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Stories about REAL Kumon students and their success in school and beyond.

Aaron poses in front of a gray background at the student conference

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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Meet Manuel, an Adult Learner Exceeding Expectations

Manuel is a 65-year-old car wash employee whose formal education ended in third grade. Everyday tasks at his job, like counting money and giving change, proved challenging for Manuel, who always feared numbers. Wanting to learn the basics, he enrolled in Kumon with the help of a benefactor. Thankful for the opportunity, Manuel

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Young Leader Becomes Empowered Through Self-Learning

Temi, 13-years-old, Math Level K

At 13-years-old, Temi keeps a packed schedule of school, soccer, basketball, and even guitar lessons. But what really sets Temi apart from other students is his natural gift of being a leader.

When we think of qualities of a strong leader, things like inspirational, committed, confident, and

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