Dear Educator,

A student has chosen you to complete a recommendation for their application to the Upward Bound program at the University of Minnesota Duluth. We believe this reflects the value they place on your guidance and the impact you’ve had on their education.

Upward Bound is a federally funded, four-year college access program for high school students who are low-income, potential first-generation college graduates, and motivated to pursue higher education.

Your perspective on this student’s attendance, academics, respect for others, commitment to finishing high school, and readiness for college is an essential part of their application. Please answer the questions candidly. If you feel you do not know the student well enough to provide a recommendation, they may give this form to another teacher or staff member.

Thank you for your commitment to supporting students.

Sincerely, 

Upward Bound

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Student's First Name *
Last Name *
Teacher / Staff Name *
Subject Taught / Role / Relation to Student *
What grade is the student currently earning in your class? *
What is the student's attendance for this grade period? *
Is the student performing at or near their full potential? *
How would you describe the quality of this student's class participation? *
How would you describe the timeliness of this student’s work habits? *
How well does this student get along with peers in their learning community? *
Please rate this student on the following characteristics:
Maturity *
Integrity *
Interest in Learning *
Oral Expression *
Written Expression *
Have you experienced any behavioral or disciplinary concerns with this student? *
If you have experienced concerns with this student, please describe the nature of them.
Do you believe this student has the potential to go on to a post-secondary institution? *
Please offer a rationale for your previous answer regarding the student's post-secondary potential *
Have you witnessed any obstacles or challenges that prevent this student from being successful? *
What do you value about this student? What motivates them? What qualities make them unique and special in their learning community? *
I certify that the information I have provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Teacher Signature *
Signature Type: Simple    Start Over
Signature: (Type in your full name)
I agree to the terms included.