Private Math Lessons for
Gifted and Conceptual Learners
Ages 7 and up
Covering 3rd grade to HS Curriculum
Here's What People are Saying about Mr. Gelston
The Coleman Family
"The squeals of joy coming from my 8YO as she works with Mr Gelston online might be sufficient testimony. But there is much, much more. He is an engaged and respectful teacher. He listens to my daughter's ideas and clearly experiences the same joy she does while ensuring that she has a thorough grasp of the concepts at a deep level.
Teaching elementary math is a biggie for lots of homeschool families, especially if the parent-in-charge is not confident in math. Imagine my sadness when two years ago my daughter utterred the dreaded phrase "I hate math" - my husband and I couldn't believe it since math had never given her any trouble and we had hardly spent any time on it. How lovely it is to have her waking herself up early to log on to her 8AM class with Mr. Gelston - she even asked to be sure she could have class on her birthday. Huzzah." |
The Andreassen Family
"Math was a daily struggle for our 2E (PG/stealth dyslexic) daughter until we found Mr. Gelston. Despite working several years ahead of her age in other subjects, math understanding eluded her and the daily tears and frustration were beginning to translate into despair and self-doubt. “I hate math and I can’t do math” were becoming her mantras.
Chance led us to Mr. Gelston, and he has changed our lives immeasurably for the better. Our daughter comes out of her math sessions full of excitement and enthusiasm, declaring - of all things - her love for math and the topic that they have just studied. For our sensitive, perfectionist, asynchronous daughter, he has been the perfect teacher: kind, responsive, calm and patient. He has a wonderful ability to help her navigate the bumps that, in the past, often turned into major roadblocks in her mind. In my daughter’s words, “He helps you when you don’t understand something, and he goes at the speed that you learn at. And he’s very organized.” Regarding the latter, for a top-down learner, having a road map that makes sense is critically important to learning. On a practical note, as homeschoolers, we greatly appreciate his detailed record-keeping, correlated to core standards. We are so grateful that Mr. Gelston is part of our daughter’s life." |
What is Conceptual Learning?
Conceptual Learners are students who excel when learning from the concept first. These learners either prefer not to or struggle to learn from rote memorization.
- Have you ever noticed that your child has issues remembering facts from memorization but can draw large chunks of information from a story or within a favorite topic?
- If so, your child may do better learning through discovery, examples, understanding the actual meaning and root of words, and invention.
- Conceptual learners do better making their own rules through discovery from which they can recall information and apply knowledge for creative problem solving much more easily.
Private Classes
There are many reasons why families choose to provide their child with private lessons: but the bottom line is that they want their child to learn at their own pace with one-on-one attention from a caring educational professional.
- Lessons follow the Common Core Standards being used in most states across the country. The standards are tracked at the student's own pace from the 3rd grade to 8th grade standards and beyond.
- Lessons are presented within a conceptual top-down context using virtual manipulatives, discussions, written work, rule development, and exploration, with procedural practice and assessment utilizing Study Island.
Promotion for Gifted Homeschool Forum Members
Mr. Gelston is proud to announce that we are partnering with the Gifted Homeschoolers Forum as a membership benefit. The Gifted Homeschoolers Forum (GHF) supports gifted homeschoolers in the United States and around the world through education, advocacy, community and support.
With your $24, 1-year, GHF membership, Mr. Gelston's One Room Schoolhouse is offering new students two free, one-hour private online math lessons in addition to the initial assessment with proof of your GHF membership.
With your $24, 1-year, GHF membership, Mr. Gelston's One Room Schoolhouse is offering new students two free, one-hour private online math lessons in addition to the initial assessment with proof of your GHF membership.
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Enrollment and Pricing
Private lessons are admitted throughout the year. Classes are scheduled on a mutual basis. Once you and Mr. Gelston agree on starting a program after the Initial Assessment, decide on your discount level to begin.
Discount Levels
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