A relationship, not a rotation.
You work directly with me. No tutor matching, no handoffs, and no starting from scratch each time a different subject gets difficult.
PRIVATE TUTORING, WITH A BIGGER PURPOSE
Beyond
the right
answer.
Understand the subject.
Learn how to learn.
One academic mentor across your student's coursework. In-person support for high-school students who are ready to think a little deeper.
IRMO, CHAPIN & COLUMBIA / A SMALL, SELECT CLIENT LIST
NOTES ON LEARNINGNo. 01
“I know
the formula.”
That's a start.
But why
does it work?
Now we're learning.
Not just what to do.
How to figure it out.
How to figure it out.
01 /
The questions behind
a better answer.
A LITTLE ABOUT YOUR TUTOR
1 / 350Dutch Fork class rank*
1500PSAT score
One mentor.Across the curriculum.
01 / THE APPROACH
Good tutoring helps
with this problem.
I want it to help with the next one.
A correct answer matters. But I also want to know how a student got there. Did they understand the idea, or recognize a familiar pattern and hope it worked?
We use the work already on their desk to build something more durable: the ability to break a problem down, connect it to what they know, and explain their reasoning without me.
01
Find the missing piece.
We start with what the student actually understands, not where the textbook says they should be.
02
Make the connection.
An idea from last semester, another subject, or everyday life can make something unfamiliar click.
03
Let them do the thinking.
I ask questions, model an approach, and then step back. The student explains it and applies it.
THE PRIVATE MEMBERSHIP
One person.
The whole
school week.
Calculus on Monday. An essay on Thursday. The same person who understands how your student learns.
Explore working togetherRoom for the week to change.
Book an open time through your private calendar. Reschedule when plans change. Ask a question between meetings. Published availability keeps that flexibility clear.
Progress, not a stopwatch.
We reserve a working window, but do not fill time for its own sake. We look for real understanding and an appropriate stopping point.
A few students. My full attention.
I plan to work with only two or three students at a time. The relationship stays personal, focused, and manageable for everyone.
02 / ACROSS THE CURRICULUM
Not a different tutor
for every class.
From the equation
to the argument.
Broad support across high-school coursework, honors and AP classes, and the habits that make learning easier. Foreign-language instruction is the exception.
01MathematicsFrom foundations to Calculus BC
Algebra I & II, geometry, precalculus, Calculus AB & BC, and statistics. We work on why the method works, not just which formula to use.
02SciencesConnections, not isolated formulas
Biology, chemistry, environmental science, Physics 1 & 2, and Physics C: Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism. Exact course fit is discussed before we begin.
03History & social sciencesEvidence, context & argument
U.S. and European history, human geography, psychology, government, and economics. Support connects ideas across units instead of treating each test as a fresh list to memorize.
04English & research writingClearer ideas. Stronger reasoning.
Essay structure, textual analysis, argumentation, research papers, and using evidence. I model an approach; the student applies it and writes their own work. Specialist grammar instruction is not my focus.
05Computer scienceUnderstand the logic behind the code
Programming fundamentals, AP Computer Science A, and AP Computer Science Principles. We trace the reasoning, test assumptions, and debug with intention.
06Tests & the bigger pictureSupport beyond a single course
PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP and classroom test preparation, study planning, and time management. College-application guidance is available as a secondary part of the relationship, not a specialist admissions service.
We review the student's actual courses before starting. Advanced topics and application support are agreed individually.
A NOTE FROM YOUR TUTOR
“The goal is not to make a student need me forever.
It's to help them need me less.”
Anthony FuTONY, TO MY STUDENTS
03 / MEET TONY
I've been
in that seat.
I'm Anthony Fu, a Dutch Fork High School senior. I've taken many of the same demanding classes your student is taking now, often in the same school environment.
My experience includes teaching, volunteering, tutoring peers, and university research. I enjoy making complicated ideas understandable, especially when a different explanation or an unexpected connection is what finally makes them click.
My style is patient, clear, and direct. Not understanding something is welcome here. Pretending to understand it is where we stop and ask another question.
5.595SC weighted GPA*
Recent experience.With the courses, not just the content.
* Class rank 1 of 350 and GPA reported on the June 9, 2026 transcript. PSAT score supplied by Tony.
04 / THE RIGHT FIT
You don't need
perfect grades.
You do need
an open mind.
I work with honors and AP-level high-school students who are willing to listen, ask questions, and try a different approach. A rough day is human. A willingness to learn is essential.
Tell me about your student.
Create a parent account and share their courses, goals, and what is not clicking.
We talk, together.
You, your student, and me. No formal diagnostic. Just an honest conversation about fit.
Make room for real progress.
We agree on membership. I approve your account, and your private calendar and messaging open.
05 / A FEW PRACTICAL THINGS
Before
we begin.
Who is this for?
High-school students taking honors-level courses, with or without AP classes. You do not need perfect grades. You do need to be open-minded, willing to ask questions, and ready to engage. The first conversation includes both the parent and student so we can decide whether we are a good fit.
Where do we meet?
Primarily in person in Irmo, Chapin, or Columbia, generally within a 30-minute drive. We agree on a suitable location, including your home. Virtual help is a backup for existing member families when an in-person meeting is not practical.
How does membership work?
We agree on a monthly arrangement based on the support your student needs. Membership includes access to the private calendar and between-session messaging. The exact scope and fee are agreed before we begin; they are not published as a one-size-fits-all package.
How flexible is scheduling?
Approved families can book open times on one shared calendar. Short-notice sessions are welcome when capacity allows, generally with at least two hours of notice. Requests outside published availability are never guaranteed and may have an extra fee, agreed with you before any additional service.
Do sessions have a time limit?
We book a working window so appointments and travel do not overlap. Within that window, we aim for genuine understanding rather than filling minutes. If the goal is reached early, we can finish early. If more work is needed, we continue when the calendar allows or arrange another session. We stop when continuing is no longer productive.
What about cancellations and parent updates?
You can cancel a future booking in the portal without an automatic cancellation charge. Please release time as soon as plans change. Parents choose whether they want updates: only on request, for important developments, or a brief periodic summary.
Do you guarantee grades or complete assignments?
No. We work toward stronger understanding and better preparation, but a grade or admission decision cannot be promised. Students do their own assignments and writing. I teach through their real coursework rather than adding an extra stack of worksheets.
Does creating an account reserve a place?
No. Creating a parent account starts an introductory request. You will verify your email, then I review the fit with you and your student. The private calendar and messaging unlock only after I approve your account. There is no payment collected by this website.
LET'S FIND OUT IF IT'S A FIT
A little more understanding.
A lot more possibility.
Tell me where your student is now, and where they'd like to go.
Start a conversation An introduction, not a commitment.