Middle School Math

Middle and Junior High School Math
The transition from pre-algebra to algebra in middle or junior high school can be difficult for your child. At Sylvan, we often find that students need help with fractions and other core skills to build the foundation they need to be successful with algebra. Let our highly qualified tutors pinpoint the math help your child needs. We provide personalized tutoring and help with math homework in the following subject areas:



Basic computation skills
Fractions
Decimals and percents
Integers
Probability and statistics
Pre-algebra
Geometry and measurement
Algebra
Problem solving
And more!

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Algebra 1 & 2

From formulas to equations, math can be overwhelming – even if your teenager is a good student in other subjects. Our math tutors can pinpoint the help your student needs to complete homework independently, excel in the classroom and prepare for a bright future. We’ll develop a personalized learning plan and keep your teen’s goals and interests in mind every step of the way with lessons that are engaging, motivating and rewarding. Make math manageable today! Find out how we can help with the following subjects:

• Algebra 1
• Algebra 2

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Academic Writing

Middle and Junior High School Writing

Let our writing tutors pinpoint the help your child needs to succeed in middle or junior high school and prepare for high school. You’ll see real progress because the skills we’ll teach at Sylvan are the same ones your child is learning at school. Our personalized approach can improve your child’s writing skills and confidence in the following areas:


Organize the writing process from pre-writing through publishing
Apply proper composition techniques, including the development of topic sentences and supporting paragraphs, and organization of supporting details
Understand how to approach the different writing forms, including descriptive, narrative, expository, and persuasive
Identify and outline the main idea of a work of literature or nonfiction, identify supporting ideas, and more

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Study Skills

Help your child approach studying with less stress and more confidence! With Sylvan’s study skills program, your child will learn how to manage day-to-day schoolwork with ease. From organizing a binder, to listening and note-taking, our study skills program will help your child become a better student in middle or junior high school – and beyond. We’re here to help with the following skills:

Organization and time management
Note-taking
Reading and studying
Test-taking strategies

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Homework Support

Does your middle or junior high school student have difficulty completing homework independently? From help with math homework to essay writing, our tutors can build the skills, habits and attitudes your child needs to tackle tough assignments with ease. Learn more about our flexible scheduling options – including evenings and weekends - and subjects we can provide help with today.

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TAKS Prep: State Test Prep - All Subjects and Grades

We offer TAKS Prep for all subjects and grades. We are so effective that schools across Texas use us to deliver this program. Choose from:

TAKS Accelerator - Focuses on strategies and skills review.
TAKS Skill Builder - For students who are falling behind. Our assessment pinpoints areas of concern.
TAKS Success - For students who have failed to pass TAKS. Builds skills and fills in gaps using a personalized learning plan.

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