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 ### Assignment Extensions
 
-We understand that life happens and want to provide you with the support you need. If you need to request an extension, please fill out [this form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPY_gOcPqEp4ccDxNTHpj0e6BiM7WFhK1t7tVmzFEJWNwfbg/viewform?usp=sf_link). Submissions to the form will be visible only to the course instructors, the DSP Lead and Grading Leads.
+We understand that life happens and want to provide you with the support you need. If you need to request an extension, please fill out [this form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPY_gOcPqEp4ccDxNTHpj0e6BiM7WFhK1t7tVmzFEJWNwfbg/viewform?usp=sf_link). Submissions to the form will be visible only to the course instructors, the DSP Lead and Grading Leads. <strong>Please ensure that extension requests are submitted before the deadline to assure timely response on our end.</strong>
 
 <u><strong>Please read the entirety of the form and its instructions before/while submitting a regrade to reduce confusion</strong></u>. Extension requests with reasons pertaining to: *busy weeks, midterms, and projects* will be approved if submitted **3 days in advance of the assignment’s due date**, as these situations should be evident *well in advance*.