Eagle Scout requirement 2 requires each candidate to demonstrate that he lives by the Scout Oath and Scout Law in his daily life. He does this by securing a letter of character reference from persons who know him well. This candidate respectfully asks that you write a letter of recommendation on his behalf. Here are some suggested areas of evaluation:

1) Living and practicing the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law at home, school, job, religious organization, or wherever he is.
2) Attitude towards duty and responsibility to God
3) Attendance at meetings he bears responsibility for
4) Reliability in meeting commitments he makes
5) General scholastic ability and record
6) Effectiveness of leadership in his activities
7) Respect for other's rights, property and convictions.
8) Effectiveness in working with other youth.
9) Attitude towards helping others.
10) Attitude towards duly constituted authority
11) Effectiveness in working with adults
12) Thrift and planning in managing his funds
13) Ability to handle an emergency with calmness, confidence, knowledge and ability.
14) Community involvement outside of Scouting.
15) Extent and faithfulness of his religious obligations.
16) Exemplary personal achievements, honors, awards or recognition.

Comment on any of which you have personal knowledge. Feel free to mention other areas not listed to further reveal the character and ability of this Eagle Scout candidate. It is best if your remarks are brief, objective and to the point. Clear examples of events that demonstrate the candidate's character and ability are very effective. Your personal recommendation of the scout for the Eagle Scout rank is earnestly sought if you can give it without reservation.

Please mail your letter directly to the address below:

Chairman of the Eagle Board of Review for (candidate's name)
Eagle Scout Service Desk
Occoneechee Council, BSA
P.O. Box 41229 Raleigh, NC 27629-1229

The Boy Scouts of America requires that the contents of your letter remain strictly confidential. Only the council Eagle Service Desk and members of the candidate's Eagle Board of Review will see the letter. We will not share your letter with the candidate. We ask that you maintain the same degree of confidentiality. Your letter will be destroyed after the National Office makes its final determination regarding this candidate.

Your letter is needed to complete this scout's Eagle application and to schedule his Eagle board of review. Your promptness in responding to this request will be greatly appreciated. Should you have questions, please contact the Occoneechee Council Eagle Service Desk at telephone 1-800-662-7102 (Raleigh 872-4884). Thank you for your cooperation and prompt response.

The Occoneechee Council Advancement Committee