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​Each year, we coach a select number of students through the process of crafting authentic personal essays. Our tutors are writers themselves, many with published books, articles, and essays.

We teach students how tell their own, unique stories in a way that both captivates the reader and puts their best foot forward—all while reducing stress levels for everyone at home.

We understand that the most powerful essays are often those that risk the most. Not only do our students walk away with personal statements that ‘sing,’ in the process they also learn to frame new narratives about themselves and become better, more confident writers in general.

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“Tobi was a godsend guiding our child through the high school application process.  We can't say enough good things about him.” - Thomas (San Francisco)

“My daughter absolutely loved working with Hans and not only did she get her applications in, she was able to engage in the writing process with him in a way that always left her feeling inspired, heard and seen!” – Joann (Los Altos)

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English & Writing: Grammar, 5-paragraph Essay Composition, Creative Writing

History: US History, World History, Essay Writing, Critical Reading

Foreign Languages: Italian & Spanish

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