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Success Stories  

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

Connor poses against a gray background wearing a tuxedo

This Young Hockey Player is Making Strides On and Off The Ice

Connor, 10-years-old, Math Level I

 “You don’t win by being good. You win with hard work and sacrifice. Without that, skill is just potential.” – Bobby Orr, Hockey Hall of Famer

On May 10, 1970, time stood still as game four of the Stanley Cup Finals went into overtime. The Boston Bruins already

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Ria sits on a chair at the student conference

New Confidence has Inspired this Young Girl to Take on any Challenge

Ria, 10-years-old, Math Level H, Reading Level DII

“Give it a try! Or you will never discover your true potential.”- Toru Kumon

Ria has a dream of becoming a billionaire one day. Not for the fame or the power, but rather to help others and solve world issues like finding cures for

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Anna sits in a chair at the student conference

How Time Management and Focus Help Balance Extracurricular Activities

Anna, 11-years-old, Math Level J, Reading Program Completer

At just 11-years-old, Anna has developed a passion for more activities than some do in their entire lives. Juggling extracurricular activities, including the violin, taekwondo, running, biking, volunteering, and more, not only requires extreme levels of concentration, but also a large amount of practice and

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Aryan sits in a chair at the student conference

Passion and Dedication are the Key to this Young Coder’s Success

Aryan, 12-years-old, Math Level J, Reading Level J

Some of the most successful businesses come from very humble beginnings. Dell was founded by Michael Dell when he was still a student at the University of Austin. Apple, Google, and Amazon—three companies that have absolutely revolutionized the technology world—all started in a garage. Something they

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