How do I ask my professor to give me an extension of time on assignments after my mom died today?

[Anonymous]

my mom died today and my mind is in shambles i have 4 tests due on Sunday and they’re all worth a lot of points but i can’t focus and i need extra time i can’t fail these tests
how do i ask my professors to give me an extension of time, how do i word it? do i have to give proof?

[Mradvice24601]

Im so sorry this has happened to you. I heart goes out to you.

Im sure of you explain it to them in an email that this unfortunate event has happened. If they don't believe you then the school is toxic. Because who would lie about that.

Just a short simple email saying something like..

"Good morning/afternoon professor,

My family and I are going though a rough time right now as my mother has just passed away. I know I have a due date with you for an assignment, but I was hoping I might be granted an extension given the recent events. I'd be very grateful if you could help me with this. If not, I understand given that this is a professional school, however just be aware that my work will not be submitted but the due date, for obvious reasons.

Thank you


Something like that maybe? Again, I'm so sorry this happened

[IMuser]

I wish for you the strength to live on and make your mother proud of you.

As for the email, something direct would make sense.

Good evening
I regretfully inform this to you that my mother has died today and understandably, it had a huge impact on me. I am well aware of the upcoming tests and their importance however the grief i have will not allow me to be able to take the test.

If it is possible, i would like to request you to give a time extension as it would help me to perform better in the tests.

Your kind gesture will be appreciated
{Your name}

[Flower7]

I don’t think they would be so cruel as to require proof. I mean, who would lie about something like that?

For wording:
“Is there any way I could have an extension on the assignments and tests that we have coming up? My mom passed away today and it’s hard for me to concentrate on my schoolwork right now.”

[dustybiker]

Make one call to the office of the school and let them inform your teachers you need an extension and are taking time off. I’m sorry about your mom. I lost my own not too long ago. I was a mess for the first three months.

[ArrowheadSW]

Sorry to hear of your loss. She must have been fairly young?

[JohnK123]

Um ok
if ur mom died why are u on gag u should be grieving talking with family etc

[Asker]

i am grieving but i have tests that are worth major points for the grade and i will have to retake the entire courses if i don’t do them. i need to figure out what to say to my professors.
if ur just gonna judge, u can leave.

[JohnK123]

That’s not judging that’s just facts
Well i would think, as a human being, your MOTHERS DEATH is more important THAN A TEST. Unless u from the east well then ha your entire family could die and u wouldn’t care

[jimmy2]

God bless you dear

[jimmy2]

If its in the paper just so an obituary