Our Team

At Academic Approach since 2018

TJ Sassorossi

Director of Curriculum

TJ Sassorossi currently serves as the Director of Curriculum and Assessment. In this role, TJ leads the development of math and science curriculum, assessments, and instructional support materials for high school and college entrance exams. TJ joined Academic Approach in 2018. TJ earned a Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics and a minor in Mathematics from Michigan State University.

Before joining the Academic Approach team, TJ was responsible for managing and delivering science learning experiences through community outreach and special event days as the Programs Coordinator at Impression 5 Science Center. In his free time, TJ is passionate towards traveling, spending time with his two cats, hiking, and camping. TJ hopes to one day visit every national park.

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Major Changes to Chicago Public School Testing

CPS Moves to PreACT 9 Secure for Selective Enrollment Testing THIS FALL. 

If you want to learn more about these changes and how Academic Approach can help, CLICK HERE

ACT Scoring Error:
School Day Testers Impacted

2026–27 ACT Registration Is Open

Popular ACT testing sites fill quickly.

Start with a free ACT diagnostic and personalized consultation from Academic Approach to build the right testing timeline and prep plan for your student.

FREE WEBINAR

Enhanced ACT:
What Families Need to Know

With Matthew Pietrafetta, CEO & Founder
DATE
June 10
TIME
7PM CST
FORMAT
Live on Zoom
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Hours
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Whether your student took the PreACT as a sophomore, the ACT as a junior, or is preparing to test soon, this session will help you navigate the new test with confidence.

Can't make it live? Register anyway and we'll send the recording.

Hey — we've seen you around.

That tells us you’re serious about your student’s future.

So are we. Let’s stop circling and start a real conversation.

Chicago Public High School Applications open now!