LaSalle II Magnet School – LaSalle II Spring Thaw Fundraiser
Auction Ends: Apr 3, 2009 06:00 PM CDT

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Math Tutoring with Path2Math

Item Number
151
Estimated Value
100 USD
Opening Bid
25 USD

Item Description

1 hour or two 30 minute sessions for math tutoring with Amy Gould, founder and tutor of Path2Math.

The guiding principle of Amy’s approach is this: there is more than one path to success. Forcing students to solve problems in a way that is counter-intuitive shuts them down. By teaching them to be flexible in their thinking, Amy not only gives them the power to overcome academic obstacles, but also provides them with a skill that will set them up to achieve in other areas of life.

Sessions begin using the text and techniques of the student’s current math teacher. If these prove ineffective, Amy will introduce alternative techniques until she and the student find one that works. Most students work with Amy for the entire academic year, with a standing weekly appointment of 45 minutes to 1½ hours, depending on age, skill level, and math goals. Additional sessions are sometimes recommended if the student has a quiz or test to prepare for.

Tutoring is most effective when the parents get involved. Parents are asked to facilitate weekly communication between their child and Amy concerning his or her assignments and performance in school.