“By the time I got to ACT exam day I felt confident and thoroughly prepared, and my score of 34 certainly reflected that! Paul helped me build my test-taking stamina and familiarity with the material. Our sessions were not only productive but always enjoyable. I learned strategies from Paul that improved both my accuracy and speed.”

— Maggie, Sierra Canyon School class of 2025

“During my time with Paul, writing evolved from a daunting and unfortunate task that I dreaded to a puzzle that I was excited to dissect. He makes his goals unique to the student. He understood what I needed help with, and we would spend time diving into that area of weakness in order to make me feel as confident as possible.”

— Thea, Washington University class of 2026

“Paul is the most effective and versatile tutor I could have ever asked for. From boosting my SAT scores by nearly 200 points to offering an external perspective on college essays that helped me to convey my points in my own voice, Paul was necessary in cultivating my success throughout high school and in acceptance to Tufts University.”

— Hayden, San Marino class 2025, Tufts 2029

“Standardized testing is not my thing. But Paul made it easy. Working with him, I developed the skills I need not only to answer test questions, but to strategize, plan, and organize my time so I can meet my potential. Working with Paul always felt like working with someone, and never against. He gave me an entire set of tools which help me with my work methodology to this day.

He has also been an invaluable addition to my writing process. Writing for college classes, the material can be complicated and difficult to grasp. I know that the moment I start working with him, we’ll be on the same page and get right to work. He finds the perfect balance of critique and reinforcement so I understand what will make my writing something I can be proud of without losing motivation before getting there.”

— Lucian, Crossroads School class of 2024

“When our son started with Paul several years ago, he had a disorganized way of approaching work. He felt overwhelmed and out of control, and this was reflected in grades that zigzagged all over the place. Over the past couple of years with Paul’s support he is so much more confident and focused, and his grades reflect that.”

— Fanae, mother of Palisades charter student

“Paul and I constantly reevaluated my goals as a writer and analyzed the steps I needed to take to improve. My own personality and everyday experiences played a part in the essays I produced, and they felt more like personal reflections than assignments. Frankly, I loved my essays by the time I was finished with them all, and I was armed with the tools to be able to apply to competitive colleges while also staying true to myself.”

— Aaron, Harvard-Westlake class of 2022, Michigan 2026

“Paul was a primary editor on my successful application to the Fulbright Spain program. His rigorous and thorough critique helped transform my stuffy, treatise-like drafts into powerful narratives that reflected the fullness of my experience and aspirations. He made himself available at every stage of the application and was present through several iterations of edits, challenging me each time to broaden my scope while writing more specifically, directly, and from my personal voice. It was a great boon to receive his support, and I recommend his services with enthusiasm!”

— Kelsey, 2018 Fulbright recipient

“Paul is a wizard, and did an amazing job getting our son prepared. We are extremely thankful.”

— Matt, father of Village School student

“Paul teaches and explains, rather than simply correcting the work. He takes the time to help organize students’ writing, so they are confident in assignments and during tests. Both of my daughters love working with him. I can't say enough!”

— Malisa, mother of USC & Buckley students

“Before working with Paul, it was hard to stay interested in my ideas, primarily because I didn’t have the skill set to articulate them. The most important thing that I’ve gained while working with him is an appreciation for the process. He challenges me to dig deep into my ideas, making essay writing a more personal and stimulating experience. It’s become something I really enjoy.”

— Oona, Marlborough School class of 2024