papers done for the teacher’s class.