Absolute Value Academy

06/17/2026

Hey Parents! Summer should be a time for fun, relaxation, and making memories—but it's also important to keep young minds engaged.

A little intellectual stimulation over the summer—whether through reading, camps, creative projects, or other enrichment activities—can help prevent learning loss and keep students confident and ready for the school year ahead. Fortunately, AVA has a variety of programs to stimulate academic growth and intellectual curiosity! We'll be highlighting a different program each day, but you can find a comprehensive list of all programs at absval.net/summer-camps/

MONDY-THURSDAY 2-2:45PM A huge number of middle school math struggles actually begin in grades 3–5 when students never fully master: multiplication/division fluency number sense mental math fraction basics This highly interactive, skill-building class gives students confidence in their math abilit...

06/11/2026

Courtesy of Facebook Memories … I posted the screenshot on the left 5 years ago today, so excited about reaching 29, 5-star reviews. Just filled with gratitude to post today’s result from Google (on the right) to compare 😊

06/09/2026

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06/05/2026

The college admissions process can seem overwhelming. But it doesn't have to be!

At Absolute Value Academy, we provide personalized, strategic, college admissions support with a proven track record of helping students reach their goals. At AVA, you'll find:

🧑‍💻Experienced, empathetic coaches who understand the admissions landscape
✍️ Expert essay development
📋 Step-by-step application support
🎯 Overarching guidance with integrated SAT/ACT preparation
📆 Flexible scheduling to meet your family's needs

And because every student is different, we offer tiered support to meet families exactly where they are. Spots are limited each cycle to ensure personalized attention.

📩 Message us here or through our website absval.net to schedule a consultation and determine the right fit for your student!

05/30/2026

Summer break may be upon us, but that doesn’t mean your kids’ brains have to turn to mush! Activities like weekly chess clubs are a great way to keep kids’ minds engaged while having fun, spending time with friends, and developing their skills as a player! AVA’s first chess club kicks off on June 8th. Snag a spot for your kid here:

⏰ 12-1:30PM
📅 June 8-12
📍 AVA, 180 Fort Couch Road

AVA's favorite chess guru is back for the summer! Kick off summer break with Jack Vuillemot for this week-long program that blends instruction with guided play, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced players. Students will learn key strategies, tactics, and game fundamentals, then apply....

05/13/2026

What is "stealth learning?" Read the article to find out!

Last summer, KDKA's Kidsburgh interviewed AVA owner Heather Earley for this article on keeping kids' minds active and engaged throughout the long summer months. It's a great read with lots of ideas for parents to consider -- from structured summer camps to informal, creative things parents can do with their kids at home. Hopefully it will inspire you to create fun educational opportunities -- and if you do it right, kids don't even realize they're learning! More info on summer programs at AVA on our website absval.net

'Stealth learning' is a perfect antidote to 'summer melt'! Details here.

05/12/2026

College Applications Don’t Have to Be Overwhelming!

At Absolute Value Academy, we provide structured, strategic college admissions support designed to reduce stress and elevate results.

Whether your student needs:

✍️ Expert essay coaching
📋 A clear admissions roadmap
🎯 Or overarching guidance with integrated SAT preparation

We offer tiered support to meet families exactly where they are. Our "Tier II Comprehensive" Admissions Package is our most popular option: Start-to-finish planning, including essay development for up to eight schools; application oversight with deadline tracking; and scholarship support.
Spots are limited each cycle to ensure personalized attention.

📩 Message us at absval.net to schedule a consultation and determine the right fit for your student.

05/07/2026

Chess is more than a game — it helps kids build focus, patience, problem-solving skills, and confidence. Summer is the perfect time to sharpen strategic thinking while staying socially engaged and having fun with peers. Whether your child is brand new to chess or already loves to play, our summer chess clubs keep minds active in a fun, encouraging environment♟️

Visit absval.net/summer-camps/ to see all of our programs!

05/03/2026

Is your child heading into 7th grade this fall? Don’t let hard-earned math skills fade away over summer break. Enroll today and give your child a summer advantage that lasts all year!

✅ One session per week – just 6 weeks total!
✅ Fun, engaging lessons focused on key math concepts
✅ Small group format for personal attention
✅ Boost confidence and get a head start on 7th grade
📅 Starts this summer – limited spots available!
📍 In-person at our center on Fort Couch Road
👩‍🏫 Led by experienced, certified math teachers

MONDAYS 4-5PM Is your child heading into 7th grade this fall? Don’t let hard-earned math skills fade away over summer break! One session per week – just 6 weeks total! Fun, engaging lessons focused on key math concepts Small group format for personal attention Boost confidence and get a head sta...

05/02/2026

Haven’t registered for summer camps yet? Take a look at these exciting, hands-on camps for kids ages 10-15! If your child is interested in any of the following hobbies/skills, they’ll find the perfect camp at AVA!

🎶 Music
👩‍💻Technology
🖼️ Art & Animation
🐉 D&D
✍️ Short Story Writing
🕵️‍♀️👮‍♂️ Criminal Justice / Forensics
🎼 Songwriting

Register now at Absval.net/summer-camps/

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