To Whom It May Concern

I am writing this reference letter at the request of Mark Rivera who is applying for admission in
your college. Mark has been my student for the previous 3 years at Rupert High School, and I
have had the pleasure of getting to know him as a scholar, an athlete and a person.

As a student, Mark is able to grasp quickly and accurately, even the most complex of concepts
taught in class and takes his academic success very seriously. I have had the opportunity to
oversee an academic program led by Mark, where he shone as an individual and in the process,
made a mark for himself as a literary expert.

In an athletic capacity, he is highly competitive in all three sports (baseball, swimming and riding)
offered at our school. He maintains a good competitive balance and keeps his emotions in
control. As an athlete, it is obvious that he not only strives to win but enjoys the sport in its true
form.

Mark is a caring individual, who is known for his ability to reach out to fellow students and his
juniors in school. He gets along quite well with all his teachers and has not been the subject of
any complaint.

I recommend Mark for your college program without any reservations, as I am positive that he will
be at least as contributory to your alma mater, as he has been to ours. I can be reached at (888)
888-8888 if you require any further information.

Sincerely,

(Signature)
Amelia Banner, Lead Teacher – Grade 12
Rupert High School
119 Main Street, New York, NY 17263
(888) 888-8888
amelia @ rupert . edu