Dear [Instructor Name],
Good Morning/Afternoon. My name is [Your Name] and I am in your [Class Name (e. BIOL 1234-01)] course. I am sorry that I have not been able to turn in the last two assignments [or whatever you have been struggling with]. Recently, I have been struggling to focus on my work. I have been overwhelmed by my classes and other things that are going on. I am currently working with [name your support folks and their departments] to help me better manage my time and balance the work I have. I would also greatly appreciate the opportunity to work with you to create a plan for how I can make up these assignments.
Thank you,
[Your Name] [Your Tech ID ex.12345678]
Example
Dear Instructor Pippinpaddleopsicopolis,
Good Morning. My name is Lee and I am in your READ 1112-01 course. I am sorry that I have not been able to participate fully in class. Recently, I have been struggling to focus in the classroom. I have been overwhelmed by my classes and other personal things that are going on. I am currently working with Jeanna Franklin in Wellness Resources and Avery Cook in Accessibility Services to help me better manage my time and stay present during class. I would also greatly appreciate the opportunity to work with you to create a plan for how I can make up those participation points.
Thank you,
Lee Wong 14729105
Dear [Instructor Name],
Good Morning/Afternoon. My name is [Your Name] and I am in your [Class Name (e. BIOL 1234-01)] course. I am sorry that I have missed the last couple of classes. Recently, I have been struggling and overwhelmed and unable to get to class. I am currently working with [Name your on-campus support folks (ex. Avery in Accessibility Services)] to get some support around these concerns. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to work with you to create a plan for how I can make up the work I missed for these classes.
Thank you,
[Your Name] [Your Tech ID ex. 12345678]
Example
Dear Professor Oak,
Good Afternoon. My name is Ash K. and I am in your HASL 1001-22 course. I am sorry that I have missed the last couple of classes. Recently, I have been struggling and overwhelmed and unable to get to class. I am currently working with Carly Reyes in Wellness Resources and Avery Cook in Accessibility Services to get some support around these concerns. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to work with you to create a plan for how I can make up the work I missed for these classes.
Thank you,
Ash Ketchem Tech ID 12396411
Dear [Instructor Name],
Good Morning/Afternoon. My name is [Your Name] and I am in your [Class Name (e. BIOL 1234-01)] course. I wanted to reach out about [Name of Assignment] assignment that we have coming up. I’ve been reading over the instructions on the syllabus/D2L, but I still don’t understand how I’m supposed to approach this assignment or organize my thoughts. I’m feeling a bit lost and overwhelmed and was wondering if we could find a time to talk this through more so I could get on track. This is what I currently understand: [list things here]. Here are some specific questions I have about this assignment: [list specific questions here]. [Include here if you are using any campus resources to support you].
Thank you,
[Your Name] [Your Tech ID ex. 12345678]
Example
Dear Instructor Splinter,
Good Evening. My name is Donatello and I am in your HIST 2981-01 course. I wanted to reach out about History of the Foot Clan Essay assignment that we have coming up. I’ve been reading over the instructions on the syllabus/D2L, but I still don’t understand how I’m supposed to approach this assignment or organize my thoughts. I’m feeling a bit lost and overwhelmed and was wondering if we could find a time to talk this through more so I could get on track. I currently understand the timeline of events that lead to the uprising however some specific questions I have about this assignment are: how did that impact New York and how can I format the paper in a way that makes sense. I have a meeting scheduled in the CAS for this upcoming Thursday with Seth but am not sure if this will be enough.
Thank you,
Donatello Turtle #15390331
Dear [Instructor Name],
Good Morning/Afternoon. My name is [Your Name] and I am in your [Class Name (e. BIOL 1234-01)] course. I wanted to reach out about the quiz/test that we have coming up. I’ve been looking over my notes and the study guide on D2L, but I still don’t understand how I’m supposed to approach studying for this quiz/test. I’m feeling a bit lost and overwhelmed. I’ve scheduled a time to connect with a tutor in the CAS to discuss some study strategies but am not sure if this will be enough. Would it be possible for us to find a time to talk this through more so I could get on track? I’m really concerned about the following topics [list specific concerns] and am not sure how to organize myself to study effectively.
Thank you,
[Your Name] [Your Tech ID ex. 12345678]
Example
Dear Instructor Dumbledore,
Good afternoon. My name is Harry Potter (he/him) and I am in your MAGIK 3001-02 course. I wanted to reach out about the test that we have coming up. I’ve been looking over my notes and the study guide on D2L, but I still don’t understand how I’m supposed to approach studying for this test. I’m feeling a bit lost and overwhelmed. I’ve scheduled a time to connect with a tutor in the CAS to discuss some study strategies but am not sure if this will be enough. Would it be possible for us to find a time to talk this through more so I could get on track? I’m really concerned about the following topics wand waving and battling Voldemort and am not sure how to organize myself to study effectively.
Thank you,
Harry J. Potter #11544934
Hi,
My name is [Your Name] and I would like help with [list problem, concern, or task]. Please contact me by [phone or email and list information].
Thank you,
[Your Name] [Your Tech ID ex. 12345678]
Example
Hi,
My name is Percy and I would like help with setting up my classes for the Fall 2024 semester. Please contact me by email (seagod@gmail.com).
Thank you,
Percy Jackson 12345678
Hello,
My name is [Name] and I’m wondering if you could help me [area or situation you're needing help with*]. Could you please contact me by [give email or phone contact information]. If this is not something you can help me with, could you help me figure out who to contact?
Thank you,
[Your Name] [Your Tech ID ex.12345678]
Tips:
It is not necessary to include excessive information, but it is helpful to know what kind of help you are needing. Some examples of areas of help you are needing could include:
- food support
- help with housing
- help finding childcare
- help paying for…
- transportation or car repair
- safety concerns
- needing clarification or help figuring something out
Example:
Hello,
My name is Mia Thermopolis and I’m wondering if you could help me find and pay for child care during the semester. Could you please contact me by email (miaisaprincess@gmail.com). If this is not something you can help me with, could you help me figure out who to contact?
Thank you,
Mia Thermopolis #12345678
Hi,
My name is [Your First and Last Name] and I would like more information about [Mental Health Support Available, Scheduling an Appointment, Other Reason for Contacting the Mental Health Professional]. Please contact me by [Phone, Email].
Thank you,
[Your Name] [Your Tech ID ex. 12345678] [Your Phone Number]
Example
Hi,
My name is Oleander Obu and I would like more information about the free mental health resources available to me as an SCTCC student. Please contact me by replying to this email.
Thank you,
Oleander O. Tech ID: 12345678 Phone: 3203085096
Hello.
My name is [Your Name] and I am needing some additional help in (CLASS NAME) taught by (INSTRUCTOR NAME). I am currently struggling with my understanding of (CLASS CONCEPT) and would like to get some additional help.
Please contact me back at (CELL PHONE NUMBER) or you can email me at (BEST EMAIL ADDRESS). I am available on (DAYS OF THE WEEK) at (TIME OF DAY).
Thank you.
(YOUR NAME AND STAR ID)
Example
Hello.
My name is Ali and I am needing some additional help in ESOL 0720-01 taught by Melissanne Frank. I am currently struggling with my understanding of sentence structure and would like to get some additional help.
Please contact me back at 320-213-5291 or you can email me at aliisthebest@google.com. I am available on Mondays and Tuesdays at 9am, 11am, and 2pm.
Thank you.
Ali M. #15622488
Hey!
My name is [Your Name] and I am looking for some information on getting started with Accessibility Services. I have [name disability or underlying condition] and I am looking to see if I would be eligible for disability accommodations. Please let me know my next steps on this. The best way to contact me is [call (#), email (address), or text (#)].
I look forward to your response,
[Your Name] [Your Tech ID]
Example
Hey!
My name is Matilda and I am looking for some information on getting started with Accessibility Services. I have chronic migraines and ADHD and I am looking to see if I would be eligible for disability accommodations. Please let me know my next steps on this. The best way to contact me is via email (matilda@bookworm.com).
I look forward to your response,
Matilda M. 00452879
Hello Instructor [Name],
My name is [Your Name] and I am in your [Class Name (e. BIOL 1234-01)] course. I am reaching out to share my accommodation plan, which is attached to this email. Please feel free to reach out to me or to Accessibility Services (cc’d on this email) if you have any questions about implementing my accommodations in your course.
I look forward to working with you,
[Your Name] [Your Tech ID ex. 12345678]
Example
Hello Instructor Wayne,
My name is Damien and I am in your BATS 1234-01 course. I am reaching out to share my accommodation plan, which is attached to this email. Please feel free to reach out to me or to Accessibility Services (cc’d on this email) if you have any questions about implementing my accommodations in your course.
I look forward to working with you,
Damien Wayne 78945612