Act & Achieve
Elevating excellence in academics and the arts.
Act & Achieve helps students thrive in every dimension: academic, creative, and personal. We offer SAT/ACT test prep and academic tutoring, including specialized support for dyslexia and executive function challenges.Complementing this, our performance coaching builds confidence on stage, on camera, in class, and in everyday life.Here, students sharpen their skills, discover their voice, and succeed with both intellect and creativity.
SAT/ACT Test Prep
Typical score increases average:
300+ points on the SAT
6+ points on the ACT
Academic Classes
Specialized support in:Math (Algebra I & II, Geometry, Precalculus)
English (Writing, Reading Comprehension)
Spanish
Dyslexia Intervention (Orton-Gillingham)
Executive Function
Performance Coaching
Audition preparation
Monologue work
Scene study
On-camera techniquePreparing Presentations
Speech Writing and Delivery
Public Speaking and Stage Presence
Stephanie Rocío Brandon
Founder and Tutor
I was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY and graduated from Yale University. I’ve loved performing since childhood—it’s what first helped me find my voice and confidence. That same passion for creative expression informs my longstanding commitment to education and youth development. During my senior year at Yale, I founded an SAT prep class for under-resourced students at a New Haven high school, sparking what has become over 12 years of experience as a tutor and coach.I work with students from elementary school through college on a wide range of subjects, including SAT and ACT preparation, as well as academic areas including all levels of Math, English, and Spanish. I also specialize in executive functioning coaching, helping students strengthen their skills in time management, organization, task prioritization, and focus. For students with dyslexia, I specialize in the Orton-Gillingham multisensory approach to support foundational literacy skills and long-term success.In addition to my academic work, I am a professionally trained actor and a member of SAG-AFTRA and AEA, with credits spanning Off-Broadway theater and roles on network and streaming television (my IMDb). I have taught theater classes in Los Angeles at Inner-City Arts and The Unusual Suspects, and serve on casting committees at The Wildwood School. Whether students come to me for academic support, standardized test preparation, or artistic development, I provide a thoughtful, personalized, and holistic approach that supports their growth and confidence.
