__________________ HIGH SCHOOL HONORS AND ADVANCED EDUCATION PROGAM STUDENT RECOMMENDATION FORM Student Name: _______________________________ Date: _________ Teacher Name: _______________________ School: ________________ Subject of Recommendation:____________________________________ Compared with other students you have taught with exceptional ability and interest in this subject, please estimate the extent to which the nominee has demonstrated the qualities listed below by circling the number which best represents his/her performance. 4=very good 3=good 2=average 1=below average Interest in subject: 4 3 2 1 Has attained the prerequisite knowledge necessary to do more advanced studies in the subject: 4 3 2 1 Has attained the prerequisite skills necessary to do more advanced studies in this subject: 4 3 2 1 Persistence of effort (motivation): 4 3 2 1 Originality of thought: 4 3 2 1 Grade in subject area for the first semester of the current year: _____ WesTest scores: Reading _____ EXPLORE: Language _____ Math _____ Verbal _____ Math_____ PSAT Verbal _____ Science ______ Social Studies _____ PLAN Verbal _____ Math_____ Math_____ Comments: Note: In order to qualify for advanced level courses, it is recommended that students meet two of three criteria as evidenced by this form: A grade of an A or B in the prerequisite class or previous year same subject An average rating of 3.0 (15 total points) is necessary Above Mastery on WesTest or 75% or above in desired subject area on a national standardized test Note to AP students: Students enrolled in an Advanced Placement course are required to take the Advanced Placement Exam for that course. There is a cost for this exam, but payments may be made in advance. Students that qualify for free or reduced lunch will qualify for a fee waiver. Students that drop an Advanced Placement course or do not take the exam will not receive AP credit on their transcript. Please attached completed form to schedule request.