Celebrating Tawseef and Sami: Eight Years of Growth and Achievement
Tawseef and his tutor, Sami, are beginning their eighth year at Tutoring Chicago–a partnership that began back when Tawseef was in elementary school. At the time, reading was a challenge, but through steady effort and encouragement, Tawseef has made incredible progress. Today, he not only excels in reading, but he also carries himself with confidence.
Sami has shared how inspired she is to witness Tawseef’s journey: “He puts a lot of energy into showing up and making time for his studies and his family, and it shows in his grades and accolades.”
Tawseef’s dedication has paid off in remarkable ways. He was recently honored as a salutatorian for his 8th grade graduation and was accepted in the high school of his choice! Now, as he begins his freshman year, mentorship has become a bigger focus of their tutoring time together–discussing his future goals, career interests, and the steps he can take to achieve them.
Reflecting on her experience, Sami encourages new tutors not to feel intimidated. She acknowledges it’s natural to worry about not having all the answers, but reminds us that tools like Google are always there to help. What matters most, she emphasizes, is consistency–“just showing up is all you need to do to make a huge impact.”
We are so proud of Tawseef’s achievements and grateful to Sami for her long-standing commitment. Congratulations to both on this incredible journey—and best wishes for continued success in the year ahead!
