Success Stories
Stories about REAL Kumon students and their success in school and beyond.
Vihaan : The Regional Spelling Bee Winner Motivated by Success
Vihaan, 10-years-old, Math Level K & Reading Level HII
In 2018, 28 of the brightest students in second through eighth grade, gathered to compete in the Central Texas Spelling Bee. Vihaan was one of three students left standing in the 40th round of the spelling bee. The pressure was on as just one wrong
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Kumon Student is Committed to Spreading Kindness
Rishika, 13-years-old, Math Level M
There are two types of people in the world. Those that make things happen and those who watch things happen. Rishika is a ‘do-er.’ When she was just nine years old, she founded the nonprofit organization Little Helpers. Her mission was to inspire young children to help those who
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Hard Work and Discipline Help this Problem Solver Go for the Gold
Aaron, 10-years-old, Math Level J
10-year-old Aaron has a collection of medals that seems endless. The assortment includes achievements from the local science olympics, math and chess competitions, track and field meets, and hockey championships; not to mention an array of over 20 gold, silver, and bronze medals from swimming competitions. In addition
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Perseverance Helps This Figure Skater Make the Impossible Possible
Alvina, 9-years-old, Math Level K, Reading Level H
A typical 1st grader is learning how to tell time, count coins, and count to 100. They most likely don’t have homework every day, and when they do, it often involves large shapes, bright colors, and simple number exercises. This wasn’t enough for Alvina. At
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