From Our Tutors & Tutees
Hear what our tutors and tutees have to say about their experiences in LASEO!
What Our Tutors Say
"Every week, I looked forward to taking a break from my hectic routine and finding peace in working with my tutees. I loved the feeling of helping young students out! I would definitely encourage any UCLA student to join LASEO because it is so gratifying to help others and gain experience by working with kids."
- Ashley Casillas '23, Math for Teaching Major
"Time goes by fast when you are working with 6th to 8th graders. It's such a joy to be able to work with these students and help them achieve academic success. You are definitely joining a community that wants to make a positive impact and enjoy the process along the way."
- Mira-Jane Higashihara '24, Biology Major
"I feel like one way I’ve made a difference through tutoring is by helping kids work through problems they find difficult. If you’re someone who likes to work with kids and helping others, you’ll really enjoy LASEO."
- Luis Ramirez '23, Psychology Major
"My favorite part of LASEO is getting to build a relationship with a student through multiple weeks of tutoring and the fun after-site activities! I feel like I have made a difference for my tutees by showing them different ways to solve problems so that they can develop good problem solving skills."
- Abby Minervini '22, Education and Social Transformation Major
"The most rewarding feeling is explaining a difficult concept a student was struggling with and seeing it click in their head. (LASEO) a wonderful experience and everyone is super nice!"
- Ashley Lin '23, Computational and Systems Biology Major
What Our Tutees Say
"I wish it were everyday."
"I like it a lot. It helps me and is getting my grade higher."
"It's the best day ever."
"My experience in LASEO has been fun and I like it because my tutor is funny and she gives me advice. But sometimes I get sad because I really like it and when I need help at home, I wish I was in tutoring."
"I like it because they are all so nice. Also because they explain very well."
"I love it because the people really help you and don’t get stressed and take their time helping us."
"I like it because I get to do my homework with confidence."
"I have really liked tutoring because I can do my math homework easily. And I am doing good in math lately."
"My experience with LASEO has been a great experience for me and my brother. It helps me become a better student at school and in my math class."
Tutee responses have been kept anonymous to preserve students' privacy.