St.

Michael’s Preparatory School

Recommendation From An Adult Friend

Candidate's Name: ___________________________________ _____________________________ Current grade:

Last First

The young man named above is applying to St. Michael's - an academically oriented, boarding, Catholic high school for boys.

We form students into men of insight and integrity, in fidelity to the Catholic intellectual tradition. This formation integrates
faith, academics, and character. Students center their efforts on preparation for college and beyond. We present a curriculum
that emphasizes our western cultural patrimony in theology, humanities, and the sciences. We round out the young man’s
education additionally though the arts and athletics. Because it is an undivided environment, St. Michael’s offers a student
wholesome growth toward maturity. Students share in the responsibility for the school and thereby learn to cooperate with
their fellows and those in authority. This exchange guides a young man to accept the discipline and responsibilities that are so
essential in a well-adjusted adult.

St. Michael's admits students of any race, color, religion or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities of
the school.

We would appreciate your candid and confidential evaluation of the applicant as a person and as a student. Thank you for
your time and consideration in assisting us effectively determine how we are best able to assist this young man.

How long have you known this candidate?

In what capacity have you come to know him?

Please comment on any special talents or on going interests this young man may enjoy.

Please comment on any particular challenges this young man may encounter with his

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emotions:

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Please comment on how successfully this applicant will accept a highly structured academic environment.

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 In relation to others of the same age group whom you have known, please rate the candidate by checking the appropriate
box for each item. Or please substitute a written statement describing the applicant.

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Awareness of Judeo Christian values

Success in living these same values

Leadership

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Integrity

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Conduct

Reaction to correction

Ability to work alone

Ability to work cooperatively

Writing ability

Speaking ability

Academic potential

Academic achievement

Please comment below with any additional information which would assist us more thoroughly understand the applicant. If you
would find it more convenient to talk on the phone, please write the best time of day to contact you.

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Thank You!

St. Michael’s Prep admits students of any race, color, religion or ethnic origin
to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities of the school

St. Michael’s Preparatory School • 19292 El Toro Road • Silverado, California 92676-9710 • (949) 858-0222 x237 • www.stmichaelsprep.org