Life After High School In the Time of COVID-19
Options and opportunities under the pandemic impact before your enrollment of colleges in Fall 2020.
2305, 2020
0401, 2020
Writing and Reading Workshop
Dear Students and Parents, IvyBoost is happy to announce that Writing and Reading Workshop (8-10th grade) will be offered this school year! With writing being such a critical component in college, it’s imperative that students have a strong foundation that will aid them in their studies and eventually help them take the SATs. The good news is that students who have trouble with writing often know what’s in their heads in an
1912, 2019
IvyBoost Christmas Closure
Hi IvyBoosters! We will be closed from December 23rd, 2019 to January 1rst, 2020 for the Christmas holiday. Please note that all queries and emails will be answered once we are back on January 2nd, 2020 at our Fremont and Mountain View branches. Happy holidays! Sincerely, IvyBoost Education
2311, 2019
IvyBoost Thanksgiving Closure
Hello IvyBoosters! We will be closed for 3 days from November 28th, 2019 to November 30th, 2019 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Please note that all queries and emails will be answered once we are back on December 2nd, 2019 at our Fremont branch, and December 3rd, 2019 at our Mountain View branch. Happy holidays! Sincerely, IvyBoost Education
2805, 2019
Seminar: IvyBoost Education joins hands with the Galaxy Art Group for Children
Time: Saturday, June 8, 2019, 10:30 am-12:00 pm Location: Fremont Main Library Fukaya Room A (2450 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont CA 94538) Seminar: Attend a free lecture on the importance of the dramatic arts and extracurricular activities for applying to top schools The Galaxy Art Group for Children is a non-profit organization located in Fremont. It strongly advocates the improvement of children’s drama education and comprehensive quality, and has tremendously contributed
2505, 2019
3 Editing Tips for an Excellent College Essay
Welcome our College Essay mini-series! In our last post 4 Topics for Writing Your College Essay ,you learned how to find a good topic for your essay, whether it was for your Common App essay or the UC application essays. Once you found your topic and wrote your first draft of your college application essay, that’s it, you’re done with your writing! Right? Well…not exactly. Don’t forget, you still have
1105, 2019
4 Topics for Writing Your College Essay
Welcome to the second post of our College Essay mini-series! If you don’t really understand what a college essay is, you may want to refresh your memory by reading Introduction to College Essays. Knowing that the college essay is about your personal story, what will the college essay ask you to do? And how can you find the best topic to write about? First, let’s go over some of the
2704, 2019
Introduction to College Essays
Which of the below is true about the college essay? A) The college essay is the only thing that will determine my college acceptance. B) The college essay is just like writing a regular essay. C) The college essay is very difficult to write. D) None of the above. Which choice did you pick? If you picked the last choice, D, that would be correct! Welcome to our mini-series about
0211, 2018
IvyBoost Holiday Hours 2018
Our office’s holiday hours are listed below: IvyBoost Closes for Thanksgiving Thursday, 11/22-Sunday, 11/25 IvyBoost Closes for Winter Holidays Monday, 12/24 – Tuesday, 01/01 For other changes to our open hours during the holidays, we will keep you updated. If you have any other questions, you may call us at (510) 656-6800.
1009, 2018
IvyBoost Silicon Valley Center Open House
Getting into a selective college has never been more competitive or expensive. Give yourself an advantage by using IvyBoost Education to assist in your college goals. With one-on-one personalized counseling, we will take the stress out of the process and help you find the perfect school for you. At IvyBoost Education you will: learn to build your confidence and let your personality shine; learn how to highlight your creativity skills;
2006, 2018
The Art of the Personal Essay
The Art of the Personal Essay Hear your voice come alive on the page with this class designed to teach students to ace the college application essay, taught by an author of five books who graduated from a number one writing school! Features Complete a draft of 1 entire 650 word essay for college applications Learn how to brainstorm & structure an
2605, 2017
IvyBoost Closed on Monday 05/29
IvyBoost will be closed on Monday 05/29 for Memorial Day and will open at normal hours on Tuesday.
0302, 2017
IvyBoost Closed on 02/04
IvyBoost’s office will be closed on Saturday 02/04. We will open as usual on Monday. Thank you for your understanding!
0911, 2016
IvyBoost’s Holiday Hours
Our office’s holiday hours are listed below: IvyBoost Closes for Thanksgiving Thursday, 11/24-Sunday, 11/27 IvyBoost Closes for Winter Holidays Saturday, 12/24 – Sunday, 01/01 For other changes to our open hours during the holidays, we will keep you updated. If you have any other questions, you may call us at (510)656-6800.
2809, 2016
IvyBoost Welcomes Bya Founas to our Team!
IvyBoost is excited to have Bya Founas as the newest member of our team! J’apprends le français? Call IvyBoost at 510-656-6800 and see how you can boost your French! Tutor, Bya Founas Bya has a Master’s Degree in Engineering for Development from the University of Southampton U.K. She also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from l’Université Joseph Fourier in Grenoble, France. Bya is native to the southeastern region
0909, 2016
GREAT NEWS!! Master math with our Problem-Solving Workshop!
Puzzled about math? Want to learn how to tackle tricky math problems with smarter methods, from trignometry to calculus? Math Enrichment Workshop: Problem-Solving Skills (For 10th-12th Grades) Time: Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm Dates: October (5 Saturdays) Cost: $300 Improve your problem-solving and math performance with your peers in 5 Saturdays with Dr. Eva Zabric, a math instructor from San Jose State! This workshop is for 10th-12th grade students who want to boost their skills beyond what
0209, 2016
IvyBoost Closed for Labor Day Holiday
IvyBoost is closed for the Labor Day Holiday from Saturday 09/03 to Monday 09/05. We will resume normal hours on Tuesday.
0109, 2016
Math Enrichment Workshop: Problem-Solving Skills Syllabus
IvyBoost Education Math Enrichment Workshop: Problem-Solving Skills Grades: 10th-12th Dates: Saturday 10:00am-12:00pm From October for 5 Saturdays Cost: $300 Learn how to go above the basics and improve your problem-solving skills on all kinds of math problems from algebra to calculus! The workshop is run by Dr. Eva Zabric, who has over a decade of math teaching experience. Mentor & Math Tutor, Dr. Eva Zabric Eva earned both her MS
0109, 2016
Master Math with our Problem-Solving Workshop!
Puzzled about math? Want to learn how to tackle tricky math problems with smarter methods, from trigonometry to calculus? Then see how our Fall workshops can help! Math Enrichment Workshop: Problem-Solving Skills (For 10th-12th Grades) Time: Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm Dates: October 8 – November (5 Saturdays) Cost: $300 Improve your problem-solving and math performance with your peers in 5 Saturdays with Dr. Eva Zabric, a math instructor from San Jose State! This workshop is
1208, 2016
IvyBoost Welcomes Dr. Eva to Our Team!
IvyBoost is glad to introduce Dr. Eva as a new member of our tutoring team! Need tutoring on a math subject like calculus or algebra? You can call us at 510-656-6800 to see how our tutors can help. Mentor & Math Tutor, Dr. Eva Zabric Eva earned both her MS and PhD in Mathematics from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1992. Since then, she has held teaching positions
0707, 2016
IvyBoost Welcomes Our New Tutors to Our Team!
IvyBoost is happy to welcome our new tutors to our team! Need tutoring for Math, Writing, or Chemistry and other subjects? You can call us at 510-656-6800 to see how our tutors can help you! Tim Charles, Writing Mentor/Tutor Tim has an BA in English Literature and Creative Writing from Manchester Metropolitan University and an MA in TESL from Canterbury Christ Church University. He started his teaching career in 1990
0107, 2016
IvyBoost Closed for Independence Day
IvyBoost will be closed on Monday 07/04 for the Independence Day holiday. We will open at our usual hours on Tuesday 07/05. For other questions on our open hours, you may contact us at (510)656-6800.
2405, 2016
Save $100 with IvyBoost’s 2016 Summer Program!
Sign up now for our summer classes and save $100 off your fee! IvyBoost will help you make the best of your summer months for a smoother start next school year! Are you planning to take the PSAT/SAT? Summer offers an excellent opportunity to boost your preparation. Were you struggling with a subject like science or math in the past? Use summer to boost your smarts. IvyBoost’s Summer Program provides
1205, 2016
Seminar: Sea Change in College Admissions
Seminar : Sea Change in college admissions Time: 1:00pm, Sunday, May 22, 2016 Place: IvyBoost Education 43301 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539 College admissions is experiencing big changes in 2016! Families and students, it is critical to know the changes and prepare accordingly! Do you know- – The record-low college acceptance rates in 2016? – UC system has changed admission essays for the 1st time in 10 years? Which
3004, 2016
IvyBoost Closed for Memorial Day Weekend
IvyBoost will be closed for Memorial Day weekend from Saturday 05/28 – Monday 05/30. We will open at our usual hours on Tuesday 05/31. For other questions on our open hours, you may contact us at (510)656-6800.
1003, 2016
IvyBoost Students Win Scholarships & Places in Intel
We would like to share some recent news from IvyBoost’s counseling students and our congratulations to them all for their achievements! Ayan- Intel Science Talent Search Semi Finalist Camilla- National Merit Scholarship Finalist Luke- National Merit Scholarship Finalist Lindsay- National Merit Scholarship Finalist Harman- Full ride scholarship to Loyola Marymount University Again, IvyBoost congratulates all of our students for their hard work and wishes them the best in their future
0902, 2016
IvyBoost Closed for President’s Day Weekend
IvyBoost will be closed for President’s Day weekend from Saturday 02/13 – Monday 02/15. We will open at our usual hours on Tuesday. For other questions on our open hours, you may contact us at (510)656-6800.
1211, 2015
IvyBoost Welcomes Our New Tutors to Our Team!
IvyBoost would like to welcome our new tutors who have recently joined our team! Need tutoring for ESL or chemistry or another class subject? You can call 510-656-6800 to see how IvyBoost can help you. Tutor, Michael Zhai Michael is a poet and writer, with a Bachelor’s degree in Comparative Literature from UC Berkeley and a Masters in English / Creative Nonfiction at Mills College. He is also a TESOL-certified
0910, 2015
IvyBoost’s Holiday Hours
For students and families who would like to know about IvyBoost’s holiday hours, our schedule is listed below. IvyBoost Closes for Thanksgiving Thursday, 11/26-Sunday, 11/29 IvyBoost Closes for Winter Holidays Thursday, 12/24 – Sunday, 01/03 For other changes to our open hours during the holidays, we will keep you updated. If you have any other questions, you may call us at (510)656-6800.
2209, 2015
Open College Counseling on October 3, 2015
Have questions on college admissions? Visit us and chat about your concerns! On October 3rd and 4th, Fremont will hold its Olive Festival in Mission San Jose! For those who love food, fun, and music of the Olive Festival (http://msjchamber.org/events/olive-festival/), they might be glad to know that IvyBoost is also open that day. Come join IvyBoost’s Open Counseling on October 3. This FREE event is open to all high school
0809, 2015
IvyBoost Welcomes Connie and Jenny to our Team!
Need tutoring in Chemistry or advice on studying Biology in college? See if one of our science tutors below can be of help! For questions or for arranging tutoring, you can call 510-656-6800. Counselor & Tutor, Connie Wu Connie is a third year medical student at Boston University School of Medicine. She graduated cum laude with a neuroscience degree from Pomona College, which is currently ranked as the #1 college
0608, 2015
Open College Counseling on August 29, 2015
Enjoy a cup of fruit punch for the last taste of the summer and receive some fun and free counseling tips regarding college applications, college planning, and the new school year! Come join IvyBoost’s Open Counseling on August 29. This FREE event is open to all high school students and families! Open College Counseling Date: Saturday, 08/29 from 1:00pm-5:00pm Location: 43301 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA, 94539 For a 12th grade student,
0607, 2015
College List Seminar on July 18, 2015
Myths About Making A College List Myth #1: The more selective a college is, the better it is. Myth #2: The higher the college ranking in US News, the better it is. Myth #3: The more colleges in my list, the better result I will receive. Myth #4: If I don’t get into a name brand college, I will not have a good future. Myth #5: A public college will
1405, 2015
College Essay Seminar on May 30, 2015
The essay is an extremely important part of college applications, as it is a chance for the students to present their own voice directly to a college. Students can find the essay the most intimidating step for 3 reasons: 1) Students find it difficult to focus on an idea for their essay 2) Students have no frame of reference for the types of essays written for college applications 3) Students
1004, 2015
SAT Seminar on April 25, 2015
The new SAT will take place in March 2016. What is your strategy to deal with the transition if you are a 10th or 11th grader and how can you achieve a great score? Dr. Karen Brown-Wheeler, an IvyBoost mentor and an experienced SAT prep master, will share with you tips for this SAT transition and how we have helped many students achieve high scores. Due to limited space, seat reservation is required. To reserve a
1803, 2015
Seminar: “Get Ready for Top Colleges Stress-Free” on March 28, 2015
Students face many stresses in high school. It is even worse in a competitive school district where all the students are aiming for top colleges. Without proper guidance, students will deal with a lot of anxiety and uncertainty, which can cause problems. Come to IvyBoost’s seminar on 03/28 to find out how IvyBoost can help your students with our six-module college planning methods! IvyBoost College Counseling: Get Ready for
1103, 2015
IvyBoost Welcomes Our New Tutors to Our Team!
IvyBoost is happy to announce the addition of 4 new tutors to our team, as seen below. If you need to brush up on basics for math or the foundations of biology, you can contact us at 510-656-6800 to find out how our tutors can help you boost your grade and your knowledge. Dr. Colin Leasure earned his B.S. degree in Genetics from UC Davis, and a Ph.D. in Plant
1901, 2015
College Planning and Application Seminar on January 31, 2015
Calling all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors! Do you know how to best prepare for college admissions? What are all the requirements? What classes should you take? To discover the answers, you should attend IvyBoost’s free seminar below! College Planning and Application Seminar Date: Saturday, January 31st at 1:00pm Speaker: The seminar will be hosted by Counselor Lindsay Fitzpatrick; her profile can be read here. Location: IvyBoost Education 43301
1912, 2014
1012, 2014
IvyBoost Is Closed on Thursday, 12/11
IvyBoost Education will be closed on Thursday, 12/11, due to recent announcements of the California storm. If you need to reach us, you can contact us at apply@ivyboost.com or leave us a message at 510-656-6800.
0112, 2014
IvyBoost’s December Hours
Students and Families! For your scheduling convenience in advance of the winter holidays, please take a look at IvyBoost’s December schedule below! IvyBoost is Open at Normal Hours Monday, 12/22 Tuesday, 12/23 IvyBoost Closes for Winter Holidays Wednesday, 12/24 – Thursday, 01/01 IvyBoost Re-opens at Normal Hours Friday, 01/02 & Saturday, 01/03 If you have any questions about the winter schedule, you may call us at (510)656-6800.
0411, 2014
IvyBoost Welcomes Lindsay Fitzpatrick, a New Counselor!
IvyBoost Education is glad to introduce Lindsay Fitzpatrick as a new counselor to our team! Lindsay has been a credentialed high school counselor for 9 years; during that time, she provided college counseling and advising services to students on a daily basis. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Counseling from California State University, Sacramento. After several years as a high school counselor in California
2210, 2014
A New Science Tutor has Joined our Tutoring Team!
IvyBoost would like to welcome Thanna Rajapakse, who has recently joined IvyBoost’s tutoring team! Thanna is a recent graduate of Boston University, with a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Forensic Science. Before, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Individual Studies at Santa Clara University. She has also previously been a high school mentor through College Summit and a
1109, 2014
IvyBoost Welcomes Celia, Yammy, and Namrata to Our Tutoring Team!
This September, IvyBoost Education has included some strong new additions to our tutoring team! With her strong passion for foreign languages, Celia earned her BA in French Language and an M. Ed degree in TESOL from SUNY Buffalo. She has tutored adults in French and other students in ESL and Mandarin Chinese in New York and California. As a second language learner herself, Celia believes that learning different languages
2808, 2014
Choosing Colleges & Majors Seminar on September 6th, 2014
High school seniors! You have spent the last 3 years diligently studying for your classes and wholeheartedly pursuing your activities and interests. Now is the time to concentrate on your college applications. Do you know which colleges and majors you are applying for? If you are still unsure, IvyBoost gladly invites you to our free seminar next Saturday! Choosing Colleges & Majors Seminar Date: Saturday, September 6th at 2:00pm
1108, 2014
College Application Essay Seminar Outlined Important Points
IvyBoost Education opened its doors on Saturday, July 26 for a free seminar on the college application essay. Before a crowd of students and their families, Dr. Karen Brown-Wheeler covered many excellent points about the college application essay, like the timeline, common topics, and tips on the dos-and-don’ts of the college essay. Students brought up their concerns about essay length and the repetitiveness of some of potential essay topics,
1107, 2014
Essay Writing – College App Seminar on July 26, 2014
Attention all students! You and your friends and family are cordially invited to IvyBoost’s free seminar on college application essays on Saturday, July 26! College Application Essay Seminar Date: Saturday, July 26 at 2:00pm Location: IvyBoost Education 43301 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA, 94539 Seminar Topics: How do I begin writing a college application essay? How should I handle a challenging essay prompt? Additional Info: 1. Seats are limited, so
2006, 2014
A New Tutor Has Joined IvyBoost’s Team!
IvyBoost would like welcome Jennifer Sekar to our tutoring team and look forward to working with her! Jennifer is a junior at Duke University majoring in biomedical engineering and is currently a teaching assistant in Duke’s Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. She’s been tutoring for five years now, and has enjoyed every moment of it. Jennifer has had the most experience in tutoring for chemistry, as she is also
1906, 2014
Summer Registration for TestBoost (SAT I) is Still Open!
For students who have concerns about their SATs, summer is the perfect time to prepare for upcoming testing dates! Registration for TestBoost: SAT I is still open for Summer Session II. Work intensively in a small group with experienced SAT tutors to boost your scores in Critical Reading, Math, and Writing! This SAT I class will run in Session II from 07/21-08/16, Mondays to Fridays. Space is limited, so be
0406, 2014
Early App – College App Seminar on June 14, 2014
Come to IvyBoost’s free seminar on college application and planning next week on Saturday! This College Counseling Seminar is a great chance for parents and students to learn more information on college admissions and ask questions about college applications! College Counseling Seminar Date: Saturday, June 14 at 2:00pm Location: IvyBoost Education 43301 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539 Seminar Topic: Decision Plans – Early App & Regular App What are the
0306, 2014
Congratulations to David on his SAT!
IvyBoost would like to congratulate David on his most recent SAT score! After only two months of tutoring at IvyBoost from Karen (which totaled up to 8 tutoring sessions), David took the SAT for his third time in May. Once the SAT results were released from College Board, David discovered that he had achieved a score of 2280 on his May SAT test. His Math score was a 780 and
0306, 2014
Mr. Kalnins’s teams win awards in Math Olympiad
IvyBoost’s senior math tutor, Mr. Paul Kalnins entered two teams in the 7th/8th Grade Math Olympiad for the San Joaquin County competition on Saturday, May 17, 2014. There was a total of 28 competing teams and awards were given to the the teams in the top five. Mr. Kalnin’s Math Olympiad teams placed in 5th and 2nd. Congratulations to Mr. Kalnin’s and his teams on their achievement!
2905, 2014
A Warm Welcome to IvyBoost’s New Tutors!
IvyBoost Education is glad to welcome two recent additions to our tutoring team! Christy Chou is a recent UCLA graduate with a B.S. degree in Statistics. At UCLA, she was involved in many data analytical projects and has helped multiple classmates work on their understanding of Statistics. During her free time, Christy enjoys playing piano, flute, and Go. For current or future AP Stats students, if you are ever
2905, 2014
Summer 2014 Registration Still Open
Summer may be a great time to go outside and work your muscles, but it is also a great time to work your mind! Students and parents who have already seen IvyBoost’s Summer 2014 schedule are aware of our many summer offerings. During summer, if a student wishes to sharpen their SAT Critical Reading skills, then TestBoost would be the best program of choice. If a student wants to preview
1408, 2013
IvyBoost Open House August 24
The summer days have melted away and fall is soon upon us. Do you feel ready for the new school year? Are you anxious about that SAT you planned to take in October? Are you confused about the paperwork for college applications and when you should start preparing them? Visit IvyBoost’s Open House and see how we can help you! Ask questions about our tutoring services, our college counseling services,
2707, 2013
Financial Aid Seminar Drew Hot Discussion
IvyBoost Education hosted a free seminar about financial aid on Sunday, July 14. Counselor Mr. Tony Tang discussed many issues about financial aid with quite a few parents covering topics including cost of attendance, type of financial aid, EFC, 529 Plan, FAFSA, CSS Profile, Cal Grant and many more. Parents raised many questions and showed great concerns over the rising expenses of higher education and possible solutions. For more information, please contact
0507, 2013
Financial Aid Seminar on July 14, 2013
IvyBoost Education will host a series of free seminars about college application and planning from June to December 2013. The upcoming seminar is on Sunday, July 14, 2013 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm about financial aid. Parents and students will have the opportunity to understand and discuss cost of attendance, financial aid type, Expected Family Contribution, FAFSA, CSS Profile, Cal Grant and many more interesting and important topics. Please register online or call 510-656-6800
1306, 2013
IvyBoost Seminar attracted crowds
IvyBoost Education held a college counseling seminar on June 9th, 2013. Our professional counselors talked about ” Getting into Top Colleges with Confidence”. A lot of students and their parents attended and gave very good feedback for the seminar. IvyBoost Education plans to hold free college counseling seminar once per month in this Summer, to get more information for our next seminar topic and date, please follow our website, newsletter
2105, 2013
College Counseling Seminar on June 9, 2013
IvyBoost Education will host a series of free seminars about college application and planning from June to December 2013. The upcoming seminar is on June 9 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm featuring top colleges application for Class 2014 and college planning for 7th-11th graders. Please register online or call 510-656-6800 to reserve since seats are limited.
0911, 2012
IvyBoost Club Upcoming Activities
November 30: Practice SAT We believe the earlier a student is exposed to the SAT and the more practice they receive the better they will do. On November 30 all IvyBoost student will take a full practice SAT exam. Vocabulary Jeopardy Challenge This month the IvyBoost Club is proud to feature the Vocabulary Jeopardy Challenge. Students have been learning SAT level vocabulary through the reading of classic short stories. On
0811, 2012
UC Application Special Promotion
UC (University of California) system application are coming due on Nov. 30th! IvyBoost has a Special Promotion for the UC application now. Call 510-363-3889 for details. IvyBoost Education has extensive experience on the UC application. We have helped tons of students getting into the top notch of UC universities. Whether you need assistance with your application essay, preparing for SAT and AP exams, or selecting the right schools for you
1503, 2012
Open House March 24, 2012
IvyBoost is now expanding its services and moving into historic Fremont Mission San Jose area. IvyBoost’s new office building is located at the corner of the cross roads of Mission Blvd and Washington Blvd, right opposite to the historic Mission San Jose Church. The new office address is 43301 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539. IvyBoost will have the 2012 Open House on March 24, Saturday from 3pm to 6pm. IvyBoost’s
0708, 2011
College Application Services
If you are a 12th grader this fall, you need to begin your college application right now. IvyBoost can give you a free assessment and provide you the whole package of services from college options, documents editing, application completion, interview coaching, etc. to help you get into a college in your choice. Is college application only for the 12th grader? If you think so, it is wrong. Then when should
0406, 2011
Open House Report
On May 21, 2011, Ivyboost hosted its Open House event in its Fremont facility with quite a few families and students. Ivyboost’s founder and instructors presented the introduction of Ivyboost Education and its mission and philosophy, as well as subject tutoring highlights over Math, English, Science and SAT test preparation. Families and students met and talked to the tutors about the subjects in their interests, and raised some questions about
2403, 2011
Summer School Open House 05/21
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