Feedback from a sample of students and parents:

“I met my goals. My composite score increased four points and three to five points by individual subject. Thank you so much—I couldn’t have done it without you!”

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Kelly K., Maine South High School student

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“My son realized significant score increases and a huge boost in confidence.”

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Mary L., Glenbrook North parent

“We were very pleased with the results….Joannie did a great job with my son.”

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Nancy A., Stevenson High School parent

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“Joannie is so energetic and her enthusiasm is infectious.”

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Barbara K, New Trier High School parent

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“Joannie not only helped me with the ACT but she also helped me with my personal statement for my college essay and gave me ideas about different types of colleges.”

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Tom P., Highland Park High School student

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“She is brilliant at what she does. She truly cares about the students. My child suffered from test anxiety before working with Mrs. Collens.”

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Jon D., Glenbrook South High School parent

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“After working with Joannie, my ACT composite score went up by four points.”

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Michael W., Lake Forest High School

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“Mrs. Collens is amazing: my daughter was able to increase her ACT score and her confidence level was boosted. We need more teachers like her.”

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Deb S., Deerfield High School parent

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