TUTORS & TEST PREP
Visitation Academy doesn't endorse any outside tutor or test prep organization. The information provided below has been forwarded to our attention and we are alerting you to these opportunities in case you are interested in test prep as an option. Click the arrow to the right to read more.
Tutor List and Test Prep
PRACTICE TESTS
An effective way to determine which test, the ACT or SAT, may yield a better result is to take practice tests. The Princeton Review offers free practice tests:
FREE ACT Practice Test - Princeton Review
FREE SAT Practice Tests - Princeton Review
FREE PRACTICE TIMED TESTS - PRINCETON REVIEW
The Princeton Review offers free, timed, practice ACT/SAT tests for students. Call (314) 300-2453 or 1-800-273-8439, or go to http://www.princetonreview.com/ Viz also partners with The Princeton Review to offer ACT Prep Classes (taught at Viz on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings) each spring leading up to the April and June national test dates. There is no fall class offered. However, for families who would like to pursue a fall test prep option, The Princeton Review offers classes in the area. Visit www.princetonreivew.com to understand available options.
FREE VIRTUAL PRACTICE TESTS - StudyPoint, Inc.
StudyPoint is offering the practice test events, and since they do so virtually, you can take the practice test from your home. Anyone who participates will also receive a free score analysis that breaks down how you did by section, question type, and content area so you can get a sense for where you might want to do some review prior to the real thing. They run multiple practice tests each week. If you're interested you can view available dates and register for a test at https://site.studypoint.com/virtual-practice-tests.
LOCAL TUTORS OFFERING OPTIONS
The Counseling department keeps a list of tutors that have been recommended from families. Visitation Academy cannot endorse any one organization, but want to alert our community to the options available. A copy of a list is attached below.
PSAT/SAT PREP
The College Board has partnered with Khan Academy to provide free test preparation for the revised PSAT and SAT tests. During development of the tests, Khan Academy was given exclusive access to the new material.
Access practice tests and tutorial activities via http://www.khanacademy.org or http://www.collegeboard.com
PSAT prep is embedded under SAT practice test instructions;—gives choice on which test to access
ADDITIONAL FREE RESOURCES INCLUDE:
ACT - ACT Academy: https://academy.act.org/
SAT - Kaplan: http://www.kaplan.com/
Additional SAT & ACT Free On-Line Test Prep: http://www.number2.com/
Standardized Test Prep: http://www.testprepreview
Test Prep
Test scores are never the best measure of ourselves but sometimes a means to an end.
Many of these fill up quickly but other options are available. Please note, we are not endorsing any of these workshops.
ACT SUMMER ACADEMY @ St. Simon the Apostle School
$400 eight-day intense review of all the strategies and content that will be tested on the ACT
May 28-30 & June 3-7 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
http://actsummeracademy1.wix.com/act-summer-academy
The ACT Academy, St. Louis, MO
ACT Summer Academy and Boot Camp (wixsite.com)
Arnold, Dr. Mark
Held at Francis Howell Central HS (Tues after school)
(636) 578-5181
Bob Johnson Tutoring
Bob Johnson Tutoring in St. Louis - ACT prep, SAT prep, and Math Tutoring
Cambridge Test Prep. at St. Charles Community College:
St Charles Community College test prep
Carol Blood Tutorial
314-495-4289 (text) M-R
80.00/hour (materials fee 50.00)
College Prep Genius
https://collegeprepgenius.com/
College Preparation Station
https://www.cpsprep.com/our-program
Craig Hannick ACT Prep at SLUH
for more information or to register: http://sluh.org/act.
Sarah Kheriaty ACT Prep at Vianney High School
Fill out the online form to register: ACT Prep
skheriaty@gmail.com
Special Solutions
https://specialsolutions.com/services
Willow Tree Tutoring
AP Test Prep
Revolution Test Prep is now offering free, live, online, AP practice tests for many of the AP subjects, in addition to the SAT/ACT/PSAT practice tests. Practice is essential for students to understand exactly what they will face on test day and if they need additional support now as they work towards the tests in May. Virtual Practice AP Tests are live and proctored by one of our professional tutors. Students can easily register for one or more of the practice tests here. Additionally, we are offering AP information webinars for students throughout the second semester, the first being on February 15th at 7 pm CST. Students can register at this link.
SISTERS RISE UP / University of MI free AP Computer Science tutoring open to women of color (Black, Latina &/or Native Americans) fill out an interest form at: AP Rise Up interest form
Summer Classes
Bob Johnson Tutoring in St. Louis - ACT prep, SAT prep, and Math Tutoring
EYC Academy
Learn a new subject or pursue an interest in Languages, STEM, Film, Photography & more!
Students can choose from a course catalog of over 300 rigorous and engaging courses.
■ Engaging online content can be accessed from any computer with internet access
■ Choose from any of our 8 week courses---see full course listing by clicking here
■ Students have a pacing guide to help keep them on track and state certified teachers will be available to help answer questions and keep them motivated.
Target and Fill Learning Gaps
If K–12 students needs to fill in gaps or accelerate toward grade-level readiness, Exact Path individualized learning paths will meet students where they are and propel them forward with instruction developed just for them, so they are better prepared to start the new school year in the fall.
■ Assess specific learning strengths, needs, and where students are ready to learn
■ Follow a prescribed learning path that adapts in real time based on needs
■ Students earn rewards and monitor their own progress every step of the way and engage with
certified teachers and tutors who will support and build students’ confidence
Please let your students and families know about this exciting opportunity, and have them call me at 314-578-0172 or email me at jholland@eycacademystl.com if they have questions. You can visit our website at www.eycacademystl.org to find out more about our programs.
ACT SUMMER ACADEMY @ St. Simon the Apostle School
11011 Mueller Road St. Louis, MO 63123
$400 eight-day intense review of all the strategies and content that will be tested on the ACT
May 28-30 & June 3-7 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Tutoring
Students should always seek help from their teacher first.
Peer to Peer Tutoring: To access a tutor, students must log into the “VIZ Portal” and click on “Counseling Resources”. Parents cannot access without a VIZ email account. Students must then click “Choose a Tutor” on the top of the page. They should then email the tutor they have selected directly to confirm her availability and coordinate times/locations to meet (1/2 hour before school, during advisory, during a free period, after school and/or virtually). Note that tutors have provided information to indicate which grades & subjects they can tutor and also their schedule availability.
updated 2023
Broberg, Diane
Math tutor-can tutor up through AP Calc BC along with AP statistics
(585) 889-1024
Capasso, Maria
Math tutor
(314) 471-4733
Kate Essig - Viz '10
Former High School English Teacher working on Ph.D. in Education
Experience in teaching AP English, ACT & SAT test prep, and
differentiated instruction for students with learning needs
Franko, Grace
Spanish tutor - all levels up through AP Spanish
grace.a.franko@wustl.edu
(630) 842-0122
Hidalgo, Susie
Education in college admission tests, application preparation –
ACT & SAT tutor
(314) 852-8495
Holly Horn, Spanish Tutoring
(314) 606-7145 cell
hollyhornspanishtutoring@gmail.com
Knabe, Lisa – Former Visitation Employee and Former Math Teacher
Math Tutor
(314) 703-2147
Learning Consultants Inc. - Melissa Bozesky
Testing, Academic Coaching and Reading Specialist
9890 Clayton Road
Ste. 137
Ladue, MO 63124
(314) 222-5886
www.learningconsultantsstl.com
Moss, Gary Ph.D. - Zoom only (first session is free)
Test Prep Consultant and Math Tutor
gary@garymosstutoring.com
(573) 886-9829
Nowels, Ross - Only a Test
(314) 993-3730
rnowels@only-a-test.com
One on One Tutoring
Tutoring by seasoned teachers across all grade levels,
subject areas, & standardized testing.
Main Contact: Jackie Gross
jackie@oneononetutoringstl.com
(314) 484-1231
Owens, Alison
Math tutor - All levels $60/hour
(314) 565-6103
aliowens11@gmail.com
Poth, Chaley
Math Tutor - Algebra 1 • Algebra 2 • College Algebra Geometry • Precalculus • Middle School Math
Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education & Mathematics, Master’s Degree in Mathematics, Tutoring and Classroom Experience as a High School Math Teacher. In-Person tutoring: central location or in-home/summer or school year
chaleypoth@gmail.com
St. Louis University/Institute of Reading Development
* Reading and writing skills Programs for rising 6th-10th graders
* College Prep Program for rising 11th-12th graders and college Freshmen
Classes teach comprehension, writing, textbook skills, vocabulary, reading speed. Weekend and weekday schedules are available.
For more info or to register call 1-800-715-1498.
Special Solutions
Coaching, tutoring, standardized test prep
9225 Manchester Road, Saint Louis, Missouri 63144
(314) 475-5035
https://specialsolutions.com/
Tutor Doctor
St. Peters
(636) 306-3056
https://www.tutordoctor.com/saint-peters/
Waters, Doug
Math Tutor (Retired Pkway secondary math teacher)
Tutors courses ranging from Pre-Algebra to Pre-Calculus since 2015
(314) 346-5002
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TEST PREP COMPANIES
Club Z Tutoring
(314) 499-6223
https://clubztutoring.com/saint-louis/
Darr Tutoring
(314) 793-5480
info@darrtutoring.com
Huntington Learning Center
(636) 536-7800
Kaplan
Kleitz Education Group
(314) 344-9010
BrettK@KleitzEducationGroup.com
The Princeton Review
1.800.2REVIEW
The Princeton Review On-Line Tutoring
Tutoring when you need it – 24/7
$40 for sixty minute blocks and other options
http://www.princetonreview.com/academic-tutoring
Revolution Test Prep
Online Test Prep and tutoring by certified teachers for 10+ years
Revolution Test Prep - Viz
Simply Math & Reading Learning Center
463 Lafayette Center, Manchester, 63011
(636) 256-0022
Sylvan Learning Center
https://www.sylvanlearning.com
Ballwin, MO 63011 (636) 552-4351
Glen Carbon, IL 62034 (618) 307-4556
Lake St. Louis, MO 63367 (636) 445-8300
O'Fallon, IL 62269 (618) 589-0945
Olivette, MO 63132 (314) 997-3035
St. Peters, Missouri 63376 (636) 486-1794
Varsity Tutors
(314) 931-0710
Princeton Review Guarantee: 26 to 31 on ACT
“Present a 26 or higher ACT score. If you complete our course and drills, but do not score a 31 or higher, you will get your money back.”
GUARANTEED SCORE/SCORE INCREASE
Under 29
At least a 5 point increase
29 or higher
Score of at least 34
Other Princeton Review Guarantees
Additional Guarantee scores for SAT can be found on their website:
https://www.princetonreview.com
Practice Standardized Tests for ACT, SAT & PSAT
COMPASS TEST PREP: Compass Practice Tests
PRINCETON REVIEW:
SAT Practice Tests: SAT
ACT Practice Tests: ACT
Visitation Academy does not formally endorse any particular outside tutor or tutoring agency