Meet the Team
Below are the names and faces of Emperor Tutoring.
Their interests and subjects are listed as well!

Connie Gao
Executive Director
University of California, Los Angeles
Hi! I’m Connie Gao, and I’m a First Year attending UCLA. I love to bake and try out new recipes, I swim, and I play the flute. I also love folding origami out of sticky notes, playing and learning new card games, and taking 0.5s! I participate in several high school clubs such as the debate team and the chemistry club. As a part of Emperor Tutoring, I hope to connect with younger students and help them achieve their academic goals!​
Subjects:
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Math
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Science
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Writing
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Spelling
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Social Studies
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Reading
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Spanish
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Band (flute)
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Public Speaking

Vihan Jayawardhane
Executive Director
Dartmouth College
Hello! My name is Vihan Jayawardhane and I am a First-Year at Dartmouth. I have a passion for teaching others, whether it's for a math test, a challenging origami fold, or preparing for an upcoming track meet. I also enjoy running and biking on trails, playing badminton, and meeting new people. During the school year, I participate in track and cross country, coach clubs, and play the piano and cello. As a part of Emperor Tutoring, I hope to build connections with younger students and help them in any way I can!
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Math
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Science
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Writing
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Spelling
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Social Studies
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Reading
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Spanish
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Orchestra (cello)
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Public Speaking

Aarushi Agrawal
Brand Ambassador
Wilton High School
Hi! My name is Aarushi Agrawal and I am a senior at WHS. I love reading and have my own personal library at home that I plan to continue expanding. Music is also a huge interest of mine and I'm extremely involved with the programs at my school. Additionally, I am a large women-in-stem enthusiast and spend a lot of my time with my robotics team prepping for competitions and more. I hope to build connections with younger students and help them out in any way that I can through Emperor Tutoring :D.
Subjects:
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Math
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Science
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Writing
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Reading
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Spanish
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Spelling
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Social Studies
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Debate
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Music
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Public Speaking
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Brianna Hekle
Promotions Manager
Wilton High School
Hi! My name is Brianna Hekle and I am a sophomore at Wilton High School. During the school year, I participate in model congress, debate, and the high school's treble a cappella group Fermata Nowhere. Outside of school, I'm an avid reader and enjoy playing the piano and violin. As a part of Emperor Tutoring, I hope to spark a joy of learning and ignite curiosity in younger students.
Subjects:
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Math
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Science
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Reading
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Writing
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French
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Spelling
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Social Studies
- Music
- Public Speaking
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Saniya Shah
Finance Manager
Wilton High School
My name is Saniya Shah, and I am a senior in high school. I love to read and write—I'm actually a published author! I look forward to working with students toward their academic achievement.
Subjects:
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Math
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Writing
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Reading
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Spanish
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Spelling
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Social Studies
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Music
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Public Speaking

Brody Fusco
Tutor
Wilton High School
Hello there! I'm Brody, a dedicated Wilton High School student. As a member of our school's Marching Band and Jazz Band, where I can be found playing the Bari Sax. Aside from my musical activities, I am an active member of the Model Congress Club, and help out at the Middle school with their debate team. At home, our family helps socialize and train puppies for the company Guiding Eyes for the Blind. On weekends, you may find me helping with the Wilton Land Trust, where I help remove invasive species and plant native plants to protect our town's natural beauty. When I'm not in school, I enjoy going camping, playing video games with my friends, and busking on the streets with two other phenomenal sax players.
Subjects:
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Math
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Science
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Spelling
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Social Studies
- Music
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Debate

Elle Hawthorne
Tutor
Wilton High School
Hi! My name is Elle Hawthorne. I am a junior at Wilton High School and I participate in many high school activities. These include Wilton Marching Band and Wilton Cross Country. I also play the clarinet outside of school and love to spend time outside with my dog. I always have enjoyed connecting with other people and, with Emperor Tutoring, I hope to create new connections and support others in all of the ways that I can!
Subjects:
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Math
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Science
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Spelling
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Reading
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Spanish
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Writing
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Social Studies
- Music​

Sayuki Layne
Tutor
Wilton High School
Hello! I am Sayuki, a senior at Wilton High School! My favorite subjects are Science and History. Outside of school, I love to sing, do theater, and go on walks. Also, you can find me participating in Wilton High School's theater productions year-round. Most recently, I was Miss Andrew in Mary Poppins! Additionally, I am the president of our school's Model Congress club; I love learning about the government and how it works. As a tutor, I hope to find students I can make meaningful connections with, and I hope to encourage a fun learning environment!
Subjects:
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Math
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Science
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Reading
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Writing
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Spelling
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Social Studies
- Japanese
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Ellis Nichols
Tutor
Wilton High School
Hello, my name is Ellis! I am currently a junior at Wilton High School. I enjoy singing, writing, playing volleyball, and so much more! Some of my favorite subjects are history and Spanish.
Subjects:
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Math
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Spanish
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Reading
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Writing
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Spelling
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Social Studies
- Music
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Erin Robins
Tutor
Wilton High School
Hi! My name is Erin Robins and I am a junior at Wilton High School. I love baking, swimming and reading in my free time. I am on the competitive swim team at the YMCA, where I also lifeguard. I like learning and trying new things. I enjoy working with kids, and I hope to help make their education journey easier with Emperor Tutoring!
Subjects:
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Math
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Science
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Reading
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Writing
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Spelling
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Social Studies
- Music
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Varish Duriseti
Tutor
Wilton High School
Hi! My name is Varish Duriseti and I am a senior at WHS. During the school year I swim competitively with the Men's Wilton Swim and Dive Team, participate in model congress, and help run the debate club as a board member. I play the viola and I enjoy reading. I hope to build connections with and help younger students!
Subjects:
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Math
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Science
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Reading
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Spelling
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Social Studies
- Public Speaking
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