Juliae 

12th Grade 

Favorite Class: Chemistry 

Has tutored in math, reading, and writing. Is co-captain of the Varsity Golf Team and has many years of experience playing the violin. Enjoys dancing and drawing in her free time.

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Has taken AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Calculus BC, AP US History, and is a part of her school's multi-year Biotechnology Program. 

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Isamar

11th Grade 

Favorite Subject: Science

Has experience teaching computer science and math to elementary and middle schoolers. Participates in Science Olympiad and CyberPatriot. Loves to learn about coding and the environment.

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Has taken AP Calculus BC, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Computer Science A, and AP Computer Science Principles. Is currently taking AP Statistics and AP Biology.

Courtney 

11th Grade 

Favorite Subject: Science

Cellist for over seven years and has participated in orchestra, chamber groups, and solo competitions. Frequently teaches high school level math to friends. Loves science and history and enjoys street photography in her free time. 

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Has taken AP Human Geography and AP European History. Is currently taking AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AB, and AP US History. 

Sophie

11th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: History & Art

Has studied Russian, Spanish, Latin, and Chinese. Has experience tutoring her younger sister in science and social studies. Is passionate about philosophy and culture, especially throughout ancient civilizations, and does art and photography in her free time. 

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Has taken Honors English and is currently taking AP US History, AP Environmental Science, AP Studio Art, and Honors 11 English. 

Drew 

12th Grade 

Favorite Class: Chemistry 

Is a three year member of the Costa Basketball team. Has experience tutoring Latin and is a member of Heart Club. Enjoys baking and hiking with friends in her free time. 

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Has taken AP Psychology, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP US History. Is currently taking AP Physics, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science Principles, and AP Spanish.

Kaila

12th Grade 

Favorite Class: Chemistry 

Has over 4 years of experience tutoring in math, English, and the sciences. Is involved in community service activities, such as NCL and is a member of clubs such as Support Our Students Club. Plays club and Varsity Ice Hockey as well. 

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Has taken AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Calculus BC, and is a member of her school's multi-year Biotechnology Program. 

Alexandra

12th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Music & Foreign Languages 

Has been a french horn player for 7 years and plays in the Costa Bands and Orchestras. Is Co-President of Sandpiper Juniors and is a National Merit Semifinalist. Likes to read and study Ukrainian in her free time.

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Has taken AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, and AP Music Theory. Is currently taking AP Microeconomics/AP Government, AP Spanish, AP Physics C: Mechanics, and Multivariable Calculus.

Ava B.

11th Grade 

Favorite Classes: Algebra & Music

Has been playing tenor saxophone for 5 years and has been in marching band for 3 years. Loves to teach Polynesian dance. Has been teaching and babysitting kids for 7 years. Enjoys to read/watch Harry Potter and teach herself new instruments.

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Is currently taking AP Psychology.

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Anthony

11th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Science & History

Has experience informally tutoring friends in history, math, and science classes. Is in the Redondo Union Mock Trial and Model UN team. Enjoys politics, debate, and mathematics.

Has taken Honors English 9/10, Honors Biology, Honors Chemistry, and AP European History. Is currently taking AP Physics 1, AP Calculus AB, AP US History, and AP Language and Composition.

Kyle

10th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Math & History

Runs cross country and track, participates in Mock Trial and CyberPatriot, and is active in the Mira Costa Red Cross Club. Is a Boy Scout den chief and patrol leader, and has experience mentoring with the Friendship Foundation. Enjoys reading and learning about history. 

Has taken AP Human Geography. Is currently taking AP Chemistry, AP European History, and AP Computer Science Principles.

Anna

10th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Science, English & History

Has experience in mentoring K-8 band students. Is part of the Girls Advancing Leadership in STEM club, Sandpiper Juniors organization, and the varsity cross country team. Enjoys teaching herself new instruments and being outside.

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Has taken AP Human Geography, Geometry, Chemistry, and Spanish. Is currently taking AP European History, Biotechnology, and Advanced English.

Amanda

11th Grade

Favorite Subjects: Science & Math

Has prior experience tutoring children through Richstone Family Center. Has been a part of SPJs volunteer group since freshman year and is currently in the Key Club.

Has taken Honors Chemistry and Biomedical Sciences. Is currently enrolled in AP Chemistry, Body Systems, AP Biology, and Physiology. Has knowledge up to basic pre-calculus.

Stephanie

9th Grade

Favorite Subject: English

Loves to work with kids and is very sociable and friendly, while still able to get work done efficiently. Has experience teaching younger family members math. Was in a Peer Mediation Club in middle school that taught leadership and conflict resolution. Is part of Key Club and Mock Trial at West High School.

Currently taking English Honors and Geometry. Has previously taken Algebra 1.

Riya

10th Grade

Favorite Subjects: History & Math

Is a member of Model UN, Samburu Tribe club, and the “Diversity Our Narrative” initiative. Has experience volunteering for preschools and with the Friendship Foundation. Enjoys making studio art and jewelry.

Is currently taking AP European History, French 3, Advanced English 10, and Honors Pre-Calculus. Has completed writing courses with Johns Hopkin’s Center for Talented Youth.

Ava M.

10th Grade

Favorite Classes: Theater & Algebra 2

Has worked with kids from serving at children's ministry at her church. Has played clarinet for over 4 years; is a member of West High's entertainment unit. Participates in Unicef, CSF, Key Club, and Sending Love Club and FCA. Enjoys spending time with friends and baking.

Has taken English I Honors, Geometry, and Theater Arts 1. Is currently taking English II Honors, Algebra 2, and Chemistry.

Emily A.

10th Grade

Favorite Subjects: Math & Science

Has experience working with kids throughout middle school up until now. Has worked with ages from 2 to 5th grade at her church’s children’s ministry. Is active in FCA and Sending Love Club. Excels in math and received a 4.0 last year.

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Has taken Geometry and theater. Is currently taking English 2 Honors, Chemistry, and Algebra 2.

Erika

9th Grade

Favorite Subject: Math

Has tutored middle schoolers and art students in the past. Is in Key Club, Speech and Debate, and likes to play the piano in her free time. Wants to be a teacher when they are older. Likes cartoons, art, and music.

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Has taken Biology Honors and Algebra 1. Is currently in English Honors, Geometry Honors, and Chemistry.

Emily D.

11th Grade

Favorite Subjects: Math & Science

Has over 8 years playing piano, violin, and soccer. Is Co-President of the Girls Advancing Leadership in STEM (GALS) club. Participates in the Cybersecurity club and Beach City Robotics. Likes to read or listen to music in her free time. 

Has taken AP Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science A, and AP Chemistry. Is currently taking AP Calculus BC and AP Physics C: Mechanics.

Hailey

11th Grade

Favorite Subjects: English, History & Science

Has experience tutoring children, especially elementary schoolers. Has danced for around 9-10 years in classical Indian dance. Has been in choir since middle school and is now a soprano section leader in an all-girls choir on school campus. Is part of Science Olympiad and was part of the state team to compete statewide last year. 

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Is currently taking AP Biology, AP Language, AP Spanish, AP US History, and Precalculus Honors. 

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Kaela

10th Grade

Favorite Subjects: Math & Science

Has experience working with kids her whole life. Has worked with ages from 3 months to 13 years. Is an active member in the Sending Love Club and CSF. Enjoys dancing and pottery making in her free time. 

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Has taken Biology Honors, Geometry, and Algebra 1. Is currently taking: Chemistry Honors, Algebra 2 Honors, and English 2 Honors. 

Gwen

10th Grade

Favorite Subjects: Math & Spanish

Is a member of Mira costa orchestras and has played the viola for seven years.  Enjoys traveling, cooking, and playing with dogs.  Is very patient and loves working with kids. 

Is currently taking Spanish 3, Algebra 2 Honors, and Chemistry Honors.

Atra

12th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Math & Science (especially Biology)

Has experience in tutoring for 5 years. Has tutored middle, elementary, and high schoolers in math. Taught biology to high schoolers. Loves science and likes to paint in her free time. 

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Has taken AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Calculus BC, AP Psychology, AP European History, and is a part of her school's multi-year Biotechnology Program. 

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Lauren C.

12th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Science & English

Has over 6 years of experience in orchestra as a violinist and plays multiple Varsity and JV-level sports. Has experience tutoring friends in math, science, and language arts. Is involved in multiple community service clubs, including Support Our Students Club and Philanthropic Runner's Club. 

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Has taken AP Statistics, AP Psychology, AP Chemistry, AP Biology, and AP Calculus BC. 

Fiona

12th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Science & Drama 

Is a proud member of the theatre department while juggling seven cubs including Youth Activism Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance, and ASL Club. Loves math and science. In her spare time, you can find her playing piano or reading. 

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Has taken AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, and AP Computer Science A. Is currently taking AP Physics and AP Statistics. 

Vikram

12th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Math & Science 

Has experience tutoring high schoolers and middle schoolers in math. Is Co-President of Chemistry Club and a four year member of Math Club. Has been playing piano for 11 years and has been part a part of the MBUSD strings program for 9 years. 

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Has taken AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Calculus BC, and AP Spanish. Is currently taking AP Computer Science A and AP Physics C. 

Eric 

12th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Math & Science

Has years of experience mentoring elementary school string players and volunteering at AdventurePlex. Is the principal double bassist of the MCHS orchestras and is also a high-level competitive alpine skier.

Has taken AP Chemistry and is currently taking AP Physics, AP Calculus AB, and AP Spanish. Is also a member of his school's multi-year Biotechnology Program.

Andrew

11th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Math & History

Has frequently tutored middle schoolers in US History. Is Co-President of Service Outside Costa Club and is a member of Math Club and Varsity Badminton. Has been playing GuZheng for 9 years and has been a part of the MBUSD orchestras for 7 years. Enjoys traveling, photograhy, and speedcubing. 

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Has taken AP Calculus BC and is taking AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP US History, and Multivariable Calculus. 

Samantha

12th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Math & Science

Has experience tutoring middle schoolers and freshmen in math. Is a proud member of the Mira Costa Choirs and Marching Band programs and is an equestrian. 

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Has taken AP Biology and is a part of her school's multi-year Biotechnology Program. Has also taken a Small Animal Veterinary course at Cornell University. Is currently taking AP Chemistry, AP Calclulus AB, and AP Environmental Science. 

Crystal

9th Grade 

Favorite Subject: Art

Is good with children and loves helping others. Has leadership and volunteering experience from middle school. Is fluent in Korean and English and has been in an art academy for 4 years, drawing in her free time. 

Has taken Algebra 1, PLTW and Robotics. Is taking Geometry Honors and Biology Honors.

Simran

10th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Science & English

Is on the board of S-club, did a summer internship for Cal State Bakersfield’s international student program, was on the lacrosse team, and won a public speech competition. Enjoys swimming and baking. 

Is currently taking AP European History, Spanish 3, Advanced English 10, and is a part of her school's multi-year Biotechnology Program. Completed a creative writing and speed reading course at El Camino.

Sammy

12th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Science & Foreign Languages

Has experience tutoring K-8 students in reading and math. Is Co-President of Sandpiper Juniors and a member of Mira Costa’s chapter of the National Honor Society. Likes to hike and watch nature documentaries in her free time.

Has taken AP Chemistry, AP Biology, and AP Psychology. Is currently taking AP Calculus AB, AP Spanish, AP Environmental Science, and Physiology.

Brandon 

12th Grade 

Favorite Subject: Science

Plays Varsity Soccer. Is the principal bassoonist in Costa Band and Orchestra. Is involved in community service, including Amigos Unidos. Is also a crisis hotline listener. Likes to go to Big Wok and eat in free time. 

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Has taken AP Calculus AB & BC, AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP US History. Is currently taking AP Physics, AP English, AP Government, AP Spanish, and Multivariable Calculus. 

Marina

10th Grade 

Favorite Subject: History

Has experience in tutoring elementary age kids in numerous subjects through the Richstone Foundation. Volunteers with a variety of organizations through Sandpiper Juniors. Participates in Tribe Club, Los Angeles Team Mentoring, as well as Model UN at Mira Costa. Loves to bake, make friendship bracelets, and embroider in her free time.

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Is currently taking AP European History.

Vivian

11th Grade 

Favorite Subject: Science

Is the co-captain of the Varsity Badminton Team and a member of the Cybersecurity Club. Is fluent in Chinese, proficient in Spanish, and learning Esperanto. Loves to read, play the piano, and go outside during her free time.

Has taken AP Chemistry and AP Computer Science Principles. Is currently taking AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A, and AP Physics C: Mechanics.

Daniel

11th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Science, History & Foreign Languages

Has been a part of orchestra for many years. Is in the Eastern Medicine Club, Science Olympiad, and Biotechnology program. Loves learning foreign languages and has a passion for learning about other cultures.  

Has taken AP European History and AP Chinese. Is currently taking AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP US History, AP Calculus BC, and AP Psychology (online).

Deanna

11th Grade 

Favorite Class: Algebra

Has experience tutoring elementary school students in the Reading Partners program. Runs cross country & track and played basketball for 8 years. Young entrepreneur for business “Lash’dByDeanna.” Grew up in a Chinese/Korean-speaking household. 

Has taken English 9/10 honors, AP European History. Is currently taking AP Psychology, AP US History, and Chinese 3.

Lauren S. 

9th Grade 

Favorite Class: Intro to Engineering Design

Was in GATE and CJSF in middle school which gave her experience in leadership and volunteering. Is now in Key Club. Likes to have fun and be creative. Enjoys drawing, reading Garfield comic books, and watching anime.

Has taken Computer Science, Robotics, Algebra 1, and Biology Honors. Is currently taking Chemistry Honors, Geometry Honors, and Intro to Engineering Design.

Elizabeth

11th Grade 

Favorite Subject: Math

Has tutored middle/grade schoolers in math, spelling, writing, and reading comprehension. Is the oldest of 5 children. Enjoys playing the piano and 3D modeling.

Has taken Pre-Calculus, Algebra, Geometry Honors, Chemistry Honors, Biology Honors, English I and II Honors, and Spanish 2 Honors. Is currently taking AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, AP Language and Composition, and Spanish 3 Honors.

Cyrilla

9th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Science & English 

Loves helping others. Has been nominated and accepted into Tech Trek. Was in CJSF and GATE, and helped tutor throughout middle school. Is in Key Club and WHEU. Has done Taekwondo for 7 years. Enjoys skiing, camping and playing video games with friends.

Has taken Algebra 1, Biology Honors and PLTW. Is currently taking Geometry Honors, Chemistry, and English 1 Honors.

Cara

11th Grade 

Favorite Class: Biology

Is a violinist in the Costa Symphony Orchestra. Is a third time starting point guard for the Costa Varsity Girls Basketball Team. Is involved in Science Olympiad, GALS Club, and Diversify Our Narrative. Has been on the Teen Advisory Board for the Skechers Pier to Pier Walk. Enjoys playing board games and cooking. 

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Is currently taking AP CSP, AP Calculus, and AP Biology. Has taken AP Chemistry.

Duncan

12th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Math & Science

Has been a member of the MBUSD orchestras for 9 years. Is captain of the varsity swim. Is a member of Bay Medical Club and the National Honor Society. Also is a member of the National Society of High School Scholars. 

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Has taken AP Chemistry, AP US History, AP Biology, and AP Environmental Science.

Sophia

11th Grade 

Favorite Subjects: Math & Science

Has teaching experience in computer science and violin. Has played in several orchestras, as well as participated in many music-related competitions over the years. Is currently in Cyberpatriot. Is always in the mood to be outdoors and see the world.

Has taken AP Computer Science Principles, AP Chinese, and AP Computer Science A. Is currently taking AP Calculus BC and AP Physics C.