What info do my teachers need for recs?

Applying to College Common and Coalition Application
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<p>I waived my right to view teacher recommendations. From what I can tell on the new Common App, I can invite my teachers and they can fill out the recommendation letter online or opt-out and mail a copy in. Because I can't see the form they will fill out, I'm unsure what information I should provide my teachers to streamline the rec-writing process.</p>

<p>What are some things I ought to include in my resume/cover letter to my teachers? Is there such a thing as giving them too much information?</p>

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<p>Tell them a little bit about yourself. They most likely know how you are as a student but it helps to tell them about your likes, dislikes, hobbies. It’s sorts like a mini resume. I would also include a pragraph on what you would like to do it college and explain very briefly what drove you to said major. But before you do any of those, ask the people who you are asking to write your resume what they would like from you.</p>