Amount to SUMthing

Amount to SUMthing is excited to feature Kerrington Lipsey as 1Q 2026 Student of the Quarter. Kerrington has a sweet demeanor. Tutoring helped to improve her confidence, and resulted in improving her average by one letter grade. Kudos to her tutor Rhea.

We LOVE Kerrington’s commitment, humility, and learning agility! We value Kerrington and are ECSTATIC to have her as part of our Amount to SUMthing family!

Interview with Kerrington:

What is your favorite use of math in real life?

My favorite use of math in real life is to calculate how much a tip should be based off percentages. I also like to use math to stay within a budget when I shop at Sephora.


What do you like most about Amount to SUMthing?

I really like my tutor. She explains things to me in a different way than my teacher which makes it easy to understand. She also gives me more than one way to solve problems.

What advice would you give to other students:?

“Consider trying a tutor. There are lots of different ways that you can approach a math problem and your tutor may be really helpful for you to apply their concepts in school!”

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Amount to SUMthing is delighted to feature twins for the first time as “Student of the Quarter” honorees. London Harvey is the second of the brilliant, sporty duo. Although she loves math, tutoring helped to ensure accuracy with homework, reinforce concepts, build confidence, and resulted in her maintaining an A average throughout the semester. Kudos to her tutor .

We LOVE London’s dedication, enthusiasm, passion for learning, and sense of humor! We value London and are ELATED to have her as part of our Amount to SUMthing family!

Interview with London :

What is your favorite use of math in real life?

My favorite use of math in the real word is finding out the unit prices of items to determine the cheapest item.

What do you like most about Amount to SUMthing?

I like how the work is explained and it helps me understand what I am learning.

What advice would you give to other students?

“Always study and try your best.”

Amount to SUMthing is delighted to feature twins for the first time as “Student of the Quarter” honorees. Lauren Harvey is the first of the brilliant, sporty duo. Although she enjoys math, tutoring helped to reinforce class work, improve her confidence, and resulted in her maintaining an A average throughout the semester.

We LOVE Lauren’s commitment, good-natured attitude, and learning agility! We value Lauren and are THRILLED to have her as part of our Amount to SUMthing family!

Interview with Lauren:

What is your favorite use of math in real life?

Baking and using fractions to measure ingredients

What do you like most about Amount to SUMthing?

It gives me a better understanding of topics I’m learning in class and gives me assurance that I will do well and pass.

What advice would you give to other students:?

“It is important to study and have a tutor even if you understand what you’re learning because it can help you to understand even better and do better in math.”

Amount to SUMthing is overjoyed to feature Petal Gonzalez as our next Student of the Quarter. In two months, Petal improved by two letter grades and made a 95 on her last test.

Tutoring helped Petal improve her CONFIDENCE and COURAGE! Math has never been Petal’s “cup of tea”, but recently, she said that Geometry is her favorite subject because it’s her highest grade.

We LOVE Petal’s perseverance, dedication, and positive attitude! We value Petal and are DELIGHTED to have her as part of our Amount to SUMthing family!

Interview with Petal:
1.) What's your favorite use of math in real life?

Shopping

2) What do you like most about Amount to Sumthing?

I love how passionate and patient the tutors are that work with me .

3) What advice would you give to other students?

“Do things that are hard until they become easy.”

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Here is a great post on "Dealing with Test Anxiety"! Let me know what other topics you're interested in.

School is back in session and that means “fun” tests to measure your progress! Leading up to these tests, do you have any of these symptoms: nausea, difficulty breathing, headaches, frustration, fear; fast, shallow breathing; inability to concentrate, flashbacks about past performance, dread about failure or feelings of impending doom before the test, anger, shame and/or sadness? If so, you (like many students) may suffer from test anxiety. Don’t worry, there are several strategies to calm those nerves and perform at your best.

Pre-test Tips:

1. Preparation is Key:

· Study Regularly: Don’t cram the night before. Regular study sessions over a period help reinforce material better.

· Understand the Format: Familiarize yourself with the test format and types of questions to avoid surprises.

2. Healthy Lifestyle Choices:

· Sleep Well: Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep, especially the night before the test.

· Balanced Diet: Eat nutritious meals; avoid sugar and caffeine as they can heighten anxiety.

· Exercise: Regular physical activity boosts mood and reduces stress. (If you play sports or take PE, you’re covered.)

3. Effective Study Techniques:

· Active Learning: Techniques like summarizing information, making flashcards, and teaching the material to someone else can be very effective.

· Break It Down: Break your study material into chunks. Tackling one section at a time makes it less overwhelming.

4. Mind and Body Practices:

· Breathing Exercises: Simple deep-breathing exercises can calm your mind. Try inhaling deeply for four counts, holding for four, and exhaling for four.

· Mindfulness Meditation: Spend a few minutes meditating to keep your mind focused and calm.

· Positive Visualization: Visualize yourself succeeding in the test. Positive thoughts and affirmations can reduce anxiety.

Practical Day-of Test Tips:

1. Arrive Early: Give yourself plenty of time to get to the testing location to avoid last-minute panic.

· Bring Necessary Supplies: Gather all the materials you need (like a calculator, pencils, ID) the night before.

· Read Instructions Thoroughly: Take your time to read all the instructions before starting.

2. Stay Positive: Replace negative thoughts like “I can’t do this” with affirmations like “I’ve got this.”

3. Pace Yourself: Manage your time well. If you get stuck on a question, move on and come back to it later.

4. Stay Focused on Your Work: Don't worry about how other students are doing. Stay focused on your test.

Post-Test Self-Care Tips:

1. Reflect, Don’t Dwell: Reflect on what went well and what didn’t, but don’t beat yourself up. Use it as a learning experience.

2. Reward Yourself: Treat yourself to something you enjoy once the test is over to release any built-up tension.

3. Seek Support:

· Talk About It: Sharing your anxieties with friends, family, tutor, or a counselor can be very therapeutic.

· Study Groups: Sometimes studying in groups can reduce anxiety by providing mutual support.

Hope this helps! You've got this!

Congrats to Amount to SUMthing’s Founder and CEO Shanitra Sanders who was honored as “Most Influential CEO 2024 - Georgia (Maths Tutoring Services)” in CEO Monthly Magazine- August edition:

https://www.ceo-review.com/issue-8-2024/

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Amount to SUMthing is ELATED to feature our next “Student of the Quarter”: Abigail C.M. This is Abigail’s second time being featured. She is extremely well-deserving as she maintained her A average in Geometry all year long. She exemplifies the three C’s of Courage, Confidence, and Compassion. Abigail is a double threat as her dedication during tutoring sessions mirrors her determination in track and field. Kudos to her excellent and thorough tutor, Lila Li! We are PROUD to have Abigail as part of our ATS family!

Interview with Abigail:

1.) What’s your favorite use of math in real life?
Percentages have been the most useful thing in math that I use the most often especially with discount prices.

2) What have you enjoyed most about Amount to Sumthing this year?
One thing that I enjoyed the most about Amount to Sumthing this year was the bond and connection that I grew with my tutor.

3) What advice would you give to other students?
Some advice I would give to other students is that help isn’t a bad thing. Sometimes even the things we feel most confident on a little review is only going to help. One thing that noticed throughout this year was that me reviewing already learned material gave me new ways of approaching and applying myself to problems. By the time of exams/tests/quizzes I wasn’t afraid that my teacher was going to change wording because I knew I had multiple ways of applying my knowledge.

4.) How has ATS helped you to improve your COURAGE or CONFIDENCE?
ATS has improved my courage. It has improved my courage because it has given the bravery to apply myself to problems I wouldn’t have before even if it seems intimidating.

Amount to SUMthing is thrilled to feature Alif Muhammad as our March Student of the Quarter. Alif improved by two letter grades. Tutoring helped Alif improve his CONFIDENCE and test taking skills. Kudos to his patient and thorough tutor, Georgia!

We are happy to witness Alif’s consistency, resilience, curiosity, and tremendous progress! We value Alif and are PROUD to have him as part of our Amount to SUMthing family!

Interview with Alif:
1.) What's your favorite use of math in real life?
Counting my money

2) What do you like most about Amount to Sumthing?
“What I like most about Amount to SUMthing is how nice my tutor Georgia is and how much progress I’ve made in math class”

3) What advice would you give to other students?
“Never give up and never back down.”