“We work with students, parents and schools to produce a rhythm of work and learning, which builds self-efficacy, confidence and the strength to maximize academic achievement and test-taking.”
Mary Lou Sullivan first became interested in education as a youth, spending time with a cousin with severe autism. This led to her volunteering with special needs children, majoring in elementary and special education as an undergrad and emotional and behavioral disabilities in graduate school. She has furthered her studies at UVA, UCLA and Cal State LA, and has continued professional development in brain science, therapeutic interventions and other areas critical to best educational practices.
As founder and CEO of MLS Educational Consultants, Sullivan oversees passionate and talented educators who provide K-college tutoring, from beginning reading to multivariable calculus, test preparation and college application support. Sullivan and her team strive to help each of her students realize their full academic potential. MLS provides instruction in private and small group settings, and works collaboratively with families, teachers and health professionals to design a program that fits the needs of each student. This team approach fosters an integrated program to maximize student growth at all levels of education.
“Experience has shown us that a student’s success in school builds more success,” says Sullivan.
“Therefore, we endeavor to work with students, parents and schools to produce a rhythm of work and learning, which builds self-efficacy, confidence and the strength to maximize academic achievement and test-taking.” At this point in her long and distinguished career, Sullivan remains as passionate about her work as ever. “I love working with children and seeing them gain confidence, learning to understand and accept their learning style, and finding success,” she says. “I also love receiving graduation, wedding and even baby announcements from our past parents and students!”