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Aidan poses in a blue fleece in front of a grey background

Aspiring Gold Medalist’s Motivation Keeps Him on Top of His Game

Monday September 9, 2019

Aidan, 12-years-old, Math Level J, Reading Level K

12-year-old Aidan has his sights set on winning. As a competitive swimmer, he dedicates several hours of his day, six nights a week, to practice with his top-tier swim team. The dedication isn’t just in the pool—Aidan is also a member of the National Junior

Meet the Program Completer Who Gained Confidence in Her English Abilities

Wednesday September 4, 2019

Arianne grew up in a French-speaking household and attended a French school in Canada, leading to childhood struggles with the English language. Kumon helped her gain confidence in her English ability, improving her vocabulary and grammar. More importantly, Arianne learned the value of making mistakes, trying again and again until she got a

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Reading Program Completer finds Connection to Music Through Kumon

Wednesday August 28, 2019

Sophia, 14-years-old, Math Level L & Reading Program Completer

“So much of what we do is ephemeral and quickly forgotten, even by ourselves, so it’s gratifying to have something you have done linger in people’s memories.” -John Williams, Film Score Composer

With John Williams’ thematic cue of the “Imperial March,” Star Wars fans knew

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This Reading Program Completer Gained Confidence from Kumon

Monday August 26, 2019

Ankit, 11-years-old, Math Level L & Reading Program Completer

Considered to be one of the most influential scientists of the 20th Century, Albert Einstein’s work paved the way for future groundbreaking discoveries and continues to inspire young scientists to make an impact on the world we live in today. He said, “Learn from yesterday,