Math Tutoring Success Stories!
"I want to tell you how incredibly satisfied we are with you. Not only did Tasch improve her SAT math score by 90 points after your help, she continues to improve at math under your guidance. You make the lessons fun and explain concepts in a way that she understands them. She has gone from disliking math to enjoying it and looks forward to your visit every week. Besides being a wonderful teacher, you are an intelligent, likable individual who seems capable of getting along with people of all ages. Thanks again!"
Shani, Greenwich
"Fortunately for our family, we found Jeanette when my oldest daughter was having difficulty with Math in her senior year of High School. We were only weeks away from the end of the first marking period and she was failing; we knew this would have a detrimental impact on her college applications and we knew we had to find tutoring assistance. Jeanette had an immediate impact and enabled my daughter to achieve a passing grade for the marking period, which we felt was very nearly a miracle. We engaged Jeanette for the balance of the school year and my daughter ended up with an A in the class and a more complete understanding of the subject than she would have without Jeanette's help.
The following year my second daughter was taking Advanced Math in her sophomore year of High School and was having a bad experience with the teaching skills of her teacher. This time we were lucky because a search was not necessary; we knew who to call. Jeanette has been working with my second daughter since that time. Jeanette was not only able to provide a thorough and deep background for the higher level math courses my daughter took during her sophomore and junior years but she also provided invaluable help in SAT prep. At this point we don't intend to leave anything to chance and have already arranged for Jeanette's assistance with my daughter's senior year math class as well.
I am not able to fully express the value that I believe Jeanette adds with her tutoring skills. She is incredibly knowledgeable and versatile in terms of math concepts across the spectrum. She is a warm and engaging teacher that has a wonderful ability to make math relatable to students with both basic and advanced level skills. Jeanette has truly been a lifesaver for our family and I have the highest regard for her personally and professionally. I am grateful that we found her several years ago and I would provide the very highest recommendation to anyone needing assistance with any level of math."
Joanne L., Fairfield
"Jeanette. Wow! You really helped Clay! Thank you! He made 80% on his test! So now he has a C-. Let’s keep this up so he can come out with a B at the end of the semester!!!!"
Mellany, Darien
"I just wanted to touch base with you. After you came on Monday, Morgan, although not excited about having a tutor, came out of the session really positive. She really seemed to click with you and she made some significant headway with her problems in Pre-Calculus. In fact she had a test yesterday that she thought she did well on. Thanks again! We'd like to continue working with you on a weekly basis--I'll give you a call."
Debbie, Norwalk
"As you know, Jeanette Chagaris tutored Annie on her calculus these past 2 years. While Annie has always been strong in math, she did struggle a bit with calculus and called on Jeanette quite a few times, often at the last minute before an exam. I know Jeanette was always very accommodating and flexible and was able to help Annie with her questions. Annie always found the sessions helpful--Jeanette knew the material and knew how to get the concepts across well. Annie did very well at Greenwich High School, graduating in June as the salutatorian in a class of 600. She is heading off to Dartmouth in a few weeks to begin her freshman year."
Charlene, Greenwich
"Thank you Jeanette for all your help and kindness to Charlie during the past year. As you may know she is thrilled to have been offered a place at BU under the early decision process. Your help was pivotal in this success. We wish you good wishes for the year and will be in touch shortly."
(2 years later...)
"You provided Charlie with expert tuition, at all times conducted with a high level of professionalism and consideration. Under your guidance, she developed and enhanced her learning skills and ability, which prepared her for the SATs in which she performed very well. Additionally, under your guidance and encouragement, she gained a greater confidence in herself, reflected in her school work during her senior year in high school, and ultimately resulted in her decision to go for 'early admission' to BU, where she was accepted. She continues to do well, is clearly thriving, and looking forward to returning this week for her Junior year."
Claire and John, Weston
"Hilary didn't require a lot of tutoring in Math, but the help you gave her assisted her in understanding some of the fundamentals that she had not picked up in class. This gave her the confidence she needed. She finished up Pre-Calculus last year with an A- and will be taking AP Calculus in her senior year at the high school! You were there when she needed help, and I would recommend you to anyone looking for some help."
Pamela, Greenwich
"I just thought I would let you know that Julia was really happy with the first session and working with you. She told me that today in class they covered some problems that you had helped her with and she was soooo proud to say that she understood."
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"Guess what...good news...Julia got an A in math. Only 2 kids in her class got A’s. We know it is due to your fine tutoring skills. Oh, I just realized you saw her on Saturday and she probably told you. Anyway, I wanted to pass on my personal thanks." ....
"We were 100% happy with you and think that you are the absolute BEST. You met with Julia twice specifically to focus on the strategies for taking the Math SAT. As I recall, the improvement was 70 points. There's no denying, that's an excellent result. I recommend your services whenever the subject of tutoring comes up."
Jennifer, Rowayton
"Just a quick note to say hello and update you as to Christen's progress. She applied to 7 colleges last fall and was accepted at 6! All Southern schools, which was a must by her, and though not accepted at University of Georgia, she had many choices. She started classes at University of South Carolina on August 18th and is loving it! (Even Statistics!) If you remember, our main concern was to improve her math as writing had always been a strength. She took the SAT's twice last fall........English score never varied more than a few points, and total score in math surpassed the English score. Thank you Jeanette! I have two more....a junior and sophomore that when the time is right, we'll be in touch. Many thanks"
Peggy, Fairfield
"We have been very pleased with Ashley's progress. Your instruction was very good and you truly cared about Ashley's progress. Additionally, you were very flexible to adapt to Ashley's test schedules and accommodate her needs. As an aside I would like to start up again if possible. Could you give us a call at home? Thanks"
Elizabeth, Westport
"Jeanette, you were an excellent tutor, and without your assistance, I would not have been able to pass Intermediate Algebra, a required course for the degree I am currently pursuing. Thank you again Jeanette."
Tony, Stamford
"Our experience with Jeanette, our math tutor, was wonderful. She was very accommodating to our needs. When we needed her more than once a week, because of an impending test, she was always available. Jeanette was very helpful each week. She gave Richard the math instruction that he never received properly in school. Now Richard is going to high school - we hope with a more competent math teacher. However, if the need arises for supplementary math lessons, we shall be sure to contact Jeanette for her teaching services."
Ruth, Fairfield
(4 years later…)
January:
"Hi Jeanette, I thought you might just like to know that I got an offer today to go to Cambridge University. It’s conditional on me getting three 5s on my APs this May, but I’m going to work really, really hard so that I can do it! I’ve got to work hard on that AP Calculus! I’m really, really excited!! As for Calculus, I am not a natural mathematician; however, I do think that when I study a lot I do perform pretty well. Prep has had a good history with this exam. Our teacher is tough but excellent, and I will luckily have your expertise as well. A 5 will be difficult, but it’s not out of the realm of possibility. Anyway, thanks for the congratulations (and thanks again for helping me get an A on my midterm. I felt really proud about that, in spite of my miserable second quarter). It was a very happy day yesterday at our home."
Richard, Fairfield
June:
"Hi Jeanette, I hope you are enjoying your summer and your travels. The AP scores were made available this evening. I just wanted to thank you SO MUCH for helping me with Calculus. Against all the odds and against my enormous self-doubts, I did it. I GOT A 5!!! I can’t believe it, and I know I owe it to your hours of patience and dedication. Of all my exam scores, this is the one of which I most proud. Oh, and by the way, I met my offer from Cambridge. I’m officially 100% going there now! I guess months of isolation from society and hours of testing did pay off. Again, I can’t thank you enough for all your years of help. It has paid off more than I could have ever expected. Maybe I shouldn’t totally abandon math, after all!"
Richard, Fairfield
I want to thank you for the help that you were able to give Claudia this year with a very taxing work load. Assigned honors for math, (as well as French, and English), Claudia quickly became overwhelmed. You were more than up to the task. You were compassionate, flexible, and prepared. The combination of humor, top skills, and focus were perfect for my daughter and helped her digest the material and feel positive about her ability. Thank you for the service you provided my daughter.
Linda, New Canaan
"Hi Jeanette, hope you're having a nice Thanksgiving! My test went well--the first time I took the GMAT, I was in the 20th percentile in math, yesterday I was in the 40th and my total score went from 515 to 640, so that should be high enough for the school I'm looking at. Thanks for all of your help!"
Gail, Westport
Shani, Greenwich
"Fortunately for our family, we found Jeanette when my oldest daughter was having difficulty with Math in her senior year of High School. We were only weeks away from the end of the first marking period and she was failing; we knew this would have a detrimental impact on her college applications and we knew we had to find tutoring assistance. Jeanette had an immediate impact and enabled my daughter to achieve a passing grade for the marking period, which we felt was very nearly a miracle. We engaged Jeanette for the balance of the school year and my daughter ended up with an A in the class and a more complete understanding of the subject than she would have without Jeanette's help.
The following year my second daughter was taking Advanced Math in her sophomore year of High School and was having a bad experience with the teaching skills of her teacher. This time we were lucky because a search was not necessary; we knew who to call. Jeanette has been working with my second daughter since that time. Jeanette was not only able to provide a thorough and deep background for the higher level math courses my daughter took during her sophomore and junior years but she also provided invaluable help in SAT prep. At this point we don't intend to leave anything to chance and have already arranged for Jeanette's assistance with my daughter's senior year math class as well.
I am not able to fully express the value that I believe Jeanette adds with her tutoring skills. She is incredibly knowledgeable and versatile in terms of math concepts across the spectrum. She is a warm and engaging teacher that has a wonderful ability to make math relatable to students with both basic and advanced level skills. Jeanette has truly been a lifesaver for our family and I have the highest regard for her personally and professionally. I am grateful that we found her several years ago and I would provide the very highest recommendation to anyone needing assistance with any level of math."
Joanne L., Fairfield
"Jeanette. Wow! You really helped Clay! Thank you! He made 80% on his test! So now he has a C-. Let’s keep this up so he can come out with a B at the end of the semester!!!!"
Mellany, Darien
"I just wanted to touch base with you. After you came on Monday, Morgan, although not excited about having a tutor, came out of the session really positive. She really seemed to click with you and she made some significant headway with her problems in Pre-Calculus. In fact she had a test yesterday that she thought she did well on. Thanks again! We'd like to continue working with you on a weekly basis--I'll give you a call."
Debbie, Norwalk
"As you know, Jeanette Chagaris tutored Annie on her calculus these past 2 years. While Annie has always been strong in math, she did struggle a bit with calculus and called on Jeanette quite a few times, often at the last minute before an exam. I know Jeanette was always very accommodating and flexible and was able to help Annie with her questions. Annie always found the sessions helpful--Jeanette knew the material and knew how to get the concepts across well. Annie did very well at Greenwich High School, graduating in June as the salutatorian in a class of 600. She is heading off to Dartmouth in a few weeks to begin her freshman year."
Charlene, Greenwich
"Thank you Jeanette for all your help and kindness to Charlie during the past year. As you may know she is thrilled to have been offered a place at BU under the early decision process. Your help was pivotal in this success. We wish you good wishes for the year and will be in touch shortly."
(2 years later...)
"You provided Charlie with expert tuition, at all times conducted with a high level of professionalism and consideration. Under your guidance, she developed and enhanced her learning skills and ability, which prepared her for the SATs in which she performed very well. Additionally, under your guidance and encouragement, she gained a greater confidence in herself, reflected in her school work during her senior year in high school, and ultimately resulted in her decision to go for 'early admission' to BU, where she was accepted. She continues to do well, is clearly thriving, and looking forward to returning this week for her Junior year."
Claire and John, Weston
"Hilary didn't require a lot of tutoring in Math, but the help you gave her assisted her in understanding some of the fundamentals that she had not picked up in class. This gave her the confidence she needed. She finished up Pre-Calculus last year with an A- and will be taking AP Calculus in her senior year at the high school! You were there when she needed help, and I would recommend you to anyone looking for some help."
Pamela, Greenwich
"I just thought I would let you know that Julia was really happy with the first session and working with you. She told me that today in class they covered some problems that you had helped her with and she was soooo proud to say that she understood."
....
"Guess what...good news...Julia got an A in math. Only 2 kids in her class got A’s. We know it is due to your fine tutoring skills. Oh, I just realized you saw her on Saturday and she probably told you. Anyway, I wanted to pass on my personal thanks." ....
"We were 100% happy with you and think that you are the absolute BEST. You met with Julia twice specifically to focus on the strategies for taking the Math SAT. As I recall, the improvement was 70 points. There's no denying, that's an excellent result. I recommend your services whenever the subject of tutoring comes up."
Jennifer, Rowayton
"Just a quick note to say hello and update you as to Christen's progress. She applied to 7 colleges last fall and was accepted at 6! All Southern schools, which was a must by her, and though not accepted at University of Georgia, she had many choices. She started classes at University of South Carolina on August 18th and is loving it! (Even Statistics!) If you remember, our main concern was to improve her math as writing had always been a strength. She took the SAT's twice last fall........English score never varied more than a few points, and total score in math surpassed the English score. Thank you Jeanette! I have two more....a junior and sophomore that when the time is right, we'll be in touch. Many thanks"
Peggy, Fairfield
"We have been very pleased with Ashley's progress. Your instruction was very good and you truly cared about Ashley's progress. Additionally, you were very flexible to adapt to Ashley's test schedules and accommodate her needs. As an aside I would like to start up again if possible. Could you give us a call at home? Thanks"
Elizabeth, Westport
"Jeanette, you were an excellent tutor, and without your assistance, I would not have been able to pass Intermediate Algebra, a required course for the degree I am currently pursuing. Thank you again Jeanette."
Tony, Stamford
"Our experience with Jeanette, our math tutor, was wonderful. She was very accommodating to our needs. When we needed her more than once a week, because of an impending test, she was always available. Jeanette was very helpful each week. She gave Richard the math instruction that he never received properly in school. Now Richard is going to high school - we hope with a more competent math teacher. However, if the need arises for supplementary math lessons, we shall be sure to contact Jeanette for her teaching services."
Ruth, Fairfield
(4 years later…)
January:
"Hi Jeanette, I thought you might just like to know that I got an offer today to go to Cambridge University. It’s conditional on me getting three 5s on my APs this May, but I’m going to work really, really hard so that I can do it! I’ve got to work hard on that AP Calculus! I’m really, really excited!! As for Calculus, I am not a natural mathematician; however, I do think that when I study a lot I do perform pretty well. Prep has had a good history with this exam. Our teacher is tough but excellent, and I will luckily have your expertise as well. A 5 will be difficult, but it’s not out of the realm of possibility. Anyway, thanks for the congratulations (and thanks again for helping me get an A on my midterm. I felt really proud about that, in spite of my miserable second quarter). It was a very happy day yesterday at our home."
Richard, Fairfield
June:
"Hi Jeanette, I hope you are enjoying your summer and your travels. The AP scores were made available this evening. I just wanted to thank you SO MUCH for helping me with Calculus. Against all the odds and against my enormous self-doubts, I did it. I GOT A 5!!! I can’t believe it, and I know I owe it to your hours of patience and dedication. Of all my exam scores, this is the one of which I most proud. Oh, and by the way, I met my offer from Cambridge. I’m officially 100% going there now! I guess months of isolation from society and hours of testing did pay off. Again, I can’t thank you enough for all your years of help. It has paid off more than I could have ever expected. Maybe I shouldn’t totally abandon math, after all!"
Richard, Fairfield
I want to thank you for the help that you were able to give Claudia this year with a very taxing work load. Assigned honors for math, (as well as French, and English), Claudia quickly became overwhelmed. You were more than up to the task. You were compassionate, flexible, and prepared. The combination of humor, top skills, and focus were perfect for my daughter and helped her digest the material and feel positive about her ability. Thank you for the service you provided my daughter.
Linda, New Canaan
"Hi Jeanette, hope you're having a nice Thanksgiving! My test went well--the first time I took the GMAT, I was in the 20th percentile in math, yesterday I was in the 40th and my total score went from 515 to 640, so that should be high enough for the school I'm looking at. Thanks for all of your help!"
Gail, Westport