Emails are used for a variety of purposes including communicating with teachers and counselors, asking for information, applying for jobs/internships, networking, and much more! Depending on what purpose, the emails you send can differ in formatting as well as whether they are formal or informal.
However, here is a general format that is useful to follow when writing emails:
Include a subject line
• Serves as an explanation for what the email consists of
• Should be brief but specific
Include a quick greeting
• Helps acknowledge who you are writing to
• A simple "Hi" or "Hello" followed by the recipient's name
• Introduce yourself if necessary
State the purpose of the email
• Unless required otherwise, keep it short and concise
• When asking questions or for certain information, make sure to be specific (Example: if asking for a Zoom Link, identify for which event)
• Proofread in case of spelling/grammatical errors that may confuse the recipient
• Always be polite
• Be considerate and write in a respectful manner
• Can say "Thank you" to show appreciation
Example email:
"Hi Selma! What is the Zoom link for today's Park Club?
Thank you,
-Brooke"