When You Need To Explain A Late Submission messages in a Friendly tone

I appreciate your time reviewing this.

I wanted to follow up with my assignment and apologize for the delay.

I understand deadlines matter—I take responsibility for missing this one.

I understand if this impacts my grade—just wanted to submit the work regardless.

I’m sorry this is coming in after the due date—I’ve attached my completed work.

I wanted to check in regarding the assignment I submitted late and see if there’s anything else I should do.

I wanted to apologize for the late submission. I should have communicated sooner.

I understand this may not be eligible for full credit.