Resource 2: Sample writing frame of a letter that you can use to help your students write independently

To

The Headmistress,
D.D.B. Girls’ High School,
Golaghat

Date: 1st June, 2014

Subject: Request for leave of absence

Madam,

I would like to inform you that I could not attend my classes on 28th and 29th May, 2014 because I was suffering from fever. A medical certificate is enclosed with this application for your consideration.

I hope you will kindly grant me leave of absence for these two days.

Yours faithfully,

Barsha Dutta
Roll No. 32
Class IX A