Private School Admission Preparation (SSAT / Interview / Essay)
"We were wavering between SSAT prep classes and a private tutor, but once we met Kevin and saw how he interacted with and motivated our 7th grade daughter through constant positive assessments and his relaxed yet (covertly) disciplined style, it was clear the one-on-one approach would be more beneficial. His materials are up-to-date and specific, his personalized advice on interviewing and test taking was spot-on and he was always accessible. We would highly recommend Kevin to anyone with a child preparing for the SSAT." - Miki Yamashiro
"I just wanted to let you know that Justis and Gabriel both got acceptance letters today from Punahou! We feel strongly that you were a huge part of their success and we really want to thank you again for all of your help and hard work with the boys. I will unhesitatingly recommend you to anyone looking for a tutor." - Jocelyn Snowdon
"My daughter Savannah started tutoring with Kevin last January. Aside from how well she ended up scoring on her SSAT, her confidence blossomed as well as her math grades in school. Savannah worked with Kevin once a week along with a friend, and not once out of the entire year did either of them complain about going to tutoring. Kevin has this way of making them feel good about themselves, and he also has a talent for making it fun for them. Kevin is truly an example of someone who is very good at what he does. I am so grateful we had the opportunity to work with him." - Terri Cordell
"We were referred to Kevin by my sister whose son had a successful tutoring experience that got him into Iolani. Kevin has been working with our son for several months. We're really impressed with the progress our son has made towards the school of his choice. We feel Kevin's tutoring style is the right fit for our son." - Max Tanaka
"Kevin really helped Devon prepare for the SSAT, interview and essay. My son is in the seventh grade at Punahou. Kevin is now working with my fourth-grade daughter, Christina, to improve her math, reading and verbal skills for next Fall's SSAT." - Stephanie Lee
"I will tell you that I had Haley's parent/teacher conference on Monday and she had a shining review from her teacher. She took a standardized test a few weeks back and the teacher was amazed at how much she improved her scores from last year's test. I have to say that is thanks to you." - Jessica Crabtree
"Joshua did get into Punahou. He's very excited. I think we will take a break as things are getting crazy and all but I would like you to work with our younger son at some point." - Wendy Shewalter
"Kevin has been a tutor for my son since the seventh grade. Daniel did very well on the SSAT and had an opportunity to attend Punahou. Kevin is still a tutor for my son who is a sophomore now and who will be taking the SAT soon." - Peter Perera
"Thank you so much for getting Taylor ready for the SSAT and the Kamehameha Schools entrance exam. You must hear this all the time; as parents, we just want the best for our children. I hope my children realize how important this is." - Lita Ursulum
"I just wanted you to know Makana got accepted to Punahou and Iolani for seventh grade. He chose Punahou. I gave your number to a friend whose daughter will be applying for private school in the Fall." - Michael Tave
"Yes, we're so happy (with our son's high SSAT scores). And he was really upset because he thought he bombed. He said it was the worst one..." - Jill Walder
Math Tutoring (All Levels)
"Our goal is to create life-long learners, and to that end, Kevin makes learning an effortless experience. My daughter has gained tremendous confidence in math while achieving mastery, which is exactly what we were looking for." - Christina Gallagher, Educational Consultant
"My children Shannon and Sean Vuillemot (now both at Punahou) have advanced in their mathematics skills so much from their tutoring with Kevin that now four years later, we still have him tutoring our children at least one day a week. In the beginning, they complained, ran away, dilly dallied and acted out because they did not want to tutor. Kevin basically made it fun for them and through the process they gained tremendous self-confidence in their math work now that they understand much better what they are learning. They have fun with Kevin and he has made my life much easier by helping them, where I cannot. I would recommend Kevin to anyone with children who need a little more help understanding than they sometimes get from their school teachers and class. I thank Kevin weekly for being there for us!" - Sheryl Vuillemot
"Kevin has been tutoring my daughter for the past five years, and they are now working with PreCalculus and AP Economics. We have found him to be very patient and has established a trusting relationship with our family. I highly recommend Kevin for all your tutoring needs." Charlene Asato-Nitta
"Kevin has been my son's math tutor for several years. I've been extremely pleased with the progress he has made. This year Algebra II has been a challenge, but with Kevin's help my son's comprehension and grades have steadily improved." - Linda Razonable
"As soon as my daughter started tutoring with Kevin, I saw improvement in her geometry grade. My daughter was wasting a lot of time struggling to solve the math problems on her own. Since Kevin started to teach her, she doesn't waste time anymore." -Yayoi Oki
"I am a student at Mid-Pacific Institute. Since I'm enrolled in the IB diploma program, I take classes that are challenging (AP Calculus, AP English). Tutoring with Kevin has allowed me to have a greater understanding of the material learned in class." - Sophia Lobley
"Kevin has been tutoring my three children for three years now. My son Brian has improved his math skills over the years. Even though they are of different ages, Kevin's established a good rapport with each of them." - Lisa Mallal
"I have been tutoring with Kevin for four years now. He helped me get into Punahou and I'm currently getting a B+ in math." - Shannon Vuillemot, Punahou 9th Grader
"When I was younger, math was my worst class. I used to dread math and tutoring. But after the first couple of sessions, I started to like it. Kevin makes tutoring fun! Math is now my best subject. He helped me get into Punahou and learn how to succeed." - Sean Vuillemot, Punahou 8th Grader
SAT / ACT Prep (All Sections)
"My son's math score on the SAT was hampered due to a school block schedule which left him with math instruction for only three months per academic year. Kevin has taught my son how to address the SAT math problems through repetitive practice, deliberate and detailed explanation and specific test-taking techniques acquired through years of SAT experience." - Gail Nowicki, Secondary Language Arts Teacher
"Kevin is an excellent math tutor, and has done a great job preparing the Hughes girls for the SAT. I would highly recommend him." - Shelby Hughes (mother of four)
"Kevin has worked with me on the SAT, SAT-2 math subject test and Calculus. My last combined SAT score was 2180. This helps because I'm trying to get a scholarship to USC." - Graham Haas
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