Email Etiquette

"An email can make or break a potential opportunity for you, so send and respond to them wisely."

Please Note: Communication from teachers, counselors, and other staff are often done though email, so make sure you check it often.

● How you represent yourself to teachers, counselors, and other staff

● Make it brief, professional, and non-threatening

● Be mindful of titles and spelling names correctly

○ Ms., Mrs., Mr., Dr.

● Different from social media/texting; use formal language

○ Do NOT use inappropriate words or text lingo/slang like “Hey!, thx, ur”

● If you are angry, don’t email until you are calm or save the draft to be sent later

● Proofread before sending

● Subject line should be short and applicable

○ avoid writing the entire email in the subject line

Example:

Subject: Meeting Request

Dear Mr. Etheridge,

Would it be possible to arrange a time this week to discuss my latest English exam? I am available any day after school. It should only take about 15 minutes.

Thank you,

Mrs. Hensley