Issue #16 | Spring Forward: Confidence, Momentum, and Math Success
For Families Focused on Fully Funded College Dreams
In This Issue:
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Math Weekly Insight
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Student Spotlight
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Quote of the Week
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On YouTube This Week
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Announcements
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Math Weekly Insight: Preparing for Spring Success
The new year is here, and the spring semester is just around the corner. For parents, now is the perfect time to help your child get ready to hit the ground running in math.
Here’s how to prepare:
✅ Review last semester’s progress – identify concepts your child struggled with and target them early.
✅ Set realistic goals – focus on small wins each week to build momentum.
✅ Maintain consistent practice – even 20–30 minutes a few times a week can make a huge difference.
✅ Encourage confidence and curiosity – remind your child that struggle is part of learning and growth.
The holidays can be distracting, but using this time strategically can set your child ahead for the spring semester. Early preparation ensures your student starts strong, builds confidence, and enters each class ready to succeed.
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Student Spotlight: Ashley Fields
This week, we’re celebrating Ashley Fields, a 7th grader who started with Sharpe Sessions in 6th grade. Last semester, Ashley did so well in her math class that she exempted her final exam!
Her mom says she’s noticed Ashley’s confidence and improved performance in class—and we couldn’t be prouder.
Ashley’s story is proof that consistent support, personalized strategies, and confidence-building can transform a student’s experience with math. We’re excited to continue supporting her on her educational journey.
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Quote of the Week
"It always seems impossible until it’s done." – Nelson Mandela
At Sharpe Sessions, this quote embodies our Growth Mindset philosophy. Every challenge your child faces in math is an opportunity to build persistence, problem-solving skills, and confidence. With the right support, “impossible” becomes achievable.
Parents, here’s what this looks like in action:
âś… Encourage effort, not just results. Praise persistence and problem-solving.
âś… Normalize mistakes as part of learning.
âś… Support small, achievable goals that build confidence over time.
When students embrace challenges, they don’t just “do math”—they learn to believe in themselves.
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On Our Youtube Channel This Week:
Systems of equations don’t have to slow students down on the SAT—or cost them valuable points.
In this video, Dr. Shanah Grant walks students through:
âś… Solving the problem by hand for understanding
âś… Using Desmos to solve it in seconds for speed and accuracy
Time management is critical on test day. Mastering Desmos allows students to work smarter, finish faster, and maximize their scores. This is one of the exact strategies Sharpe Sessions teaches to help students reach 1450+ SAT scores and unlock scholarship opportunities.
A must-watch for families preparing for spring SAT testing.
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Announcements
🎯Spring Tutoring Enrollment Closes in 7 Days
Spring Tutoring Registration Is Open – Waived Fee Until Next Friday!
Spring registration has officially begun—and to celebrate, we’re waiving the registration fee for families who enroll by next Friday.
This is our most in-demand season, and spaces fill up fast:
âś… Current Sharpe Sessions families get priority access to preferred time slots
âś… New families can secure a space now before enrollment opens to the public
âś… This is the only time of year we waive registration fees
If your child needs a Math Tutor, Algebra Tutor, Pre-Calculus Tutor, Middle School Tutor, High School Math Tutor, or SAT support, now is the moment to lock it in.
Don’t wait—register today and ensure your child starts the spring semester confident, prepared, and ahead of the curve!
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Until Next Time...
Keep building your child’s math confidence. We’re with you every step of the way—toward scholarships, success, and the dream school they deserve.
—The Sharpe Sessions Team 💛
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