WRITING: AN ANNOUNCEMENT Petr Novotný Gymnázium Dr. Karla Polesného Znojmo

INTRODUCTION An announcement is a statement which contains information about an event that has happened or is going to happen (eg school graduation, engagement, wedding, birth, moving, etc) The aim of an announcement is to inform about the event clearly and concisely. The style is relevant to the type of event and the target reader.

TIPS FOR WRITING Be direct and concise, so that the reader can find and understand the information quickly and easily. The information must be complete, so that the reader needn't contact you for further details – always ask yourself the questions who, what, when where, why. If positive news is presented, the tone should be optimistic, friendly, confident and helpful. In case of bad news, the tone should be direct and respectful. Make sure that everything in the announcement is clear and correct, and there are no mistakes.

EXAMPLE (1) A WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT We are pleased to announce the marriage of our daughter Jane to Adam Newton, son of Mr David Newton and Mrs Jodie Newton of York, New England. The ceremony is set to take place on June 21st at 10 AM in the Church of St George, York, New England. There will be an evening reception where the couple would be pleased to welcome all friends and family members. Sincerely, William and Olivia Rogers

EXAMPLE (2) CHANGE OF ADDRESS We would like to let you know that we will be moving into a new home before the end of August. Our new address will be: 26 Southend Avenue BLACKWELL DL2 4SE We are going to have a housewarming party on 7th September since 4 PM. We hope to see you there and have some fun. Best regards, Mary and Robert Parker

EXAMPLE (3) SCHOOL GRADUATION We are happy to announce you that our son Richard has finally completed his graduation from the University of Aberdeen. We shall therefore be hosting a party on Saturday, 2nd July from 6 PM in our garden. We expect all of you to be there to celebrate the achievement of our son. Sincerely, Susan and Steven Taylor

TASK You and your family are going to move to a new flat before the beginning of the next school year. The new address is: 13 Stone St CRANBORNE BH21 2HR Write an announcement to your best friends informing them about your new address and invite them to a party in the new flat.