Academic Support

Support for the work behind the grades.

GPA review, English learning and subject support are connected to a practical study plan.

Dongin Kim, CBA Academic Advisor

CBA · ACADEMIC ADVISOR

Dongin KimAcademic Advisor

University of Pennsylvania · The Wharton School

B.S.E., concentration in Statistics · 2021

  • Two-time consecutive MathCon national champion
  • 10+ years of tutoring experience, including Mathnasium
  • Elementary through college mathematics, competition math, SAT & ACT

Dongin helps students build a clear understanding of concepts, develop confidence in problem-solving and grow as learners.

CBA ELL · INDIVIDUAL LEARNING SUPPORT

Bring your questions. Build understanding.

In CBA’s ELL sessions, students can ask a tutor for help when they encounter difficulties with review, preparation for upcoming lessons or exam study. The tutor provides individual guidance during the session, helping each student work through questions and continue learning.

CBA ELL · WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Four evenings. Time to learn.

Chicago local time

  1. MondayELL7:00 – 9:00 PM2 hours each evening
  2. TuesdayELL7:00 – 9:00 PM2 hours each evening
  3. WednesdayELL7:00 – 9:00 PM2 hours each evening
  4. ThursdayELL7:00 – 9:00 PM2 hours each evening
01

Review what you learned

Bring questions about concepts or assignments that were difficult to understand in school.

02

Prepare for the next lesson

Work through unfamiliar material and identify questions before the next school lesson.

03

Get ready for assessments

Review challenging topics and practice with individual guidance from a tutor.

How CBA supports the process

A connected approach

01

Understand the starting point

Review current courses, available school records and learning habits. Use the school’s grading policy when discussing GPA and course weights.

02

Put the plan into practice

Coordinate ELL needs, subject tutoring, assignment planning and study routines. Support is based on the student’s courses and current needs.

03

Review and communicate

Monitor progress, discuss concerns with the school when appropriate and share next steps with parents. Grades are private; school reports remain the official record.

Your next step

Start your CBA conversation

Tell us about your school interests and the support you are looking for. We will help you clarify your next steps.

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