What should letters of nomination contain?
As the Getting Started document mentions, a nominating letter from the teacher’s principal and a supporting letter from a teaching supervisor, vice principal in charge of instruction, or other school official familiar with the nominee’s teaching are part of the certification process. Principal’s letters ordinarily describe the teacher’s overall record at and contributions to the school. The other letter should speak in specific detail about the person’s teaching ability and accomplishments, preferably including first-hand observation and data about student achievement.
As the Getting Started document mentions, a nominating letter from the teacher’s principal and a supporting letter from a teaching supervisor, vice principal in charge of instruction, or other school official familiar with the nominee’s teaching are part of the certification process. Principal’s letters ordinarily describe the teacher’s overall record at and contributions to the school. The other letter should speak in specific detail about the person’s teaching ability and accomplishments, preferably including first-hand observation and data about student achievement.
