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Meet Dr. Kelly
I built this program for families who want one experienced person guiding their student from start to finish.
My philosophy
I came to test preparation through teaching, and I have been doing this work for more than twenty-five years. The exams keep changing. What helps students most has stayed the same: an honest look at where they are, and a plan built around how they think.
Most test prep companies are built for volume, with group classes and scripted lessons. That works for some students. Many of the students I work with are bright and anxious, and they do better with a plan made for them.
I teach every session myself, from the first diagnostic through test day. I also review every practice test, so I catch problems early. Over the years I have built a private student dashboard that helps me track each student closely.
Scores matter, and students do improve. Many also come away understanding how they learn best, which helps them long after the test.
Background
My background in brief.
Advanced graduate training.
More than 25 years working one-on-one with students on standardized tests.
SAT, ACT, PSAT, SSAT, and ISEE, at every level.
Guest on education podcasts about test preparation and student anxiety.
I work with families across the United States and abroad.
A private student dashboard where parents can follow assignments and scores.
How I work
What you can count on.
From the first diagnostic through test day.
I build each plan from the diagnostic results, and the lessons and homework change as the student progresses.
I keep parents updated on progress and let you know early if something needs attention.
I take test anxiety seriously and address it as part of the preparation.
I work alone, so I keep my student list small.
I know which kinds of practice raise scores and which ones waste time.
By the numbers
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