Definition of Announcement

An announcement is a written or spoken statement in public or formal words

containing information about an event that has happened or is going to happen so
publicly people know what, when, and where it is about.
Function of Announcement
An announcement is used for giving people some information of what has happened or what will
happen.
Generic Structure of Announcement
1. Stating Purpose: The text that contains what event will be held
2. Stating Day and Date: Day and Date realization. The text that contains when the event will be held
3. Stating Place: The text that contains where the event will be held
4. Informing Sender: The text that contains name of the person who will be contacted
Principles in Writing an Effective and Meaningful Announcement
 Use the simple present tense and simple future tense.
 Example of words used in announcement

a) Due to some technical problems, the show will…

b) We apologize for the inconvenience…
c)Hi, Guys! Our neighborhood will hold a fund Raising Activity next month…
 Observe proper spelling and punctuation.
 Indicate the exact noun.
 Be straightforward and ease the readers to get information quickly.
 Keep it short, inviting, and to the point.
 Keep it clear and complete.
 For a bad news, make a direct announcement.
 For oral announcements, observe proper pronunciation, enunciation, and intonation.

Name:

Who are the people involved?

What is the activity?

Where will it happen?

When will it happen?

Why is there a need to undertake the activity?

How do the style and format suit the purpose of the announcement?

How effective is the announcement? Prove your answer.

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WHAT: Seminar-Workshop on ICT Application in Geometry

WHO: All Junior and Senior High School students
WHERE: Computer Laboratory
WHEN: February 5 and 6
For inquiries, contact Mrs. Jocelyn Santos, Mathematics
Department Head at 09173334353.

All junior and high school students are invited to attend the 6th
Entrepreneurial Seminar for Students to be held at PNHS
school library from March 3 to 7. This aims to develop
entrepreneurial skills among students to make them
productive members of the community.