1. Be formal

• Use spell check, write in complete sentences, and use capital letters and appropriate language for addressing an adult

• No "Text Language"

example: "you" instead of "u"

"thank you" instead of "thx"

• Use "please" and "thank you"

2. Use your AMS Gmail account

• Be sure to use your school email whenever possible

3. Subject lines matter

• Make sure the subject line addresses the content of the email

• Include your name if possible

example: David Jones Social Studies Project Question

4. Always use a greeting

• "Dear Mr./Mrs./Ms. Last Name"

• Spell your teacher's name correctly

5. Briefly state the reason you are emailing

• List specific assignment title

• Say what the problem is

• Ask for clarification first before assuming an error has been made

6. If you are emailing with a problem, suggest a solution

• Describe the steps you have taken to fix the problem

• Say what you think may work as a solution

7. Close your email with a friendly sign-off

• Here are options for friendly sign-offs: Thank you, Best regards, Sincerely, All the best, Best wishes, Respectfully,

• Sign of with your full name, first and last

example: All the best,

David Jones