CREATIVE WRITING SKILLS NOTICE WRITING i) Notices - Tips: 1, Name of School / Organisation and PLACE should be mentioned 2. “NOTICE? in capital letters 3. Write the date on the left hand side (9"" October 2022) 4. Give an appropriate heading 5. Avoid ‘This is to inform you that....” 6. Beginning can be: i) Our school is organizing a Blood Donation Camp.../Cultural Programme... ‘The school is going to organize... iii) Our school is holding / conducting an Elocution Competition... iv) Captains and prefects are requested to attend a meeting 7. Only relevant information( to whom notice is written, purpose,date,venue,time) For further details, contact... /For more details, the undersigned may be contacted. 9. Signing Authority’s Name and then Designation 8, 10. Formal and simple language 11, No addressing, ‘Dear Students/ Friends’ etc. 12, No Thanking you / Yours sincerely’ etc. 13, Put the notice in a box 14. Word limit:50 words 16.Neat presentation is all the more © scanned with OKEN ScannerName of the Organisation NOTICE Heading [Details] Signature Name of the authority Designation po Solved examples (CBSE SQP 2023-24) | Bali High Public School has recently created CureGreen, a dedicated area for local medicinal herbs and shrubs, adjacent to the flower garden, on campus. As Rachel Tiwari, Captain of the Eco-Club, draft a notice for the school notice board, informing students of classes XI- XII, about a guided walk through CureGreen, post assembly, on Friday, 10 July. Invite care-giver applications, for CureGreen. © scanned with OKEN Scanner“oe ght = Bali High Public School, Ghazipuram | NOTICE | 2023 | aa Walk With Us | This is to inform students of classes XI and XII | thata guided walk has been organized through | ‘CureGreen’, the local medicinal herbs and | shrubspatch, post assembly on Friday, July 10. | Students willing to volunteer as care-givers | may submit their applications to the undersigned by 12 July. | For queries , please contact the undersigned. Rachael Tiwari Rachael Tiwari Captain, Eco Club Ca © scanned with OKEN ScannerYou are the Secretary of the Nei Scheme, Jastinapur, Sector p. notice for the Society notice residents aboutthe change Security, Gate 2 and share include the news of install ghbourhood w, 3 Society, Draft a board, informing of personnel, Head ‘atch Necessary details, Also, | ation of the much-awaited security camera, onthe Eastern periphery of the Society. RWA, Sector D-3, Jastinapur NOTICE May 2, 2023 New Security Officer Appoirted at Gate 2 This is to inform all residents that a new Security Head, Mr. Rajesh Kumar, has been appointed at Gate 2 for overseeing the security operations and personnel of our premises. Also note, that the much-awaited security camera has been installed on the Eastern periphery of the Society. Girish Girish Kothari Secretary, Neighbourhood Watch Scheme © scanned with OKEN ScannerNOTICE (SOLVED EXAMPLE) You are Raja/Roja.,President of the Cultural club of DAV School,Chennai.Your school is organising a speech competition. Write a notice in not less than 50 words giving all necessary details to be put up on the students notice board . DAV SCHOOL ,CHENNAT NOTICE 9th October 2022 SPEECH COMPETITION ON “SAY NO TO PLASTICS” Our school is organizing a speech competition on the topic “Say No To Plastics” for the students of classes IX to XII on 15 th October 2022 at 10 am in the CCA hall .Those who are interested in participating, are requested to give their names to their respective house captains on or before 13! October 2022.For more details,the undersigned may be contacted. Raja/Roja President Cultural Club © scanned with OKEN Scanner‘Sample notices: 1. The Residents’ Welfare Association, Green Park is organizing a ‘oli Festa’ inthe locality. As the president ofthe association, draft a notice in not more than SOwords informing the residents about the same. Give other essential detail 7 200 2023 Wott Fiesta ‘The Residents! Welfare Assocation orpaniting2 Hol bash in the colony a per the ate 30 ny 2021 lime: 9am tos em the tejoicings. {to come along with thelr familes and lends and ad colour to 2.0n the occasion of National Science and Technology Day. the school has decided to organi Science Fai. Vikram, the secretary ofthe Science Society, wants to call a meeting of the office ‘bearers of the society to discuss the arrangements for the fair. Write a notice isnot more than 50 wonls. ‘Delhi Publle School, New Delhi ‘Notice 304uly 2021 Meeting of Sclence Society In theschooltibraryon0S August 20213t10amtodiscussthearrangements for the fav. Vikram ig (Secretary, Science Society) © scanned with OKEN Scanneri LETTER WRITING LETTER FOR JOB APPLICATION Points to remember ® Write in two parts- Cover letter & Bio-data = Use formal language only = Keep the tone polite and respectful = Popular format style — Your address — Date — Their address = Salutation — Subject — Letter body in paragraphs — Complimentary close — Signature — Name & designation of sender Remember that the sender's name is not included in the sender's address = Choose to write the date this way-23 July, © scanned with OKEN Scanner[ 2023, but other comm 10n formats date are also ace ceptable B ear in a eat the receiver's address begins with the name / desig : followed by name of the ongenatlon or Poth, then the location addrese Keep the subject line like a question Ensure that the salutation js formal and use Sir/ Madam or Ma‘am / Mr./ Ms, or Mrs, ~ _(surname) Create separate Paragraphs in the cover letter Begin- — State the source of the job advertisement -newspaper & date / online source — Mention the advertised Position the application is for Then - — Feature your qualifications — Share how your candidature is well- suited for the applied post Conclude- — Express your anticipation of a positivereply Close the letter with-Yours sincerely , followed by the name and signature of the applicant 5 Of wr iting a and briefand never write it © scanned with OKEN ScannerCreate a systematic bio-da' luding relevant information — Personal Details - name, Date of Birth /age, gender, name of parents / father (if relevant, as per Q.), your contact details — Educational Qualifications- begin with themost recent (can use a tabular form for clarity) — Work Experience (relevant to applied Post) => Skills , Co-curricular achievements, significant hobbies (to the aree of work applied for) — Two references - name, designation and contact details. — Assertion / Declaration (optional) — Place, Date (not mandator Solved example (CBSE SQP 2023-24) You are Damanijit Singh, a fresh graduate of film- making (BFA), from JTTI, Chandigarh. You saw the given advertisement in the newspaper and wish to apply for the position advertised. Write a letter, in 120-150 words, to Mili Johar Arts, along with your bio-data, expressing your interest in the advertised post. © scanned with OKEN Scanneryon a Mili Johar ARTS ASSISTANT DIRECTORS wanted For Feature Film Opportunity for aspiring Assistant Directors WHO DO WE NEED? Freshers. Experienced , both welcome REQUIRED -Degree/ Diploma in Film Making H.No. 31, Sector 20 Rose Avenue Chandigarh 11 July 2023 | The Recruitment Head Mili Johar Arts The Johar House, Offices 05-06 Diyali Hill, Mumbai © scanned with OKEN ScannerSubject - Application for the Post of Assistant Director Madam This is with reference to your advertisement in Tribune , dated 25 June 2023. I would like to a for the post of an assistant director in your acclaimed organisation. lam a fresh BFA pass-out. I am also the recent recipient of the Jury’s Mention Trophy for the National Short Film Festival for Student Dire My abilities and interest rest in helping create quality entertainment, which your Production House is known for. The opportunity to learn the best and contribute meaningfully , makes dream-position. Please find attached my bio-data for your peru: earnestly hope for an interview call to take thi forward. Thank you Yours sincerely [DamanjitSingh ss © scanned with OKEN Scannernt N ame: Mr. Damanjit Singh Date of Birth: 12 December 2004 ’s Name: Shri Udhamjit Singh Name: Smt. Simranpreet Singh H.No. 31, Sector 20, Rose Avenue, Chandigarh Email Id: jit¢@gmail.com Mobile: 9710019XXX Educational Qualifications | course/ | BOARD/ E | DEGREE UNIV. | BFA TTI, | Chandigarh [cass XII St. Josephs’ School, | Pune | | (CBSE) | | Class x KYV.2, Andheri | (E), Mumbai La SKILLS: 1. Proficient in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spol | proficiency of Marathi, © scanned with OKEN Scannervideo editing and Adobe Photoshop ACHIEVEMENTS: 1. Organiser of on-campus Inter-College Fil 2022 “a 2. Recipient of the Jury’s Mention Trophy f National Short Film Festival for Student or tte Directors, January 2023. REFERENCES: 1. Dr. Mandeep Ahluwalia, Dean, JTTI, Chandigapp 885022XXXX ndigarh 2. Mrs. Uma Manjrekar, Principal, K.V.2 Andherj Mumbai. 981027XXXX " © scanned with OKEN ScannerLETTER TO THE EDITOR (6 Marks: Format: 1/ Organisation of eas: Content: 2/ Accuracy of Speling and (rama), FORMAT OF THE LETTER Sende's Ades House No. Name OF Steet Cig. —-= eP*eo <= ate Adress of The Restver Tek [Name of The News Paper Place of Publication Subject Ssttion SieMadam BODY OF THE LETTER Paragraph 1- Define your purpose of writing the leer. You can start by —Throup the columas of your etemed newspaper, I would like 19 daw the tenon of the concerned autorte concerned readers tothe problem] Paragraph 2- Define he problem in deal. Specify atleast three effect ofthe problem, Paragraph 3. Write the conclusion and the solutions you have if any. (minimum of 2 fee slutions) or reques the authors toslve the problem, Subseriton Yourstraly Signe Name © scanned with OKEN ScannerJME SUGGESTIVE LINE! Paragraph 1- 1. 1am writing to you in order to highlight . 2. Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper I would like to express my concern on 3. 1am writing this letter in order to draw the attention of the authorities over Paragraph 2- 1. The residents face many problems due (0 .......:1 2, Many times complaints have been made but the authorities have turned deaf ear to our problem, 3. The main reason iS ss... 4, The most annoying/ important thing is .. 5. The negligence of authorities has added fuel to fire, 6. The ation has gone from bad to worse. 7. The authorities are just peeping through a distance and not taking any action. 8, The problem has taken the shape of a hydra-headed monster. 9. I think this problem is getting step-motherly treatment, Paragraph 3- Thope that adequate measures will be taken by the authorities Thope this issue will be brought into light .. © scanned with OKEN ScannerSolved exam| Je adaptation (CBSE S P 2023-95 You are Soma Baruah, a concerned city esident You have observed that many people do not respect rules of zebra crossing and traffic Signal stop line, in your city, despite being an sSential component of road safety infrastructure, Write letter to the editor ofa national daily, sharing your concern, and examining the reasons for such behaviour. | Provide suggestions for spreading awareness of rules and consequences involved, and mention ways to ensure adherence. Use the given excerpts from news reports, as cues, along with your own ideas, to compose this letter. "Pedestrians forced to dangerously dodge their ways through vehicles at busy intersections." "The stop line is marked before one reaches a zebra crossing. Motorists often cross the mark and get into the pedestrians’ space." "Even those in charge of | regulating the rules on the road rarely bother to impose fines on motorists violating zebra crossing rules." @ scanned with OKEN Scanner25-C,GogonLane ——_ Faridabad, Delhi NCR 17 August 2023 The Editor | The Dainik Times11 Times | House | chaotic traffic situations and danger to lives. Delhi -10 Subject: Concern Regarding Non-compliance with Zebra Crossing and Traffic Signal Stop LineRules Dear Madam This is to draw your attention of the readers. a pressing concern that plagues our city's roads - thewidespread disregard for zebra crossing and trafficsignal stop line rules by motorists and other vehicles. There have been several reports of road accidentsin our city due to non-compliance with zebra crossing and traffic signal stop line rules. Pedestrians are being forced to dodge their way through vehicles at intersections, leading to LSiaotic © scanned with OKEN Scannera Among several reasons, lack of awareness anda education about road safety measures is primary. Additionally, the absence of strict enforcement andpenalties for violators may contribute to © sense ofimpunity among offenders. To address this issue, it is imperative to launch extensive awareness campaigns in schools, colleges, and public spaces. Pamphlets, posters, public service announcements, and digital media can be utilised to educate people about the importance of respecting zebra crossing and traffic signal stop line rules. Community engagement via workshops and seminars, would also help in fostering a culture of road safety. Regular monitoring and strict penalties for violators ensure compliance. Also, the support of traffic cameras not only address the issue of non- compliance but keep the law-enforcers alert too. | The safety of our roads depends on the collective | responsibility of all. | hope that the publishing of this letter in your Daily shall urge the concerned authorities and the public to work together towards creating a safe and disciplined road environment by respecting zebra crossing and © scanned with OKEN Scannertraffic signal stop line rules. =a yours truly Soma Baruah (A concerned resident) © scanned with OKEN ScannerEXAMPLE 1 ‘Write a leter tothe Editor of National Herald, New Delhi about water sear your locality suggesting ways to improve the position of water supply. You are Ram Reema of Ghaziabad. Ho, A24, Kavi Nagar Ghaziabad April2, 20XX ‘The Editor [National Herald New Delhi-1 10001 Subject: WATER CRISIS IN KAVI NAGAR Sir ‘Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the attention ofthe ‘concerned authorities towards the problem of water scarcity in our local 11s sill early summer and the residents are already facing seute water shortage in the area, The supply is cutoff at 830 am. in the morning and is restored only for half an hour in the evening between 6 p.m. 107 pan. Since the timings are eratic, many people, ‘especially the working couples are unable to store water. Frequent complains tothe Ja ‘Board has not yielded any result a the authorities express their helplessness saying that 3 ‘one of the tanks of the Haiderpur Water Treatment Plan is under repair and has been shut down for a month or so thereby affecting the water supply in the area. But itis nearly one and a half months since the problem began, yet there to the residents ‘The Jal Board should, in the meantime, make provisions for wate tankers at diferent hors ofthe day. Also, measures must be taken to expedite the repair work, Yourstauslly Ramnath/Reeia © scanned with OKEN Scanner