Who we are
We are a team of professional educators that love working with students. Our goal is to help get the best education experience for every one of our students. Today, many students and parents are frustrated and don’t know who to turn to for help. We are here to advise both parents and child on how to get an excellent education regardless of any challenges they may face. Our years of experience working in the education system gives a unique set of skills and knowledge to guide parents and students.
We see results that every parent and student can be proud of. Our mission is to offer our knowledge and teaching skills. Even calling us to talk for five minutes can help you guide your son or daughter to a better education.
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Mike Bartley
Head of Operations/ Teacher
Mike is a dedicated educator that draws from his varied experiences teaching around the world and different subjects to help students get the scores and grades they need to achieve their collegiate dreams. His students love his patient and focused approach that guides them to their best Math and Science test scores.
Renee Goodson
Owner/ Teacher
Renee taught AP Stats, AP Calculus, and Algebra at Palm Beach Gardens High School for several years while tutoring privately. She loves helping students of all levels and was instrumental in designing Making The Grade’s proven tutoring system.
Julie Mooney
English: ACT, SAT, College Essay
Julie is a veteran teacher with an expertise in ACT and SAT English and Reading.
- Masters in Math Education (U. of Texas)
- Taught AP Stats, Algebra, and Geometry at PB Gardens High School
- 7 Years classroom teaching experience
- Certified in Math(6-12)
- 15 years tutoring experience
- Math and Science Teacher: PB Gardens High (2008-2012)
- Certified: Math (6-12), Earth Science, Social Studies, ESE
- Taught World History, Law Studies and Economics at South Fork High
- English Teacher: Tokyo Metropolitan School District (2004-2008)
- B.A History (Trinity University)
- B.A. in Education: Kean University
- PB Gardens HS: English (9-12), Honors, AP, AICE
- Specializes in ACT and SAT English, Reading, Essays
- 15 years tutoring experience