Illuminated Essays

07/15/2024

We're already about halfway through summer! If your incoming senior has not made progress on their college essay, please message me😃

07/13/2024

When I work with students, I explain that their TOPIC will likely be chosen by other applicants. Many students will write about sports, leadership experiences, or life challenges. So... the way to stand out is not by trying to come up with a unique topic, it's by writing about an authentic topic in a unique, meaningful way. This is how to stand out to admissions officers!

04/29/2024

Vocabulary has become an increasingly important skill for the SAT! But is it really possible/ worthwhile to study countless SAT vocabulary words with the hope of one of them ~maybe~ showing up on your test?

When I tutor students for the SAT, I teach them strategies for how to determine which word to choose on the test... even if they don't know any of the words in the answer choices!

Book your child's first session with me at: https://www.illuminatedessays.com

04/25/2024

At the end of the month, I will officially graduate with my Master of Arts in Teaching and Curriculum... my second degree from Michigan State University.

Going to college was a deeply transformative experience for me. It allowed me to pursue and explore my passion for educating young people. Now, I get to help my students pursue their college dreams through teaching and tutoring.

I'd love to learn more about your child and their college goals. Send me a message so that we can discuss how to best support your child!

04/22/2024

THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY: I'll be teaching a workshop at the Huntington Woods Public Library on the college essay.

You can register here:

Learn tips and strategies for writing your college application essay from a professional writing consultant. For teens in grades 9-12.

04/19/2024

I offer:
- SAT Reading & Writing Tutoring
- Personalized College Essay Tutoring

Check out the link below so that I can guide your child through every step of the college admissions process!

https://www.illuminatedessays.com

04/17/2024

As an English teacher, I am a fierce advocate for independent choice reading for students of all ages!

As an SAT tutor, I know that reading regularly is the #1 way to authentically build vocabulary and reading stamina-- both of which are KEY skills for the SAT!

04/15/2024

Let's be honest... no one likes to learn grammar!

However, grammatical skills are en entire portion of the Digital SAT! When I work with students, I help them connect basic concepts (such as the components of a complete sentence) to more complicated rules (like where to place a comma).

Sometimes, all a student needs is a reminder of grammatical concepts they may have learned years ago!

04/11/2024

I've been helping students with their application essays for a long time. Watching my students get accepted into their dream programs is one of my greatest joys!

If you're interested in personalized college essay tutoring, please send me a message!

04/10/2024

Want to learn how to write a college essay that will stand out to college admissions officers? Join me at the Huntington Woods Public Library in 2 weeks!

You can register here:

Learn tips and strategies for writing your college application essay from a professional writing consultant. For teens in grades 9-12.

04/08/2024

Good luck to students across Michigan who are taking the SAT today!

Remember: The only thing the SAT measures is your ability to take the SAT. You are more than a test score.

One final tip: You're not penalized for wrong answers, so when in doubt... guess! :)

04/04/2024

Interested in tutoring for your child? Click the link below to schedule a FREE first SAT Tutoring session!

https://www.illuminatedessays.com