A Story of You program · Since 2024

Tutoring, counseling & test prep that lift students higher.

SOY Academy pairs each student with a dedicated mentor — turning effort into momentum through personalized academic support, college guidance, and a clear plan for the tests that matter.

Trusted by students & families across the region.

Supporting students through

  • Middle School
  • High School
  • SAT & ACT
  • AP Courses
  • College Applications
Who we're for

Support built around the student — and the family behind them.

Every learner arrives with a different story. We meet students where they are, then build the structure, confidence, and strategy to carry them where they want to go.

For students

Confidence that compounds

Grades climb when a student finally feels capable. We turn confusing material into clear next steps and steady wins.

  • Subject mastery in math, science, reading & writing
  • Test strategy that calms nerves and lifts scores
  • Study habits that outlast any single class
For families

A partner you can trust

You shouldn't have to navigate it alone. We keep you in the loop and turn big decisions into a manageable plan.

  • Clear progress updates after every milestone
  • Honest guidance on courses, tests & colleges
  • Flexible scheduling — in person or online
What we offer

Four ways we move students forward.

Mix and match what your student needs. Everything is personalized, mentor-led, and built around a plan you can actually see working.

One-on-One & Small-Group Tutoring

A dedicated mentor who knows your student by name. We diagnose the real gap — not just the wrong answer — and rebuild understanding from the ground up, in math, the sciences, reading, and writing.

Grades 6–12In person or onlineWeekly or as-needed
Start with a free consult →

College & Academic Counseling

From course selection to the final application: school lists, essays, scholarships, and deadlines — mapped into a calm, step-by-step roadmap.

Application strategyEssay coaching

Test Prep — SAT · ACT · AP

Diagnostic-driven prep that targets the points you're actually missing, with timed practice, proven strategy, and a score goal we work toward together.

Full-length practiceScore tracking

Study Skills & Enrichment

Organization, note-taking, and time management that make every class easier.

Progress, Tracked

Shared goals and milestone check-ins so families always see what's working.

Flexible Scheduling

Evenings, weekends, and online options that fit real family life.

Why it works

Real attention, measurable momentum.

We keep groups small and goals specific. The result is a student who not only improves on paper, but actually believes they can.

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Your mentors

Educators who've been exactly where your student is.

Subject experts and former students who remember what it felt like to be stuck — and know how to get unstuck.

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Ava Mendoza

Math & Test Prep Lead

Ten years turning "I'm just not a math person" into confident, calm test-takers.

Algebra–CalculusSAT Math
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Julian Park

College Counseling

Has guided hundreds of applications and essays into the schools students dreamed of.

ApplicationsEssays
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Rosa Tan

Reading & Writing

Helps students find their voice on the page — and the structure to back it up.

EssaysAP English
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Dev Osei

Science & Study Skills

Makes biology and chemistry click with real-world models and a steady plan.

BiologyChemistry
Getting started

Three simple steps to a plan that fits.

No pressure, no contracts to start. We begin with a conversation, build a plan around your goals, and only then get to work.

Book your free consult
  1. Free consultation

    A relaxed 30-minute call to understand your student's goals, strengths, and where they feel stuck.

  2. Personalized plan

    We match the right mentor and map out a schedule, goals, and milestones built for your student.

  3. Start learning

    Sessions begin, progress is tracked, and we adjust together as your student climbs.

Good questions

Frequently asked

We work with students from middle school through high school across math, science, reading, and writing — plus dedicated SAT, ACT, and AP preparation and college counseling.

Both. Many families mix the two — in-person for focus, online for flexibility. We'll recommend whatever helps your student show up consistently.

After your free consult, we pair your student with a mentor based on subject, goals, and personality. If the fit isn't right, we'll happily rematch — the relationship is the whole point.

No. We start with a single conversation and a plan. You decide the cadence, and you can adjust as your student's needs change.

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