Avoid giving personal opinions or feelings. However, if you make subjective statements or give opinions, clearly identify them as opinions and not as facts. Be able to document all information you release. Reference letters should be free from comments regarding the file holder s sex, race, color, national origin, religion, handicap or age. Reference letters must also be free from comments that are prejudice, discriminatory, or libelous.
Administrators prefer reference letters that are both concise and informative.
One page letters are best but if needed statements may be continued on a second page. Be as specific as possible when referring to candidates abilities, strengths and skills. Name specific things that they have done. Thank you for your assistance.