Sadly, this is the exception and not the rule for most sponsors who request letters of recommendation, although I am aware of the resource constraints on many private scholarships. Read the entire form over carefully and sketch out your answers in rough on a photocopy of the original. Try not to leave any blanks. If more information is needed, ask the student. Avoid repeating the same items in different sections.
Some forms stipulate that they are to be completed by the principal.
Given the kind of care and attention required, it's difficult for such busy people to find the time to do a good job of it. A wise principal usually delegates the writing of such forms or letters to a teacher who knows the student or perhaps the scholarship coach. Also, a copy should be kept on file. Transcripts Many application forms require official high school transcripts. Since students cannot send their own transcripts, they often request that they be sent by the person writing their letter of reference.