OP here. Thanks PP, this is helpful. Previously, I spoke with the teacher who requested some facts about DC but I was under the impression that teachers could only provide a ranking. It didn’t occur until later to ask. Now, this makes sense.

Anonymous wrote:So, the teacher is able to write a narrative? They write like a page for each kid? I had heard it was not extensive for the teachers.

Anyone know what the form the teachers fill out looks like?

I saw the form two years ago and my memory is that the teachers have about a paragraph-worth of space for narrative about each kid.

I agree with the other poster about asking the teacher what would be useful.

OP why not have the student ask the teacher what information might best help them write a letter of rec? I actually don’t like when kids assume I want a list of activities or whatever. I’d rather they ask what I need for a recommendation.

So, the teacher is able to write a narrative? They write like a page for each kid? I had heard it was not extensive for the teachers.

Anyone know what the form the teachers fill out looks like?

All of the above

I'm trying to determine what information my 8th grader should provide to their teacher when requesting a recommendation for the Walls application. How detailed should it be? For example, should we include a list of all their activities, or is there no space for narrative on the teacher recommendation form?

Are teachers given specific questions to answer, such as ranking criteria, multiple-choice options, or open-ended questions?

Thanks!