Word limit: 50 words
Formal Writing
What is a notice?
A notice is a short, formal piece of writing meant to inform a specific group of people about something important — an event, meeting, competition, trip, change, or announcement. It is displayed on a notice board and must be brief, clear, and complete. A well-written notice must always answer the 5 W’s: What, Where, When, Who, and Whom to contact.
Word limit
50 words for the body only.
The school name, NOTICE, date, heading, and name/designation are not counted in the word limit.
Key rule
Always written in third person and formal voice. Never use ‘I’ or ‘We’. Use ‘Students are requested…’ or ‘All members are hereby informed…’
Notice Format
1.Name of the institution
Full name of the school. Written at the very top of the notice box.
Centre aligned -Delhi Public School, New Delhi
2. The word ‘NOTICE’
Written in CAPITAL LETTERS immediately below the school name. Do not write ‘A Notice’ or ‘Notice’: — just the single word NOTICE.
Centre aligned NOTICE
3. Date
Written below NOTICE, on the left. Prefer British format — day (numeral), full month name, year. No ordinal suffix. No numerals for month.
Left aligned 13 April 20XX
4. Heading / Title
A short, catchy, and specific title telling the reader exactly what the notice is about. Must be underlined and bold. Written in title case.
Centre aligned + underlined Meeting of Science Society
5.Body of the notice
50 words. Must answer all 5 W’s — What, Where, When, Who, Whom to contact. Begin with “This is to inform…” or state the event directly. Third person and formal language only.
Left aligned
6. Signature
Written below the body in cursive / handwritten style — represents the actual signature of the issuing authority. In exams, write the name in italic/cursive.
Left aligned
7. Name — in block (capital) letters
Written immediately below the signature in full BLOCK LETTERS. This is the printed name of the person who issued the notice.
Left aligned VIKRAM SINGH
8. Designation
Written in brackets immediately below the name. States the authority/role of the person issuing the notice.
Left aligned (Secretary, Science Society) / (Head Girl) / (Cultural Secretary)
Types of notices
1 Notice for an event or competition
(Science fair, debate, quiz, art competition, spell bee, elocution)
Must include — the 5 W’s
What — name of the event Where — venue
When — date and time Who — classes eligible / who can participate
Whom to contact — teacher / secretary Last date to register
- Clearly state whether it is inter-house, inter-school, or open to all.
- Always give a registration deadline: ‘Names to be submitted by 15 April 20XX.’
SAMPLE NOTICE
Sunrise Public School, Bengaluru
NOTICE
10 February 20XX
Inter-House Science Quiz Competition
This is to inform all students of Classes VIII to X that an Inter-House Science Quiz Competition will be held on 20 February 20XX in the school auditorium at 10:00 a.m. Each house may send a team of three participants. Interested students must submit their names to their class teacher by 15 February 20XX. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams.
Rohan Mehta
ROHAN MEHTA
(Secretary, Science Club)
2. Notice for a meeting
(Student council, eco club, PTM, house meeting, editorial board)
Must include — the 5 W’s
What — purpose / agenda of the meeting Where — venue / room number
When — date and time Who — who must attend
Whom to contact for queries Whether attendance is compulsory
- State the agenda clearly: ‘to discuss Annual Day arrangements’ / ‘to elect office bearers’.
- Use: ‘All members are requested to attend’ or ‘Attendance is compulsory’.
SAMPLE NOTICE
Delhi Public School, Dwarka, New Delhi
NOTICE
3 March 20XX
Meeting of the Student Council
All members of the Student Council are hereby informed that a meeting will be held on 8 March 20XX in Room No. 12 at 12:30 p.m. to discuss the arrangements for the upcoming Annual Day celebrations. Attendance is compulsory. Members are requested to bring their suggestions in writing. Absence without prior information will not be excused.
Kavya Iyer
KAVYA IYER
(Head Girl)
3. Notice for a trip or excursion
(Educational visit, heritage tour, nature camp, industrial visit, trekking)
Must include — the 5 W’s
What — destination and purpose Where — place of visit
When — date, departure and return time Who — classes eligible
Whom to contact / submit form to Fee and consent form deadline
- Always state that a signed parental consent form is required — it is mandatory for all school trips.
- Mention mode of transport and exact fee amount.
SAMPLE NOTICE
Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 3, Jaipur
NOTICE
5 September 20XX
Educational Trip to Amber Fort, Jaipur
Students of Classes VII and VIII are informed that the school is organising an educational trip to Amber Fort on 15 September 20XX. The bus will depart from school at 8:00 a.m. and return by 4:00 p.m. A fee of ₹350 per student is applicable. A signed parental consent form along with the fee must be submitted to the class teacher by 10 September 20XX.
Sneha Rawat
SNEHA RAWAT
(Excursion Secretary)
4. Notice for a general school announcement
(Holiday, timetable change, uniform reminder, library, fee reminder)
Must include — the 5 W’s
What — the change or announcement Where — applicable area / school
When — effective date Who — all students / specific class
Whom to contact — office / teacher
SAMPLE NOTICE
St. Mary’s School, Lucknow
NOTICE
22 April 20XX
Change in School Timings — Summer Schedule
This is to inform all students and parents that with effect from 1 May 20XX, the school will operate on summer timings from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. until 30 June 20XX. Students are advised to update their schedules accordingly. School buses will depart at 12:45 p.m. For any queries, contact the school office between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Priya Nair
PRIYA NAIR
(Head Girl)
5. Notice for a cultural or sports event
(Annual Day, Sports Day, Independence Day, Republic Day, farewell)
Must include — the 5 W’s
What — the change or announcement Where — applicable area / school
When — effective date Who — all students / specific class
Whom to contact — office / teacher
- Mention if parents / guests are invited: ‘Parents are cordially invited to attend.’
- Dress code is important: ‘Students must wear school uniform / traditional attire.’
SAMPLE NOTICE
Ryan International School, Mumbai
NOTICE
1 November 20XX
Annual Day Celebration
This is to inform all students that the school’s Annual Day will be held on 15 November 20XX in the school auditorium. The programme will commence at 5:00 p.m. Students participating in cultural performances must report by 3:30 p.m. in their costumes. All other students must arrive in formal school uniform. Parents and guardians are warmly invited to attend.
Arjun Kapoor
ARJUN KAPOOR
(Cultural Secretary)
6. Notice for lost and found / general request
(Lost item, donation drive, blood donation camp, book fair, library fine)
Must include — the 5 W’s
What — description of item / activity Where — location found / collection point
When — date and deadline Who — who it concerns
Whom to contact — office / prefect
- For a lost item — give specific description: colour, brand, where last seen.
- For a donation drive — specify what is needed, collection point, and last date.
SAMPLE NOTICE
The Heritage School, Kolkata
NOTICE
12 August 20XX
Lost — Scientific Calculator
This is to inform all students that a Casio scientific calculator (model fx-991ES, black colour) has been found in the Physics laboratory. The owner may collect it from the school office on providing satisfactory identification. If unclaimed by 20 August 20XX, the item will be deposited with the school’s lost-and-found section. Students are advised to label their belongings clearly.
Tanya Bose
TANYA BOSE
(School Prefect)
WRITING STYLE — DO’S AND DON’TS
- Draw a box / border around the entire notice
- School name and ‘NOTICE’ — always centred
- Date — always left aligned, British format
- Heading — centred and underlined
- Body — left aligned, 50 words, third person
- Signature, name in block letters, designation — all left aligned
- Answer all 5 W’s in the body
- Use formal language throughout
COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID
- Do not write ‘I’ or ‘We’ — always use third person
- Do not write the date as 13/04/20XX — spell the month
- Do not forget the word ‘NOTICE’ in capitals
- Do not put signature/name on the right side
- Do not exceed 80 words — marks are deducted
- Do not forget to write the designation in brackets
- Do not use casual language — ‘Hey everyone!’ is wrong
- Do not leave the heading without underlining
MEMORY TIP — THE 5 W’S RULE
Before writing a notice, always check: Did I answer all 5 W’s?
W-What
W-Where
W-When
W-Who
W-Whom to contact
Notice Writing — NEP 2020 Practice Questions
40 Questions- 8 Themes- HOTs Level- Competency Based [WITH ANSWER KEY]
1. Environment & Sustainability
NEP value: Environmental consciousness · SDG alignment
Q1 .Your school’s science teacher informs you that the school pond has been found to contain high levels of plastic waste. As the Head Boy / Head Girl, you feel this is a serious environmental issue that all students need to know about and act upon. Decide what kind of notice needs to be written, who needs to read it, and what they need to do. Write the notice in not more than 50 words.
Q2. Your school has recently installed solar panels and a rainwater harvesting system. The Principal wants all students to understand how these work and why they matter. You are the Science Club Secretary. A demonstration session is to be held. Write a notice that not only informs but also motivates students to attend. (50 words)
Q3. The Municipal Corporation has written to your school requesting student volunteers for a Tree Plantation Drive on World Environment Day. Your Principal asks you, the Head Girl / Head Boy, to draft a notice calling for volunteers from Classes VIII to X. The notice must clearly communicate the purpose, civic responsibility involved, and what volunteers will receive in return. (50 words)
Q4. You are the Eco Club Secretary of your school. You have noticed that despite having dustbins for dry and wet waste in every classroom, students still mix waste. You want to organise a short awareness session before school hours. Write a notice addressing this specific problem — be precise about what is wrong and what students must now do differently. (50 words)
Q5. Your school is participating in the national Swachh Vidyalaya Puraskar competition. The Principal wants every student to contribute to making the school the cleanest in the district. As School Captain, write a notice that explains the competition, what is at stake, what each student must do, and by when. The notice must inspire action. (50 words)
2. Digital Literacy & Technology
NEP value: 21st century skills · Critical thinking · Responsible digital citizenship
Q6. Several students in your school have been found sharing incorrect information and fake news on school WhatsApp groups, causing panic among parents. The Principal asks you, as Head Girl / Head Boy, to issue a notice warning students about responsible use of social media and the consequences of spreading misinformation. (50 words)
Q7. Your school is organising a Digital Safety Workshop for students of Classes VI to VIII in partnership with an NGO working on cyber safety. As the IT Club Secretary, write a notice informing students about this workshop. The notice must make students understand why cyber safety matters in their daily lives — not just in school. (50 words)
Q8. Your school library has launched a Digital Reading Corner with tablets and e-books. However, students are using the tablets for purposes other than reading. As School Librarian, write a notice reminding students of the purpose of this facility and the rules for its use — while still encouraging genuine reading. (50 words)
Q9. Your school is hosting an AI Awareness Week to help students of Classes IX and X understand how Artificial Intelligence is changing the world — in medicine, agriculture, and everyday life. As Science Club Secretary, write a notice inviting students to a series of expert talks, demos, and discussions across the week. (50 words)
Q10. Your school has decided to go completely paperless for internal communication starting next month. All notices, circulars, and letters will now be shared digitally. As Head Boy / Head Girl, write the last ever printed notice informing students, teachers, and parents about this transition and what they need to do to prepare. (50 words)
3. Health & Wellbeing
NEP value: Physical & mental health · Holistic development · Empathy
Q11. A student in your school has been found suffering from severe exam anxiety and has been absent for two weeks. Your school counsellor has suggested organising a Stress Management Workshop for Classes IX and X. As Head Girl / Head Boy, write a notice that informs students about the workshop — but does so with sensitivity, without causing stigma. (50 words)
Q12. The school doctor has reported that many students of Classes VI to VIII are coming to school without eating breakfast, which is affecting their concentration and health. The school has decided to start a free breakfast programme for these students. As School Captain, write a notice informing students about this initiative. (50 words)
Q13. Your school has replaced all vending machine snacks with healthy, locally sourced food options as part of the National Nutrition Mission. Several students are unhappy about this change. As Health Captain, write a notice explaining the reason for this change and encouraging students to embrace healthy eating habits. (50 words)
Q14. An outbreak of a seasonal illness (like viral fever) has been reported among students. The school doctor advises certain precautions. As Head Boy / Head Girl, write a notice informing the school community about the situation and the steps every student must follow — without causing panic or spreading fear. (50 words)
Q15. Your school is introducing a weekly No-Screens Wednesday for all students — no phones, no laptops, no tablets from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. As School Captain, write a notice explaining this initiative, its purpose for students’ mental and physical wellbeing, and what students may do instead during free periods. (50 words)
4. Gender Equity & Inclusivity
NEP value: Constitutional values · Equal opportunity · Respect for diversity
Q16. Your school has formed a Gender Equality Club — the first of its kind in the district. As the founding Secretary, write a notice inviting students of all genders from Classes VII to X to join. The notice must reflect the club’s values and explain what the club will actually do, not just what it stands for. (50 words)
Q17. Your school has a new policy: all sports teams — football, cricket, basketball — are now open to all genders. Previously, these were boys-only teams. As Sports Captain, write a notice announcing this change and inviting all interested students to try out, ensuring the language of the notice itself reflects equality and welcome. (50 words)
Q18. A new student who uses a wheelchair has joined your school. The school is making several changes to improve accessibility — ramps, accessible washrooms, and a buddy system. As Head Boy / Head Girl, write a notice informing all students about the buddy volunteer programme and inviting them to sign up. (50 words)
Q19. On the occasion of International Girls’ Day, your school is organising a panel discussion where women professionals from different fields — doctor, engineer, artist, farmer — will share their journeys. As Cultural Secretary, write a notice inviting all students to attend and explaining why this event matters for every student — not just girls. (50 words)
Q20. Your school has received a complaint that students from a particular socioeconomic background are being teased about their uniforms being old or worn. The Principal wants this addressed immediately and sensitively. As Head Girl / Head Boy, write a notice about the school’s No Discrimination Policy — firmly but with care. (50 words)
5.Indian Culture, Heritage & Constitutional Values
NEP value: Cultural pride · Constitutional literacy
Q21. Your school is observing Constitution Day (26 November). A special assembly has been planned where students will read selected Preamble passages, enact the stories of constitution framers, and discuss Fundamental Rights. As Cultural Secretary, write a notice that makes students genuinely curious about attending — not just informed. (50 words)
Q22. As part of the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat programme, your school has been paired with a school in Manipur. Students from your school will perform Manipuri dance and share their culture in return. As Cultural Secretary, write a notice inviting students to volunteer as cultural ambassadors for this exchange. (50 words)
Q23. Your school is organising a Traditional Crafts Fair where students will demonstrate and sell handicrafts made using traditional Indian art forms — Madhubani, Warli, Pattachitra, Kolam. As Cultural Secretary, write a notice inviting students to register their craft and explaining that proceeds will go to the families of local artisans. (50 words)
Q24. Your school library has received a collection of books written in regional Indian languages — Tamil, Bengali, Marathi, Kannada, Odia. The librarian wants students to explore these books even if they do not speak those languages, using picture books, translated editions, and short summaries. Write a notice that makes students genuinely excited to visit the library. (50 words)
Q25. Your school has adopted a village under the Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana model for students. Classes IX and X will visit the village, interact with farmers and artisans, and document their way of life. As Head Boy / Head Girl, write a notice informing students and seeking volunteers for the documentation team. (50 words)
6.Community Service & Civic Responsibility
NEP value: Social responsibility · Volunteerism · Empathy in action
Q26. A massive flood has affected a nearby district. Your school wants to collect relief materials — dry food, warm clothes, blankets, medicines — for the affected families. As Head Boy / Head Girl, write a notice mobilising the school community to contribute. The notice must create urgency without causing panic. (50 words)
Q27. Your school is launching a Peer Tutoring Programme where students of Classes IX and X who are strong in certain subjects will voluntarily teach students of Classes VI to VIII who are struggling. As Head Girl / Head Boy, write a notice inviting senior students to become peer tutors. (50 words)
Q28. The elderly residents of a nearby old age home have expressed loneliness and a desire to interact with young people. Your school has decided to send student volunteers every Saturday to spend time with them — reading, playing games, or simply talking. As School Captain, write a notice seeking volunteers. (50 words)
Q29. Your school is located near a busy road where school children have to cross without a traffic signal. You, as Head Boy / Head Girl, have decided to write to the Municipal Corporation — but first, you need to write a notice informing students about a student-led petition drive for a traffic signal. (50 words)
Q30. Your school has adopted a ‘No Single-Use Plastic’ policy within its premises. Students have been found violating this policy. As the Eco Club Secretary, write a notice reminding students of the policy, giving specific examples of violations, and announcing that strict action will be taken from the following week. (50 words)
7. Critical Thinking & HOTs Challenges
Bloom’s level: Analysis · Evaluation · Creation
Q31. You are the Head Boy / Head Girl. A notice was issued last week about a trip — but it contained wrong information about the date and fee. Students and parents are confused. Write a notice correcting an earlier notice that clearly states what was wrong, what is correct, and asks everyone to disregard the previous notice. (50 words)
Q32. Read this poorly written notice and identify at least four errors in it. Then rewrite it correctly.
‘Notice. All student of class 9 are inform that their will be a meeting at 3 pm tomorrow in Room 5 to discuss about the sports day. Plz come. – Rahul’ (Rewrite: 50 words)
Error analysis: Students must identify errors in format, grammar, language, and structure — then apply correct knowledge to rewrite. This is Analysis + Application.
Q33. Your school has received only ₹5,000 from the school fund to organise an event for Children’s Day. As Cultural Secretary, you must plan a meaningful event within this budget AND write a notice about it — keeping the notice factual and formal while the event itself is creative and engaging. What event would you choose and why? (50 words for the notice + 2 lines justifying your choice)
Q34. Your school has been asked to select ONE of the following for the upcoming Saturday:
(a) A plantation drive,
(b) A visit to an old age home,
(c) A cleanliness drive in the market.
As Head Boy / Head Girl, you must decide which one to choose, give your reason in one sentence, and then write a notice about your chosen activity. (50 words for the notice)
8. Experiential & Joyful Learning
NEP value: Learning beyond textbooks · Curiosity · Hands-on discovery
Q35. Your school is starting a Kitchen Garden where students will grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers in the school courtyard. Classes VI to VIII will manage it in rotation. As Science Club Secretary, write a notice informing students, explaining what they will learn, and how they can sign up for their rotation week. (50 words)
Q36. Your school library is launching a ‘One Book, One School’ initiative — every student reads the same book for one month, then discusses it in class. The book chosen is a translation of a classical Indian story. As Head Boy / Head Girl, write a notice announcing the initiative and making students genuinely excited about it. (50 words)
Q37. Your school is introducing ‘No Textbook Fridays’ — every Friday, Classes VI to VIII will learn through games, experiments, storytelling, art, and outdoor activities. No books, no homework, no tests. As Head Boy / Head Girl, write a notice explaining this new initiative to students and parents, addressing any concerns about ‘losing study time’. (50 words)
Q38. Your school is organising a Night Sky Observation Session on the school terrace in collaboration with an astronomy club. Students will observe constellations, planets, and the moon through telescopes. As Science Club Secretary, write a notice that makes students of Classes VII to IX feel the wonder of the universe — while still being a proper formal notice. (50 words)
Q39. Your school has decided to celebrate India’s linguistic diversity by holding a ‘Language Festival’ — students will present poems, songs, jokes, and riddles in any Indian language they know, including their mother tongue. As Cultural Secretary, write a notice inviting all students to participate and explaining why celebrating many languages makes us stronger, not divided. (50 words)
Complete answer key — all 40 questions
Theme 1 — Environment & Sustainability (Q1–Q5)
| Question no. | Notice Type | Value Points to Include |
| Q1 | Type 4 — General Announcement School-wide awareness + action call | Environmental responsibility is a shared civic duty Plastic pollution harms biodiversity Students as agents of change, not just observers Mention: what students must do (collect, report, stop dumping) |
| Q2 | Type 1 — Event / Competition Demonstration session = event | Sustainable energy is a life skill, not just science Rainwater harvesting links to water conservation Science connected to daily living (NEP 2020 competency) Motivate attendance — not just inform |
| Q3 | Type 6 — Request / Volunteer Call Seeking volunteers = request type | Tree plantation = civic and environmental duty Connection to Municipal Corporation = civic participation What volunteers receive (certificate, recognition) World Environment Day — 5 June — must be mentioned |
| Q4 | Type 4 — General Announcement Behavioural correction notice | Specific problem: mixing dry and wet waste Awareness session details (date, time, venue) Tone: firm but constructive, not punishing Waste segregation = responsible citizenship |
| Q5 | Type 5 — Cultural / School Event School-wide national programme participation | Swachh Vidyalaya Puraskar — national competition School reputation and national pride at stake Specific action each student must take Deadline for actions — creates urgency |
Theme 2 — Digital Literacy & Technology (Q6–Q10)
| Question no. | Notice Type | Value Points to Include |
| Q6 | Type 4 — General Announcement Warning + policy reminder | Misinformation causes real harm — to people, not just reputation Responsible digital citizenship is a constitutional duty (Art. 19) Consequences of spreading fake news (disciplinary action) Tone: firm warning without being aggressive |
| Q7 | Type 1 — Event / Workshop Workshop = event type | Cyber safety matters beyond school — at home, online, everywhere NGO partnership = community collaboration 21st century skill: protecting personal data Classes VI–VIII must feel the workshop is FOR them, not AT them |
| Q8 | Type 4 — General Announcement Rule reminder + facility correction | Purpose of digital reading corner — clearly restated Rules for use (reading only, no gaming/social media) Encourage genuine reading while correcting misuse Tone: corrective but encouraging — not punishing readers |
| Q9 | Type 1 — Event (Talk Series) Week-long series = event type | AI is changing medicine, farming, and everyday life Understanding AI = essential future skill (NEP 2020) Expert speakers, demos — mention who is coming Why Classes IX–X specifically need this knowledge now |
| Q10 | Type 4 — General Announcement Policy transition notice | Transition date — “with effect from” format What students/parents must do to prepare (get school app, email) Environmental benefit of going paperless (link to Theme 1) This is the last printed notice — state that clearly and purposefully |
Theme 3 — Health & Wellbeing (Q11–Q15)
| Question no. | Notice Type | Value Points to Include |
| Q11 | Type 1 — Event / Workshop Stress management workshop = event | Mental health is as important as physical health No names, no stigma — sensitivity in every word Workshop is for ALL students — not just struggling ones Expert counsellor will conduct the session |
| Q12 | Type 4 — General Announcement New school welfare initiative | Breakfast = fuel for learning — connect food to education Language must not single out poor students — dignity first All students welcome (not “only those who don’t eat”) Inclusive language is a NEP 2020 competency marker |
| Q13 | Type 4 — General Announcement Policy change with explanation | Poshan Abhiyaan — national nutrition programme Reason for change must be explained clearly Local and seasonal food = sustainable + healthy Encourage, do not force — positive tone throughout |
| Q14 | Type 4 — General Announcement Health advisory / crisis communication | State situation factually — no exaggeration Precautions: wash hands, wear mask, stay home if fever Whom to contact if unwell (school doctor / class teacher) Tone: calm, reassuring, clear — no panic language |
| Q15 | Type 4 — General Announcement New school initiative — No Screens Wednesday | Screen time affects eyes, sleep, and mental health Alternatives: reading, outdoor play, art, conversation Purpose: reclaiming joyful learning without technology Frame as an opportunity, not a punishment |
Theme 4 — Gender Equity & Inclusivity (Q16–Q20)
| Question no. | Notice Type | Value Points to Include |
| Q16 | Type 6 — Request / Volunteer Call Calling students to join a club | Article 14: Right to Equality — constitutional grounding Open to ALL genders — language must reflect this What the club will DO (workshops, campaigns, awareness drives) First of its kind in district — a moment of pride |
| Q17 | Type 1 — Event (Trials / Open Tryouts) Open tryouts = event / competition type | Language of the notice itself must be gender-neutral Policy change: all genders now welcome — state clearly Tryout details: date, time, venue, what to bring Tone: welcoming, celebratory of the change |
| Q18 | Type 6 — Volunteer Request Buddy programme = volunteer/request type | Differently abled students have equal rights — do not use pity language Buddy programme: what it involves (escorting, note-sharing, friendship) Empathy: framed as an opportunity to learn, not a chore Whom to submit name to and by when |
| Q19 | Type 5 — Cultural Event Panel discussion on International Girls’ Day | International Girls’ Day — 11 October Why relevant to ALL students — gender equality benefits everyone Panellists from diverse fields: doctor, engineer, farmer, artist Connects to real-world career choices and gender barriers |
| Q20 | Type 4 — General Announcement Anti-discrimination policy notice | School’s zero-tolerance policy for discrimination — stated firmly No names of victims or bullies in the notice Consequences of bullying behaviour Safe reporting mechanism — whom to report to |
Theme 5 — Indian Culture, Heritage & Constitutional Values (Q21–Q25)
| Question no. | Notice Type | Value Points to Include |
| Q21 | Type 5 — Cultural Event Constitution Day assembly = cultural event | Constitution Day — 26 November Preamble reading, enactment of framers’ stories Fundamental Rights discussion — which ones, why they matter Make students curious: one interesting teaser about the programme |
| Q22 | Type 6 — Volunteer / Request Seeking cultural ambassadors = volunteer call | Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat — GOI programme Cultural exchange: Manipuri dance + home culture National integration through art and performance What being a cultural ambassador involves |
| Q23 | Type 5 — Cultural Event Traditional Crafts Fair = cultural event | Indian art forms: Madhubani, Warli, Pattachitra, Kolam Proceeds to artisan families — social responsibility How to register a craft — name the process Art integration: art forms + English + community service |
| Q24 | Type 4 — General Announcement Library resource announcement | Regional languages — Tamil, Bengali, Marathi, Kannada, Odia Picture books + translated editions = accessible to all NEP 2020 — multilingualism as strength, not barrier Make it exciting — create curiosity about other languages |
| Q25 | Type 3 — Trip / Excursion Village visit = trip type | Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana — GOI rural development scheme Interact with farmers and artisans — real experiential learning Documentation team — role, responsibilities, equipment needed Rural India as classroom — NEP 2020 beyond-school learning |
Theme 6 — Community Service & Civic Responsibility (Q26–Q30)
| Question no. | Notice Type | Value Points to Include |
| Q26 | Type 6 — Request / Donation Drive Relief material collection = request type | Flood situation: factual, not sensational Specific items needed: dry food, warm clothes, blankets, medicines Collection point and deadline in school Urgency without panic — humanitarian tone |
| Q27 | Type 6 — Volunteer Request Seeking peer tutors = volunteer call | Peer learning = NEP 2020 collaborative education Teaching others improves your own understanding Subjects and classes to tutor — specific details What tutors receive: certificate, community hours |
| Q28 | Type 6 — Volunteer Request Old age home volunteers = request type | Loneliness in elderly — acknowledged with empathy Activities: reading, games, conversation — specific Every Saturday — regular commitment, not a one-time event What volunteers gain: empathy, wisdom, life perspective |
| Q29 | Type 6 — Request / Petition Drive Student-led petition = community request | Road safety is a civic right — Article 21 (Right to Life) Petition drive: date, location, how to sign Notice will go to Municipal Corporation — real civic action Every signature counts — democratic participation |
| Q30 | Type 4 — General Announcement Policy enforcement + reminder | No single-use plastic policy — restate the rule Specific violations observed (straws, bags, cups) Strict action from next week — clear warning Alternatives available in school (steel bottles, cloth bags) |
Theme 7 — Critical Thinking & HOTs Challenges (Q31–Q35)
| Question no. | Notice Type | Value Points to Include |
| Q31 | Type 4 — General Announcement Corrigendum = correction announcement | Refer to previous notice clearly (date + topic) State exactly what was WRONG (date, fee) State what is CORRECT — bold and clear “Disregard the earlier notice” — must be stated explicitly |
| Q32 | Type 2 — Meeting After identifying errors, rewritten notice = meeting type | Errors: “student” not “students”, “inform” not “informed”, “their” not “there”, no school name, no word NOTICE, “Plz” is informal Rewrite with correct format: school name, NOTICE, date, heading, body, name, designation Body must answer 5 W’s — What, Where, When, Who, Whom to contact Third person throughout — no “Plz”, no casual language |
| Q33 | Type 5 — Cultural Event Children’s Day event within ₹5000 budget | Chosen event must be realistic within ₹5,000 Justification: 2 clear lines explaining the choice Notice: all 7 parts, 50 words, third person, formal Budget constraint = real-world planning skill |
| Q34 | Type 3 / Type 5 / Type 6 Depends on activity chosen: trip / event / volunteer request | Reason for choosing: one clear, well-argued sentence Notice type must match the chosen activity correctly All 7 parts present, 50-word body, British date format Decision reflects a value — sustainability / empathy / civic duty |
Theme 8 — Experiential & Joyful Learning (Q36–Q40)
| Question no. | Notice Type | Value Points to Include |
| Q35 | Type 6 — Request / Sign-up Sign up for rotation week = request type | Kitchen garden = science + nutrition + life skill in one Rotation schedule — Classes VI, VII, VIII each get a week What students will learn: planting, watering, harvesting How to sign up — class teacher / club secretary |
| Q36 | Type 4 — General Announcement School-wide reading initiative launch | Book title and author — a translated Indian classic How and where to collect the book Discussion format at end of month — class or assembly Make it exciting — one intriguing line about the book’s story |
| Q37 | Type 4 — General Announcement New school initiative — No Textbook Fridays | What happens on Fridays: games, experiments, art, storytelling Address parent concern: no loss of learning — experiential IS learning Classes VI–VIII — mention specifically Frame as a gift, not a holiday — joyful learning language |
| Q38 | Type 1 — Event Night sky observation = event type | Exact date, time, venue (school terrace) What will be observed: constellations, planets, moon Telescopes provided by astronomy club One sentence of wonder — spark curiosity without being informal |
| Q39 | Type 5 — Cultural Event Language Festival = cultural event type | Any Indian language accepted — including mother tongue Forms: poem, song, joke, riddle, story Why many languages = strength: India’s diversity is its identity How to register: name, language, form of presentation |