ActiveMinds Tutoring, LLC: Your source for expert support for the College Admission Essay. Rising Seniors, check out these workshops, led by a former Harvard admissions officer. June and July in Newton.
Exclusive Newton North and South discount: register by May 26th for $50 off. By referring a friend who also signs up you get ANOTHER $50 off. This price INCLUDES a one-hour private session!
For additional details and to sign up please visit www.activemindstutoring.com.
Writer and editor with 20+ years of experience available to help rising seniors craft compelling college application essays. Take the stress and mystery out of the process with supportive professional coaching. Former students have been accepted to their top choice schools. Will assist with any or all stages of writing. Testimonials/references available. Contact Toni Abrams at toniabrams@gmail.com or 339-927-1022.
Summer is a great time to do Fall test prep and to get those college essays done! SAT/ACT/SSAT/ISEE
Former Brookline and Concord teacher, thirty years experience (grades 1-12,) classroom teacher, middle and high school English teacher, Reading Specialist, “executive functioning” specialist.
Available to help students with individualized test prep and help kids develop skills, strategies, confidence. Excellent parent and professional references.
Contact Cynthia Carpenter at 978-952-8871 or cscarp@gmail.com
Think you can write your college application essay the night before it’s due? Think again! Writing a standout essay doesn’t happen overnight. In this Newton Community education class, you’ll work with a professional writer who will help you choose your topic and improve your writing style. You’ll start by discussing what colleges are looking for, and then, you’ll write. You’ll receive weekly written feedback on your essays as well as helpful critiques from your classmates. By the end of the class, you’ll be well on your way towards completion of two Common Application essays, and you’ll get a handle on other essays your college applications may require. You can take the class at Newton North or Newton South.
Newton South – 4 Wednesdays, June 28th – July 19th, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Newton North – 4 Thursdays, June 29th – July 20th, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Visit newtoncommunityed.org or call 617-559-6999 for more information.
ASA Hoops is hosting camps in Newton starting June 26th and running through the end of August. Camps are for boys/girls, ages 7-16 and run daily from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. There are a limited amount of partial scholarships are still available for those in need. For more information contact Coachb@asahoops.com or to register, visit: www.asahoops.com/camps.
The City of Newton’s Executive Office, Health and Human Services Department and Newton Public Schools are currently working on promoting out-of-school time for middle schoolers. While all young people benefit from out of school time activities that help them grow and learn, middle school tends to be an age when student participation decreases. While we are still in the early stages of this work, we have created a
While all young people benefit from out of school time activities that help them grow and learn, middle school tends to be an age when student participation decreases. While still in the early stages of this work, they have created a webpage on the City website to help families find summer options for their middle schooler, as well as provide other valuable information like financial aid tips, helpful links and more. They will be continually adding more to the webpage in the coming months but with summer coming up, wanted to share now to help with planning. Feedback and ideas are welcome.
Click here for a link to the Middle School resources web page.
Affordable and Effective SAT Private Tutoring. Looking to get a head-start on SAT preparation for your child? Winston Tutors is here for you!
Founded by a recent Newton South alumni who has developed a unique approach to tackling the SAT, Winston Tutors promises RESULTS with a competitive price. Students who have initially struggled with the SAT have seen their score increase by 300 points from just a few sessions. With over three years of experience helping high-school students achieve their full potentials, Winston Tutors will guide your child to success through an individualized study plan.
For inquiries, please contact Winston Jiang at 617-309-7910 or wtjiang7788@yahoo.com. References from past and current students are available upon request!
ActiveMinds Tutoring, LLC: Your source for in-home SUMMER tutoring to stay sharp and ahead! Effective, personalized and convenient. All grades/all subjects, including test preparation. For Rising Seniors, check out their College Admission Essay Workshops in Newton in June and July.
For details please visit the website at www.activemindstutoring.com.
Parents are aware of the phenomenon called “Summer Brain Drain”. This can be prevented by having a professional academic coach work with your student on writing, math, or a multitude of other areas during July and August. Next Level Up Academic Coaching can provide the push, focus, and perspective needed for your student to begin the next school year with momentum and hit the ground running. They have been working with Newton families since 2009 and their professional academic coaches help students build all of the necessary skills to be successful: organizational and time management skills, effort, fundamentals, and positive study habits. Contact for a quick response. 781-540-1123, info@nextleveluptutoring.com, www.nextleveluptutoring.com.
Experienced tutor available this summer. A former public school teacher who is currently working at MassBay Community College, Haralie Alpert tutors K-5th grade reading, writing and math and also works with middle school, high school and college age students (writing, note taking, summarizing stories/text, organizational skills, test preparation, self-advocacy). Please contact Haralie Alpert, M.Ed., MS at haralie@gmail.com or 617-630-0608.