Columbia High School

• A professional who knows you well and is not a relative

Examples:

• Teacher
• Employer
• Counselor
• Extra Curricular Activity Supervisor (Coach, Band Instructor, etc.)
• Administrator (Principal, Assistant Principal, etc.)

• Typically the more time you provide the better letter you will obtain.
• On average it is best provide at least two weeks (minimum one week).
• Check deadlines and let the writer know when you need it completed.

• Get Organized with the following prior to asking for the rec:
  • A Resume and/or the Completed Letter of Rec Form below
    • Remember the more info. you provide the more the writer can help you "standout"
    • Although the Parent Brag Form below is optional it can be very helpful to the writer!
  • Deadline for when you need the letter completed
  • A description of a scholarship or job you are applying for can help the writer tailor the letter to be more specific in writing the letter
  • You may need to also provide an mailing address (or e-mail address) to the organization you want it sent to if it is requested it be sent directly and not given to the student.