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How to Ask a Teacher for a Letter of Recommendation

How to Ask a Teacher for a Letter of Recommendation

Are you a high school student applying to summer programs or prestigious competitions that require a letter of recommendation in your application? These letters can make or break your acceptance, and while students may think you don’t have control over how your teacher talks about you, that’s not true! This blog will walk you through how to ask your high school teacher for a letter of recommendation in a way that can ensure their letter describes you as a star applicant.

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6 Smart Winter Break Activities for High School Students

6 Smart Winter Break Activities for High School Students

During winter break, students have the tendency to scroll through endless social media feeds, which often leaves us mentally drained and uninspired. However, winter break is a perfect opportunity to reset, recharge, and prepare for the challenges ahead. To help high school students make the most of their winter vacation, we’ve compiled six winter break activities that balance rest and growth, ensuring you’re ready to excel in the upcoming semester.

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Guide to the Leonard L. Milberg ’53 High School Poetry Prize

Guide to the Leonard L. Milberg ’53 High School Poetry Prize

Get ready for the upcoming school year by writing for Princeton’s poetry contest, a rewarding and intense competition that will push your creative writing skills to new levels. The Leonard L. Milberg’53 High School Poetry Prize is a prestigious award given to the top three poems written by high school students across the world. Learn more about this high school poetry contest and how to put your best foot forward with Aralia Education!

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7 University of Pennsylvania Summer Programs for Ambitious High School Students

7 University of Pennsylvania Summer Programs for Ambitious High School Students

1. What Summer Programs Does UPenn Offer for High School Students? The University of Pennsylvania offers 7 summer programs for high school students across 5 schools: Penn SAS High School Programs, Wharton (Business School), Carey (Law School), Penn Management, and Penn Engineering Schools. The programs range in price and length (2, 3, or 6 weeks),

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Research Paper Examples for High School Students

Research Paper Examples for High School Students

Writing a research paper in high school is an essential skill that prepares students for college-level work. Whether students want to pursue academic research in college or just write research papers in college, understanding what a research paper entails and how to approach it is crucial. This guide provides a general explanation of the research paper, different types of research papers, and tailored examples for each field of research.

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