2026 Student/Parent Testimonials

Sarah, Parent of ACT Student

“Betsy not only helped my child learn ACT concepts but also study and test skills. My 11th grader has always struggled with test taking and one-on-one help but this is the first time I heard my daughter engage with someone who was trying to help her. Betsy was easy to schedule with and helped support my daughter when she was having a frustrating week. She met my daughter where she was and built on her skills from there. I appreciated how easy she was to work with, and how she related to my daughter, and how she built up my child’s confidence. I would recommend her to anyone.”

Elle, ACT Student (top 1% score!)

“Betsy was my tutor for taking the ACT the 2nd time my Junior year. Right away I could tell it was a good fit as Betsy was so enthusiastic and genuinely excited to help me improve my score, specifically with Math. She helped me feel much more confident, and prepared me mentally as well in case I didn’t receive the score I was working towards. I was happy she really listened to me and focused on the areas I was looking to do better. She had great test examples for me to really lock in on where I needed to improve.

It was also really easy scheduling and meeting with Betsy virtually, which was so helpful to me as I was under a deadline. Highly recommend Betsy for ACT tutor prep, whether it’s your first or third time taking the ACT.”

Owen, ACT Student

“Betsy Surver is an amazing tutor! Not only does she help students find their blind spots, but she is also great at addressing those gaps. Even after just a few lessons, I saw her personalized lessons paying major dividends in my math and science skills! I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking to ace their ACT, or simply seeking to learn more than they already know.”

Siena, ACT Student

“Working with Betsy on my ACT prep was so amazing. I learned so much from her and never felt embarrassed for not knowing how to do something. She is so kind and also was so understanding about helping me around my busy schedule. Honestly I’m so grateful for her and feel so much more prepared to take my test.”

2025 Student/Parent Testimonials

Manuel, ACT Student (Score: 36)

“Betsy was very helpful for letting me get the 36 I wanted on the ACT! She not only helped me with getting my math to be more consistent, but she gave me great test taking strategies to make the most of my knowledge.”

Kayleigh, ACT and PreCalc Student

“Betsy has continued to help me so much over our time working together. From day one, she made a huge difference in how I approached the test, especially in the way I viewed “day before” test prep.

Before working with Betsy, I often felt stuck or overwhelmed, especially with math and test prep or when doing the math section on the actual test. But she explained things in a way that actually made sense to me. Not only did my scores go up in math, but so did my confidence. I started believing I could actually do well with the right teacher, and that mindset shift has made a big difference in my scores.

Betsy has always been patient, supportive, and easy to talk to. She knows when to push me and when to slow things down, and always made sure I really understood the material. It never felt like just another tutoring session, it felt like talking to a friend. She is someone who genuinely cares about helping me succeed.

If you're looking for someone who’s knowledgeable, encouraging, and truly committed to helping students grow, I can’t recommend Betsy enough to you.”

Kathleen, Parent of ACT Student

“I would highly recommend Betsy Surver for ACT tutoring. Betsy has helped my daughter with math, science and english for the ACT. She is able to break down concepts in a clear and concise way that was easy for my daughter to understand. She was able to create an environment that was encouraging and positive. My daughter’s confidence has definitely improved. On her last ACT her math score improved. Betsy is also flexible with scheduling and was always on time for sessions. She is always professional and great to work with for tutoring.”

Anders, ACT Student

“I had the pleasure of working with Betsy for my ACT tutoring. I can confidently say she helped me improve my score. Betsy was flexible, patient, and shaped her teaching in way that was easy for me to understand. She constantly encouraged me to do my best and to ask questions. Betsy went above and beyond to make the learning fun and engaging. I would highly recommend Betsy for anyone who is looking for a dedicated, hard-working tutor.”

Mom of math/ACT Student

“Betsy has been a life saver for my daughter and math. When my daughter was a junior in high school Betsy helped her feel more confident in completing assignments and taking tests for her college level math class. She then guided her through studying for the math portion of the ACT. The first time she took it she didn’t have Betsy. With Betsy’s help she went into her second time taking the ACT with less anxiety and more confidence. She improved her math score by 8 points! I cannot recommend Betsy highly enough!”

Oskar, ACT Student

“My only regret when taking the ACT was that I didn’t schedule more sessions with Betsy. Even though I learned something new every minute, I still thought my lessons were well paced and well balanced between review of homework and the learning of new ACT material. She was very flexible when it came to scheduling, homework, and areas of study. Despite her specializing in math, she managed to help bring up my science, reading, and English by 2 points or more!

10/10 tutor right here!”

Melanie, Parent of ACT Student

"Betsy is very flexible and easy to work with. Great connection with students. Able to get lessons in at convenient times for us.
Score went up three points in a matter of a very short time.
She focused on a lot of areas that were helpful… Math skills, test prep, how to work through problems, etc..

Overall, great experience. Highly recommend!"

Alex, ACT Student (top 1% score!)

“I enjoyed tutoring with Betsy much more than I expected to; I know that sounds bad, but nobody really expects tutoring to be enjoyable. The sessions were actually pretty fun. I was able to raise my ACT score by three points (30-33). I am thankful that I had the opportunity.”

About Betsy

My passion for tutoring began long before I ever became a teacher. As a ninth grader, I struggled in Chinese and found myself in desperate need of help. The tutor who worked with me didn't just improve my grades—they gave me the confidence and solid footing I needed to succeed on my own. That experience showed me how powerful the right tutor can be, and it's the reason I've been helping students build confidence in themselves since 2014.

I started tutoring in high school, volunteering with elementary and middle school students for math test preparation and homework help. I also began working one-on-one with students in subjects ranging from middle school math and Algebra II to Chemistry and GRE math. Every student learns differently, and I quickly discovered that the most effective tutoring isn't about following a script—it's about adapting to each student's unique strengths, challenges, and goals.

While earning my engineering degree at North Dakota State University, I tutored through the NDSU Disability Services Center, where I developed a deeper appreciation for making learning accessible for students with different learning styles and needs. After some time as a college tutor, I worked as an intern in Manufacturing Engineering and Logistics at Marvin and Polaris. I graduated with honors in 2021 before beginning a career in engineering, working in Product Management and Sales Engineering for Emerson and iSolar.

Even while working full-time as an engineer, I continued tutoring students virtually in ACT, SAT, and PSAT preparation, as well as high school mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics. My engineering background shaped the way I teach: I love breaking complex problems into manageable steps, identifying patterns, and building personalized systems that help students learn more efficiently and with greater confidence.

In 2025, I made the decision to leave corporate engineering and become a full-time high school math teacher. I found far more joy in helping students build confidence and skills than I ever did reviewing technical documentation or engineering reports. Once I realized teaching was the thing I looked forward to most each day/week, I knew it was time to make it my career.

Today, I bring together more than a decade of tutoring experience, a strong STEM background, classroom teaching experience, and a genuine love of helping students grow. Whether we're preparing for the ACT or SAT, strengthening math fundamentals, or tackling challenging coursework, my goal is always the same: to help students build lasting confidence, become more independent learners, and discover that success is achievable with the right support, strategy, and dedicated practice.

One of my favorite parts of standardized test tutoring is uncovering the small gaps in understanding that have quietly held students back for years. Filling those gaps often leads to rapid improvement—not just on test scores, but in confidence on tests and in class for years to come. It's incredibly rewarding to watch students realize they're capable of far more than they initially believed.

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