Things to Remember about Sending Email Email is a communication
tool provided by the San Antonio Independent School District for
your professional use. Like all forms of communication, email is
most effective when it utilizes the “3 C’s” of communication –
Clarity, Conciseness, and Courtesy. The etiquette tips below
will help you to use your email to its fullest advantage: 1.
Establish a clear ‘subject’ line. The subject line tells the
reader what your email is about, and helps them determine
whether to read further. This is especially helpful if the
receiver is not the main recipient, but is copied on the email.
Use captions to emphasize the need for immediate attention, such
as “Time Sensitive”, “Action Required”, or “High Priority”. 2.
‘Front-load’ your message. Present the central idea of your
email in the first few lines. Your recipient may read only these
thoroughly – then browse through the rest. If you need a
response or prompt action, state that information with a
timeline at the beginning of the ema