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Sponsor: Pathways Flight Academies

Program: Pathways Flight Academies

Thank you for agreeing to complete this recommendation form. This student is applying to the Virginia Space Grant Consortium Pathways Flight Academies, a rigorous two-week ground school and flight training academic program that will culminate in them performing a solo flight in an airplane! Students admitted to this program will need to be able to process and apply large amounts of information pertaining to weather, flight systems and operations in a short period of time.

We are looking for students who display an interest and passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), in addition to flying! We are asking that you comment on the student's academic performance, classroom behaviors, and his or her "hidden potential." Please provide a candid evaluation of the student's abilities using the following table. This recommendation is due by Thursday, February 29, 2024 and will be kept in confidence.

The selection process begins after Thursday, February 29, 2024
Student Information
Student's Full Name:Sample Applicant
Student's e-mail:sample-applicant@example.com
Reference Information
Name:
Title:
Relationship to Student:
Institution:
Phone:
email:
How long have you known this student?

In what capacity have you known this student?

Recommendation
Student Qualities Unable to Judge Weak-1 2 Average-3 4 Strong-5
Love of Learning
Academic Achievement
Interest in STEM Disciplines
Problem Solving Capacity
Ability to Work Independently
Intellectual Curiosity
Integrity/Character
Motivation/Initiative
Judgment
Reaction to Setbacks
Faculty/Community Respect
Maturity
If desired, please elaborate on any of these ratings.

Is there some aspect of the student that is exceptional? For example,

  • Are they one of your highest achievers?
  • Do they have an exceptional work ethic?
  • Have you seen them progress in significant ways as a student?
  • Do they participate and elevate classroom discussion?
Certification
I certify that I am the person represented in this letter of recommendation and that all the information contained herein is complete and true.
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