Untraditional tutoring

You may have noticed we changed our name recently, from Absolute Value Tutoring, to Absolute Value Academy. We felt our name should accurately reflect what we do, which is much more than traditional tutoring. Of course, we teach subjects such as mathematics, science, writing and SAT preparation, but we also have a variety of other classes to help students of all ages and interests. We have classes you likely won’t find at other educational centers–from chess mastery to video game programming. So much more is out there to learn, beyond the staple courses you take in school. 

Here are some of the unique courses we offer and the interesting ways they can benefit students. 

Fortnite (Gaming and Programming)

The gaming industry continues to experience massive growth and is projected to be worth $312 billion by 2027. Gaming isn’t just a fun pastime–it can be a lucrative career with a lot of opportunities to learn. Fortnite is one of the most popular online multiplayer games because it constantly evolves and adapts to player’s needs, traits that game programmers and developers need to succeed. Turn your passion for gaming into something more by learning the behind-the-scenes programming that makes these games possible. 

Master the skills behind your favorite game here.

Chess

The benefits of playing chess are plenty. The strategy-based game challenges players to plan ahead, strengthen their concentration and focus, and think creatively. Research shows chess players have strong memory skills, particularly auditory memory, which is the ability to remember things you learned through hearing. It can even help ward off dementia, since the game requires you to challenge your memory and continually test your critical thinking skills. 

We’re running several chess classes this summer. Check out this page to learn more. 

Dungeons and Dragons

Referred to as “the world’s greatest roleplaying game,” Dungeons and Dragons is a storytelling, decision-making game where players explore fantasy worlds and compete to win quests. It’s also a fantastic way to develop your creative, teamwork and problem-solving skills. Another interesting benefit–it’s been shown to boost social-emotional learning skills and build self-confidence. 

Join us for an upcoming D&D course: learn more. 

Outside the box courses like these are what makes Absolute Value Academy different. We want all of our students to develop a love of learning in many different subjects and topics. If any of these courses sparked an interest in you, please reach out! We’re here to help. Or if you’d like to explore our other unique offerings, visit our website.