How do I handle teacher recommendation letters?

By now you should have already thought about whom you would like to ask and if you have not already asked them, now is the time. An academic teacher from the junior or senior year of high school who knows you well and can speak to your strengths, weaknesses and the qualities that differentiate you from the other students in the classroom should write the recommendation. If you have special talents that you wish to be considered in the admissions process, a letter from, for example, a music teacher or debate coach is also helpful.

You should have two teacher recommendations for most colleges, unless they state otherwise. Make sure your senior information sheet is uploaded into Naviance for the teachers to view. Many teachers plan to do their recommendations electronically through Naviance. Those who do not will need envelopes addressed to the schools to which you plan to apply. You must check with each teacher as to his or her process so you can be prepared. Remember to write a thank you note to them as well for taking the time to write your recommendation.