Arendell Parrot Academy


MITZI MOYE
HIGH SCHOOL ADVISING

  

 

Tips for Recommendations

  

 Guidance Counselor:  Nancy Bower  

  

  Advisor:  Mitzi Moye

  

  SAT/CEEB Code:  342067

  

Template for Activity Sheet 

 

 Want to learn more about HEALTH CAREERS? Visit this site and you will find career descriptions, educational requirements and even a short video!  Sponsored by NC AHEC.

  

  College Planning Websites

  

  Visiting colleges?

  

  For Parents: Change and the College Process

  

  Books for Parents

  

  College Foundation of North Carolina

  

  

  

Any student who plans to compete athletically at the college level must register with the NCAA.

This is the link to all info for college bound student athlete.

This registration is typically done in the Junior year. Look to the site for specific guidelines.

  

  

  

  Tips for Recommendations:

Choosing a recommender – who should I ask?

 

Make sure that you read the directions carefully – sometimes it will specify a certain subject teacher or someone who has known you for over a year.

 

Think of people who can share personal experience of having you in their classroom, working with you on a project, coaching you, serving as your advisor on a team, or even volunteering with you.

You should request recommendations as early as possible – now.

When you ask someone, you should provide them with a file folder that includes:

1.         a description of the program or school to which you are applying

2.         a form if there is one they have to use for the reference

3.         a list of your activities or copy of your activity sheet

4.         a note that states anything you would like for them to emphasize (this may differ for   different people so that your recommendations compliment each other)

5.         a white business size envelope –on the front type or print neatly

Reference for ---your name

 

On the outside of the folder, put your name on the tab.

 

On the front of the folder, write the DATE YOU NEED the recommendation (I would suggest that you ask for it a few days before it is due to us…)

 

Offer to come by and pick up the recommendation or it can be given to Mrs. Bower. Ask what they prefer.

 

It is YOUR job to follow up that the recommendation has been delivered on time.

 

For outside references (non APA), you may need to go by the person’s home or office to pick up.

After the recommendation is done…

 

ALWAYS follow up with a handwritten “thank you note” to the person providing the reference. This is a courtesy to show them that you appreciate their time and effort to help you reach your goals. References take time – they are a “gift” to you and should be treated as such.

Application tips:

 

Begin your application EARLY so you can get help if you need it.

 

Run a Xerox copy to use as your working copy before you write on the application.

 

Neatness counts!

 I am happy to look over your essay if you get it to me early.