At Eldridge Overton Educational Programs (EOEP), we have enjoyed the privilege of keeping contact with many of our former students and hearing about their growth and accomplishments as successful young men and women.
Recently, we were pleased to hear about how former student, TeSean R. Jones, has been excelling through his coursework in high school thanks to the skills he had acquired through the A.Y.P Academy. TeSean joined EOEP as a student at Rahway Middle School, where he was receiving average grades in his classes. Now, TeSean is a rising junior at Linden High School, a member of the Honor Roll, and on the fast track to college.
The following is a questionnaire which TeSean and his mother, Darnea LaPierre, were so kind to answer. It reveals the concerns and expectations which were present as we began working together, the experience of tutoring and educational support with EOEP, and the successful aftermath:
Questions for Mrs. LaPierre:
What were your concerns as a parent regarding Tesean's academics?
Recently, we were pleased to hear about how former student, TeSean R. Jones, has been excelling through his coursework in high school thanks to the skills he had acquired through the A.Y.P Academy. TeSean joined EOEP as a student at Rahway Middle School, where he was receiving average grades in his classes. Now, TeSean is a rising junior at Linden High School, a member of the Honor Roll, and on the fast track to college.
The following is a questionnaire which TeSean and his mother, Darnea LaPierre, were so kind to answer. It reveals the concerns and expectations which were present as we began working together, the experience of tutoring and educational support with EOEP, and the successful aftermath:
Questions for Mrs. LaPierre:
What were your concerns as a parent regarding Tesean's academics?
TeSean did not like reading & was receiving C's. I knew he was capable of more.
What were you hoping to get from EOEP?
Excellence.
Were your expectations met/ exceeded?
Yes. I felt the experience was very beneficial.
Were your concerns addressed?
Yes. All of my concerns that I initially voiced were addressed & I felt that the staff was attentive to TeSean's needs.
Would you recommend EOEP to a friend?
Yes. Actually I have
Questions for TeSean:
What grade are you in and which High School do you attend?
I'm in the 11th grade. I now attend Linden High School.
What is your current favorite class? Why?
Algebra because it's my favorite subject and I get really good grades on my test & quizzes.
How were you doing academically, prior to enrolling in SES tutoring with EOEP?
I was getting average grades like B’s C's.
What were you hoping to get from EOEP?
I was hoping to get better grades and learn better study habits.
Were your expectations met/ exceeded?
[TeSean’s Mother:] Yes, his expectations were met, his study habits improved and he still uses them today.
Please share a quote about your experiences as a student working with EOEP:
The Greatest Barrier Of SUCCESS Is The Fear Of FAILURE.
What are your ambitions and goals for the future?
To become successful live in a condo in Manhattan NY & drive a Range Rover & to buy my mom & step-dad luxury cars.
What would you like to study in College?
Math so I could become a teacher and [also how to produce] music with computers & musical instruments.
