Carmel High School - Counselor Recommendation Packet Class of 2017

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1 Carmel High School - Counselor Recommendation Packet Class of 2017 Student Name Address Cell Phone Number Student ID Deadline: No later than September 16, 2016 You must type the information into this document and upload a copy into your Naviance/Family Connection Account. The amount of effort that you put into this document will reflect the amount of effort that your counselor can put into your letter of recommendation. Your Completed Packet Must Include: Student Information & Self Assessment Student/Parent Signatures Activity Resume/List Parent Response At least one College Application Essays A counselor letter of recommendation will summarize you as a whole student, while any teacher recommendations should provide specific details about you as a learner in the classroom. Therefore, it is not appropriate to give this packet to your teacher. Please complete a Teacher Recommendation Questionnaire to give to each teacher you are requesting to write a letter. Completed Packet is Due to Your Counselor no later than September 14, 2015

2 STUDENT INFORMATION & SELF-ASSESSMENT Please list the colleges to which you will apply. It is your responsibility to keep your counselor up-to-date regarding your college application plans. Note: This listing does NOT constitute a transcript request; you must request all transcripts through your Naviance/Family Connection Account. College Name Application Deadline Date Type of Application (Early Decision, Early Action, Regular, Rolling) Majors/Minors being considered: Career goal being considered: I have read and understand all of the information included in this packet. I waive my right to access my counselor letter of recommendation and/or my secondary school report at any time (including after my graduation). Note: Typing your name below constitutes as your signature if you submit this document electronically. Student Signature: Date: Parent Signature: Date: If you have any concerns about this waiver, please contact your school counselor directly.

3 STUDENT INFORMATION & SELF-ASSESSMENT **Be sure to explain your answers. By providing specific details, you assist your counselor in conveying the most accurate story of who you really are to the College Admissions Committee. Show, don t tell!** Are you the first in your family to attend college? Which teachers will you ask to write a letter of recommendation on your behalf? What three words best describe you, and why do you think they are good descriptors? Provide detailed examples, anecdotes, etc. What are your personal strengths? Give examples that document them. What are your academic strengths? These should be different than your personal strengths from above. Besides a future career, how will college benefit your academic curiosity? What else are you looking for in your college experience? What has been the most satisfying course you have taken in high school? Why? Life s obstacles allow us to grow. Describe an obstacle that has affected you. Please provide details. What single activity has been most important to you and why? (You may choose a school-affiliated program or an independent one.) What three things would you want a college admissions committee to know about you? Give examples or relate a specific anecdote to explain. Reflect on your time at Carmel High School. How have you changed Carmel High School? How has Carmel High School changed you? Describe any work or volunteer experiences you have had. How did the experience impact you? Describe an incident in which you demonstrated strong character and/or leadership. If you could choose one idea/activity/experience for me to focus on in your recommendation letter, what would it be and why? If I asked your closest friends to describe you, what would they say? How did you come to choose your intended major/career path? If you had a motto to live by, what would it be and why? Have you had any disciplinary violations during high school? If yes, please explain. \

4 You may include your own Resume/Activity List OR use ONE of the next TWO pages as your template. ACTIVITY LIST FOR: FRESHMAN YEAR ACTIVITIES SOPHOMORE YEAR ACTIVITIES JUNIOR YEAR ACTIVITIES SENIOR YEAR ACTIVITIES

5 YOUR NAME Street Address City, State Zip Code Phone Number Address EDUCATION Carmel High School EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ATHLETICS AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE SPECIAL SKILLS AND INTERESTS WORK EXPERIENCE

6 PARENT/GUARDIAN RESPONSES **Be sure to explain your answers. By providing specific details, you assist your student s counselor in conveying the most accurate story of who your child really is to the College Admissions Committee.** Your student should submit the completed packet (including the parent/guardian response) no later than September 16, Please share with me the colleges you think would be a good match for your student. Why, specifically, do you feel these are a good match for your student? Are there any financial and/or personal limitations that could impact where your student applies? List three adjectives that you feel best describe your student. Please provide detailed examples or anecdotes. Describe one or two major events that you see as turning points in your son/daughter s development. Explain the significance of these to his/her development. Describe any cultural experiences and their impact on your child. Are there any unusual or personal circumstances which have affected your child s educational or personal experiences? For example, has your child overcome obstacles or adversity, demonstrated strength, courage and resiliency? His/her greatest strength is: His/her greatest weakness is: Please relate anecdotes that describe your student s strengths, accomplishments, preferences, character, work habits, goals, personality, etc. Is there anything you wish to add which would help me in writing a letter of recommendation for your student?