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Meet the Tutors

Scroll through our tutors and see which is a good fit! 

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Abby K.

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Hi! My name is Abby Kenen. I am a senior and this is my second year as a writing center tutor. I could best help you in the brainstorming process and making a solid outline for your paper. See you in room 233!

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Senior

Chemistry, History

Second-year Tutor

H English IV

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

W: 5th

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Alaina V.

(she/her)

Hi, I'm Alaina!! I'm a junior this year and it's my first year as a WC tutor but I've always enjoyed writing. I'm good at tutoring for persuasive essays and helpful when it comes to wording things the right way and writing thesis statements/ coming up with ideas for arguments. but really, I just like to write so I can help with anything.

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Junior

English, Art

First-year tutor

AP Lang

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

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Andrew V. 

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Hello there! I am Andrew Vincent. I'm a junior and have been a tutor for four years at the Writing Center. I have experience working on assignments ranging from research papers to college essays, but I think I'm best at rhetorical analysis essays. I can't wait to see you in the Writing Center!

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Current English

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Junior

Physics, Math, History

Fourth-year tutor

AP Lang

T, Th: 0 

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Angelica C.

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My name is Angelica Chavez and I'm currently a senior here at Lane. With my years of experience at Lane, I can help with your essay- especially for AP Lang and AP Lit for I've taken both classes.

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Current English

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Senior

Art, Computer Science

First-year Tutor

AP Lit

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

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Ava O.

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hey, i’m ava and i’m a senior and former LTAC. im best with literary analysis and making essays out of nothing. i’m also part of the AP capstone program and am comfortable discussing assignments pertaining to AP Seminar/AP Research or just more research based writing. writing isn’t easy, but i think i can help make the process a little less painful. let’s talk!

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Current English

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Senior

Art, English, Math

First-year-tutor

N/A

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

W, Th: 5th

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Ava S.

(she/her)

Hi, I’m Ava! I’ve been a tutor for a year now, and I can’t wait to read your paper. I especially like personal essays, such as college essays and personal statements. Come book with me if you want feedback on anything and everything!

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Current English

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Senior

Law, AP Lang

Second-year tutor

AP Lit

M: 3rd

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

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Avery H.

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Hello! I’m a second year tutor, and I'm here to help. I can provide the best assistance on argumentative, analytical, and creative writing. Former LTAC.

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Junior

English

Second-year tutor

AP Lang

T, W, Th: 4th

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Axl K.

(he/him)

Hi! I'm excited to be able to help you move forward through your writing process! I would love to help with your college essays, literary and rhetorical analyses, organizing your personal statement, or anything else you need. Hope to see you sometime in the Writing Center!

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Current English

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Senior

Art, Science

First-year tutor

Writing Center

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

T, Th: 3rd

W, F: 0

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Brendan U.

(he/him)

Hello! My name is Brendan. I love to work on argumentative essays and history papers, but I am able to help with all types of writing. Feel free to join me at any stage in the writing process, even if you have not written anything down yet!

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Current English

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Senior

Math

First-year tutor

AP Lit

M, T, W, Th, F: 0, 4th, 6th

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Brie J.

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Hi! My name is Brie, and I'm a first year tutor. I would love to help you with anything you need, but I'm strongest in rhetorical analysis and argumentative pieces. I'm also great at strengthening diction and effective organization if that's something you might need help with. Looking forward to working with you soon!

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Current English

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Junior

English

First-year tutor

AP Lang

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th
W, F: 5th

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Cedar M.

(she/they)

Hi, I'm Cedar! This is my first year as a tutor. I would love to help you with any literary or rhetorical analyses, personal statements, or LTAC assignments. Hope to see you soon!

Spanish tutoring available!

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Current English

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Senior

Art, English

First-year tutor

Philosophy

T, W, Th: 9th

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

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Charlotte M.

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I can help with your literary analysis and rhetorical essays, LTAC assignments, and general brainstorming. If you want to just talk about a piece of writing or get another point of view, I'm happy to listen and help you in any way I can!

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Current English

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Junior

English, Art. Science

Second-year tutor

AP Lit

T, Th: 5th

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Chayse R.

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Hi, I'm Chayse! I would love to help you on analytical writing and crafting thesis statements. I can also help with LTAC assignments. I look forward to seeing you in the writing center!

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Current English

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Freshman

Math

First-year tutor

English II

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

T, Th: 0

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Coco J.

(she/her)

Hello! I'm so excited to be a writing center tutor this year! I can help out with college essay writing and LTAC specific assignments. Some of my hobbies are theater, baking, and painting.

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Current English

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Senior

Math and Science

First-year tutor

AP Lit

T, W: 3rd

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

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Cole W.

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Hey I'm Cole. I am a second year tutor and I am really excited to be back. I can help you with pretty much any writing piece that you have. Please feel free to book an appointment for any questions that you have.

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Current English

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Senior

Math, Art

Second-year tutor

H English IV

M: 4th

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

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Daijah W.

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Hey, I'm Daijah! I can help with any LTAC assignments, and the brainstorming process. I'm happy to listen to any of your writing assignments or personal pieces as well! I’m super excited to work with you this school year.

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Freshman

Science

First-year tutor

H English II

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th, 9th

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Dalya L.E.

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Hey folks! I can't wait to work with you! My favorite things to work with people on are creative projects and brainstorming, but I can also help with any literary/rhetorical analysis, writing for any AP class, and Shakespeare. Or if you just want to discuss Othello with me, that works too!

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Senior

Social sciences, research

Fifth-year tutor

class

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

T, Th: 0

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Dominik B.

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Hi! My name is Dominik. I'm kind and friendly and I want to help you. I'll listen if you want to talk.

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Current English

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Senior

Physics, Math

First-year tutor

Writing Center

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

Th: 3rd

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Edward S.

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Hello, my name is Edward and this is my fourth year tutoring here at the writing center. I would love to help with anything literary analysis or English class-related. I am also eager to read any personal essays and help with non-assignment based writing. Thank you for coming to the writing center!

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Current English

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Senior

English

Fourth-year tutor

class

M, W, F: 9th

M, W: 5th

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Eli F.

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Hi everyone! I'm Eli, I run track and cross country and love to bike. I can help with literary analysis and if you have to write a paper on The Scarlet Letter then I would love to help!

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Senior

Math and English

First-year tutor

None

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

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Emilia R.

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Hi, I’m Emilia and I’m a junior this year. I could help best with argumentative writing and similar topics, but I’m very open to help with anything you need.

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Current English

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Junior

Computer Science

First-year tutor

AP Lit

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

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Emma B.

(she/her)

Hi, I can help you with whatever you need! I'm best with rhetorical analysis and creative writing, but I can also help with things like sentence structure and crafting themes.

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Current English

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Junior

English

First-year tutor

AP Lang

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

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Evren D.

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Hi, I'm Evren! I can help with anything you may need but I really enjoy working on LTAC papers, creative writing assignments, and anything involving analysis so if you need any help with those I'll be more than happy to assist you! I hope to see you soon!

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Freshman

English

First-year tutor

Omega English II

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th, 6th

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Fiona B.

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Hello! I’m Fiona. I was in LTAC, so I have experience with LTAC teachers and LTAC assignments, but I’d also like helping with more stylistic things. Whatever it is, I’m happy to help!

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Freshman

Math

First-year tutor

English II

T, Th: 5th

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

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Fiona M.

(she/her)

Hi! I'm Fiona and I'd love to help you work on your writing. I was also in LTAC so I'm familiar with that too.

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Freshman

Art

First-year tutor

English II

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

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Francesca F.

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Hi! My name is Francesca and I'd be glad to help with any English/History/Social Science writing. I'm also in Omega, so I'm well-versed in the classes, teachers, and assignments associated with the program!

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Senior

History and Social Science

First-year tutor

AP Lit

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

M, W: 0

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Grace B.

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Hi! I'm Grace. I'd love to help with college essays, synthesizing multiple sources together to make a complete argument, putting your thoughts into words, creative writing, and LTAC assignments. I hope to see you in the writing center soon!

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Senior

Drama, Textiles, English

First-year tutor

Writing Center

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

T, Th: 5th

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Hazel W.

(she/her)

Hi, I'm Hazel. I love writing and hope that I can help you with whatever you need.

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Sophomore

English

First-year tutor

H English II

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

M: 5th

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Heidi S.

(she/her)

Hey! I would love to help with any type of argumentative or rhetorical analysis essay, or just articulating your thoughts onto paper.

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Current English

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Senior

History, English

First-year tutor

AP Lit

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

W: 5th

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Isabella R.

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Hello, hello! I'm an Omega senior and I can help with: rhetorical and/or literary analysis, revisions of DBQs, LEQs, FRQs (basically any AP history Qs, including Art History), and any creative writing! I love getting into those artistic nuances and I am determined to help you write your best. We can decipher those confusing essay prompts, get your word choice on point, and help you organize your ideas. Whether you are brainstorming, polishing, or anywhere in between, I am delighted to help you out!

German tutoring available!

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Current English

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Senior

History

First-year tutor

AP Lit

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th, 5th

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Jonas R.

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Hey! My name is Jonas and this is my 3rd year tutoring in the writing center. I’m a junior this year and I really enjoy camping and playing guitar. I can help with all writing, but I’m most proficient in literary analysis and historical writing (DBQ’s, LEQ’s, etc.). I look forward to helping you with your writing!

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Current English

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Junior

History

Third-year tutor

AP Lit

T, Th: 9th

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Josie B.

(she/her)

Hi! I'm so excited to be able to work with you! I love analyzing the historical context of texts, defending evidence and line of reasoning, putting complex arguments and thoughts into words, and finding personal connections to prompts to encourage self expression in every piece of writing. I'm here to help with whatever you need and hope to see you in the Writing Center soon :)

Italian tutoring available!

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Current English

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Senior

Law and AP Gov

Second-year tutor

Literary Activism

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

T: 3rd

M: 9th

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Keegan B.

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Senior

subject

Fourth-year tutor

class

M: 4th

Kinzie C.HEIC

Kinzie C.

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Hi, my name is Kinzie Copenhaver, and I am a junior and a first year tutor. I am open to helping with anything that you may be needing extra support with. Thank you!

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Junior

N/A

First-year tutor

AP Lang

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

W: 4th

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Lando T.

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Hi, I'm Lando, I'm a senior and I can help you out with spanish classes, college essays and rhetorical analysis.

Spanish tutoring available!

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Current English

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Senior

English, Science

First-year tutor

AP Lit

W: 0

M, Th: 6th

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

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Leila M.

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Hi, I'm Leila! I can help best with writing style and writing organization. Sometimes, writing long essays or even a few paragraphs can be hard, but I can help make it less dreadful. I will try to help with suggesting possible strategies to make your writing better whether it be for a social science class or any other writing project.

German tutoring available!

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Current English

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Junior

English, Math, Science

First-year tutor

AP Lang

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

T, Th: 0

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Lillie S.

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Hey, I'm Lillie! I love to swim, read, and make art. I'd be more than happy to help you with anything you need :)

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Current English

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Freshman

English

First-year tutor

English 2

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

T, Th: 5th

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Lilly A.

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Hi! My name is Lilly and I am a second year tutor. I love to help with any type of analysis and college or personal essays. I hope to work with you soon!

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Senior

English

Second-year tutor

AP Lit

M, W: 3rd

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

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Lizzy I.

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Hi, my name is Lizzy and I am a senior here at Lane. I play soccer and I am part of Ukranian club. I would love to help anyone out with any writing needs, but I would be especially useful in argumentative papers and college essays!

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Senior

Biology and Psychology

First-year tutor

AP Lit

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

W: 5th

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Lola R.

(she/her)

Hi! My name is Lola. I'm happy to help with research papers, college essays, and LTAC assignments.

*French tutoring available

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Current English

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Senior

Film Studies, AP Gov

First-year tutor

Writing Center

M: 3rd

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

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Luke H.

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Hi, I'm Luke and I'm excited to start tutoring this year! My favorite pieces of writing are research papers and rhetorical analysis, but I can help with anything you bring in. 

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Current English

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Senior

Math

First-year tutor

Writing Center

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

M, W: 0

Th: 3rd

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Lydia C.

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Hi, my name is Lydia and I'm a second year tutor. Rhetorical and literary analysis are my strong points, but I enjoy working on creative writing and brainstorming tutorials too. I have received a score of 5 on all my humanities AP tests, so I understand writing for AP classes. I am also happy to tutor French skills for any student taking French. Since demonstrating your personal voice is very important to me, I tend focus on showcasing your individuality and unique writing style during tutorials!

French tutoring available!

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Current English

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Senior

Art, History

Second-year tutor

Writing Center

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th
W, Th: 5th, 9th

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Maddie B.

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Hello! I'm Maddie, and I really enjoy sailing and making music in my free time. I am a former LTAC and will happily help with LTAC assignments as well as any analytical work. If you just need someone to bounce ideas off of, I can be that person too! :)

Mandarin 1 tutoring available!

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Current English

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Freshman

Music

First-year tutor

English II

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th,

M, T, W, Th: 5th

F: 9th

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Mickey V.

(they/them)

Hi! I'm Mickey, and this is my first year as a tutor. I can help you at any point in the writing process, but my strong suit is brainstorming. I'm looking forward to working with you!

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Senior

Math

First-year tutor

Women in Lit

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

Th, F: 5th

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Nathan U.

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Hi, I'm Nathan! I'm a sophomore and this is my first year in the writing center. I like to work on persuasive and argumentative essays and creative writing. I can help you brainstorm and create an outline to get you started on your paper. I look forward to seeing you in room 233!

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Sophomore

English, Science

First-year tutor

English III

M, W: 5th

T: 9th

M,T,W,Th,F: 4th

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Nick C.

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Hi, my name is Nicolas. I generally enjoy STEM related things even if I'm not the absolute greatest at them. I'd love to help with any paper, but especially literary analysis.

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Senior

Chemistry, Algebra

First-year tutor

Writing Center

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

M, W, F: 5th

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Owen S.

(he/him)

Hello! I am Owen and I am here to help you with your writing! I can help with any writing you may need help with but I am most helpful with research papers due to my experience in the AP Capstone program.

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Current English

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Senior

History, Economics

Second-year tutor

AP Lit

TBD

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Prahlad S.

(he/him)

What's up, I'm Prahlad, I'm a senior at Lane and love to work out and play Lacrosse. I am experienced in persuasive writing and personalized essays. If your work needs a bit of guidance regarding these areas, I look forward to seeing you next Monday!

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Senior

Economics

First-year tutor

Writing Center

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

M: 4th

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Quinn P.

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Hi I'm Quinn and it's my first year being a Writing Center tutor. I am looking forward to helping others improve while improving myself as well.

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Current English

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Junior

History

First-year tutor

English IV

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

T, W: First Half of 5th

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Rue R.

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Hi, I'm Rue. I am a Junior and have taken 7 English classes throughout my years at Lane. If you need help with an English class, I'm the one to talk to ;). Additionally, I am in Omega, thus I can help with Omega assignments! I specialize in developing essay/writing ideas and structures. I can also help with LTAC work.

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Junior

Psychology, Black Revolutionary Lit

First-year tutor

AP Lit, Black Revolutionary Lit

T, Th: 9th

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

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Sevilla C.

(she/her)

I think the best thing I can help with is definitely use of vocabulary or struggles about where to start on a writing.

Spanish tutoring available!

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Junior

Math, English

First-year tutor

AP Lang

M, T, W, Th, F: 4th

M: 9th

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Sophia V.

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Hello there! I can help with anything from organization and word choice to those dreaded Shakespeare essays and complex rhetorical analysis. I'm here to bounce ideas off of, help order your thoughts, and expand your thinking on different topics (in other words, help with the "so what?" question). I'm also in the ALPHA program here at Lane and can help with research papers, APA format, and anything science fair related.

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Sophomore

Chemistry and English

First-year tutor

AP Lang

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

F: 3rd

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Sophia W.

(she/her)

Hi! I especially like helping with literary and rhetorical analysis essays, creative writing, and LTAC assignments. I'm excited to read your writing!

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Junior

Computer Science

First-year tutor

AP Lit

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

T: 9th

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Stella P.

(she/her)

Hi Lane students! I'm Stella and I'm a first year writing center tutor. I am in Omega and am currently taking AP Literature. I would be happy to help with AP English and History classwork as well as any other level classes.

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Senior

Math

First-year tutor

Omega AP Lit

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

T, Th: 0

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Stephanie O.

(she/her)

Hello! I'm Stephanie. First year tutor and second year as a Lane Tech student, so I'm excited to see what's in store. I'm willing to help with crafting thesis statements, brainstorming and building argumentative essays. Hope to see you soon & stay safe!

Spanish tutoring available!

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Current English

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Junior

English, Math

First-year tutor

English III

W, Th. F: 3rd

M, T, W, Th, F: 6th

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Sydney C.

(she/her)

Greetings! My name is Sydney Curran, and I am so excited to work with you! I love working with writers to brainstorm their ideas, especially for Shakespeare essays, rhetorical analysis, or literary analysis. I am also a senior in Alpha, so I can help you with your science fair papers or other STEM projects in writing. All hail the Oxford Comma!

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Senior

Computer Science

Second-year tutor

Literary Activism