Absolute Value Academy

01/23/2025

Don't need (or have time for) a full-length prep class before the March 8th SAT? An SAT Intensive (or "boot camp") could be the perfect fit! Designed for students who want a quick, effective review of either Math or Reading, SAT Intensives focus on the key areas that need the most improvement. This is especially helpful for students who already have a good baseline knowledge and just need some refinement, rather than going over every single topic. The intensive nature of a boot camp also helps students stay focused and engaged. Starts February 16th -- register here!

Our SAT Math Intensive offers streamlined, concentrated prep without the time commitment of a full-length prep course. In each two-hour session, you'll get content review, test-taking strategies for each type of question, timed practices, and a full overview of the digital test format -- including h...

01/22/2025

STARTS TONIGHT! Register here or in person.

Time management, note-taking, self-testing ... learn and practice the fundamental skills you need to be a successful student! Designed for 10th graders.

Effective studying requires an understanding of cognitive function, time management, organization, note-taking, and self-testing.

01/19/2025

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2025 Continuing Education Classes Questions? [email protected] 412-398-8538 Category Class Title Start Date End Date Wks Class Day/ Time Instructor Class Fee American History “I Have My Rights: An Explanation of Liberty and the U.S. Constitution” 02/04/2...

01/18/2025

Why should kids have all the fun? Just because you’ve gotten your diploma or degree doesn’t mean your opportunities to learn new things should stop! AVA is proud to announce our Continuing Education Program, where adults can take exciting, challenging non-credit courses simply because they want to! Course descriptions, dates, and registration links can be found by visiting https://absval.net/continuing-education/

01/17/2025

If midterms / finals didn’t go the way your teen expected, the start of a new semester is the perfect time to consider a new approach to studying. Register your 10th-grader here for our Essential Study Skills course, starting next Wednesday. (Private sessions also available; call 412-398-8538 or visit our website AbsVal.net)

Effective studying requires an understanding of cognitive function, time management, organization, note-taking, and self-testing.

01/16/2025

In keeping with our goal of hiring outstanding educators to work with our students, we are so excited to announce that Mr. Pete DiNardo has joined our team! For the past 27 years, Pete was a teacher at Mt. Lebanon High School, where he taught AP US History, AP US Government, US History and Honors International Relations. His exceptional teaching ability, coupled with his obvious compassion for his students, made him an extraordinarily effective, inspirational, and influential teacher. Pete will be joining AVA as a tutor for the above-mentioned courses, and he will be an integral component of our new Continuing Education Division, which launches in February. To schedule with Pete, call 412-398-8538 or visit our website absval.net

01/10/2025

UPDATE: Full!

We have one more spot in the 2PM D&D campaign starting TOMORROW! This program offers so much more than just "playing a game." Check out the video below (narrated wonderfully by Paul Anderson😀) and tell me this doesn't sound intriguing! Recommended for ages 10-14.

01/07/2025

To all those adventurers, storytellers, and creative types ages 10-14, we'd love to have you join our newest Dungeons and Dragons campaign, "Tyranny of Dragons!" Players will enter a world of daring quests, creative teamwork, and epic problem-solving challenges in this exciting weekly class. *Players must be registered by Friday, January 10.* Learn more here:

Creativity, teamwork, problem solving, & fun! Join your friends each week to explore the epic world of fantasy and storytelling!

01/03/2025

⭐️NEW! 3rd / 4th Grade Weekly Math Group!⭐️

Help your child build confidence and skills while having fun with peers! Weekly math group can help students:
• Boost Problem-Solving Skills
• Master key math concepts
• Build Friendships
• Have Fun While Learning
Enroll now to give your child the tools they need to thrive in school and beyond!

This fun weekly session reinforces 5th-grade math concepts through games, challenges, and collaborative learning.

12/30/2024

Just added! Ideally designed for students taking the March 8 SAT.

*Ideally scheduled for students taking the SAT on March 8, 2025. This comprehensive prep course will fully prepare you for success on the digital SAT. Master key concepts, learn proven test-taking strategies, and enjoy expert feedback and guidance along the way! Days 1-4 will be dedicated to the mat...

12/30/2024

New D&D 🏰🧙‍♂️🐉campaigns start this Saturday -- with two time slots to choose from! Register your child today! Suitable for ages 10-14. https://absval.net/dungeons-and-dragons/

Video created and produced by Tom Earley; voiceover credit: Paul Anderson

12/21/2024

12/19/2024

In the bustle of holiday planning, don't forget to register your high school junior for the SAT on March 8th! And make sure they're ready to ace it by registering them in a PROVEN EFFECTIVE prep course like the ones you'll find at AVA. Private sessions, small group classes, and boot camp options available.

*Ideally scheduled for students taking the SAT on March 8, 2025. This comprehensive prep course will fully prepare you for success on the digital SAT. Master key concepts, learn proven test-taking strategies, and enjoy expert feedback and guidance along the way! Days 1-4 will be dedicated to the mat...

12/14/2024

🎁 Need a special gift this holiday season? Look no further — a gift certificate to AVA makes the perfect customizable present! Parents, grandparents, and adults of any age will LOVE using it for private technology classes or any of our upcoming Continuing Education courses!

Call us at 412-398-8538 or visit in person to purchase.

12/13/2024

Our Custom Gaming PC Build class makes a great holiday gift for teens or adults! 🖥🎮

This private class is perfect for anyone, at any skill level, looking to take a hands-on approach to building a custom PC with expert guidance from start to finish. Head to https://absval.net/product/custom-pc-build-from-concept-to-completion/ or call 412-398-8538 to purchase!

12/11/2024

Chess Club for ages 8-10 starts tomorrow at 5PM! Register here!

Learn new strategies, improve your skills, and compete against your friends in this challenging weekly chess club! Ages 8-10

12/09/2024

Join us for holiday camps at Absolute Value Academy!

When: Monday 12/23, Thursday 12/26, and Monday 12/30
Time: 11AM - 2:30PM
For: Kids ages 9-11

December 23: Coding with Sphero!
December 26: Chess Extravaganza!
December 30: Creating with Procreate AND Garage Band!

Lunch break from 12:30-1:00 each day (campers should bring their own bagged lunch)
Cost: $70 per camp

Get creative and learn with new friends over the holidays! Sign up at absval.net or call 412-398-8538.

12/05/2024

Our weekly math groups are so popular because they're effective at helping you achieve mastery of the material! After all, it's so much easier to KEEP UP than it is to CATCH UP. New Geometry Small Group starts next Tuesday, December 10. Led by Dr. Jospeh Bedich. Maximum four students; register here!

Weekly check-ins with a certified teacher are a great way to stay on top of the material you're learning in class! These sessions provide homework help, test prep, and clarification of challenging concepts in a collaborative environment. Led by Dr. Bedich; 8 weeks.