Testimonials

My name is Jianna, and I’m currently a high school senior at Miami Country Day. The reason I initially sought out Peace of Pi’s services was that I had recently moved from Haiti and had no familiarity with the SAT. After scoring a 1050 on the PSAT, a friend recommended your program. I was concerned that without a higher SAT score, I would not be able to apply to my top choice college, Georgetown, which requires test scores.

I hadn’t tried any other test prep programs before, and my PSAT score revealed gaps in my knowledge and ability to correctly apply math concepts, even though I recognized much of the content. The SAT covers material learned in earlier grades that had slipped from my memory over time. Peace of Pi’s program not only filled in those gaps but also introduced problem-solving techniques I was completely unfamiliar with.

The summer workload was even more intense, with 21 assignments due each week. This surpassed my workload during the school year. However, I appreciate how the structured due dates and pressure to complete assignments fostered discipline in me. The virtual group learning environment on Zoom had initially concerned me, but I was pleasantly surprised by its effectiveness. The classes, though perceived to be grueling five-hour sessions, were actually engaging. The constant interaction prevented me from losing focus.

My tutor, Mars, was excellent, and I really responded to the program’s emphasis on truly teaching the material rather than relying on tricks. The frequent practice tests were crucial for improvement, exposing me to a wide variety of SAT question types. Taking the course twice allowed me to reinforce and deepen my knowledge and focus more on true mastery. The support system, check-ins, and peer pressure to complete assignments were stressful at the moment but ultimately effective.

My mom appreciated being kept in the loop through the group chats. She emphasized that the program’s focus on student responsibility and intrinsic motivation to improve were keys to its success. The result has been a significant SAT score jump, from my initial goal of 700 to my current high of 750, showcasing a 260-point total improvement.

Beyond just college admissions, the Peace of Pi program has provided me with valuable lifelong skills and benefits. While Georgetown remains my top choice school, I’ve also applied to Northeastern, American University, and the University of Paris and plan to apply to USC and the University of Michigan. The program has helped me discover my proficiency in math and given me a real confidence boost.

Despite the challenges and stress, I consider the program well worth the investment. My advice to others on this journey is to be willing to put in the hard work because every score achieved is a direct result of the effort put in. Overall, it was an excellent experience that was beneficial for building time management skills, and ultimately, it was all worth it. Just go for it!