Author: Hannah Verdon

Hannah has been tutoring with Academic Approach since 2016. She graduated summa cum laude and with Departmental Honors from Northwestern University, where she majored in Theatre and minored in Legal Studies. At Northwestern, Hannah held multiple mentoring positions within the Theatre Department’s playwriting program. Hannah is also a graduate of Hinsdale Central High School, where she was Co-President of the Drama Group, Secretary of the National Honor Society, and a Peer Leader. Hannah teaches all sections of the ACT and SAT in addition to her work with students on a variety of academic subjects and preparation for High School Entrance Exams.

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