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This letter provides a strong recommendation for Nicholas Cockrell from three of his teachers. It summarizes that Nicholas took advanced placement and international baccalaureate courses, achieving high marks. He regularly participates in class discussions in a respectful manner. Nicholas also demonstrates leadership through numerous extracurricular activities and clubs at his school. His teachers commend his work ethic, intellectual curiosity, passion for various issues, and respect for others.

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This letter provides a strong recommendation for Nicholas Cockrell from three of his teachers. It summarizes that Nicholas took advanced placement and international baccalaureate courses, achieving high marks. He regularly participates in class discussions in a respectful manner. Nicholas also demonstrates leadership through numerous extracurricular activities and clubs at his school. His teachers commend his work ethic, intellectual curiosity, passion for various issues, and respect for others.

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January 20, 2015

Dear Sir or Madam:


I consider it a privilege to write a letter of reference for Nicholas Cockrell. Nicholas was enrolled in
Advanced Placement United States Government. Nicholas work in my class was truly exceptional.
He never does merely what is required; rather he pushes until he obtains what he wants to obtain from a
given assignment. His high marks in other courses demonstrate that this work ethic is not unique to my
class.
Nicholas participates regularly in class with comments that are well thought out and relevant. He is
passionate on many issues. While he demonstrates conviction on numerous topics, Nicholas is always
respectful of his classmates points of view. Nicholas is well ahead of the curve with regards to civil
dialogue. This skill will serve him well in his collegiate experience and beyond.
I was able to see this passion and respect on display while acting as Nicholass Close-up advisor in
Washington DC. While there, Nicholas asked pointed, difficult questions to United States senators and
congressmen. Nicholas demonstrated confidence and poise in what many would consider intimidating
circumstances.
I have also acted as the I.B. extended essay mentor for Nicholas. He showed intellectual curiosity and
maturity through his writing. His research progressed and improved through the process, demonstrating
Nicholass drive to improve and not to settle on what is good, but rather work for what is better.
Nicholas represents the Hillcrest High Schools Social Studies Department well as our sterling scholar
candidate. I recommend Nicholas Cockrell to move forward without reservation.

Sincerely,
Samuel M. Richins

A.P. Government Teacher

HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL


INTERNATIONAL
BACCALAUREATE
DIPLOMA PROGRAM
Hillcrest High School - Canyons School District
7350 S 900 E
Midvale, UT 84047

To whom it may concern,

Brian R. Bentley, D.M.A., Coordinator


801-826-6017
[email protected]
Jane Kilby, Executive Assistant
801-826-6018
[email protected]
Fax 801-826-6085

December 11, 2014

!The purpose of this letter is to recommend Nicholas Cockrell to you. I have had the privilege of

working with Nick for three years here at Hillcrest High School in the International Baccalaureate
Diploma program. Nick has demonstrated strong dedication and commitment within the program, and has
been very successful in his endeavors here at Hillcrest.

!Nick has accomplished much academically while at Hillcrest, all while maintaining a 4.0

Cumulative GPA. He has taken honors courses in English, Spanish, Biology, and Chemistry. He has taken
AP courses and exams in Geography (5), U.S. Government and Politics (5), English Language and
Composition (4), Physics B (5), and U.S. History (5). Last year he completed IB Courses in Math
Standard Level (6) and Physics Standard Level (7-the highest score possible). He is currently a candidate
for the IB Diploma by completing Higher Level courses in English Language and Literature, Spanish B,
History of the Americas, and Theatre. He is also enrolled in AP Calculus BC this year. He has qualified
for a Hillcrest Academic Letter Award in both 2013 and 2014. He participated in the Close-Up program in
Washington, D.C. in 2013. He has competed in National History Day four years running, placing 5th in
2014 and received a Latino-American History Award. He is currently a member of the National Honor
Society. Nick is very dedicated to his academic studies; he works very hard and demonstrates a great
desire to do his best and accomplish his goals.

!In addition to Nicks rigorous academic work, he has also been involved in extra- and co-

curricular activities at Hillcrest and outside of school. He is currently serving as President of the IB
Associated Students at Hillcrest; he has proven to be an extremely effective leader for our students. He is
also a member of the Theatre Presidency, Key Club President, and Founder and Co-Captain of the Mock
Trial team. He was on the Debate Team in 2014, and he is currently a member of the Hillcrest Productions
Company, the top theatre group at the school. He is in charge of designing posters for publicizing the
Theatre Productions of the school. Nick has competed with FBLA for two years, qualifying and
competing in Nationals in 2014, and placed 1st in the State TSA Competition. He serves as President of
his church youth group and is active in his Boy Scout Troop, having served as Senior Patrol leader in
2013. He is involved in many service an humanitarian efforts, including humanitarian relief trips to places
such as Joplin, Missouri; The Burrito Project, a documentary film publicizing humanitarian efforts; and
other historical documentary film efforts. With all this involvement, Nick has still been able to maintain a
4.0 Cumulative GPA and give 100% to each area. He is a very talented, compassionate, and capable
individual who shows motivation to do his best in all areas.

!In short, I can highly recommend Nick to you. He is a very driven, dependable and hard working

student. His desires to learn and serve are immense. He has been a great student with which to work, and I
am confident he can be very successful in his future endeavors.

Sincerely,

!
Brian R. Bentley, D.M.A.
International Baccalaureate Coordinator
Hillcrest High School

Jane Kilby
CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) Advisor
Hillcrest High School International Baccalaureate
801-826-6018
[email protected]
Fax 801 826-6085

January 21, 2015


Dear Scholarship Committee,
I am pleased to write a letter of recommendation for Nicholas Cockrell to be considered for Sterling Scholar. I work with Nick very closely
because he is the President of the International Baccalaureate student club at Hillcrest High School. I also supervise his Advanced
Studies/Research period. Being the IB President at Hillcrest is no small task because our students pass more exams than any other school in the
state. We have over 500 students in our program. Nick is exemplary even among IB students in all aspects including leadership, integrity, and
interpersonal skills. I recommend him with the highest commendation possible.
When I interviewed Nick last year regarding his service hours, I noted that he would become a leader his Senior year of high school. I had no idea
how correct I was at the time. Nick was chosen as President of the IB club this year by his peers, surpassing even former IB officers for the
position. In addition to the IB club, Nick is in the presidencies for the following clubs: Theatre, Key Club, Mock Trials, his church youth group
and he is a Senior Patrol Leader for his Boy Scout troop. However, it is not the number of clubs that he is involved with that amazes me, it is his
manner of leadership. Nick reaches out to others. At the beginning of this year, I spoke with our IB officers about the need to reach out to a young
man who is always alone. The very next day, Nick sat with him at the same table and recruited him for the Key Club. Nick and I both knew that
service would be the best way to get the lonely young man involved and it has worked like a charm. Not only is he involved now, but I see him
smile and talk with other students more. Nick made a difference.
Nick takes his title of Boy Scout seriously, always acting with integrity. I see many stressed out students who frankly put me off or tell me no
when I ask them to run a quick note or help me with a project. Nick has never done that. I can always count on him to give me a positive
response, and I ask him to do a lot. Our school is very diverse, especially in the socio-economic area. Many of our IB students come from
neighboring towns to be part of our program. I believe that Nick might know some confidential information about students because of what he
overhears in the IB office, but I have never had to worry that he would divulge any of it to fellow students. He shows respect and integrity with
all of his peers, regardless of their situation.
Nicks involvement with the Mock Trial Club and Burrito Project Documentary will have a sustained impact in northern Utah. As I have
interviewed students for CAS (IB Creativity, Activity, Service), I have seen more and more of them become interested in the Mock Trial Club.
Nick is one of the founders and co-captain of this club that provides a meaningful opportunity for our students to learn real-world skills in the
courts. All of our students choose their own CAS activities, but Nicks clubs are popular because of his leadership. He has also recruited students
to join the Burrito Project which provides food for the homeless in downtown Salt Lake City. He provides opportunities for students worldwide
to learn more about history by creating film documentaries with some friends. These programs all add a lot to our CAS program by creating new
and interesting ways to serve and they contribute a lot to the high school experience. I have noticed that without proper student leadership, clubs
die; with it, they thrive. Nicks clubs will last.
Interpersonal skills are critical for student leaders, Nicks are exemplary. He is not afraid to delegate and his fellow IB officers follow his clear
direction well. I watch the same thing happen with other clubs because many meetings happen in the IB room. He never sits idle, but is constantly
working on his next project. He is very self-motivated as evidenced by his choice to participate in the most rigorous academic program offered in
high school. There are many why reasons students enter the rigorous IB program, some just to improve their scholastic resume looking for future
benefits. In contrast, Nick is one of the students who has chosen the IB program for the benefits it provides today, for the challenges it demands,
for the skills it teaches and the opportunities to contribute to society. He is the real deal.
I could not recommend a finer candidate for this scholarship. Life has not always been easy for him. I have seen him rise above many challenges.
In fact, sometimes I have had to tell him to slow down. He has fulfilled all of his duties with positive determination. He will fulfill all of your
expectations and beyond.

Sincerely,

Jane Kilby
CAS Advisor
International Baccalaureate Program
Hillcrest High School

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