Foundations of SAT & ACT

A Summit tutor since 2012, Lauren specializes in test prep and English, helping students build confidence and master new skills with her patient, encouraging approach. She holds a BA in Writing, Literature, and Publishing from Emerson College and an MFA in Writing from Sarah Lawrence. Outside of tutoring, she enjoys reading, sewing, cooking, and traveling.

A Summit tutor since 2020, Luke specializes in math and science. With tutoring experience dating back to 2013, he has worked with students from middle school through college, helping them master complex concepts through clear explanations and practical problem-solving strategies. Luke is currently pursuing a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering at Columbia University, where he also conducts research. He graduated summa cum laude from SUNY Geneseo with a BS in Chemistry and Physics. Luke is passionate about helping students strengthen their understanding, improve their performance, and achieve higher scores.

Michael graduated Phi Beta Kappa with honors from Johns Hopkins University, earning a B.A. in sociocultural anthropology. He has been a tutor and teacher with the company since 2016. Known for his patient, supportive style, Michael helps students build metacognitive awareness and strong logical-reasoning skills. Before joining the company, he worked in community organizing and researched community-based public health programs. Outside of tutoring, he’s an avid reader and crossword puzzler, a language and math enthusiast, and he enjoys biking and hiking.

Gerry joined Summit in 2022 and specializes in AP test prep, particularly for AP Chemistry and AP Environmental Science, as well as SAT and ACT prep. He holds a B.S. in Natural Resources from Cornell University and an M.S. in Education from the University of Bridgeport. With 20 years of experience teaching high school Chemistry and Environmental Science, including at the AP level, Gerry has earned a reputation for his expert knowledge, engaging teaching style, and ability to connect with students.

A Summit tutor since 2020, Aubrey turns test anxiety into structure and confidence with step-by-step planning, pacing, and problem-solving while building executive-function habits that last beyond test day. An adjunct professor at Dean College and Stonehill College, she brings college-level expectations and actionable feedback to her tutoring sessions. She holds an MFA from Florida Atlantic University and a BA from USC. A professional actor, her restorative-yoga training informs the calm, focused test-day routines she coaches.

A Summit Tutor since 2019, Kevin works with students in grades 4–12. He creates a supportive, stress-free environment where students build confidence, master key concepts, and develop lifelong learning skills. By tailoring his teaching approach to each student’s unique learning style, he makes lessons both engaging and effective. Outside of tutoring, he enjoys spending time with family, watching movies, attending live music events, cooking, and hiking.