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Notice Writing

A notice displays information about an important event that has happened or is about
to happen. It is publicly displayed—you are passing on information for others to
know and follow.

When you write a notice, you must remember these points:

1. It should have a catchy caption—preferably a phrase and not a sentence.

2. It should have all details (what, why, where, when, who) in order of importance
and it should be in crisp short sentences.
3. Use impersonal language.

4. Use passive voice as far as possible.
5. Use of the first person, i.e., ‘I’ and use of the second person, i.e., ‘you’ should
be avoided.

This is a sample notice telling members of the staff in a school about the new
school timings.

St George’s High School, Chennai name of school
NOTICE

2 February 2020 date Change in School Timings subject

The Management and the Principal have decided to change the timings for
the convenience of our students and staff. The new school and office timings
are:

1. TEACHING STAFF: From 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. body

2. NON-TEACHING STAFF: From 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

These timings come into effect from 10 March, 2020 onwards. The school
buses will ply accordingly.

Ms Amy Smith name of the issuing authority

(Principal) designation

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