<p>I gave my teacher who is writing me a letter of recommendation my resume. I don't feel like it accurately reflects who I am. My teacher has had me in many clubs and multiple ap classes and we talk outside of class but I don't think he knows much about my background and where I come from which is a large part of my identity. Should I give him background information about me? Like a paper that talks about where I grew up and how I ended up here?</p>
<p>No. Your teacher is just supposed to speak to what they know about you, not what you tell them. They will address your academics and perhaps your character with regard to your school life. It sounds like this teacher knows you quite well for the purpose at hand. If there is something in your life that affects your high school career that admissions needs to know, then it should be addressed by your guidance counselor. Usually there is ample place to tell admissions your background if that’s what you want to write one of your essays about.</p>
<p>Alright thank you very much!</p>
<p>If you have a little write up or resume that shows your background, you should definitely give it to your teacher! It could help him write an even better recommendation! And it will reinforce whatever you say in your own college essay.</p>
<p>The College Board recommends that students fill out a Self Assessment and give it to the teachers who are writing their recommendation letters. You can download the form here: [Recommendations:</a> Teacher Tips](<a href=“http://professionals.collegeboard.com/guidance/applications/teacher-tips]Recommendations:”>Writing Recommendations: Teachers – Counselors | College Board)</p>