Before
Oliver was very disruptive again today and ignored multiple instructions. This behaviour is becoming unacceptable and needs to improve.
Built for the moment before send.
The email you're not quite sure about.
Zaza Draft is the second pair of eyes that catches what you'd catch yourself, if you weren't this tired. For teachers, that means preventing the mistakes you only make at 9:47 pm on a Sunday.
Built by Dr Greg Blackburn, PhD
PhD-level pedagogy
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How Draft restores clarity
Your Input
Rough notes or bullet points
Sam is not paying attention in class.
Tone Selection
Choose your tone and risk posture
Supportive, Formal, Concise, or Neutral
Calmer Draft
Clear, school-appropriate wording
I wanted to reach out regarding Sam's recent focus challenges...
See Draft in Action
From parent emails to report comments and difficult conversations - four moments where wording matters.
What I almost wrote at 10 pm on a Sunday.
The behaviour note
After
I wanted to let you know that Oliver found it challenging to stay focused during today's lesson despite several reminders. We are continuing to support him in developing positive classroom habits and would really appreciate your partnership in reinforcing these expectations at home.
Honestly? This is what I wanted to send.
That angry parent reply
Before
I have read your email and I think you are misunderstanding the situation. Mia was not singled out and the consequence was the same one every other student received. I have been teaching for nine years and I do not appreciate being accused of being unfair when I have done nothing wrong. If you have concerns please book a meeting through the office.
After
Thank you for taking the time to write to me. I can hear how concerned you are about Mia, and I want you to know I take that seriously. I'd welcome the chance to talk this through properly so I can share what happened from my perspective and hear more about Mia's experience. Would a phone call this week work, or would you prefer to come in? Either way, I'd like us to find a way forward together.
The line I'd written and rewritten four times.
The report comment
Before
Lukas is significantly behind grade level in reading and shows little motivation to improve. He is easily distracted in lessons and rarely completes homework on time. Without major intervention at home, I am concerned he will continue to fall behind.
After
Lukas is currently working below the expected level in reading and would benefit from additional support to build confidence. In class, he engages most strongly when given shorter, structured tasks with clear next steps. I'd like to discuss a small set of strategies we could try together, both in school and at home, to help him develop a more consistent reading routine.
What you write when you're at the end of your tether.
Saying no without burning the bridge
Before
I am sorry but I cannot meet that deadline. I have over 60 reports to write and three other parents asking for additional information this week. I will get to it when I can but please understand I am not able to drop everything for one student.
After
Thank you for reaching out, and for being clear about what would be most useful for you. I want to give your request the proper attention it deserves rather than a rushed reply. I'll be able to get back to you with a thorough response by next Friday. If anything is time-sensitive in the meantime, please let me know and I'll do my best to prioritize it.
Why Zaza Draft
Teacher-first
Understands parent emails, behaviour notes, report comments, and the emotional register of schools.
You stay in control
It's a second pair of eyes, not an auto-sender. You review every word before it leaves your inbox.
A note from the founder
I built Zaza Draft because I kept hearing the same thing from teachers in my circle: "I'm not worried about writing the email. I'm worried about how it'll be read."
Zaza Draft is the second pair of eyes I wished they'd had. Built quietly, by someone who's spent twenty years watching brilliant educators burn out over wording.
Dr Greg Blackburn, PhD Professional Education
For the messages that matter more than they should.
The message you won’t regret tomorrow
Especially the one you almost sent differently. Just a calmer draft you can review, trust, and send.
If ChatGPT gives you text, Zaza Draft is the tool that helps you send the version you will not regret tomorrow.