Hawthorne Learning Solutions has helped over 1,000 students achieve their goals. Founded in 2012, we’ve taken our passion for learning and genuine interest in students and used it to help families thrive.
We listen, provide honest feedback, and form a plan of how to best support your child’s education. We create a space for safe, open communication—allowing us to set realistic expectations and create the best educational plan for your student.
Let’s get your student on the path to success. Call us today to get started! (360) 599-5033
I can't thank Matt and Emma enough for their dedication to my kids and the personal interest they took in their success.
Emma Hawthorne, M. Ed. and Ed. S.
Emma has twenty years of experience working with parents and students as a teacher and administrator. Her expertise in academic strategies and knowledge of school systems form the base of the services offered by HLS. She has extensive training in special education law and policy, as well as administrative leadership.
As an administrator in charge of student achievement and as a special education teacher for a variety of school districts nationwide, she has worked with students of all ages and learning styles. Also, as part of Western Washington University, Emma oversees student teachers in local schools, providing feedback on instruction technique and classroom management. She actively tutors students at HLS and does all of the company’s advocacy.
Matt Hawthorne, M. A.
Matt has taught in diverse fields and at all age levels, from elementary to college, for the last decade. Strong in both the liberal arts and sciences, Matt is our lead instructor for SAT/ACT prep courses and primary high school and college tutor.
With a Master of Arts in English from the University of Oregon, he’s an excellent resource for students experiencing challenges in English or who need help composing papers in any subject. A published writer and former journalist, Matt uses these skills to help students succeed in the daunting task of writing papers.
Our Tutors
Our professional team of tutors at HLS is committed to developing academic and behavioral improvements for our clients. We’ll help you get the most from the educational system while providing research-based, individualized supplemental education resources as needed. Our support systems, strategies, and advocacy assist you in charting a path to success and restoring your optimism.
Because we know that education is so much more than content-area knowledge, we select our tutors based not just on their subject matter expertise but also on their dynamism, engagement, and pedagogical styles.
Contact Emma today so we can set your child up with the learning supports he or she needs to thrive.
Emma Hawthorne
HLS Co-Founder
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No, our initial meeting is with just the parents.
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Frequency and length of tutoring sessions vary but range between 1 to 2 times per week, for 1 to 1.5 hours per session.
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We operate out of 2110 Iron Street Offices.
We also meet online via zoom and other platforms.
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Parents drop off children and we’ll greet you at the door.
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We strive to pair students with the same tutor; however, schedules sometimes change and so do tutors. Our goal is a consistent match.
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We value feedback and know that a good fit is key to successful learning. If it isn’t a good fit, please let us know and we will pair your student with a different tutor.
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Yes, we accompany families to IEP and 504 meetings, as well as other situations at the school where you may need our support.
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All of our time is important—we value your time and ours.
We request notice of change of availability or cancellations by Thursday at noon of the week prior. Cancellations and changes made after this will be charged in full. This is to avoid changes that cause work on our end and impact other families as we request time/day changes.
If you are late, we will text and call you after 5 minutes. After 15 minutes, the meeting will be closed and there will be a cancellation charge.
