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Our Dear Rahul,

For some time now, A***** and I have been meaning to put our thoughts to words and thank you for the incredible task you've accomplished in such a short amount of time.

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Testimonial 2

Rahul has tutored Judah for the last 5 months with great success. We chose Rahul because he establishes a professional and productive learning relationship with his students.

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Testimonial 3

To whom it may concern:

It is with gratitude that I write this letter of recommendation for Rahul and Sapphire Studies.

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Testimonial 4

To whom it may concern:

Exams were just three weeks away. The pressure was on. I expected to see my 15-year-old seclude himself in his room and study.

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Testimonial 5

I prepare this letter of recommendation with sincere appreciation for the math instruction 

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Testimonial 6

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:

I am writing to recommend Rahul Gopal as a tutor/instructor.

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Not only has A****'s math marks improved, she has actually found a way to understand it, and enjoys completing the work when she does. We both know the effort it took on her part to complete her work, however, it must be said that without your guidance, patience, and dedication, her success would not have been possible. A**** has always taken on many responsibilities, always wanting to try new things so prioritizing had always been her challenge. In short, the two and a half months of Thursday evening sessions with you, has not only helped her excel in math but, she has – with your help at Sapphire Studies - gained the confidence and ability to easily multitask without feeling overwhelmed. To say that a teenager's life these days is difficult is putting it mildly, but with you beside her, the day to day hurdles seemed much easier for her to overcome. You truly were the catalyst she needed to succeed, and we, as a family, can’t thank you enough. Rahul, both A**** and I want you to know how thankful we are for your support and ability to “zero in” on what she needed most – the confidence you instilled in her ability to progress through your “first principles” method to homework completion is second to none. I've always felt that A**** had it in her, and from the bottom of my heart, want to thank you for making her shine. The work you do with our young people is remarkable, don't ever change course, and God always bless you and Sapphire Studies.

Many thanks,

Anna and A****.

Sessions with Rahul are focused and kind. He is patient and observant, realizing readiness and helping students overcome fears and previous defeating experiences. After a few months of work with Rahul, our son will be returning back to school we believe with a sense that he is well prepared in mathematics. He will be much more confident to take his maths tests and exams. We highly recommend that parents consider enrichment tutoring with Rahul to fill in the learning gaps that naturally occur in today’s public schools. It is just impossible for a teacher with dozens of students to provide the mentoring that Rahul can provide. We will continue to use Rahul's enrichment tutoring services. We are convinced that the extra hours a week are deepening our Judah's study skills, confidence in asking for and receiving help, and academic mastery.

Sincerely, Janine

My daughter, A***** had been struggling with mathematics in school for the past few years. Even though she managed to pass her courses, she was falling further and further behind. With each new year, the material would increase in difficulty, building on what had been taught in the grade before. Because A***** never really understood the basics in the first place, it became impossible to continue to get by with a passing grade. Unfortunately, as her mother, I was not able to help because I was never a strong math student myself. I couldn’t teach her what I had never understood myself. This year in November, A*****’s grade 10 math teacher requested a meeting to discuss the possibility of moving her down to general math from applied math. Her average for the first term was only 26%. The teacher did not see how A***** could pass the course. It was hard to see my daughter resigning herself to the fact that she just couldn’t do any better. She was further demoralized because she was hoping to study nursing when she went to University, but without applied math, she wouldn’t qualify for the program. A***** came home from school one day with a card from Sapphire Studies. Before making the decision to switch to general level math, we decided to try private tutoring first. I wanted to see if there was any way that A***** could turn her marks around. To be honest, I was jaded by my own math experience. I held a belief that some people are just good at math and others are not. I didn’t think it was possible to significantly change that fact. It has been a hard road for A*****. There have been times where she couldn’t understand a concept and wanted to give up on herself, but with Rahul’s constant encouragement, varied teaching methods and pressure to persevere, A***** has not only moved up to a passing grade, but she actually got a 96% on her last pop quiz. A***** is so proud of herself. Her mindset has changed to believe that if she can exceed in math, then she can exceed in anything! I am so proud of A*****! She is so confident now, that she is even asking Rahul to go beyond what the class is learning, so that she can have the understanding even before the new material is taught. Rahul has a direct line to A*****’s math teacher, so it makes it easy for him to know what is coming up and to help him to prepare sample tests to get A***** ready. A*****’s teacher is amazed at A*****’s improvement and has praised Sapphire Studies herself. A***** no longer has a fear of writing tests because of her great success. As her mother, I no longer believe that math intelligence is inherent. Everyone can learn if given the right circumstances. It makes me wonder what path my life might have taken if I had been tutored as a high school student. I stayed clear of anything even remotely mathematical in my studies. I am so grateful to Saphire Studies because now A***** can chose any path for her life. The sky is the limit. What an unmeasurable gift I have been able to give my daughter!

Thank you Sapphire Studies!

Sincerely, Lesley B******

This year however, that did NOT happen. His only focus was gaming, while showing indifference to studying and attitude toward school! When I pressured him to study, he quite persuasively assured me that he knew his “stuff,” and convinced me not to worry. So naturally, I expected my convincing teen to know his work. But when I opened his Science binder to quiz him, I was stunned to discover that he did NOT know much of his “stuff” at all. In fact, when I saw his notes, I panicked! The gaming was shut down immediately, and the real battle was just beginning. A week passed by. Just two weeks to exams, and my son was still displaying indifference to his studies. I couldn’t deal with him… but I also couldn’t let him fail! So, I called his school and received a list of qualified tutors, all of whom were overwhelmed with students with upcoming exams, save for Rahul at Sapphire Studies, who confirmed he was busy, but still made it a point to share his time with us. “It’s all about scheduling” is what he confidently said. After a lengthy and inspiring conversation, I connected with Rahul, albeit cautiously. He sounded so confident that he would help my son. However, could he really turn him around in such a short period of time? Was it worth the investment? Because of my time constraints, Rahul agreed to drive across the city to meet with us following day. For two hours he chatted, told stories and really spoke genuinely — from the heart, never judging. There was an immediate comfort level and trust. Rahul’s strategies, combining common sense, positive attitude and humour, won us over. My son’s transformation began the next day. Using factual convictions and positive motivation, Rahul organized my son (from backpack to desk to proper lighting), and left him with a realistic, achievable plan covering the pre-exam weeks. In fact, my son HIMSELF shut down his gaming, and was inspired to focus on the studying ahead, just as Rahul had coached him to do. His exams results were a true testament of Rahul’s excellent coaching. My son’s efforts proved to be stellar — beyond anything I ever expected — a 92% on his Science exam!!! In summary, Rahul is incredible! What he did a short period of time was amazing. He is not just a tutor. He is a caring mentor. He is a life skills coach. He teaches from the heart. He is a disciplinarian with his students’ best interests at heart. His use of positive re-enforcement and factual discussion really motivate. Rahul used a common sense approach to teach my son learning skills, life skills, and muchneeded organizational skills. When required, his quick responses and anecdotal speeches were not only motivational, but very entertaining – and in the end, it may not have been what my Son wanted to hear, but he was always so uplifting and kept his motivation high. What a wonderful, rewarding and successful experience! We are forever grateful! And when all is said and done… Sapphire Studies gets results!!! It’s a program that I highly recommend, if it’s results that you’re looking for.

Truly grateful, Rose S.

and homework coaching that Rahul (Sapphire Studies) has provided to my son D***** since December 2016.D****** is in Grade 9 and math has been a difficult subject, for the past 2 years, where D****** has struggled to attain high level grades. From one year to the next, math was increasingly a course where D****** struggled to grasp concepts and as each new year builds upon the last year’s teachings, Grade 9 math was proving to be difficult for D****** to succeed at. D****** has maintained, for the past 2 years, an overall average of 65% in math. As a parent, I have observed that D******’s approach to his math work has significantly changed while under the instruction of Rahul and Sapphire Studies. In the past D****** has lacked the motivation and confidence to apply extra time to his math work simply because he struggled often with key concepts. Rahul has impressed upon D****** the value of working consistently everyday at math. Repeating practice questions and lessons is what D****** does each day and he does it very eagerly and diligently since he has been under Rahul’s instruction. In a short period of time, Rahul, through his steady guidance, has changed D******’s thought process on what is required to be successful in math (and every other subject) and D****** finally has a full understanding of the math concepts being taught. He has not fallen behind. It is important to note that D****** achieved a mark of 96% on his first math test written once he started lessons with Rahul !!! With this result, it became evident to D****** that if he could achieve a mark of 96% in math then he could also achieve it in his other courses. The homework coaching that Rahul provides is another area that is very valuable to D****** as he has changed his approach to doing homework each night and reviewing material from other courses even when there is no homework assigned (in those courses). Not only does D****** apply himself each night to homework and review but he will often ‘jump’ ahead to read the next lesson or chapter. D****** would never have wanted to do such a thing in the past, but with Rahul’s encouragement and coaching, D****** does not hesitate to read or review further than the current lesson or chapter being taught. In dealing with Rahul, the one thing that left a lasting impression on me was Rahul’s willingness to engage with D******’s math teacher, or any teacher if the need arises. Rahul has communicated with D******’s math teacher and coach on several occasions. I have received very good feedback from D******’s math teacher as to the progress D****** has made. The open dialogue between Rahul and D******’s teacher / coach demonstrates the level of commitment Rahul has to his students. I appreciate that Rahul takes the time to converse with the math teacher on D******’s progress and weaknesses. I am forever grateful, as is D******, to have met Rahul. Rahul’s educational services would be a perfect and highly valuable compliment to the resources currently available to students at D******’s school, St. Michael’s College School. I would encourage any school, be it private or public system, to take a close look at the tutoring services available through Rahul @ Sapphire Studies. I have found at all times that Rahul is extremely flexible in scheduling instruction time and working with busy schedules of both his students and parents alike. Rahul would be a positive and beneficial resource to any school environment as he offers a transparent relationship with the student, teachers and parent(s). I highly recommend the tutoring services of Rahul @ Sapphire Studies. It is because of Rahul that D****** is on the path to greater academic success.

Sincerely, C**** F***** (parent)

 It gives me great pride to write this letter of recommendation, as a mother who truly has watched her child struggle in math – to see him today as an A student. My family and I have only known Rahul for a few months now, and I can honestly say he is one of the smartest people I have ever encountered. It does not matter what subject we are discussing or that he is tutoring, Rahul is on top of it showing a passion for knowledge that is simply unparalleled. More so, he has an uncanny ability to make anyone else understand any subject. He is a naturally gifted instructor and leader, a fantastic tutor. In early June – just 3.5 weeks away from the end of the school year, my 14-year-old son came to us and just exhaled his frustrations in regards to Math. As parents, we knew he was having some challenges in the subject – and we did attempt to obtain a “tutor” to simply help him at least “pass” the subject. As his mother, and strongest advocate, I knew I needed to do more. Just “passing” grade 9 math…would not help my son in the long run. Peter had reservations about math, he had somewhat of a fear, it was clear – but again he is a 14-yearold BOY who always said, “don’t worry mom”. But as a mom…I worried. At this point, my son’s math average was 33% - he only had 2 opportunities to potentially pass the course – EQAO and final Exam. The odds were against my son. We knew he was in for summer school to redo this course and obtain the credit. I truly believe that the stars were aligned and I met Rahul. I called him, and instantly I felt a connection. I felt his passion over the phone and I knew I had to make arrangements somehow someway to obtain his services. We were very transparent with Rahul and the situation at hand. He came in right away. We made arrangements for 9 sessions. Rahul immediately connected with our son. He became our son’s advocate. It wasn’t just about MATH. It was about the passion for learning, for understanding. Fundamental BASICS. It was about respect, commitment development and accountability. His instructional methods are quite modern and he creates an excellent learning environment. He gave 150% and more to our son – going above and beyond and reaching out to our son’s math teacher to fully understand our son’s situation. To sending text messages to our son the night before his test to encourage him – to calling early mornings with well wishes and BEST OF LUCK messages to our son. It is with great pride that I am able to say that our son passed grade 9 math with an overall average of 58%. I do understand, acknowledge, and concur that 58% is nothing to be bragging about – however, that is a 25% INCREASE in his mark. WE CELEBRATED. The more exciting news is that our son still went and is currently in summer school not to redo Math but to upgrade his mark. As of July 15 – his MID MARK for Math right now is 89% - and the following comments were written about MY SON “Exemplary in work and class conduct. Has an effective study and test preparation skills. Has effective management and organizational skills.” As a mother, I am beaming. Although my son has put in the hard work to obtain these marks, I truly believe it is from the time he spent with Rahul that has enabled him to obtain these great results. Rahul is not only our sons tutor he is a part of our family and we will continue to utilize his services. WE recommend Rahul to you without reservation. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Warm Regards, PROUD MOM Maria Petri