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Tutor Spotlight: Aster E.

Meet Aster. A recent Physics graduate from Reed College, Aster boasts over 3,000 hours of professional tutoring experience, specializing in SAT/ACT test prep as well as AP Calculus and IB Physics. They bring a deep understanding of test formats and advanced subject material to yield an individualized approach to tutoring sessions. Aster’s teaching philosophy emphasizes clarity, compassion, and mutual collaboration to help students succeed in school and beyond.

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Tutor Spotlight: Maria A.

Meet Maria. With a deep understanding of both foundational and advanced mathematical concepts, Maria is skilled at simplifying complex problems and making them accessible to students. She tailors her tutoring approach to meet the unique needs of each student, helping them build confidence and improve their skills. Whether working through fundamental concepts or preparing for more advanced topics, Maria is dedicated to providing clear and patient guidance to support student success.

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AP & IB Exams North Avenue Education . AP & IB Exams North Avenue Education .

All About AP Precalculus

AP Precalculus offers a path to college math credit and prepares you for rigorous calculus courses. We’ll talk prep strategies and resources so you know how to approach this challenging yet rewarding course effectively.

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Overcoming Math Anxiety

Many students believe they are simply “bad at math” – and that this will always be true for them. However, such convictions may stem from math anxiety, which causes feelings of extreme nervousness or fear when confronted with math questions or new math topics. Math-related anxiety makes it harder to focus on topics as they are being taught, or while completing assessments. While common, there are also many ways to alleviate math anxiety.

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