Benefits of Peer Tutoring

Why get tutored by other students?

About Certifications

Prove your mastery and get ready to tutor.

Become a Tutor

Learn, grow, and give back through tutoring.

Session Safety Measures

How we keep virtual tutoring safe.

Help Desk

Have questions? Search our FAQ.

Community Events

Game nights, product updates, and more.

Study Spaces

Stay motivated in virtual study rooms.

Leaderboards

Check out the community's impact.

Stories

Testimonials from the Schoolhouse community.

Blog

Keep up with our volunteer-run blog.

Ragad S

TUTOR

Joined Jul 2022 · She/Her

Upcoming Sessions

1 Series

Comprehensive AP Biology Course

19th session Fri Apr 26, 7:00 PM

Although AP biology gets a lot of bad press for being one of the most difficult APs or for the low percentage of students who score a 5 on it, you will see that with the right mindset and guidance, it can be pretty fun and not too challenging. Through this course, I hope to help those taking AP biology at school or self-studying it feel sure of themselves and do well on tests as well as te AP exam in May.                      
                            - Overview - 
We will meet for an hour or 90 minutes (depending on how long it takes us to cover the material) every two weeks to thoroughly review the different AP Biology units. Each unit will be divided into two sessions. The exceptions are units 6 and 7. Because these two units are long and include a lot of material, I decided to divide each of them into 3 sessions. 
The sessions will start with a quick review of and/or a question about some of the topics discussed in the previous session(s) followed by a discussion of the concepts and topics in the particular part of the unit assigned for that week. Then, we will do some practice questions (MCQ and FRQ) and a Q&A (questions are also welcome anytime during the session). Advice on how to approach test questions and tips for studying for the AP biology test will be incorporated throughout our sessions.

                                   - Qualifications -
 I self-studied for the AP Biology exam and took it in May 2022. I got a score of 5. I took the AP biology course at my school in 2023 (the year they started offering it). I also taught this same course on Schoolhouse last year. 
Some of the feedback I received on my course last year:
"Ragad had one of the most comprehensive PowerPoint presentations on Schoolhouse that I have ever witnessed."
"Lots of good details and explanation with the summary."
"Your use of practice problems was awesome."
"Thank you for the amazing session! I liked how you interacted with us frequently and got us involved!! :)"

                                       - Resources -
I will depend on a variety of resources, but the ones I use most heavily are:
(Organized from the ones I use most to the ones I use least.)

- CliffsNotes AP Biology 2021 Exam (most recent edition) 
- Campbell, biology in focus 3rd edition
- Princeton Review AP Biology Premium Prep 2022, 2023
- 5 Steps to a 5 500 Questions to Know by Test Day

Looking forward to teaching all of you!

Ragad S

Registration full.

Past Sessions

8 Series

The Complete ACT Course (part III: Geometry)

Ended Thu, Apr 11, 2024

This course is designed specifically for students planning to take the ACT test and want to work on the math skills they need for it. However, students who need to revise some topics for school or are planning to take the SAT can also benefit from the course. Over the next few months, we will meet weekly to discuss all of the important math concepts and strategies you need to do well on the ACT. In every session, we will tackle a few topics. We will revise them and solve some practice questions. I will also be taking any math questions you might have throughout the session. I plan to adapt the course and the time allocated to each topic based on the needs of the students.
_____________________________________________
﻿
The course will be divided into parts; each part will be placed in its corresponding subworld:
﻿
1. Pre-Algebra
﻿
2. Algebra 1
﻿
3. Geometry
﻿
4. Statistics & Probability
﻿
5. Algebra 2
﻿
6. Pre-calculus
﻿
_____________________________________________
﻿
RESOURCES I USE:
﻿
-The Ultimate Guide to ACT Math (1 and 2)
﻿
- The Official ACT Prep Guide 2022-2023
﻿
- 500 ACT Math Questions to Know by Test Day, 3rd Edition, Geometry Common Core.
﻿
- The Official ACT Mathematics Guide
﻿
(This list is subject to change as I get to learn what the students need more of.)
﻿
_____________________________________________
﻿
FEEDBACK
﻿
Some of the feedback I got on my previous ACT Math courses:
﻿
"The practice questions were just what I needed, also the tutor was very engaging."
﻿
"Very good and thorough explanations."
﻿
"super organized and good explanations."
﻿
part of a peer review: "Excellent explanations! You went over each concept in detail and thoroughly explained how to solve the problems. You not only explained how to find the correct answer but also why a certain approach makes sense. "
﻿
_____________________________________________
﻿
Note: I already completed parts I (pre-algebra) and II (algebra I) in previous courses. I am sorry for the pause between the previous two courses and this one. I had intended to have No gaps between them, but due to school exams, college applications, and some health issues I face, I found that a small break was necessary. Hopefully, this will not happen again as I plan to start part IV as soon as we complete part III. If anybody would like me to go over some concepts from algebra I or algebra II again, let me know, and I can arrange specific sessions for that.
﻿

Ragad S

Series ended.

The Complete ACT Course (prat II: Algebra I)

Ended Thu, Nov 23, 2023

This course is designed specifically for students planning to take the ACT test and want to work on the math skills they need for it. However, students who need to revise some topics for school or are planning to take the SAT can also benefit from the course. Over the next few months, we will meet weekly to discuss all of the important math concepts and strategies you need to do well on the ACT. In every session, we will tackle a few topics. We will revise them and solve some practice questions. I will also be taking any math questions you might have throughout the session. I plan to adapt the course and the time allocated to each topic based on the needs of the students.
_____________________________________________

The course will be divided into parts; each part will be placed in its corresponding subworld:

1. Pre-Algebra

2. Algebra 1

3. Geometry

4. Statistics & Probability

5. Algebra 2

6. Pre-calculus

_____________________________________________

RESOURCES I USE:

-The Ultimate Guide to ACT Math (1 and 2)

- The Official ACT Prep Guide 2022-2023

- 500 ACT Math Questions to Know by Test Day, 3rd Edition, Geometry Common Core.

- The Official ACT Mathematics Guide

(This list is subject to change as I get to learn what the students need more of.)

_____________________________________________

QUALIFICATIONS

I got a 36 on the math ACT section in July of 2022. I have a GPA of 4.0 in pre-algebra, algebra one, geometry, and algebra 2, and calculus. I am taking AP Calculus AB this year. I am certified in geometry, pre-algebra, and algebra 1. I am gaining certification in any other relevant math topics. I have already taught this course twice before and gained experience in teaching the material and insight on how to improve it.

(I also used the courses of Princeton Review, Prepscholar, and Kaplan in preparing for ACT math, in addition to books like the Ultimate Guide to ACT Math, so I have a comprehensive understanding of all the topics that should be covered.)

_____________________________________________

FEEDBACK

Some of the feedback I got on my previous ACT Math courses:

"The practice questions were just what I needed, also the tutor was very engaging."

"Very good and thorough explanations."

"super organized and good explanations."

part of a peer review: "Excellent explanations! You went over each concept in detail and thoroughly explained how to solve the problems. You not only explained how to find the correct answer but also why a certain approach makes sense. "

Ragad S

Series ended.

The Complete ACT Course (part I: Pre-Algebra)

Ended Thu, Oct 12, 2023

This course is designed specifically for students planning to take the ACT test and want to work on the math skills they need for it. However, students who need to revise some topics for school or are planning to take the SAT can also benefit from the course. Over the next few months, we will meet weekly to discuss all of the important math concepts and strategies you need to do well on the ACT. In every session, we will tackle a few topics. We will revise them and solve some practice questions. I will also be taking any math questions you might have throughout the session. I plan to adapt the course and the time allocated to each topic based on the needs of the students.
_____________________________________________
The course will be divided into parts; each part will be placed in its corresponding subworld:
1. Pre-Algebra 
2. Algebra 1
3. Geometry
4. Statistics & Probability
5. Algebra 2
6. Pre-calculus
_____________________________________________
RESOURCES i USE:
-The Ultimate Guide to ACT Math (1 and 2) 
- The Official ACT Prep Guide 2022-2023
- 500 ACT Math Questions to Know by Test Day, 3rd Edition, Geometry Common Core.
- The Official ACT Mathematics Guide

(This list is subject to change as I get to learn what the students need more of.)
_____________________________________________
 QUALIFICATIONS
I got a 36 on the math ACT section in July of 2022. I have a GPA of 4.0 in pre-algebra, algebra one, geometry, and algebra 2, and calculus. I am taking AP Calculus AB this year. I am certified in geometry, pre-algebra, and algebra 1. I am gaining certification in any other relevant math topics. I have already taught this course twice before and gained experience in teaching the material and insight on how to improve it.

(I also used the courses of Princeton Review, Prepscholar, and Kaplan in preparing for ACT math, in addition to books like the Ultimate Guide to ACT Math, so I have a comprehensive understanding of all the topics that should be covered.)
_____________________________________________
FEEDBACK
Some of the feedback I got on my previous ACT Math courses:
"The practice questions were just what I needed, also the tutor was very engaging."
"Thanks for making it interactive and you were really dedicated."
"Very good and thorough explanations."
part of a peer-review: "Excellent explanations! You went over each concept in detail and thoroughly explained how to solve the problems. You not only explained how to find the correct answer but also why a certain approach makes sense. "

Ragad S

Series ended.

Geometry - Prepare for the New School Year

Ended Mon, Sep 11, 2023

Do you feel anxious about taking geometry at school or want to brush up on some geometry-related concepts for an upcoming SAT or ACT test? In this series, we will discuss the basics of geometry, work on practice questions, and answer any questions students might have.
Resources: I base much of the structure and information I teach in this course on the book "Geometry for Dummies" by Mark Ryan and "Geometry" common core by Pearson. I also use online resources and knowledge that I have accumulated over the years. I create my own PowerPoint presentations for the sessions. 
Qualifications: I enjoy and do well in mathematics, including geometry and have taught geometry before as part of my "ACT Math Complete Course". Moreover, I received a GPA of 4.0 in Math in grade 10, the year in which we studied only geometry. I also took the ACT test twice, one of my ACT math scores was a 34 and the other was a 36.

Ragad S

Series ended.

ACT Math Complete Course

Ended Thu, Jul 6, 2023

This course is designed specifically for students planning to take the ACT test and want to work on the math skills they need for it. However, students who need to revise some topics for school or are planning to take the SAT can also benefit from the course. Over the next three months, we will meet weekly to discuss all of the important math concepts and strategies you need to do well on the ACT. In every session, we will tackle a few topics. We will revise them and solve some practice questions. I will also be taking any math questions you might have throughout the session. I plan to adapt the course and the time allocated to each topic based on the needs of the students.

Some resources that I will use*: The Ultimate Guide to ACT Math, The Official ACT Prep Guide 2022-2023, 500 ACT Math Questions to Know by Test Day, 3rd Edition, Geometry Common Core.

(This list is subject to change as I get to learn what the students need more of.)

P.S I have only added the first two sessions, but will be adding all other session during the coming week or two.

Ragad S

Series ended.

ACT Math Complete Course

Ended Thu, Mar 23, 2023

This course is designed specifically for students planning to take the ACT test and want to work on the math skills they need for it. However, students who need to revise some topics for school or are planning to take the SAT can also benefit from the course. Over the next three months, we will meet weekly to discuss all of the important math concepts and strategies you need to do well on the ACT. In every session, we will tackle a few topics. We will revise them and solve some practice questions. I will also be taking any math questions you might have throughout the session. I plan to adapt the course and the time allocated to each topic based on the needs of the students.

Some resources that I will use*: The Ultimate Guide to ACT Math, The Official ACT Prep Guide 2022-2023, 500 ACT Math Questions to Know by Test Day, 3rd Edition.
(This list is subject to change as I get to learn what the students need more of.)

P.S I have only added the first two sessions, but will be adding all other session during the coming week or two.

Ragad S

Series ended.

Fortnightly AP Biology Review

Ended Sat, May 6, 2023

We will meet for an hour every two weeks to go over the most important points in the different AP Biology units. Each unit will be divided into two sessions. The sessions will start with a quick review of and/or a question about some of the topics discussed in the previous session(s) followed by a discussion of the concepts and topics in the particular unit assigned for that week. Then, we will do some practice questions and a Q&A (questions are also welcome anytime during the session). Advice on how to approach test questions and tips for studying for the AP biology test will be incorporated throughout our sessions.

Qualification: I self-studied for the AP Biology exam and took it in May 2022. I got a score of 5. I currently take the AP biology course at my school (which it only started to offer this year).

Resources I use:
I will depend on a variety of resources, but the ones I will use most heavily will probably be:
- Campbell, biology in focus 3rd edition
- Princeton Review AP Biology Premium Prep 2022 ( I use the older version for practice questions so that students who plan to use the Princeton Review 2023 book to review in April would not have been exposed to the questions before).
- 5 Steps to a 5 500 Questions to Know by Test Day

I have not added all sessions yet. I will add all sessions in the next week or two!

Ragad S

Series ended.

ACT Math

Ended Thu, Sep 29, 2022

Are you feeling nervous or underprepared for the math section of your upcoming ACT test? 
This course is designed for those who are planning to take the ACT test on the 10th of December or later ( but even if you're taking it at an earlier date and would just like to cover whatever topics you have the chance to before thest, you are welcome to join). Over the next three months, we will meet weekly to discuss all of the important math concepts and strategies you need to do well on the ACT. Every session, we will tackle a few topics. We will revise them and solve some practice questions. I will also be taking any unrelated math questions you might have at the end of every session. I also plan to adapt the course and the time allocated to each topic based on the needs of the students.

Some resources that I will use*: The Ultimate Gudie to ACT Math, The Official ACT Prep Guide 2022-2023, 500 ACT Math Questions to Know by Test Day, 3rd Edition.

*This list is subject to change as I get to learn what the students need more of.

Ragad S

Series ended.

14 Sessions

Biology · session

Unit 8 Continued

Sat Apr 13, 6:00 PM

We had a part of unit 8 that we could not finish in the allotted time in Friday's session of my AP Biology course, so I am scheduling this session to complete it in.

Ragad S

Session ended.

Biology · session

Review: Unit 1 Chemistry of Life (upon student request)

Mon Apr 8, 6:30 PM

I have scheduled this session because a student asked for a review of Unit 1, the chemistry of life, but everyone else is also welcome to join! We will go over the ideas in the unit. If we have time, we will do some practice, too! This session will have no effect on the progression of my AP Biology course.
﻿
P.S. if you cannot attend this session because of timing issues or if you would like a review of a different unit, you can always contact me, and I will do my best to schedule a session for you!

Ragad S

Session ended.

Biology · session

Unit 4 review - upon student request

Sat Mar 23, 7:00 PM

I scheduled this session because one of my students requested a review of unit 4, Cell Communication & Cell Cycle, but anybody else who is interested is also welcome to join. For those in my AP Biology series, this session will not have an effect on our progression in the course.

Ragad S

Session ended.

Biology · session

Extra session upon request: AP Bio 7.10-7.13

Tue Mar 5, 7:00 PM

I arranged this session upon the request of one of the students, but anybody else is welcome to join too. If you are a student in my AP Biology course, then don’t worry that course will not be affected by this session, and we will have a session covering the second part of unit 7 in two weeks as scheduled.

Ragad S

Session ended.

Biology · session

More of AP Biology Unit 6

Tue Feb 20, 4:00 PM

Hello everybody we had a small part of the unit that we could not complete during our usual sessions, so I have created this session to complete what is left. Feel free to join eve if you did not attend past sessions of my AP Biology course!

Ragad S

Session ended.

Biology · session

Review (upon student's request)

Sun Jan 7, 12:30 PM

We are going over the questions in a student's practice worksheet. I created this session upon her request, but anybody who would like to review some topics and practice some questions is welcome to join.

Ragad S

Session ended.

Geometry · session

Two-column Geometry Proofs - Practice

Fri Aug 18, 2023, 7:00 PM

(The topic does not exactly match what we will be talking about, but there are very limited options for topic titles.)
I told the students who attend my "Introduction to Geometry" course that I will schedule a session outside the course itself, during which we will practice writing simple geometry proofs that involve the theorems we have covered. This is what we will do in this session! Students who have a basic understanding of geometry proofs and would like to solve some practice or ask some questions are also welcome to join.

Ragad S

Session ended.

Geometry · session

Continuation of Measuring Segments and Angles

Sat Jul 29, 2023, 7:30 PM

I have delayed the session by half an hour because I had something come up and I might not be free at the original time. I apologize for any inconvenience this might cause.

This session is for particular for one student who could not attend my session on Thursday and did not want to fall behind in the series, but anybody who would like to join would be welcome.

Even though we were supposed to cover proofs in this session, we actually spent it continuing our discussion of the topics we were not able to finish last week. The topics all included measuring segments and angles. We did a bunch of practice as well! Whoever missed the session but would like to know what we covered is welcome to join. We will go over the same things again.

Ragad S

Session ended.

Biology · session

AP Biology

Fri Sep 16, 2022, 8:00 PM

In the first hour or so, we will revise the main concepts of unit one. After that, we will discuss some AP-style practice questions I curated that are related to unit 1. I will be taking questions throughout the session as well as during the Q and A part at the end of the session. Feel free to join at whatever time works for you. (You can join in the second hour if you are looking for practice only).

Ragad S

Session ended.

Enrichment · session

Beginner Piano Class

Sun Sep 4, 2022, 6:00 PM

This is a beginner piano class. I will start from the very beginning, with the assumption that you have never touched the piano before. We will learn the basics of reading music, and learn to play a simplified version of "Amazing Grace".
What do you need? You will need a piano or keyboard. Even if the keyboard does not have all the 88 keys found on a typical piano, it is OK because you are still figuring out whether this is something you want to continue or not, and pianos are often quite expensive. In the case that you don't have any instrument, you can still join to get an introduction to the piano and decide if you want to start learning it. 
Don't worry about the study materials, I will be providing the book and sheet music.

P.S This is the first session I host. You can think of it as a trial. That is why I decided to keep it shorter than an hour. If this ends up being successful I might turn it into a series where we meet weekly (perhaps every sunday).

Ragad S

Session ended.

Biology · session

AP Biology

Sat Sep 3, 2022, 7:00 PM

In this session, I will help get ready for taking AP Biology this year by outlining the structure the of the course, providing useful resources,  and giving you advice on how to make the most of this year and, hopefully, get a 5 in May. I will also provide some study plans and address some concerns that those who plan to self-study the course might face. This session can also be helpful if you are trying to decide whether you should take AP biology this year or not. I will also answer any questions you might have to the best of my ability. 

P.S I self-studied for AP biology last year and got a 5 on the 2022 test.

Ragad S

Session ended.

Enrichment · session

Live Help

Fri Sep 2, 2022, 11:15 PM

Hello! Happy to help with any questions you might have.

Ragad S

Session ended.

Enrichment · session

Live Help

Fri Aug 19, 2022, 12:00 AM

Hello! Happy to help with any questions you might have.

Ragad S

Session ended.

Enrichment · session

Live Help

Thu Aug 18, 2022, 11:00 PM

Hello! Happy to help with any questions you might have.

Ragad S

Session ended.