Testimonials
New Testimonials from 2024
"This test prepared my student well enough, not just with the material but with the testing tips that help her with her testing anxiety. She was accepted to her top choices for both public and private school. Highly recommend this course.”
- Yessenia M., 8th grade parent (March 2024)
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"Test Prep Chicago prepared my student for the Algebra Exit exam and then the 8th grade CPS HS test. They offer 4 hr boot camps and longer multi-week courses at convenient locations, including our own school. I appreciate TPC in offering quality services in an accessible way for parents. We used TPC for material content, test strategies and timed practice- everything your child needs to feel confident and mentally prepared for the CPS process. The HS test program revealed a few key math skills that needed mastery in order to achieve best outcome. My 8th grader did get first choice in HS and passed the Algebra Exam with high pass. I can't recommend TPC enough and hope this review helps other families navigating the CPS process.”
- Shannon H., 8th grade parent at Lasalle Language Academy (March 2024)
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"This test prep program was absolutely wonderful. The instructor was kind and patient and helped my son before and after class with questions. The materials, homework, and on-line practice provided throughout the course were just right. My son attended Catholic school from PreK-8th grade and I loved that the emphasis was not on standardized tests, but I knew he needed to prepare for the CPS High School test. Thanks to this course, he tested well enough to be accepted at his first selective enrollment choice for high school. This was money well spent!”
- Kate S., 8th grade parent (March 2024)
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"I am grateful for your courses and glad that you offer them all over the city of Chicago. There is no way I could have prepared both of my children for these competitive exams. Thank you for what you do and your services.”
- Octavia R., 8th grade parent (March 2024)
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"Taking the test prep course gave my child the confidence she needed to prepare for and succeed on the high school selective enrollment exam. She got a perfect score and was able to get into her school of choice!”
- Krissi, 8th grade parent at Sauganash Elementary (March 2024)
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"Our son improved tremendously from his first diagnostic with Test Prep Chicago to his ultimate score of 99%/99% on the actual CPS High School Admissions Test. We are so happy and relieved. Thank you so much for all your testing insight and guidance. It proved priceless.”
- Debra F., 8th grade parent (November 2023)
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"Hello! Just wanted you all to know Serenity Perez’s scores after doing tutoring with you all:
Reading 269, 73rd percentile, Math is 279, 81st percentile. Her grades are all A’s, so her score is 450+ (according to the rubric 184+166) 800.
Thank you Annela so much for working with Serenity! We are so proud of her.”
- Michelle G., 8th grade parent (November 2023)
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"We can’t thank Test Prep Chicago enough for pairing our son, Sebastian Rust, with private tutoring sessions with Joseph!
Joe has been a game changer! Our son, Sebe, was simply going through the motions of class. But once we started working with Joe, Sebe’s confidence and determination to do well skyrocketed! He even goes out of his way to text during off hours to check in. We can’t recommend Joe enough for the wonderful job he has done these past few weeks.
Thank you! We look forward to using your services again once our youngest child is ready to begin studying.”
- Adam R, 8th grade parent (October 2023)
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"My son who participated in your high school entrance exam prep programs is now an incoming junior and signed up for private PSAT prep with your instructor. His PSAT10 (prior to his tutoring sessions) taken in Oct. 2022 was 1340, which was 98%. He completed the prep during spring break of 2023 and took the PSAT10 again (offered by his school) in April. His score went up 100 points. which now sits at 99%. Thank you!”
- Jia C, 8th grade parent at South Loop Elementary & 11th grade parent at Walter Payton (April 2023)
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"This course prepared out daughter exceptionally well for taking the HSAT. The course was intense but covered the right material. I was impressed at how well organized the study guides were. We were delighted our daughter was accepted at Walter Payton.”
- Beth N., 8th grade parent (April 2023)
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"I'm so thankful for this course for providing practice and helping my son feel confident about taking the exam. He went in more at ease and earned a score of 96 and 97. He was able to get his first choice at Jones in the Selective enrollment program.”
- Smitha M., 8th grade parent at South Loop Elementary (March 2023)
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"TPC has really helped me for both the high school entrance exam and the ISEE. I scored a perfect score on the CPS exam and was offered to Walter Payton College Prep as well as Lincoln Park IB/ double honors. They did a great job of covering the all topics on the exam. Thank you so much and I highly recommend this program.”
- Z. H., 8th grade student (March 2023)
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"Thanks to TPC's excellent curriculum and instructors, my daughter earned a perfect score on her CPS high school entrance exam. She was accepted into her first choice selective enrollment high school and is so happy and excited. We are so proud and grateful. I highly recommend TPC's test prep courses!”
- Cathy N., 8th grade parent (March 2023)
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"The Test Prep Chicago program was exceptionally tailored to the present day testing landscape and prepared our daughter for admission to her first choice high school.”
- Daniel T., 8th grade parent (March 2023)
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"In 2019, we connected with Test Prep Chicago, by way of Mcdade's Elementary School, to provide tutoring for Selective enrollment Academic Centers for 7 and 8 graders. Then Covid 19 happened, and the public schools were shut down along with the rest of the city. So, no tutoring. The tutoring was paid in full. However, there was no problem with Test Prep Chicago refunding the tuition in the matter of couple days. I greatly appreciated their professionalism which is why her mom and I decided to partner with them on behalf of my granddaughter, once again, who is in 8th grade and was preparing for selective enrollment high schools. We signed up for 8 week sessions on Saturdays. Now, I must say that my granddaughter hated getting up, with a passion, on Saturdays. But she completed the 8 weeks and when she took the High School entrance exam she scored a 99 in ELA and 96 in math. Her mom and I are so proud!! She realized that Test Prep Chicago not only assisted in the teaching of math, vocabulary, reading, spelling and misspelled words but it gave her the opportunity to practice over and over again within the Test Prep classes and assigned homework. Her teacher, Ms. Stovall, is an excellent teacher. Ms. Stovall answered all questions and kept the students updated as well as us. Test Prep Chicago not only reflected what she was doing in her ELA and Math classes but provided opportunities for practice over and over again. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this program for 6 and 8 graders. It is WORTH IT!!!”
- Ms. Shivers., 8th grade grandparent (December 2022)
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"I used Test Prep to prepare my son for the CPS & Catholic High School Admissions Test. We had a great experience. The group classes were done onsite after school for several consecutive weeks leading up to the exam. There was weekly homework (about 30 min/day) and the concepts taught in class were challenging. Communication with the tutor and office were exceptional. My son came out of the exam feeling very confident and extremely well prepared.
The results speak for themselves - he is in a great position to be accepted into the high school of his choice. I'm very pleased with Charlie, his tutors and the company itself. I'd recommend them to anyone looking for test prep.”
- Melinda Y., 8th grade parent at St. John Berchmans (November 2022)
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"My son decided to apply to the academic center very late, only 1 month before he was scheduled to take the gifted exam. Test Prep Chicago was fantastic about accommodating our last minute needs. My son participated in a Test Prep Palooza Workshop to better understand the format of a gifted exam format. We then realized he needed individualized tutoring to be better prepared and more confident for the exam. After a 5 hour package with Sarah, my son's practice tests improved by 20% in most categories; changing from 70 to 90% and 80 to 100%. On the day of the exam, my son felt very prepared and even had spare time to review his answers. We are delighted to report Levi was accepted into Lane Tech's academic center! I highly recommend Test Prep Chicago."
- 6th grade parent, LaSalle Language Academy (April 2022)
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“Our daughter skyrocketed from low scores on pre tests to perfect scores on entrance exams due to Test Prep Chicago. Definitely worth the time and investment even if you’re not testing.”
- Sarah R., 8th grade parent, (December 2021)
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“Great resource for my daughter prepare for her high school test. Highly recommend and shout out to Libby — she was a great instructor!”
- 8th grade parent, South Loop Elementary (December 2021)
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“My daughter found the course very helpful and really liked her instructor, Cameron!”
- 8th grade parent, Edgebrook Elementary (December 2021)
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“Charlie and Alexandra THANK YOU for helping my son Aaryan score perfect score in CPS High School exam! Charlie - I appreciate the way you handled the situation during enrollment when Aaryan’s name was missing on the class schedule and you accommodated him and added him to the Sundays class at a very short notice.
Ms. Banin did an amazing job in preparing my son for the exam. I noticed the difference in his score from the test on the first day to his score on the test on the last day and there was a big change. All thanks to both you — TEST PREP is the best!!”
- Meetu S., 8th grade parent, (December 2021)
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“Excellent course. Prepared my child for exam and I think contributed to their success!”
- Julie K., 8th grade parent, (December 2021)
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“My daughter did the high school test prep with TPC and it was a huge success. She scored well and learned a lot. The TPC team was always very responsive and super professional. I highly recommend using TPC to prep your children for any tests!”
- Aicha S., 8th grade parent, (December 2021)
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“Good morning Charlie,
For what it’s worth, we thought Cameron was terrific and did a great job working with, and connecting to, our boys. I have no doubt Noah is more prepared than he was four weeks ago!”
- 8th grade parent, (November 2021)
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“Hello,
I just wanted to write a quick shout-out for Libby. Mya looked forward to her tutoring sessions, and Libby was very helpful. Libby responded well to Mya when Mya made a mistake or didn't understand a concept. Libby is very pleasant, professional, and uses every minute! We recommend Libby, and I'm sure you have a long list of other clients who also recommend her!”
- Jill W., 8th grade parent, (November 2021)
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“Dear Alexandra and Charlie,
Thank you so much for teaching Yuria for the AC test during the challenging time this past year. She received the result and she got into Whitney Young!!
I just felt like expressing appreciation and informing you of the Great News for our family!!”
- Ayako K., 6th grade parent, (June 2021)
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“I really appreciate all the help Test Prep Chicago provided my daughter, despite the pandemic and the COVID in-person restrictions Chicago was experiencing. She did great because of your prep course. My daughter received prep for the ISEE and the SEHS entrance exams. She was able to get offers for Whitney Young and Francis Parker, her first choice public and private schools. She received the full 300 points for her grades and entrance exam, and I was blown away! The focus and consistency Test Prep Chicago was able to provide her with, was phenomenal, and I highly recommend your services!”
- Ebony Mitchell, 8th grade parent, (May 2021)
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“From a mom’s perspective, I know my daughter is smart but this course gave her more confidence in test taking that I believe made her more prepared & relaxed to ultimately get the outstanding outcome she did.”
- Liliana B., 8th grade parent, (May 2021)
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“Fantastic prep for selective enrollment test! I was so prepared !”
- Daniel C., 8th grade student, (May 2021)
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“We expected the entrance exam to be our child’s weakest link but after the course and reviewing more on our own he scored the full 300/300.”
- Kathy B., 8th grade parent, (May 2021)
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“She really liked the teacher (Sivan)! She thought the way Sivan taught the material was very helpful and made it easy to refer back to while taking the test. She also found the before taking the test and night before the test taking tips very helpful to not get overwhelmed and so she felt prepared.”
- Cathleen A., 8th grade parent, (May 2021)
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“Alexandra was OUTSTANDING. I'm a high school teacher with years of test prep under my belt. I over heard her instruction from time to time. She is so good at it, and she makes it look easy.
My son was prepared for the selective enrollment exam. This course helped him gain confidence in skills he already knew and taught him great test taking strategies. We are so pleased with this test prep course.”
- Kris B., 8th grade parent, (May 2021)
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“Roman and Isabella were both accepted to Brooks! I’m sure the help they received from Aileen helped so thank you!!”
- Tami S., 8th grade parent, (January 2021)
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“Nabiel had had a wonderful time with his tutor and feels very prepared for his upcoming test. We truly loved the experience and the diligence in helping my son feel more confident in his upcoming test. His school grades have also risen due to what he has learned through his tutor. I have highly recommended Test Prep to other parents!”
- Cynthia R., 8th grade parent, (December 2020)
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“A huge thank you for offering your amazing Selective Enrollment prep class. My daughter, not only came out of the exam feeling very good about it and saying it “wasn’t nearly as difficult as she was expecting”, but also just received her scores and they were definitely higher than we had anticipated. She got her first choice of the CPS selective enrollment high schools. There’s no doubt the cost for the class was money well spent!!!!”
- Melinda W., 8th grade parent, Onahan Elementary, (March 2020)
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“Some students don't know how to prepare or take standardized tests. My child learned a tremendous amount about how to think and attack standardized tests. It was also a confidence boost, which helps test-taking anxiety. My child was well prepared. This is strongly reflected in the vast jump from their NWEA Map score of 264 (no test prep in the fall) to a 297, their score on the Selective Enrollment HS test (with TPC). They got into their top choice for Selective Enrollment. THANK YOU TPC.”
- Rosalie R., 8th grade parent, (March 2020)
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“So thrilled with the outcome of selective enrollment test.!! We only wish we had done this for NWEA. My daughter felt well prepared which helped with the test anxiety that comes with this test! She got into Jones, which is her first choice! We tell everyone to skip other test preps! This is the best!! Thank you!”
- Katie S., 8th grade parent, Drummond Motessori, (March 2020)
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“Course and help preparing my daughter for both the CPS and Catholic HS Test was very important and made a large contribution to her comfort level when taking the exams. I think the strategies and ways to approach each of the different sections as well as feeling calm knowing what types of questions to expect was very beneficial. Money well spent!”
- Renee B., 8th grade parent, Onahan Elementary, (March 2020)
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“We meant to email you sooner to say THANK YOU for all of your time and work with Jake - he got into St. Ignatius. You really were a great influence on Jake and made this so much easier for my husband and me. Jake said what you taught him really helped him when taking the exam.
Hope all is well with you, especially during this unique time.
Thank you so much!”
- Amy, Chris, and Jack Stevenson, (March 2020)
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“Test Prep Chicago has wonderful mentors who genuinely care about the students’ individual needs and success. There is no doubt that their expertise and dedication played a vital role in my daughter’s test scores and, because of that, I will be forever grateful. Thank you Cecily!”
- Elisa S., 8th grade parent (March 2020)
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“These courses were excellent preparation for both nwea and selective enrollment. Our son scored 300 on selective enrollment exam and this class undoubtedly helped him achieve that”
- Edward R., 8th grade parent, A.N. Pritzker Elementary, (March 2020)
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“I wanted to let you know my daughter, Lauren, got into Payton on Friday! We are very proud and excited for her.
Sofia was a wonderful tutor and Lauren scored 300 points on the SEHS. Thank you for all your help!”
- Lauren F., 8th grade parent, (March 2020)
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“We had put our other daughter through another company’s prep course and it didn’t feel like she was taught the material so much as given large homework packets to self-study. Sydney felt the course she took with Test Prep Chicago was different and it taught the concepts in class and the homework was used to validate understanding and to practice. It wasn’t overwhelming to her and gave her greater confidence going into the MAP test.
I can’t thank you enough for the MAP prep course. Sydney did fabulous – 99% math, 96% reading which should guarantee her first choice – Lane Tech!
Eric – we appreciate your ongoing help with Vocab & Grammar just to help seal the deal!
- Kelly C., 8th grade parent, (October 2019)
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“Thank you Shalin Shah! You are an amazing instructor, and the online homework you provided after every session helped my son’s test scores jump 15 points! I advise parents no matter how high or low your child’s scores are to sign up for this test prep class — this class was worth it!”
- Onita M., 7th grade parent, Skinner North (June 2019)
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“Hi Catie,
I wanted to let you know that our son got into Walkter Payton HS, his first high school choice. Thank you for all your help and support! We will be contacting Test Prep Chicago later this year since our twin girls are also taking the exam for entrance to Selective Enrollment High Schools. Hopefully you will be able to work with them as well! Thanks again!”
- 8th grade parent, (April 2019)
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“Hello Charlie,
My son, LP, took your test prep classes at Hamlin Park in January. I met you briefly in the hallway downstairs and we chatted about Test Prep. Anyway, I’m pleased to tell you that my son got an offer to go to the Academic Center at Lane Tech. I wanted to thank you because Test Prep Chicago was extremely helpful when my son took the entrance exam. When my younger son is ready, we will sign him up too. Thank you again and I wish you much success in your organization!”
- 6th grade parent, (April 2019)
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“Hello Charlie and Maura:
I would like to share some great news with the entire TPC team. Our daughter has earned a seat at Jones College Preparatory High School, her top selective school! Although her cumulative score resoundingly secured her a spot at Jones, it does not reflect how hard and tirelessly she has worked to put herself in this position; her dedication and determination in her education; and the incredible support from many people who believed in her abilities to achieve great things. On behalf of my family, thank you, Charlie and Maura, for supporting our daughter's academic journey through this high school process.
We look forward to all that comes with Act III of this journey.”
- 8th grade parent, (April 2019)
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“I will definitely sign my younger son up for test prep classes when his time comes. I feel they definitely helped. I was so surprised to see a perfect score on the SE test & my son also got offers for his top pick of SE & choice schools. He had his pick between Lane which was his 1st pick & Amundsen IB his top for choice schools. The classes definitely paid off!”
- Heather B., 8th grade parent, Welles Park (April 2019)
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“Hi Charlie,
I wanted to let you know that Griffin scored a perfect 300 on the high school test. Combined with the NWEA and his 7th grade grades he had a total score of 892. Both of the test prep classes were very helpful and necessary to help Griffin get accepted to Northside College Prep - his first choice school!
Thanks for working with Skinner North and our kids to hold the test prep class at our school!”
- Stephanie F, 8th grade parent, Skinner North (April 2019)
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“My daughter is in an accelerated program for K–8, so having this course was a very useful review for material she covered last year. Thanks, in part, to that review, she got a perfect 300 on the entrance exam and therefore got into her first choice high school. Thanks to our cool instructor who made the review not painful!”
- Jennifer M., 8th grade parent, St. John Berchmans (April 2019)
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“My son would not have done as well on the selective enrollment test and had a shot at a great selective enrollment school without this test prep. He was confident and familiar with the material going into the test and that made all the difference. Thanks!”
- Andrea W., 8th grade parent, Garvy Elementary (April 2019)
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“It was very important to keep up with the practice for the selective enrollment test. The course was a great help in that regard!”
- 8th grade parent, Garvy Elementary (April 2019)
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“The Test Prep course was fun! My child looked forward to each class because the instructor made it enjoyable!”
- 8th grade parent, (April 2019)
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“Charlie is the best! Not only did Charlie answer all of my multiple questions either via phone or email lightning fast, he really is invested to making sure your child succeeds. Both the Test Prep Chicago NWEA Map and Selective Enrollment test prep content was spot on for my daughter and she got into her first choice Lane!”
- Diane, 8th grade parent (April 2019)
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"Test Prep Chicago set us up with a great tutor for my son! The tutor helped familiarize him with the types of questions he’d see on the HSPT, MAP and CPS Selective Enrollment exams and taught him new math concepts he hadn’t learned in school yet. My son's grades and test scores qualified him for a top Catholic high school and all of the SE schools in Chicago. It was a great learning experience for all of us!”
- M.R. 8th grade parent (April 2019)
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"Hi Charlie,
Hope you are doing well! Just wanted to let you know that Nadia was recently accepted to Walter Payton College Prep, her top choice. After starting to work with Test Prep Chicago last fall, she improved significantly on the MAP tests, as well as on the SEHS and HSPT exams.
Thank you for the amazing job you and Libby did preparing Nadia for the content on the tests. But perhaps more importantly, we appreciate your dedication and responsiveness in terms of providing guidance on the overall high school entrance process. I can't think of a better tutoring company to work with, and I know that my younger daughter will be in great hands when the time is right.
Best,"
- Monik, 8th grade parent, Frances Xavier Warde (June 2018)
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"Hi Charlie and Mara - I wanted to let you know that Megan finished her MAP tests. Her percentile in reading improved from a 70 in the fall to an 87 this spring. In math she went from a 96th percentile to a 99th. Her projected RIT growth was 2 and 4 in those areas, compared to an actual growth of 10 and 16. I’d say huge success. Thank you Charlie for matching us such with Mara, an outstanding resource for Megan. Mara, you are the BEST. So much of Megan’s improvement is due to your guidance and teaching.
I thought you’d both want to know.
Best,"
- Anne, 7th grade parent (June 2018)
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"Hi Charlie -- I just wanted to drop you a quick note to let you know that Katherine finished MAP testing about a week ago. In math, her score was 26 points higher than a year ago. In reading, her score was 18 points higher than a year ago. These scores should put her in great shape to get into the selective enrollment high school that she wants to go to. She is so excited and relieved, and so are we, and we attribute much of her success with MAP testing this year to the test prep class she took with Test Prep Chicago. It really helped her to feel well prepared, and she used the strategies she learned to her benefit.
I just wanted to let you know how grateful we are, and to thank you and Iheoma very much. : )
Best regards,"
- Kristin, 7th grade parent (June 2018)
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"Just wanted to say “Thank you” for your test prep help! My daughter is happy with her scores: Reading 254; Math 266. I would definitely recommend your class to next year’s 7th graders."
- Erin, 7th grade parent, Onahan Elementary (May 2018)
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"Hi Maura,
I wanted to thank you for your time spent tutoring Ashley, she found it extremely helpful. She scored 150 (300 points) on the AC entrance exam, and she has decided to go to Lane Tech (her 1st choice) next year.
Thanks!"
- Bree W., 6th grade parent, (April 2018)
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"Please pass on a word of thanks to Nat Swift for tutoring my son, Adam, for the NWEA testing and high school selective enrollment tests this past year. It paid off handsomely and Adam was able to get into his first choice high school, Lane. We are very grateful to Nat for his expertise, kindness and general calm demeanor while working with Adam.
Wishing you all the best as you continue to help Chicago students in the crazy high school application process."
- 8th grade parent, (April 2018)
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"My son is going to Lane Tech Academic Center. He crushed the gifted test with a 148! Total points 884.9.
Thank you!!!"
- Patty H., 6th grade parent, (April 2018)
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"Hi Charlie,
We received notification that our daughter was accepted to her first choice high school Northside College Prep. Thank you so much for providing a great tutor and materials. Thank you for always being available to provide additional information when requested as well as answer any questions about the process. We feel your personal availability to your clients is something that really sets you apart from other test prep companies.
Sincerely,"
- J. Maxwell, 8th grade parent, Near North Montessori (April 2018)
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"Dear Charlie and Chelsea,
I hope you are both doing wonderfully. I just wanted to follow up with you both to let you know that both of our daughters scored a perfect 300 on their SEHS exam, and have been accepted to Walter Payton College Prep—their dream!
What I wanted to say was thank you both, especially Chelsea, for the preparation you offered the girls. Obviously you do your job extremely well and we are grateful they had the opportunity to learn from you.
Many thanks again!"
- 8th grade parent, (April 2018)
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"Dear Christabel,
We are so thrilled to inform you that Jai got a perfect score (300) in SE test and received admission to Walter Payton. We are super happy about this and amazed at the high score he achieved.
Thank you so much for your outstanding coaching and guidance which enabled him to receive such a high achievement."
- Nalini, 8th grade parent, (April 2018)
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"We are so happy that we chose Test Prep Chicago for our son's tutoring needs when applying to Selective Enrollment High Schools. Charlie always responded promptly to our many questions and provided us with valuable information/feedback. Libby, Surya’s tutor, had a great relationship with him and taught him many helpful strategies/ways to go through the tests. Surya did really well on the tests (298 Map/NWEA, 300 SEHS exam) and has been offered admission to Walter Payton, his first school of choice. Thanks so much Test Prep Chicago for helping him get there! We really appreciate it!
- Rajee, 8th grade parent, Catherine Cook Elementary (April 2018)
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"My daughter took the one-on-one tutoring sessions for her NWEA MAP, and her NWEA math score jumped 10 points from winter to spring. She took test prep classes for the SEHS exam. I believe it helped her as well. We received her SEHS results today, and I was pleasantly surprised that she scored 297/300. She has an offer from Whitney Young, her 2nd choice and Lincoln Park IB. Given that we live in the 4th tier, the competition is very fierce. I am very happy with Test Prep Chicago! Thank you Test Prep Chicago for accommodating her for a last minute sign up!
- Wissanee, 8th grade parent (March 2018)
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"Hi Charlie,
I have some good news to share with you! Thomas received an offer from Jones HS. He is ecstatic! Thank you so much for all your help! Your test prep program is excellent, and I would strongly recommend it to anyone interested in applying to selective enrollment schools!"
- Jolanta Serges, 8th grade parent (March 2018)
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"I liked the class a lot. It was very helpful, and I learned a lot in class that I didn't know before. The teacher (Cristina Orozco) was great. She was very helpful, and she made the class fun. I feel that the class really prepared me for the my test, and I wouldn't have gotten into my first choice high school without this class. It is definitely worth taking the test prep class!
- Luka Pina, 8th grade student (March 2018)
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"Thank you Test Prep Chicago! Both our middle schoolers worked with Test Prep Chicago for the high school entrance tests. Two years’ ago, our son scored high enough to obtain admission to Walter Payton and the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools (where he now attends high school). Our daughter is now going through the process. Thus far, she scored 99/99 on her CPS NWEA MAP tests and amazingly high on her ISEE (scoring in the 9th stanine for reading, verbal reasoning, and math achievement, and in the 7th stanine for quantitative reasoning). Of course, we now have to wait to see how she did on the Selective Enrollment Test and where she is admitted, but our Test Prep Chicago tutor did an amazing job with both our kids, and Charlie was great about providing a consistent tutor, being extremely responsive to emails, and answering all of our questions in a very helpful and timely way. Thanks again!!
- Hallie, parent, Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School (December 2017)
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"Dear Suzy,
Claire was thrilled with both of her MAP scores, but especially the 99 on math. You certainly prepared her thoroughly, and we can hardly thank you and Charlie enough—but still, THANK YOU! 😊🎉.
Your program, materials, kindness and sense of humor along with your professionalism, punctuality, and patience—so many things for which we are grateful—all lent a hand to Claire’s strong performance (despite her having a high fever the night before and day of the test).
Charlie, you could not have been more responsive and accommodating throughout our entire experience and several months working with Test Prep Chicago. I look forward to recommending you both highly.
Most appreciatively,"
- Sarah, 8th grade parent, Catherine Cook Elementary (November 2017)
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"Charlie,
We are extremely happy with the support you offered through out. The training material is awesome, and Christabel is outstanding. You were very patient in answering my questions as we acquainted ourselves to CPS system being from out of state!"
- 8th grade parent, (November 2017)
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"Nat,
My daughter scored 99th percentile for both math and reading! Thank you so much for working with her and helping her with achieving her goals!"
- 8th grade parent, Rogers Park Montessori School (October 2017)
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"Dear Charlie,
I just recently received our daughter's NWEA scores, and they were much improved! Thank you to Iheoma so much! We will definitely use you again for test prep for the NWEA/MAP testing for HS admissions.
Thank you!"
- Lisanne, 6th grade parent, Ogden Elementary (July 2017)
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"Hi Douglas,
I am happy to report that Miles exceeded his goal of 224 & scored 230 on the math portion of the NWEA test. We are quite pleased with his progress, and I will be sure to recommend your program to our friends and family. Thanks so much!"
- Sherri., 7th grade parent, South Loop Elementary (June 2017)
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"Dear Tamas and Charlie,
Our daughter was offered a seat at Northside College Prep. She is so happy and proud of herself. We appreciate both of your help very much. Private tutoring with Tamas resulted in a significant improvement on her test scores. The provided homework materials and the teaching style helped her immensely. We will be working with you again soon, this time for our son who would like to attend a CPS Academic Center."
- DG., 8th grade parent, St. Benedict Prep (May 2017)
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"Dear Greg and Charlie, this is Claudia Hansen, Robert Hansen's mom. I just received an email today from Robert's math teacher regarding his results in the last NWEA math test. He improved considerately since his last test -- this time he scored 246 -- 19 points higher than his winter results. I want to thank you for your dedication, your patience and your knowledge, your great work is showing in these kids and you should feel very happy. Thank you again, have a great day!"
- Claudia Hansen., 7th grade parent, Onahan Elementary (May 2017)
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"Test Prep was really helpful for us. We found the teachers and our tutor to be knowledgeable, and they worked diligently with our daughter to focus on her weaker areas. Our daughter took it very seriously, and put in the required time to practice (do the homework) and learn the material presented. The preparation built her confidence for test day and supplemented her school curriculum so she was ready for the test. She came out of the test saying that she thought it went well, and her scores increased from past years. She was able to get into the selective enrollment school of her choice. I highly recommend Test Prep Chicago!"
- Heather L., 8th grade parent, (April 2017)
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"We would like to thank you and your team for guiding us through this challenging process. Our daughter got a perfect score 300 from SE test, 289 from NWEA (93%Reading; 98%Math), 300 from grades a total of 889. Her choices were 1. Northside Prep, 2. Lane Tech.
She is offered a seat at Lane Tech (based on her superior academic standing, she is invited to join the Alpha and Omega programs), Lincoln Park IB Program and Loyola Academy. We are very happy with her results and proud of her.
Just wanted to thank again and inform you."
- DG, 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"Dear Alex and Charlie,
We would like to thank you, especially Alex for doing a great job at tutoring Amy. She got a 300 for the Selective Test, and she isgoing to Northside next year.
Thank you again!"
- LJ, 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"Just wanted to share our good news, our daughter got into Lane Tech for high school. She is thrilled! Thanks for all you help along the way! “
- 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"Charlie,
I wanted to thank you and Sarah. Mary got into Jones with a perfect score on the entrance exam. She also got into St. Ignatius. I will be recommending your services in the future."
- Kathy B., 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"LaTara - Thank you so much for helping my son prepare for the selective enrollment exam!"
- 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"Hi Charlie - I wanted to let you know that my daughter got accepted to Jones Colleges Prep and St. Ignatius. Test Prep Chicago (and especially Christabel) played a huge part in her success! Thanks again for Test Prep Chicago's assistance with these positive outcomes!"
- 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"Hello, Charlie-
Just wanted to thank you - my son, Simon, was accepted into Lane - his school of choice. The semi-private tutoring with Suzy worked out great. Please let her know the good news as well. Simon's brother, Mike, also got into the high school of his choice (Lane) after having utilized your test prep classes. I have two different types of learners who both benefited from your services.
- Mary D., 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"We can't thank you (Test Prep Chicago) enough, for all of your wisdom and support throughout the High School Selective Enrollment process. Charlie was able to build the perfect program for our son, after diagnostic and evaluation of the areas he needed a boost with. Chelsea was a wonderful tutor, teaching him relevant strategies, pace techniques and she was super attentive to his specific needs. Our son is happy and excited he got accepted to Payton!
Big thanks to you for all of your great help!"
- 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"Hi Charlie,
I wanted to let you know that my son scored 98% on the DePaul Prep Admission Exam (top 5%) and was offered a $20,000 Academic Scholarship as a result. We found out yesterday he scored a 300 out of 300 on the Selective Enrollment Admission Exam.
Thank you for the help!"
- Mark S., 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"Hi Charlie,
I am happy to share with you great news - my daughter got into Payton, her first choice high school, with a perfect score of 900!!! She has always been a good student, but the individual tutoring program offered her much needed confidence. She really, really enjoyed working with Sarah. A big thank you to both of you!"
- 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"This test prep is worth the money. They enabled my daughter to score 300/300 on the Selective Enrollment Entrance Exam."
- Pilar E., 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"My child got into Whitney Young. Her scores on the entrance exam were almost perfect and this program offered her the resources to take the test and she said it was very helpful. This program is the best in Chicago!!!"
- 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"Thanks to Test Prep Chicago my daughter has three great high school offers!"
- 8th grade parent, South Loop Elementary (March 2017)
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"Hi Jermaine and Charlie,
I wanted to let you both know that Kate scored a perfect 99 on the selective enrollment entrance exam. She was accepted at Walter Payton - her 1st choice and is thrilled. I don't think she could have done it without all of your help. I really appreciate it - thank you!! "
- Jennifer K.., 8th grade parent, St. Clement Elementary (March 2017)
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"Hi Charlie,
Thanks for the help, my daughter Danielle Ouimet was accepted into Payton, Jones and St Ignatius. 895 out of 900."
- Daniel Ouimet, 8th grade parent, South Loop Elementary (March 2017)
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"Hi Charlie.
I just wanted to say thanks for what was obviously great prep for the high school admissions exams. Molly got a 99th percentile on the CPS exam and a 98th percentile on the Catholic school exam. She has two great choices for high school, and I just wanted to say thanks and let you know that your program is working!!"
- Megan M.., 8th grade parent, (March 2017)
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"Hi Nat -
Jack got in to Saint Ignatius - waiting on CPS - but Saint Ignatius is his first choice! Thanks for all of the help!"
- Erin S., 8th grade parent, Queen of Angels (February 2017)
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"Dear Charlie and Tamas,
Romina just got the results for her NWEA MAP a few minutes ago: Reading 93%; Math 98%.
We are jumping with joy! Thanks to both of you!"
- Didem Greco, 8th grade parent (October 2016)
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"Charlie,
My daughter, Tyler Breen, did very well on the NWEA MAP test. She will now have a good shot at her top high school choices: Jones, Walter Payton, and Lane Tech. Tyler complained of attending classes at the time, but thanked me profusely on the way to the test for making her take the course and for the individual tutoring session. She had a great level of confidence walking through the door to take the test!
Thanks again,
- Nick Zele, 8th grade parent, Alphonsus Academy (October 2016)
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"Dear Greg,
Kate was delighted to attend the class again because you are her teacher. There are not many teachers that she comments about in this way. I have copied Mr. Howard, so he is aware of your excellent teaching methods and for your efforts to ensure the lessons are interesting. The testing skills you have taught Kate in the test prep courses has helped her with her school classes as well. Kate understands theories that were not learned in general education., thanks to this program. We are very grateful for your wonderful work and Mr. Howard’s genuine interest in helping Kate and all your students."
- Mrs. H., 8th grade parent, Onahan Elementary (October 2016)
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"We first used Test Prep Chicago for our son who was testing for the Selective Enrollment High Schools. My son did well on the Selective Enrollment Entrance Exam and got into his first choice for high school.
Three years later when it came time for him to take his ACT, he took it and got a very good score. Nevertheless, he wanted to score even higher, and he was able to improve his score to a 33 through his individual tutoring sessions with a Test Prep Chicago tutor. Thanks Test Prep Chicago!!"
- Ann-Marie G., 11th grade parent (September 2016)
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"Hi Charlie,
A big "thank you" to you and Daria for helping our daughter prep for the NWEA MAP and Selective Enrollment exams! She got her #1 choice, Walter Payton College Prep, and is as happy as can be. Looking forward to working with you again when it's our son's turn."
- 8th grade parent (August 2016)
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"Hi Charlie,
My 7th grader did an outstanding job on her NWEA testing scoring 99th percentile in both math and reading. Thank you for helping her achieve this goal!"
- 7th grade parent, South Loop Elementary School (June 2016)
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"Dear Mr. Howard,
We just received Kate's NWEA MAP test results. Kate had a 21-point increase in Math and a 10-point increase in Reading (her expected growth was listed at below 5% for both subjects).
Her success was due to your program and the wonderful teaching of Greg Fruin. She received scores of 96% in both Math and Reading. These were Kate's highest scores on the NWEA MAP exam since she began testing in the third grade!
Kate really enjoyed the class. She was confident and ready for the testing. She found the test-taking strategies Greg taught during the class to be very helpful and was looking forward to the test, rather than dreading it. These skills will help her in her studies and testing at school moving forward.
We are very grateful for Greg's advice and for your program. It was an enjoyable learning environment and a valuable investment for the high school entrance exams and future learning and test-taking endeavors.
Kate had participated in another company's test prep programs previously, however it wasn't until she took your company's course that she showed substantial improvement. I will definitely be recommending your services to other families."
- Mrs. M (7th grade parent)
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"Hey Charlie,
Just wanted to let you know that my son took his NWEA reading test this week and his score improved 15 points over his Fall score. He was beyond thrilled and said that his tutoring sessions really helped. Please give Garseng our thanks. We appreciated all of your help!!!"
- Nicole (5th grade parent)
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"Charlie and Alex,
I just wanted to let you both know that my daughter will be going to Walter Payton College Prep this coming fall. We were so delighted that she got her top choice. She said that the test prep classes and tutoring really helped prepare her for the exams. She scored in the 99% on the SEHS test so Alex’s tutoring certainly helped.
You will be hearing from us again in a couple of years when it’s our son’s turn to go through it all. Needless to say we will be sending you some referrals along the way.
Thanks!"
- 8th grade parent, Francis Xavier Warde School (March 2016)
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"Colleen was accepted to Lane Tech last week! We are overjoyed and owe such a great deal of this success to you. Please accept our thanks and deepest gratitude for all your superb tutoring, influence, guidance and general good will. You helped Colleen (and Curt and I) stay positive and focused. We always felt we were in good hands with you. Needless to say, we will certainly be calling on you again!
Thank you so much, Nat [Test Prep Chicago Tutor]! It wouldn't have happened without you."
-Patty and Curt Peterson, 8th grade parents (March 2016)
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"Hi Charlie,
I would like to share with you that my son, Kristoffer, received an acceptance letter from Walter Payton-- his first choice. I would like to let you know that the 4-hr Test Prep Palooza workshop helped him. I remember that during the workshop, he shaded some of the wrong bubbles.. So your workshop taught him to be careful on test day. He also said he was a bit nervous and used several test techniques he learned from the test prep workshop. I still cannot believe he got a total of 900 (300 of it with your help!).
Thank you so much!!!"
-Christine Balintona., 8th grade parent (March 2016)
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"Hi Charlie,
My son received a 99% on his SEHS entrance exam. He was just accepted to his first choice high school -- Northside College Prep. Thank you so much for sending us a great tutor and being so patient with all my questions. See you in a year when #2 starts her journey!"
~Janice M., 8th grade parent (February 2016)
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"I've had two kids take test prep with Test Prep Chicago for the SEHS and the NWEA MAP exams, with great results. My son's now a freshman at Jones, and my daughter's about to start at Northside Prep. Both of my children got into their first choice schools. So glad we test-prepped with Test Prep Chicago!
~Joni Beigh, Edgewater (February 2016)
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"Dear Mr. Howard,
I wanted to thank you so much for your Test Prep Chicago Palooza course. It gave my 8th grade daughter the added confidence she needed going into the SEHS test regarding format, what to expect, and strategy. She was so happy and relieved to find out that she received the full 300 points on the SEHS test!"
~Kathy Gac, Logan Square (February 2016)
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"We just got Jackson's test scores. He got a perfect score on the Selective Enrollment test so his overall entrance score is 897. Looks like he's in great shape for the school of his choice. He's between Payton & Whitney - he will make his decision this weekend. Thanks for all your help!! I'm passing your info on to all 7th grade parents that ask me. We look forward to working with you again for Joshua in the next 1-2 years! Happy holidays!
~Keli W., 8th grade parent (December 2015)
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"Test Prep Chicago made a world of difference for our son. We took the one-on-one tutoring approach. Test Prep Chicago was able to provide us with the same tutor for almost all test prep sessions, and consistency was really important to us. The tutor provided was AMAZING and flexible, and made math "fun." Our son's results on all of the "high-stakes" high school tests were way beyond our expectations!"
~8th grade parent (December 2015)
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"Hi Charlie,
I wanted to let you know that my daughter took the SEHS test the day after the Drummond test prep class ended. She got her results back last week, and she scored in the 99th percentile for her core score. Thanks so much for your great work preparing her!"
~8th grade parent (December 2015)
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"From my perspective, the front office was very responsive, the program was well-designed and thorough, and the instructor (Diane Gillette) was well-prepared and really skilled in imparting both content and strategic advice on taking the tests. Jack scored a 99 on the Selective Enrollment exam. With his great MAP results, he is now well positioned to go anywhere he wants. Diane played no small part in making this possible, so please let her know and give her our thanks!"
- Jack M., 8th grade parent (December 2015)
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"Hi Charlie,
Thanks so much for providing our daughter with quality tutoring this past month. Our daughter managed a 285/300 or 94 core on the SEHS exam. Please let Diane Gillette know how absolutely grateful we are with all her focused tutoring!"
~Dennis F., 8th grade parent (December 2015)
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"Hello all-
I want to update you on Erin's test scores after taking your NWEA MAP test prep course this spring.
In math she had an 11 point increase and scored a 260, which put her at the 95th percentile.
In reading she had a 9 point increase and scored a 240, which put her at the 92nd percentile.
She was super excited with her scores! Kudos to you all for running a top-notch test prep review session! Thank you for all of your hard work with Erin."
~Susan L., 7th grade parent (2015)
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"I just want to share that my son exceeded our expectations on his MAP tests! His projected growth in Reading was 2%, and he ended with an 11% growth. In Math, his projected growth was 5%, and he ended with a 17% growth!
I am pleased to let you know... Reading 98% and Math 93%!
Thank you very much!"
~Happy 7th grade parent (May 2015)
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"Hi, this is Julia E. I finished my NEWA test for reading. My goal was a 223 and my score today was a 238. I wanted to let you know my score and I wanted to thank you. [...] Thank You!!!! You really helped on math I needed a 242 and I got a 252!"
~Julia E., 7th grade student (May 2015)
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"Hello Test Prep Chicago team - As a result of our son taking your 8th grade prep class this fall, he received the maximum points and was accepted into his first choice Selective Enrollment high school. Our son commented that your test prep class included many materials that were specifically covered on the SE test, so he felt very prepared. Thanks to Theresa and everyone at Test Prep Chicago for enabling our son to achieve his choices!"
~8th grade parent (March 2015)
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"Hi! I just wanted to let you know that we are very pleased with the test prep M. received this past December. First, she took the Catholic School test at DePaul College Prep. We received a call that she did extremely well on the test and they wanted to make sure she applied to school. That gave her a lot of confidence walking into the SEHS test. We received her acceptance to DePaul College Prep as well as her acceptance to her 1st choice Lane Tech. She scored a 93 on Vocabulary, and 99 on the other 3 sections giving her a core total of 99 - 300/300 points. Thank you for all you did. We are over thrilled and to now have 2 daughters at Lane and will definitely use Test Prep Chicago for our son next year in 7th grade. Thank you."
~8th grade parent (March 2015)
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"Hi! We received acceptance letters for all the schools Jonathan has applied for. He got accepted to all the programs he applied for: St. Ignatius, Northside College Prep and Lincoln Park IB program! Thank you so much for all your help! And please express our sincere gratitude to Mike! P.S. Northside was Jonathan’s first choice!"
~Marianna, 8th grade parent (February 2015)
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"Hi Charlie - I want to send you a short email letting you know how amazing Mike was when he worked with Alex last week. He spent a lot of time on math with Alex (which he wanted) and it gave him such confidence going into the test on Saturday. When Alex got out of the test, of course we asked him how it was - and his reply was "awesome!” My husband and I looked at each other and said "awesome is great!" as we were thinking he would of come out of the test saying how hard it was and he was nervous at how he did! Alex said that doing the Test Prep Palooza and working with Mike for 2 hours was perfect and gave him the tools and confidence for the SEHS test. My older son Max took your Test Prep Palooza last year when he was in 8th grade and he is now a very happy freshman at Lane. He said that taking the Test Prep Palooza really prepared him for the SEHS test."
~8th grade parent (January 2015)
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"Hi, Our daughter worked with you last fall for the MAP testing. Your program was terrific. [...] Thanks very much for your help and good luck with your business!"
~8th grade parent (January 2015)
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"Hi, it's Megan, a former student of yours at the Test Prep Chicago Selective Enrollment class at Wildwood. I took the entrance exam on November 22nd, and I would like to let you know that I got a perfect score! So I now have a perfect score of 900/900. Thank you very much for teaching me about this exam, I am very grateful. On the test a lot of the questions were very similar to those on the diagnostic tests you gave us, especially the vocabulary. So, again, thank you very much for enduring our antics and teaching us, it really helped us (Payton, here I come.)"
~Megan Klecyngier, 8th grade student (January 2015)
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"Hi,
Gretchen's selective enrollment test results arrived today & she scored in the 99th percentile. She earned a perfect 300 points! Thank you so much for all you did for her. She would not have done as well without you and Test Prep Chicago.
Take care,"
~Jenny F., 8th grade parent (December 2014)
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"Wanted to pass along that our son scored 99% on the CPS exam (300 points)!! We are so proud of him. Thanks for all your help. The test prep classes really gave him confidence!"
~Rob, 8th grade parent (December 2014)
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"Charlie - Thanks so much to you and to Test Prep again! My daughter got a 300 on the SEHS, just like my son did when he was in 8th grade. Your tutoring sessions and practice tests really paid off."
~CPS mom, (December 2014)
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"Hello All,
I just wanted to let you know that my daughter Tiara felt that is was VERY good that she attended the workshop yesterday at Hamlin Park. Tiara will be taking the Selective Enrollment Test this Saturday and she indicated that she feels “sooooo much better & confident” now about taking the test. I wanted to THANK everyone on Tiara’s behalf."
~Tara, 8th grade parent (November 2014)
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"I would like to thank you (Charlie) for the effort and dedication you put in the test prep class that helped my son improve his NWEA scores. My son and I are convinced that Test Prep Chicago definitely helped him improve his scores. He had been averaging in the 85% range on all of his NWEA tests until he took your class. After completing your 8 week class he scored 99% on both the reading and math NWEA exam. Thank you for all your help and I look forward to working with you again."
~A. Lawson, 8th grade parent (October 2014)
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"Specific test preparation and one-on-one tutoring can be invaluable and Test Prep Chicago has a successful strategy. Through eight weeks of once per week, one-on-one math tutoring, plus Test Prep Chicago's Terra Nova prep class, my 7th grade son improved his Terra Nova math score by 11 points, from 84 to 95 and scored in the 99th percentile overall. The Test Prep Chicago team has a gentle, encouraging personality that keeps students comfortable and encourages consistent effort. The results speak for themselves."
~Scott, 7th grade parent (May 2014)
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"My son used the test prep program and was very well prepared for both his selective enrollment and private high school entrance exams. Was accepted into CPS selective enrollment high schools and received some scholarship money to the Catholic high school. Would recommend these classes."
~L.A., 8th grade mother (April 2014)
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"I wanted to thank you for your class and your help working with my daughter for the ISAT prep and the Selective enrollment exam. She did very well on her ISATs and got a perfect score (300) on the selective enrollment exam. She is going to Jones in the fall. Just wanted to let you know. Thank you!"
~Parent of a newly enrolled Jones College Prep Student (March 2014)
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"Our daughter gained both confidence and improved test scores with the help of Test Prep Chicago. We used Test Prep Chicago for both her 7th grade ISATs, 8th grade CPS selective enrollment exam and the 8th grade Catholic School entrance exams - we were thrilled that she received offers from her top three high school choices as a tier 4 applicant. In this competitive high school environment Test Prep Chicago is a must. We plan to utilize both Jonathan and Charlie again when our younger daughter reaches 7th grade."
~Michelle C., 8th grade parent (March 2014)
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"Charlie - I wanted to let you and Jonathan know that my daughter was accepted to St. Ignatius -- her top high school choice. Thank you so much for all your help and attention to her!"
~Maria, 8th grade parent (February 2014)
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"Hi Charlie. My daughter scored a 300. Thanks for your help in preparing her! Her first choices will be Payton and Jones."
~James, 8th grade parent (December 2013)
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"Our family had a wonderful experience with Test Prep Chicago. The material was thorough and challenging and really prepared our daughter for both her standardized tests and her CPS test. She enjoyed working with the instructor and had great outcomes on both her exams. I highly recommend Test Prep Chicago."
~Debbie, 8th grade parent (December 2013)
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"Hi, Just wanted to let you know that my daughter scored a 99 core total on her selective enrollment high school entrance exam. Your Test Prep Palooza helped give her the extra confidence she needed going into the exam. Thanks again!"
~Kathy, 8th grade parent (December 2013)
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"Hi, Thank you very much for all this valuable feedback. I appreciate it. John took the test, and he told me he thought he did very well. I asked him if he thought the Test Prep helped. He said, “A lot!” I thought you might want to know that!! :-)
Thanks again for helping John and and preparing him for such a difficult and a hard task!! John is a smart kid, but he couldn't have been this prepared for the test without your help. So, thanks again, very much, for everything!"
~Samira, 8th grade parent (December 2013)
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"My son’s teacher emailed us his ISAT scores. He got 99th percentile for Math and 99th percentile for Reading! Wahoo! We could be a walking advertisement of your services :) Just wanted to let you know we appreciate your services."
~Jillann, 7th grade parent (August 2013)
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"Dear Charlie ~ My son did well on his entrance exams. He scored 8's and 9's on the Independent Exam, did well on the Catholic school exams, and received a score of full credit (300 pts.) on the Selective Enrollment Exam. He was accepted to St. Ignatius, the IB Program at Lincoln Park High School, the Double Honors Program at Lincoln Park, and Walter Payton High School for Selective Enrollment.
Your course was a very important part of the process and a significant factor in his strong performance on the entrance exams. The program you ran was terrific for my son as it refreshed and reinforced what he had been taught in school and introduced him to testing methods/tools he otherwise would not have known for the exams. Beyond these benefits, the size of the classes and the personal attention you both provided to him was extremely helpful in focusing his efforts and making the process less painful.
Thank for all your efforts. I will be happily recommending your course to other families and I look forward in a few years to enrolling my others sons in your classes."
~Dan M., 8th grade parent (March 2013)
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"Thank you very much! My daughter got in her first choice high school Northside College Prep!! Received a perfect score of 300!! We couldn't have done it without your help!!"
~8th grade parent (March 2013)
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" I wanted to thank you for doing such a good job conducting the ISAT prep class at South Loop School. I loved receiving the weekly updates. I feel Gabriela has a much better idea of her strengths and weaknesses now and has the practice and confidence to do her very best on the test."
~Jennifer B., 7th grade parent (March 2013)
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"We used Test Prep Chicago for private tutoring to prepare my son for the ISEE and Academic Center test at CPS. Charlie Howard (co-founder and instructor) is a skilled instructor and has excellent command of the different tests' structures, contents, and formats, and this gave my son confidence in testing. My son Nikolas told me repeatedly that Charlie was a huge help in 'making hard concepts on the test easy to understand.' Nikolas still keeps his notes from tutoring sessions with Charlie for future reference in schoolwork! Charlie also provided feedback to me at the end of every session and by email so I had a firm grasp on what instruction was provided and how Nikolas performed. Charlie is an excellent instructor and absolute professional in every aspect. I wholeheartedly recommend Test Prep Chicago!"
~D. Chambers, 6th grade parent (January 2013)
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"Hello Charlie, I would like to thank you for helping my daughter prepare for her selective enrollment high school testing. I felt like both of your efforts were extremely genuine and you made sure she has understood the material...I have already told quite a few parents about your services and will continue to do so...I look forward to using your services in the future. Once again thank you very much."
~8th grade parent (January 2013)
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"Hi Charlie! I am so thankful for how well you taught my daughter. She feels much more confident."
~Maria, 8th grade parent (December 2012)
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"Charlie Howard is an excellent teacher. My daughter improved her math scores substantially after a couple of tutoring sessions with him.... He has the patience and skill set that makes for a great teacher."
~Regina, 8th and 10th grade parent
