Swati Chopra
College Admission Counselor
Dublin, CA
ww.zalmethod.com
Welcome to our counseling services! We take pride in our work and you’ll see the difference when we meet. Each student is
unique, with unique abilities and strengths, and we’ll make sure we tap into those strengths to help them be the best they can be!
We offer the following services:
Hourly Counseling
Middle School Math Placement and Electives Advice
High School Course Counseling
Extra Curricular and Leadership Counseling
College Search Advice
Essay Brainstorming
College Applications
Scholarships/Financial Aid
SAT and ACT Testing Information
Majors and Career Exploration
Post Admission Counseling
And everything in between!
While we offer full junior and senior year packages to help you with financial aid, scholarships, college applications, deadlines, etc. we honestly believe that students in their sophomore year and younger don’t need more than 2 or 3 meetings a year. The best time to come in and meet with us is when your eighth grader is planning his/her freshman year course load.
Category Archives: Education
Tuitions – Math, Hindi, Punjabi
Math tuition – grades 1- 6
Hindi tuition – beginner, intermediate and advance levels.
Punjabi tuition – beginner, intermediate and advance levels.
Contact info – 9259676690, 9259676061
GopaKuteeram – Sloka and Indian cultural Classes
Gopa Kuteeram is a Indian cultural and moral education class for children that happens every week in Pleasanton. This program runs through out the academic year. We teach slokas,bhajans, sanskrit language,stories from the puranas and life of great saints and provide activities in connection to these stories and lessons.
Classes conducted in Pleasanton on Mondays. Batch 1: 6 to 7, Batch 2: 620 to 7:20. Further details regarding these classes can be found in the flyer above.
Free Seminar on College Admissions at HCCC Livermore
FREE Seminar on College Admissions at HCCC Livermore. For additional program agenda please refer to link or attached.
seminarOn Sep 15th 2019
For more information contact: Temple Office – 925‐449‐6255 or press 3 for Umashankar Meda
or email Human Services Chair at ec_human_service…@l…com
Experiments in Physics Workshop
It is proposed to hold a summer workshop during June .
Every day the participants will experience the fun of
discovering how nature works by designing and
performing simple experiments using simple instruments
and devices. They will record their observations and
learn to get reproducible results through repeated
measurements. They will propose hypotheses based on
simple concepts and use theoretical ideas to interpret
their observations. They will thus obtain an insight into
how new physics is created and the study of natural
phenomena is taken forward.
Duration: approximately one hour every day
Registration: 50 dollars per person for weekly camp, on or before 10 June.
Contact: rangavijay…@g…com
UC Berkeley Tutor Available in Dublin/Pleasanton
Hi, my name is Paneet Khaira. I am a third year undergraduate student at UC Berkeley. I am available over the summer to tutor children who need help or want to excel in various fields including math, science, language arts, and more. If interested, call me at 209-627-6222!
National Math Contest Coaching Summer Classes
Looking for a math class with advanced math curriculum that is aimed at making students love math? Do you want your child to get recognition in national math contests and to do better in school? Exceptional track record in changing student attitude towards math and of success in national math contests. Small group classes and private tutoring in Pleasanton. Training for national contests including Noetic Learning, MOEMS Math Tournaments, Mathcounts, and AMC8. Teacher with 15 years of experience in coaching for national math contests. Free trial class. Contact teache…@m…com for additional information.
Advice/suggestions needed for school enrollment
Hi,
This is Subha here, We are moving from Foster city to Pleasanton in the month of July/August. I have Twins going to 2nd grade. Will they get seats in our allocated home schools or will they be transferred to some other schools? Please advice. Many thanks in advance.
Upcoming Ivy Review College Entrance Seminars on 4/27, 4/28
Are you losing sleep over college admissions with questions such as:
* What summer activities should my son/daughter take?
* What courses should my child get involved with?* How many AP classes should my child take?
* What if the school limits access to AP classes?* Should my child take the SAT or ACT? Or Both?
* Does my child need to be well rounded or show depth in one area?
* What are the latest college admission trends? How can my child prepare for college?
If you have questions such as these, then the Ivy Review’s Popular College Entrance Seminar will provide you with answers:
4/27 (Saturday) at Larkspur Landing, Milpitas at 4PM MILPITAS Register here.
4/28 (Sunday) at Larkspur Landing, Pleasanton at 4PM PLEASANTON Register here.
Ivy Review seminars are packed with practical information about what colleges look for and how you can prepare yourself to get into your dream college. This event is suitable for 7-12th grade students and their parents.
Regards,
Aditi Kapadia
Narrative Writing & Storytelling workshop
Hi Parents,
On popular demand, Coach Judy is back with her amazing 8 week workshop on Narrative Writing and Storytelling.
Ages: 6 to 8-year-olds
Tuesdays 4PM to 5PM
March 12th to May 7th (No class on April 2nd during Spring Break)
Email inf…@t…com for enrollment
Limited spots left! Sign up today
National Noetic Learning Contest for grades 2-8
The Noetic Learning Math Contest (NLMC) is a national math problem solving contest for elementary and middle school students.
The goal of the competition is
- to encourage students’ interest in math,
- to develop their problem solving skills,
- to inspire them to excel in math.
National contest recognition can motivate students to excel in the math. Our center offers Spring NLMC 2019 contest for grades 2 to 8 in mid-April. We also offer coaching for other national math contests such as MATHCOUNTS, Math Olympiad, AMC8 and Math Kangaroo.
Ivy Review College Admission Seminar
College admissions are getting more and more competitive. Are you wondering about questions such as:
* What courses should my son/daughter take to best prepare for college?
* What should your child do this summer?
* Would you like to know UC admission statistics?
* Should he/she go to private or public high school?
* Should he/she take the ACT, SAT or both?
If you have questions such as these, then the Ivy Review’s Popular College Entrance Seminar will provide you with answers:
Pleasanton: Saturday, February 9, 2019, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM PST
Cultural Arts Building
4477 Black Avenue
Pleasanton, CA 94566
Register here.
Ivy Review seminars are packed with practical information about what colleges look for and how you can prepare yourself to get into your dream college. This event is suitable for 7-12th-grade students and their parents.
Regards,
Aditi Kapadia
Public Speaking/Writing Workshop for Kids- Limited spots
Hi Parents- Talentnook.com would like to invite you learn more about the public speaking and writing workshop that’s starting soon on January 29th. he program is crafted and taught by renowned author and public speaking coach Judy Peebles.
This workshop is specifically designed for 2 age groups:
1st to 3rd grade students
4th & 5th grade students
Duration is 5 weeks, starting on Tuesday, January 29th.
Location: Positano, Dublin
Cost: $19 per session (Total $95 for 5 sessions plus $10 materialss fee) Limited spots available!
For more information and enrollment, please email lear…@t…com
Competitive Math Tutor – need for 7th grade
Hi, I am looking for a Math tutor who can prepare my 7th grade son for the competitive exams like Math Kangaroo, Mathcounts etc. Who has experience in math science competition fields. In home tutoring is preferable in San Ramon.
thanks,
debjani
347 255 2195
Science Olympiad Registration Now Open
Join the most exciting science competition in the nation! Encourage your child for a lifetime of curiosity and learning through the competition!
Castro Valley Science is pleased to announce its second Elementary Science Olympiad Competition, to be held May 4th, 2019 at Canyon Middle School in Castro Valley. We invite parents in the Tri-Valley area to form teams of 6 students (4th & 5th graders recommended) and register online at cvscience.us/elementary/ . For more information, contact sciencecastrovalle…@g…com
Elementary science olympiad registration
Castro Valley Science is pleased to announce its second Elementary Science Olympiad Competition, to be held May 4th, 2019 at Canyon Middle School in Castro Valley. 
We invite schools in the Tri-Valley area to form teams of 6 students (4th & 5th graders recommended) and register online at cvscience.us/elementary/ beginning January 8th, 2019.
UC Berkeley Student Available to Tutor
Hi, my name is Paneet Khaira. I am a 2nd year UC Berkeley student who is currently on winter break until January 22nd 2019 and I am available to tutor in Livermore, Dublin, Pleasanton, and San Ramon. I can tutor children from grade school all the way to high school. I am a biology major but I have taken 2 semesters of calculus, comparative literature, and other various subjects. I can help with SAT, ACT prep, college prep, or even tutor younger children. I have much experience in tutoring and have worked in Dublin tutoring before too. I have my own car so I can travel if you need a tutor. If anyone is interested you can contact me at 209-627-6222. Texting is preferred!
EDCC after school review
Hello, We are new to Dublin. My kid will goto Kolb elementary (Kindergarten) and we are looking for after school program.
Looking for some insights into the EDCC program, is it good? Any other recommendations. We are looking for a full day program as we both are working.
Please advise.
Thanks
National Math Contest Coaching
Looking for weekend math class with advanced math curriculum that is fun for your child ? Do you want your child to get recognition in national math contests?
Exceptional track record in changing student attitude towards math and of success in national math contests.
Small group classes and private tutoring in Pleasanton. Training for national contests including Noetic Learning,
MOEMS Math Tournaments, Mathcounts, and AMC8.
Teacher with 15 years of experience in coaching for national math contests.
Contact teache…@m…com for additional information.
Free seminar on college admission @ HCCC Livermore, CA
HCCC Human Services presents Free Seminar on College Admissions – Think differently for College Admissions in the U.S.
Exciting panel of speakers
Keynote Speaker: Tim Ravey, Admissions Specialist, UC Berkeley
Speaker: Dave Campos
Hindu Community and Cultural Center – Tiramala Hall, Livermore Temple 1232 Arrowhead Ave, Livermore, CA 94551
When: Sunday July 22nd, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Register Online at www.uceazy.rom/events
ACT, SAT Summer Boot Camp in Dublin – Achieve Perfect Score
BCP offers everything from New SAT and ACT Boot Camps to AP test preparation. Our veteren teachers are more than 15 years teaching experience and former college professors so that best at each subject.
Last 3 years, many students have got perfect ACT 36 score.
We are offering 2018 SAT, ACT 3 weeks Summer Boot Camp in Dublin and below are the details.
Option I: 6/18 – 7/05
Option II: 7/09 – 726
Option III: 7/30 – 8/09
We are conducting diagnostic tests coming Tuesday (6/12) and Thursday (6/14) between the hours 2-7 pm. Please call and set up your appointment.
Regards
BCP Academy
4620 Tassajara Rd, #B
Dublin, CA 94568
http://mybcp1.com/
408.647.2869
510.213.2282
Take a Survey on a Universal Basic Income To Create Change
Hello!
I am a student at Fallon Middle School in Dublin, California, and I am working on a Civic Actions Project (CAP) to try to change policy and instate a Universal Basic Income into California state legislature with a group. We have already contacted several state authorities on this matter, including the Department of Finance. Our goal is to find a tangible solution to Californian issues such as poverty and job loss. A Universal Basic Income is a possible solution to these problems.
If you want to help make a potential change in California, please take our survey: click here.
It will take only seconds of your time — but it could make a gigantic difference in our approach to policy change!
Thank you for your time and consideration. Let’s look, together, towards a future where everyone has an opportunity to do well — and the funds to do it!
— Fallon Middle School CAP Team VHCB
National Math Contest Coaching
Looking for weekend math class with advanced math curriculum that is fun for your child ? Do you want your child to get recognition in national math contests?
Exceptional track record in changing student attitude towards math and of success in national math contests.
Small group classes and private tutoring in Pleasanton. Training for national contests including Noetic Learning,
MOEMS Math Tournaments, Mathcounts, and AMC8.
Teacher with 15 years of experience in coaching for national math contests.
Contact [email protected] for additional information
New Learning Grove Academy After School Program
New Learning Grove Academy~A well-Balanced Summer Camp
School Away From School with Fun & Learning with experienced professionals!
June 4 to August 10, 2018
A great combination of academics (English, Math, CogAT, AP Math) with several extra-curricular activities including STEM, computer programming, Marshall Arts, Yoga, Table Tennis, public speaking, clay art, & many more activities! We also offer a customize education per your request!
After 7 successful years, the New Learning Grove Academy is proudly open for enrollment in our 2018 Summer Camp on our new and highly spacious location. We have a wide range of activities including academics to ensure that your child will be fully prepared for the next grade! If you are looking for a well-rounded program, please contact us.
Rani Mastey is a highly experienced teacher from Challenger, a well-accredited private school in the Bay Area. She provides one-on-one attention to ensure the academic progress of each of her students. For this reason, seats are limited. Please contact us for registration information and exact schedule.
Contact information: 925-596-0471
Regards,
Rani (Akancsha) Mastey
www.newlearninggroveacademy.com
Children’s Literature Symposium
The children’s literature symposium is a way for budding creators, parents and other stakeholders to come together and exchange ideas and find ways to create and promote more representation for south Asian children’s literature and beyond.
Location: New Delhi Restaurant, SFO
FB Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/203456323503805/
Purchase Tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fsacc-18-childrens-literature-symposium-tickets-34167282261
Sessions:
THE ROAD NOT TAKEN: routes and roadblocks on the path to writing and publishing for children by Meera Sriram
A Meandering Journey by Kashmira Sheth
Writing Fact and Fiction by Jyoti Yelagalawadi
Raising a Writer – Tips for Parents by Mitali Perkins and Madhusree Bose
My Path to Now – Wendy Anderson Halperin
More details at – www.tokabox.com/FSACC
Spring Math Olympiad Class
Looking for weekend math class with advanced math curriculum that is fun for your child ? Do you want your child to get recognition in national math contests?
Exceptional track record in changing student attitude towards math and of success in national math contests.
Small group classes in Pleasanton. Training for national contests including Noetic Learning,
MOEMS Math Tournaments, Mathcounts, and AMC8.
Teacher with 15 years of experience in coaching for national math contests.
Spring classes for grades 3 to 7 start in March.
Contact [email protected] for additional information.
Spelling Bee workshop by Nurture Kids – Feb 3
Dear Parents,
5th annual Spelling Bee workshops will be starting Feb 3rd at NurtureKids Pleasanton location. Please see attached poster for more details. Spelling Bee competition will be held on March 11th at NurtureKids Fremont Hub location. Please call (925) 223-6047 to register for workshops before spots get full.
Thanks,
NurtureKids Pleasanton
Spelling Bee Poster
Free college prep event @ NLG on Jan 14
Dear Neighbors, New Learning Grove Academy After School Tutoring Program is proud to announce that it has moved to very spacious location in Dublin with many more extra curricular activities including sports.
•#1 priority is still highly structured academics
• Quality homework completion, School test prep
• CogAt prep, CAASPP prep ( high success rate in the past)
• Daily enrichment packets based on Common Core Curriculum
• Small group tutoring session for English & Math with very experienced teachers – Only few Slot are open…
• College counselling from personally experienced professionals
• One stop all activities: chess, public speaking, yoga, Spanish, & table tennis
• Several recommendations available upon request
Save the date for our much anticipated College Prep Event:
Sunday, January 14 From 11-1pm . Please text Rani Mastey at 925596041 to confirm your spot as we have limited seats.
National Math contest coaching classes start Jan
Looking for weekend math class with advanced math curriculum that is fun for your child ? Do you want your child to get recognition in national math contests?
Exceptional track record in changing student attitude towards math and of success in national math contests.
Small group classes in Pleasanton. Training for national contests including Noetic Learning,
MOEMS Math Tournaments, Mathcounts, and AMC8.
Teacher with 15 years of experience in coaching for national math contests.
New year classes for grades 4 to 8 start in January.
Contact [email protected] for additional information.
Dublin: Middle and High Schools
Neighbors, We are thinking of moving to Dublin but have been scared by reading overflows in middle and high schools. I understand that there is only one high and it is way beyond the capacity. I know they are using portable class rooms by adding more classes but wondering if it is having negative impact on securing AP placements and electives. The property that we are looking has Wells Middle as the home school whose rating seem to have plummeted from 9 to six!
Interested to learn experiences of parents who have middle and high school going kids.
Thanking you all in advance
Elementary Science Olympiad 2017/2018 Info Session
Hello parents, The San Ramon Elementary Science Olympiad (SRESO) will be starting soon.
Elementary Science Olympiad 2017-18: Science Olympiad is an exciting competition for students to explore the world of science and to show off their science skills. The Science Olympiad is a rewarding experience for anyone who participates, as it builds strong life skills like teamwork, thinking on your feet, and organization/management. Science Olympiad prepares students for middle school and high school science competitions and also gives lots of awards!
Who can participate? 4th and 5th Graders in teams of 6(each team must be from the same school)
Informational Meeting:
Wednesday, October 18, 6:30-7:30 P.M.
Bella Vista Elementary Multi-Purpose Room
Please RSVP if possible by sending an e-mail to:
Rithvik Ramesh rr.sres…@g…com
For more info, visit: http://rameshrithvik.wix.com/sreso
Flyer: SRESO Flyer 2017-18 Updated
Regards,
Radhika
Pre-School and After School Care in San Ramon
This is not just a After School Care we provide high quality education with highly qualified teachers with great curriculum in place for your kid to excel in advance level.
- Homework Help
- Math
- BMA Packets
- Cogat preparation
- Gate Testing
- Public Speaking
- Essay Writing
- Robotics
- Spanish
- Dance and much more
please come and visit our open house on Aug 12 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM or call us at 925-330-4287
Ivy Review College Entrance Seminar on 9/9 (Sat)
Ivy Review’s Popular College Entrance Seminar will be conducted on:
9/9 (Saturday) at Residence Inn Pleasanton at 4PM; Register here.
Ivy Review seminars are packed with practical information about what colleges look for and how you can prepare yourself to get into your dream college. This event is suitable for 7-12th grade students and their parents.
Please sign up early to reserve your place. https://www.eventbrite.com/myevent?eid=36800634689
Regards,
Aditi Kapadia
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We are also enrolling students for our College Application Coaching program in our Pleasanton office. If you have a child that is a rising senior and needs help with college applications, make sure to contact us at aditi.kapadi…@i…com.
Moving near Murray elementary school
We are thinking to move near Murray Elementary school, any one please share your opinion about the area & murray school.
New school year National math contest prep class
- Challenging math curriculum to prepare your child for national and international contests
- Engaging math students love to do
- Very limited spots available in small group classes in Pleasanton
- Teacher with a Ph. D. and author of two books.
Contact teache…@m…com
Nurture Kids 5th Annual Debate Competition
Debate Workshop Details:-
Commencing April 1st 2017
Saturdays 11am – 12.30pm Thursdays 6pm – 7.30pm at Fremont Hub
Saturdays 9am – 10.30am Newark
6 Workshops comprising 9 hours total
More Details
Need feedback on Walt Disney Elem and Lydiksen Elem
Hi All, We are looking for home in Tri-valley area of Pleasanton, Dublin and San Ramon. Could someone provide some feedback on Lydiksen Elementary school in pleasanton and Walt Disney elementary school in San Ramon. Both the schools have rating 9 out of 10, however their test scores are way less than schools like Donlon Elementary and Walnut Grove Elementary. How do parents feel about these schools in terms of quality of education such as teacher’s quality, amount of effort teachers put to motivate kids etc. as compared to school with ratings 10/10.
Thanks,
Richa
MathCounts Sum Fun Tournament and other math fun
Koolmath Academy is pleased to offer MATHCOUNTS Sum Fun Tournament on February 26th morning in San Ramon. We also offer fun math olympiad classes as well as AP statistics courses. Spring sessions start in March. These are popular, fun classes with excellent record of success in national math competitions. For further information, please email to enjoyingmat…@g…com
Tutor available for Mathematics and science
Hi, I am master’s student and available for home tuition. I love teaching and enjoy interacting with children. I have good knowledge in Maths and Science subjects so providing Tuition in Maths and Science Subjects from Elementary , Middle to High School Students around Dublin/Pleasanton area.
Available from Dec 20 to Jan 26. If interested please contact.
Rishi mobile : 925 – 361 – 2863