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Summer 2025

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Message THE RIGHTAPPROACHSUMMER CLASSESClassesin SanMateoCustomized camps, small group, and private classes for students of all ages. www.therightapproach-ed.comClassesinBelmont

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Table OfContentsWho We AreWhy Choose TRA?Week-Long CampsOur TeamWhat is The RightApproach?Student TestimonialsSign Up! + Contact Information2134-10College ApplicationsPrivate Lessons111213-141516

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What Is The Right Approach?01.Taking The Right Approach means feeling in to what each child needsacademically, emotionally, physically, and socially. Through movementand intentional interactions, we seek to balance all of these centers sothat children experience harmony on the inside, which translates to peaceon the outside. In this increasingly chaotic world, children need to feelseen and safe so that they can tap into their innate curiosity and trulylearn. Our teachers are artists, developing curriculum that speak to thehearts of the children. Through decades of experience teaching childrenof all ages, we know that nourishing the whole person leads to happinessand the ability to navigate this world. Take a look around and see howTRA can change your child’s future!- Jamie Hobe,CEO and Founder

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Who We Are02.Since 2010The Right Approach wasfounded by a CA-credentialed, award-winning teacher and hasbeen going strong for fifteenyears! Committed to only thebest education for our kids,TRA’s services have grown toinclude:private tutoringsmall groupclassessummer campscollegeapplicationstest preparationhomeschool pods

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Why Choose TRAThis Summer?03.01.Your Kid Isn’t ANumber03.Real ProfessionalsYour child deserves to beseen. Our small groupcamps and private lessonsensure your child gets amore customizedapproach-resulting inmore learning and moreFUN!02.We PrioritizeSocial SkillsOur teachers are notcollege students- theyare trainedprofessionals. With over150 years of experiencetotal in our staff line-up,you can be sure yourchild is getting only theBEST!Embedded in ourcurriculum is the practiceof kindness. Ourcommunity knows how totake care of one another,and children feel safe tobe themselves.

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Bilingual Summer Camps!04.June 2-6Mad Scientists!June 9-13RainforestsAdventures!June 16-20Camping!June 23-27Superheros!Ages 5-10, 9am-3pm, aftercare 3-5pmRegister Here:

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Camp Descriptions: June05.AGES 5-10 | 9 AM-3 PM | $575/WK Hands-on learning with Teacher Maggie in English andSpanish! Each day has a fun, new theme, including ourweekly Tuesday Trips with teacher chaperones! Belmont LocationAFTERCARE: 3-5 PM | $25/HOURJune 2-6: MAD SCIENTISTS!Learn science in a whackyway with an excitingexperiment everyday! This week’s Tuesday Trip is toThe Exploratorium!Field trip ticket fee approx$10.June 9-13: RAINFORESTADVENTURES!Explore the wonders of therainforest and its colorful wildlife! This week’s Tuesday Trip is to TheAcademy of Sciences!Field trip ticket fee approx $16.June 16-20: CAMPING!Learn survival skills and toughit out in the great outdoors!This week’s Tuesday Trip isDay camping at a nearbycampsite! June 23-27: SUPERHEROES!Learn about our local heroes--not all of them wear capes!This week’s Tuesday Trip is to anearby fire station!

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Life Skills Summer Camp!06.July 8-12 Taking Care of Me!July 14-18What’s Cooking in the Kitchen?July 21-25Where Are MyManners?July 28-August 1My GardenAges 3-5, 9am-3pm, aftercare 3-5pmRegister Here:

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Camp Descriptions: July07.AGES 3-5 | 9 AM-3 PM | $525/WK With over 15 years’ experience, let Teacher Myrian teachsocial and life skills in this essential camp for your little one!Belmont LocationAFTERCARE: 3-5 PM | $25/HOURJuly 7-11: Taking Care of Me!In this small group camp, studentsages 3-5 will learn what it means totake care of themselves. Fromgetting dressed, the importance ofhygiene, keeping our bodieshealthy, socialization, and justhaving fun as a kid! We will do allthis through group art, stories, andcrafting projects.July 21-25: Where Are MyManners?In this small group camp, studentsages 3-5 will learn aboutmanners- at home and in publicplaces, as well as buildingconfidence and self-esteem! July 14-18: What’s Cooking?!In this small group camp, studentsages 3-5 will learn kitchen and foodsafety, food prepping, preparingdifferent types of meals (andenjoying what we’ve made), settingthe table, cleaning up afterourselves, and so much more! $20materials fee. July 28-August 1: My GardenIn this small group camp, studentsages 3-5 will learn where nourishingfood comes from, how to usegarden tools, maintain a garden,and cultivating a plant from seed tosprout. We will get to watch and seeour own sown seeds growingthroughout the week!

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AGES 10-12 | 9 AM-3 PM | $525AFTERCARE: 3-5 PM | $25/HOURElementary/MiddleSchool Camps08.Learn with credentialed teachers Erika, Jamie, and specialguests in a fun, small group environment! Belmont LocationJuly 14th-18thArt is Life!Join Teacher Charlie andspecial guest teachers aswe embark on a journeyacross disciplines andexplore how art is allencompassing. From origamiin math, the divine ratio inthe natural world, sewingand crafting, to designingcardboard projects, thisclass is meant to weave inall aspects of educationwith ART. After all, ART is TRAbackwards! July 21st-25thWriter’s Workshop:Find Your Voice In this ever-changing world, it is time for ourchildren to find their voice! In this class,students will develop and hone their speakingskills and writing craft. From journalling toformal essays, students will practice timedwriting, typing, the art of debate, presentation,and so much more!

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AGES 14-18 | JULY 21-25THHigh School: Career Planning and Art!09.Learn with credentialed teachers at our beautiful Belmontlocation!July 21st-25thScientific ResearchIs your high schoolerplanning a career inscience? Let TRA’s bestscience minds help guideyou! Based on a student’stopic of interest, we willteach how to research, forma hypothesis, and develop apresentation to share withpeers for the end of theweek. This class is perfect forthose who want practice andguidance into scientificinvestigations and theircareer applications.9am-1pm, $450July 21st-25thMake Stuff with Charlie!What can you do with a cardboard box? Thesky is the limit! In this class, kids ages 10+ willexperience the joy of creating somethingawesome using recycled materials. We willdiscover how to use physics, simple machines,creativity, art, and more to bring to lifewhatever strikes the imagination. 2-5pm, $400Looking for a specific classbut don’t see it here? Let usbuild you a customizedprivate program!

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SAT/ACT Boot CampsJUNE 23RD-27TH: 10AM-2PM, $850JULY 7-11TH: 10AM-2PM; $85010.Learn The Right Approach toSAT and ACT! This classteaches strategies, concepts,timing and pacing, and testanxiety. Unlike other centers,we help students discover howthey learn best while providinginvaluable test taking skillsthat will last a lifetime. With over 15 years’ experiencein teaching test preparation,we’ve seen our students raisetheir SAT scores 200, 300, 400,even 430 points! Start yourpreparation today! BelmontLocationLooking for specific dates butdon’t see them listed here? Let us build you a customizedprivate program!

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JUNE 9TH-13TH, 4-8PMSMALL GROUP, $950College Applications11.In this class, juniors and seniors will conduct thoughtfulcollege research, finalize their college lists, and writeincredible personal statements. Advisor Christina will guidethem every step of the way, making sure their voices reflecttheir unique character and helping them stand out fromother applicants. San Mateo LocationSample List ofAcceptances:American UniversityBabson UniversityCal Poly San Luis Obispo Cal Poly Pomona Chapman UniversityCornell UniversityFordham University Georgetown University Imperial College, London Lewis and Clark College Loyola Marymount UniversityUniversity of Chicago Northeastern UniversityNorthwestern University Oberlin College Pepperdine University Purdue University Regis University Santa Clara University San Diego State UniversityLooking forprivatelessons? Let usbuild you acustomizedexperience!

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Private Lessons12.SLIDING SCALE $85-$115/55 MINTRA hires only the best credentialed teachers andfield experts. Our superpowers are in mentorship andinspiring children to love learning. In session, wecustomize your child’s classes, reviewing foundations,boosting confidence, and deepening theirunderstanding of the material. Meeting in Belmont,San Mateo, or online!Math: algebra,geometry,precalculus,calculusEnglish: phonics,reading fluency,comprehension,essay writing,grammar mechanics Test Preparation:ISEE, HSPT, SAT, ACT Science: biology,chemistry, physics,geologyHistory: US, World (comprehension)ExecutiveFunctioning:prioritizingassignments,annotations, settinggoalsSpecializing In:

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MalloryBarrOur Summer Team13.MyrianNeciukCharlieWestlySebastianSantosErikaStratzMaestraMaggie

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NayanSahaOur Summer Team14.BridgetJohnsLoneGosvigAlex WuKyleBradachHeriRodriguez

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“My overall experience at TRA was wonderful. TRA gave me all the tools I needed to succeed in both middle school and high school. Not only was I given amazing teachers, but also the mental support and encouragement I needed to achieve my academic goals.” - Samantha P."I would like to thank you for helping me improve my SAT scoreand also for helping me achieve my goal. My SAT score hasimproved by 300 points, and I am so thankful for you helping meimprove my score. Thank you again for helping me!" - Aman S. Testimonials15.Learning Pods, Ages 3+“TRA is great because they are kind and they make your dreams happen.” - Student, age 7“I love TRA because teachers care about you a lot. It is a nice and peaceful place.” - Student, age 8Tutoring, Grades K-12“It is very beautiful. There are a lot of places for people to be.” - Student, age 7“There are amazing people and it is like you are living in another world.” - Student, age 11“I love Spanish class.” - Student, age 8 “TRA spelled backwards spells art.” - Student, age 8“We love TRA!”- Village Pod Kids

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ContactInformation16.(650) 525-1583www.therightapproach-ed.comscheduleme@therightapproach-ed.comTwo Locations:1201 Sixth Avenue, Belmont1206C W. Hillsdale Blvd, San MateoThe RightApproachSign Up Today!