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!​

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

Kieran McGann

Tutor

Wilton High School

Hello! My name is Kieran McGann, I'm a current senior at Wilton High School and will be attending Boston University in the fall of 2024. I've found that I've been able to bring up both others and myself through teaching and leading, whether it's teaching classmates hard material during the school day, leading my soccer team as a captain on the field, or assisting new members of Wilton's Percussion Section with challenging pieces of music. Alongside being a student-athlete and a musician, I've always taken pride in my academic dedication. I've always viewed my academics as something to be proud of and I plan on helping younger students view their newfound intelligence with me as an accomplishment.

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.

Lina Pepe

Tutor

Wilton High School

Hi! My name is Lina Pepe, and I am a senior at Wilton High School. My favorite subjects are Science and Spanish. Outside of school, I love to go on hikes, bake cookies, and play with my dog. As a tutor, I hope to build meaningful connections with younger students help them in any way that I can!

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!