Leader Reference Form

Deadline: January 15, 2024
Note: If we do not receive this letter of recommendation by the deadline, the camper applicant’s application will be considered incomplete and it will affect their chance of being accepted to the program.
We expect many strong applicants; thus, a detailed recommendation from you offering specific information about the qualifications and accomplishments of the applicant is essential for our selection process. Your candid appraisal of the camper applicant will be seriously considered.
Visit https://youth.nad.org/ylc/ to read more about the camp and camper qualifications to help you determine their qualifications.
Please rate the camper applicant as realistically as you can.
Your Name * Required
First Last
Your Position * Required
Your Email * Required
Camper's Name * Required
First Last
Academic (5 = excellent) * Required
1 2 3 4 5
Achievement
Motivation (self-initative)
Self-Discipline (punctual, asks for help)

Character and Leadership (5 = excellent) *

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Attitude about School
Co-curricular Participation
Interpersonal Skills (openness, ability to relate effectively to peers and adults)
Leadership Potential (problem solving, ability to see alternatives)
Maturity (stability, sense of responsibility)
Self-confidence
Reaction to Setbacks
Verbal Skills and Expression (clarity and coherence)

How long have you known the applicant and in what context? * Required
What are the first words that come to mind to describe the applicant? * Required
What personal qualities stand out? Include both strengths and weaknesses. * Required
Explain this camper applicant's role with Jr. NAD and their contribution to the chapter (or other organizations). If your school does not have a Jr. NAD chapter with various co-curricular activities and their contribution to each activity. * Required
Why should this student attend the NAD YLC? * Required
Any additional comments?
By submitting this reference, you agree that the above information is true.

	1	2	3	4	5
Achievement
Motivation (self-initative)
Self-Discipline (punctual, asks for help)