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Stephanie evaluates the student&rsquo;s needs, works with the family to set goals, selects the best person to work with the student, and designs the student&rsquo;s program or curriculum. </p> <p>We may also cover: </p> <ul> <li>Academic history, study habits, teacher comments, learning style, strengths, and areas needing improvement</li> <li>Review of student&rsquo;s records, testing, and relevant reports</li> <li>Detailed planning of future course selection and standardized test scheduling</li> <li>ADD, ADHD, learning differences and other special circumstances considered</li> </ul> <p>Stephanie will confer with other professionals working with the student (teachers, psychologists, counselors, doctors) when appropriate.</p> <h5>College Counseling</h5> <p>College Counseling also begins with an in-person Initial Consultation and may cover all of the above as well as:</p> <ul> <li>Tips to strengthen the student&rsquo;s academic profile</li> <li>Advice about extracurricular activities and summer plans</li> <li>Overview and timeline for college planning and the application process</li> <li>Guidance on the college search and building the college list</li> </ul> <a href="Contact.aspx"><img src="images/get-started-now.jpg" alt="Get Started Now" width="198" height="38" border="0" style="padding-top:10px;"/></a> <!--end of main-left --> </div> <div id="main-right-pages"> <div id="get-started"><a href="Contact.aspx"><span class="size16" style="padding-right:40px;">Get Started Now&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>click here</a></div> <div id="box-green"> <span class="size16"><strong>Tutoring Quick Facts</strong></span> <p><strong>Ages Served:</strong><br /> All ages, but most range from 8th grade through college.</p> <p><strong>Tutoring Location/Areas Served:</strong><br /> Sessions are held at your home. We serve the greater Los Angeles area. </p> <p><strong>Tutoring Schedule:</strong><br /> Tutors set schedules with the student&rsquo;s family simplifies communication, maximizes flexibility.</p> <p><strong>Session Length:</strong><br /> Minimum of one hour, but may be longer by half-hour increments.</p> <p><strong>Session Frequency:</strong><br /> As often as needed (including daily). Most students see their tutors at least once per week, and standing appointments are recommended. </p> <p><strong>Payment Structure for Tutoring:</strong><br /> Since each student has a uniquely tailored program, all tutoring is hourly.</p> </div> <!--end of main-right--> </div> <br class="clear"/> <div id="footer"> <!--end of footer--> <a href="index.html" class="green">Home</a> | <a href="tutoring.html" class="green">Tutoring</a> | <a href="testpreparation.html" class="green">Test Prep</a> | <a href="collegecounseling.html" class="green">College Counseling</a> | <a href="studyskills.html" class="green">Study Skills</a> | <a href="howtogetstarted.html" class="green">How To Get Started </a><br /> <span class="gold"><a href="whoweare.html" class="gold">Who We Are</a> | <a href="successstories.html" class="gold">Success Stories</a> | <a href="press.html" class="gold">Mailing List/Press</a> | <a href="Contact.aspx" class="gold">Contact Us</a></span> <hr /> <p style="margin-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 8px;"><a href="mailto:info@collegiateedge.com"><img src="images/footer-email.jpg" alt="email" width="158" height="14" border="0" class="valign-bot" /></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>818-761-7002</strong> </p> <p class="copy">&copy;Copyright 2010 The Collegiate Edge</p> </div> <!--end of content --></div> <!--end of container --></div> </body> </html>