E-mail Tips

As you have to rely on technology to communicate with teachers, remember to do the following

• Use your school email address. If you use a personal email, it may go into a teacher's spam account.

• Be as specific as possible. Instead of typing "I need help" explain exactly what you need help with.

• Use a brief, specific subject line. Avoid putting your entire message in the subject line. Do not leave the subject line blank either.

• Keep the tone formal. Address your teacher as Miss, Mrs., or Mr. So-and-so, just like you would in class. Write in complete sentences.

• Proofread! Before you hit send, proofread your message for errors.

• Be patient. Your teachers are receiving a multitude of emails as they work each day. If you send an email after 1:30, you may not get a reply until the next morning.