Meet Our Tutors
Meet Our Leaders/Tutors

- Shawn
I am a second-year undergraduate student from Massachusetts studying International Affairs and Economics. I have tutored with GW Math Matters since my freshman year and now serve as a Lead Tutor at McKinley Middle School. GW Math Matters is an amazing community for undergraduate students to connect with the DC community and I love to interact with the students and watch them grow throughout the year.

- Caroline
Hello! I am currently a second-year graduate student pursuing a degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Through my involvement in the Math Matters program, I have had the privilege of meeting incredible students and contributing to their educational journeys. I particularly appreciate the program’s focus on relationship-building and mentorship, which allows me to guide students both academically and personally. Additionally, I enjoy immersing myself in the vibrant DC community and learning from the diverse experiences around me. The team at Math Matters is outstanding, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working alongside them during my year with the program.

- Mackenzie
Hi! I’m Mackenzie and I’m a junior studying psychology and minoring in sociology. After I graduate, I plan on going to medical school and entering the medical field in the future. I’ve been with Math Matters for 4 semesters. My favorite part of the program is making our math lessons fun and engaging so the kids enjoy learning.

- Lauryn
I am a junior from Phoenix, Arizona double majoring in Political Science and Criminal Justice. This is my third year with Math Matters, and I currently tutor at Stuart-Hobson and Sousa Middle Schools. After graduating, I plan on attending law school to become a juvenile defense attorney.

- Scott
Hello, my name is Scott Dessources. I am a third-year Finance major with a minor in Economics, born and raised in Massachusetts, and through Math Matters I am dedicated to empowering students, fostering meaningful academic and personal growth, and building joyful connections filled with laughter during our math sessions.

- Amel
Hi! I am a Sophomore from Northern Virginia majoring in Civil Engineering. This is my second year with Math Matters and I am excited to have a leadership position within the program! I have previously tutored at Eliot-Hine Middle School and have grown to love the program and working with students. Math Matters has allowed me to immerse myself in DC culture and learn from other tutors, students, and school staff. My main goal in tutoring sessions is to build student’s confidence so they can take charge of their own learning. In the future, I plan on focusing on Structural Engineering.

- Mahika
Namaste, I am a second-year undergraduate double majoring in Communication and Journalism & Mass Communication, on the pre-law track and in the Honors program.
Evidently, I have a lot on my plate but Math Matters is something I’ve made time for since my first semester and I’m grateful to have found something that gives me such purpose! My life goal is to ’make an impact’, just like Math Matters aims to.
I’ve tutored at Eliot-Hine MS for a year and I’m excited to meet young minds across DC and facilitate all I can as a lead tutor!

- Daniella
I am a sophomore undergraduate student from Connecticut studying Finance. I have been a tutor under GW Math Matters since the beginning of my freshman year. What I enjoy about this program is connecting with my fellow tutors and building a community with the students I tutor. I also love seeing students discover an interest in mathematics while exposing them to various mathematical concepts. After completing my undergraduate studies, I plan to attend law school.

- Gabrianna
Hi! I’m a third year from Kansas studying Criminal Justice and Psychology. This is my second year with Math Matters, and I have served at Stuart-Hobson MS for the past year. My work with Math Matters has allowed me to explore DC and learn more about the people here. This program has been a fun and rewarding way for me to connect with my new community and understand more about DC!

- Emme
Hi, I am a sophomore from Sacramento, California, and I am majoring in International Affairs with a minor in Economics. This will be my second year serving with GW Math Matters, previously serving at McKinley Middle School my freshman year. GW Math Matters is an amazing program, giving me the opportunity to explore DC and build strong connections with other GW students. As a tutor I get to watch young students grow and build confidence in their Math Skills.

- Makda
I am a sophomore from Malden, Massachusetts majoring in international affairs with a minor in economics and a concentration in international development. This is my second year with Math Matters, where I tutored at both McKinley Middle School and Cardozo Education Campus. After graduating, I plan on working for the Peace Corp then will be attending law school in hopes of becoming a US Attorney prosecutor that specializes in crimes against children.

- Samuel
I am a Senior from Miami, Florida studying International Affairs and Journalism. I have been working for Math Matters for 2 years and am proud to be a lead tutor for my final year college. I have always found education to be very important and seeing students learn is a great reward for me. I hope to leave students with knowledge to serve them both in math and life.
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