Peyton

I currently have a 4.0 GPA and I've taken numerous AP exams, scoring a 5 out of 5 on all three exams I've taken: AP Computer Science A, AP World History: Modern, and AP Chinese. I am currently taking AP Economics, AP Language, AP Statistics, and AP Capstone Seminar. My SAT score is a 1550, with a 760 for English and a 790 for Math.

While I specialize in mathematics, I am taking a diverse set of courses like Honors Precalculus, Honors Physics, AP Economics, AP Language and Composition, and AP Capstone Seminar. I've also taken AP World History, AP Computer Science A, and AP Chinese, scoring a 5 in all three. On top of this, I have had much experience tutoring. For example, being a tutor for the HKIS Math and Science Center has allowed me to tutor individual students in subjects like Precalculus, as well as host review sessions for subjects like Advanced Algebra. Outside of school, I've also been involved in helping tutor underprivileged youth, teaching them English, and supporting their learning journey.

As a teaching assistant for grade 8 math, I've learned how to effectively teach and communicate with my students. I understand that mathematics may be an area that not many students are strong in, so I generally try to help students understand concepts and equations by explaining not just the "what", but also the "why". I find that in my academic career, understanding how and why things work is always easier than trying to memorize formulas, equations, and concepts. I also try to make my lessons as fun as possible while also helping students learn, engaging students in fun activities or practice, and tailoring lessons to each student.