1:1 Peak Writing

Personalized Writing Programs for Grades 6 and Up

Strong writing skills are essential for academic success. Whether your student needs to build a solid foundation or refine their analytical writing for advanced courses, Summit’s Peak Writing programs provide expert, 1:1 instruction tailored to their needs.

Programs Designed for Growth

  • Peak Fundamental Writing (6 weeks) – Master the foundations of quality essay writing
  • Peak Analytical Writing (8–16 weeks) – Develop advanced analytical writing skills for AP, honors, and college-level courses

Students who master these skills gain a lasting academic advantage, approaching writing with confidence and reducing the stress often associated with complex assignments.

1:1 Peak Writing

Our Peak Writing programs are designed to support the multi-level learning process of basic essay writing and advanced, analytical thinking. We are focused on helping students get to their highest level.

The Right Time to Build Strong Writing Skills

As students enter middle and high school, writing expectations rise—but mastering these skills in a classroom setting can be challenging. Summit’s Peak Fundamental Writing and Peak Analytical Writing programs provide personalized, one-on-one support to help students strengthen their writing abilities with expert guidance.

Flexible, Expert-Led Tutoring

  • Customized 1:1 instruction with a hand-picked tutor
  • 6- or 8-week programs with 90-minute weekly sessions
  • Targeted practice, including an hour of homework per session
  • Convenient online or in-home options to fit your schedule

With personalized coaching, students build confidence and master essential writing skills that will serve them throughout their academic careers.

Peak Fundamental Writing

Designed to help students master the fundamentals of essay writing, this program starts with strengthening reading comprehension and effective written communication.

With expert guidance, students will:

  • Develop a clear understanding of essay structure
  • Learn to craft strong thesis statements and support arguments effectively
  • Build an ideal essay model alongside their tutor
  • Research, plan, and write a well-structured essay on a challenging topic

By the end of the program, students will have the confidence and skills to approach writing assignments with clarity and precision.

Peak Analytical Writing

A rigorous, structured program designed to elevate students’ analytical writing abilities.

With expert guidance, students will:

  • Strengthen active reading and literary analysis skills
  • Learn to craft compelling thesis statements and well-supported arguments
  • Develop structured, insightful essays with clarity and depth
  • Gain confidence in writing analytical essays for AP courses, advanced English, and college-level work

By the end of the program, students will approach complex writing assignments with precision, confidence, and a strong academic foundation.

Expert One-On-One Instruction

Our Peak Writing tutors are experienced educators, many of whom are current or former English teachers. They specialize in engaging students across various age groups, providing clear, actionable feedback to strengthen writing skills. Passionate about their craft, they are dedicated to helping students build confidence and achieve lasting success.

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Peak Fundamental Writing: Learning Outcomes

  • Sharpen problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
  • Learn key reading strategies essential for strong writing
  • Develop an effective model for structuring essays
  • Improve written communication for clarity and impact
  • Write strong thesis statements and support arguments effectively
  • Strengthen editing and revision skills
  • Craft a well-structured, four-paragraph essay
  • Enhance grammar skills with bonus lessons on parts of speech and sentence structure
  • Build confidence for the demands of high school writing
Syllabus

Peak Analytical Writing: Learning Outcomes

  • Develop analytical techniques for interpreting literature
  • Strengthen close reading skills and inference-making
  • Master multiple annotation methods
  • Build a strong foundation in literary terminology
  • Craft well-supported thesis statements
  • Analyze rhetoric, stories, and essays with depth
  • Construct cohesive, evidence-based analytical arguments
  • Improve editing and revision skills
  • Write a structured, five-paragraph essay with proper citations
  • Gain confidence for advanced English, AP courses, and college-level writing
Syllabus

Meet Some of Our Top Tutors

Paige Guarino
Paige Guarino

A Middlebury College graduate, Paige specializes in test prep and academic tutoring, supporting students with anxiety, confidence, and perfectionism. She is pursuing a PhD in Counseling Psychology at Fordham, researching mental health in the workplace.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

AP: Psychology

Academic: Algebra, Geometry, English, US History

Gerry Casadei
Gerry Casadei

A Summit Tutor since 2022, Gerry specializes in test prep, AP Chemistry and Environmental Science, and academic tutoring. With 20 years of high school teaching experience, he holds a B.S. from Cornell and an M.S. in Education from the University of Bridgeport.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT,  PSAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

AP: Chemistry, Environmental Science

Academic: Algebra, Biology, Chemistry

Lauren Doolon
Lauren Doolon

A Select Tutor since 2012, Lauren specializes in test prep and English tutoring, helping students build confidence with her patient, encouraging approach. She holds a BA from Emerson College and an MFA from Sarah Lawrence.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, PSAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

AP: English Literature, English Language

Academic: English

Mike Rogers
Mike Rogers

A Johns Hopkins graduate and Select Tutor since 2016, Mike specializes in test prep and AP/academic math and science tutoring. He helps students build logical reasoning and metacognitive skills with a patient, supportive approach.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, PSAT, ACT

AP: Precalculus, Calculus, Algebra, Geometry, Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Academic: Math, Science

Lily Gordon
Lily Gordon

With a B.A. in Literature from Williams College, Lily tutors SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE, as well as Biology, and English. A Select Tutor since 2020, she is passionate about education and creating a supportive learning environment.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

Academic: Biology, English

Josh Cunningham
Josh Cunningham

A Select Tutor since 2020, Josh specializes in SAT, ACT, SSAT, and ISEE prep, as well as high school and college-level math. He holds a B.S. in Mathematics with a Computer Science minor from Stonehill College.

Areas of Expertise

Test Prep: SAT, PSAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE

AP: Calculus AB and BC

Academic: Algebra, Geometry, Trig/Precalculus, Calculus

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