The 7th Grade Advantage

Build the math skills and grades required for top Chicago high school admissions

Chicago middle school math teacher with 20 years of classroom experience

Helping families navigate the critical 7th grade year

Spring Math Cohort for Current 7th Grade Students

Each cohort is limited to four students

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Why 7th Grade Matters

In Chicago, 7th grade is not just another year.

Your child's 7th grade grades play an important role in high school admissions.

For many families, this is the year grades begin shaping future high school options.

Seventh grade does not define your child.

But it does influence opportunity.

The good news?

You do not have to leave this to chance.

If your child is capable of earning an A or keeping one, this is the year to ensure it happens.

Who This Serves

Students working to earn or maintain an A in math.Students motivated to strengthen their understanding and build confidence during 7th grade.

The Math Advantage Cohort

  • Four students

  • Two sessions per week

  • Eight weeks

  • Live online instruction

  • Fixed start date

Students are grouped by school whenever possible so pacing stays aligned.

What Happens
Each Week

Two focused sessions aligned to current class contentAssignment and assessment trackingTargeted review before assessmentsClear weekly action stepsSmall cohort accountability

Credibility

20 years teaching middle school math in ChicagoInstructional leader and math coachExtensive experience with 7th grade grading and selective enrollment standardsExperience supporting students navigating Chicago’s high school admissions process

What Parents Are Saying

"Mr. Oberts worked with our son online for an hour each week over several months. The support helped him stay on track, avoid frustration, and successfully work through a demanding selective enrollment test."

Dan W.
Whitney Young Parent

"Our son had a great experience working with Mr. Oberts and did very well on his high school entrance exam. Mr. Oberts is very patient and meets students where they are."

Dave S.
Lane Tech Parent

Mr. Oberts worked with our daughter through an eight week online math program focused on problem-solving and building confidence. She grew significantly in both skill and confidence and was later admitted to Walter Payton College Prep. We are very grateful for the support Mr. Oberts provided."

Ana C.
Walter Payton Parent

Investment

$600 per student for the 8-week cohort

Two payments of $300

Secure Your Spot in the Next Cohort

Next cohort begins March 30th
Live online instruction
Four students only

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