Letter of Recommendation 1. Share your cover letter if you haven’t already 2. Turn in your cover letter rough draft on the back table   3. Grab your plickers cards 4. Get notes out

What is a Letter of Recommendation? A recommendation letter or letter of recommendation, also known as a letter of reference, reference letter or simply reference, is a document in which the writer assesses the qualities, characteristics, and capabilities of the person being recommended in terms of that individual's ability to perform a particular task

What is the purpose of a letter of recommendation? Recommendation letters are letters written by adults who know you, assessing your abilities to meet the requirements of a program you are applying for. They're supposed to help decision-makers (your BOSS) to get a better picture of your potential. The most helpful letters come from adults who have had considerable amount of contact with you.

What information should be included in the letter of recommendation? How your reference knows you & for how long List your skills/accomplishments (using examples that shows your strengths) Shows why you would be the best candidate for the job Topics/ideas to include: Potential Skills/Abilities/Strengths Dependability Consistence Character Contributions (to class or community) Accomplishments

Who should write you a letter of recommendation? Neighbors Past Employers Friends of Parents Trusted Adult Teachers* Coaches Church Leaders School Employee* *For our project- you CANNOT ask anyone who works for PVJH

Get a piece of paper out Information for your Selected Reference *Ask early so they have plenty of time to write it and return it to you* Addressed to: To Whom it May Concern or Store Manager How your reference knows you & for how long List your skills/accomplishments (using examples that shows your strengths) Shows why you would be the best candidate for the job Due November 15th

Plickers CFA Cover Letters and Letter of Recommendation

Rock Paper Scissor Math Best 3 out 4 Person that losses gets the article (Teen Resume Guide) off the front table

Read Article (Teen Resume Guide) Fill in the ‘Resume’ notes questions

What is a resume is an easy and organized way to present yourself to an employer it tells the employer how to contact you, what prior jobs you have had, what special skills you have, volunteer and work experiences you’ve had and about your education.

What is the purpose of a resume A resume provides insight into you who you are and what type of employee you might be.

What information should be included on a resume Name and contact information Education Experience Skills Languages ** Honors/ Awards Activities References

What type of work experience can teens include: - Babysitting - Yard Work - House Work - Family Business - Detasseling

Types of volunteer work to include: Any work without pay (this does not include chores) Tutoring Church activities Soup Kitchen

List any awards & certificates you have won: Honor Roll Gym Class Hero Leadership awards Athlete of the week Above and Beyond

What is the importance of spelling and punctuation? EXTREMELY IMPORTANT!! Make sure to proofread!! ** It should tell a future employer that you would take the same care with a job as you did on your resume**