
Dipen Parekh
Center Director
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Dipen Parekh
Center Director
Dipen Parekh, Center Director of GradePower Learning Frisco, brings over 10 years of educational expertise. He holds a Postgraduate degree and leads the qualified tutoring team with dedication and passion. With a proven track record of improving student outcomes, he develops tailored learning strategies, fostering academic success and confidence in students of all ages and abilities. He loves learning and helping others learn.
One of his favorite quotes is, "Tutoring is an investment in knowledge which always pays off with the best interest."
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Adrienne Cates
Education Director.
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Adrienne Cates
Education Director.
Hello! My name is Adrienne Cates, and I have been working at GradePower Learning since June 2024. I am blessed to have the opportunity to work here. I am from West Texas, and I graduated from Angelo State University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Arts in English and History. I retired after teaching middle school in Plano; I taught at the same middle school for 26 years! I enjoy reading, doing all kinds of puzzles, traveling, and spending time with my three children. I look forward to working with your students in order to help them achieve their potential and become a lifelong learner.
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Jeffrey Cho
Math & SAT Tutor
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Jeffrey Cho
Math & SAT Tutor
Hi everyone, my name is Jeffrey Cho, and I graduated from the University of Texas at Dallas. I have tutored kids in math, science, and the SAT for many years. I have a passion for teaching and want the best for all of my students. In my spare time, I like to play pickleball and tennis.
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Jessica Seo
English & SAT Tutor
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Jessica Seo
English & SAT Tutor
Hello! My name is Jessica Seo, and I am a graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in Media Communications. I love reading, going to museums, watching movies, and learning new things.
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Carol Houtchen
English/Math/Science/SAT Tutor
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Carol Houtchen
English/Math/Science/SAT Tutor
Hello. My name is Carol Houtchen. I was born in Honolulu, Hawaii and moved to Texas when I was 10 years old. I graduated from UT Dallas with a Bachelor of Science in Business and spent 11 years in the accounting field. I returned to UT Dallas to receive my Teaching Certificate and taught science at the same middle school for 21 years.
I retired from teaching in 2021. I worked as a Veterinary Receptionist for 3 years before deciding to come back to teaching as a tutor.
I am happily married with two grown daughters and one granddaughter. My hobbies include painting, embroidery, crafts, reading, and caring for my two large dogs.

Noah Range
Math/SAT/Science/English
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Noah Range
Math/SAT/Science/English
Hi, I'm Noah! I have extensive experience tutoring math, from Kindergarten to Calculus and more. I studied Computer Science and advanced math topics at UT Dallas, which helped me bring a deeper understanding to my tutoring sessions. I am very passionate about math and hope to make sure that all my students will feel confident and enjoy learning math. In my free time, I enjoy playing beach volleyball and studying Korean.
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Joirdan M. Jackson
English & Math Tutor
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Joirdan M. Jackson
English & Math Tutor
Hello, my name is Joirdan M. Jackson, a Computer Science graduate of Clark Atlanta University with a minor in Mathematics. I love teaching students math and English.
I have a diverse background in data analytics, web development, and consulting, with hands-on experience at organizations such as Georgia Institute of Technology, Georgia Board of Regents, Texas Climate Jobs Project, and NTT Data North America.
With technical skills spanning Java, Python, web design, and data science, I have developed projects from iOS apps and have even written a STEM novel! Outside of professional pursuits, I enjoy world travel, reading, photography and playing the cello!
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Darlene Bass
English & Math Tutor
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Darlene Bass
English & Math Tutor
I am so excited to be part of Grade Power /Learning Frisco and to assist students with many academic subjects.
For over thirty-five years, I was a Speech-Language Pathologist in Florida and taught English, reading, articulation, voice, and many other subjects of interest.
I swim daily, paint, and read many different novels. I am so glad to help students in a productive, learning, and creative environment at GradePower Learning.
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Bill Lu
Math & SAT/ACT Tutor
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Bill Lu
Math & SAT/ACT Tutor
Hi! My name is Bill Lu. I graduated from UT Dallas with a Master's Degree in Actuarial Science and have always enjoyed helping other students with subjects such as calculus, financial mathematics, or even games like chess. I understand that each student learns at their own pace, and through patience and subject matter expertise, I want to give students the tools they need to succeed. When I have time, I enjoy watching soccer and running.
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Lakshanyaa Rajkumar
Math & SAT/ACT Tutor
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Lakshanyaa Rajkumar
Math & SAT/ACT Tutor
Lakshanyaa Rajkumar has studied Computer Science and Operations Research, and is involved in various CS, data analytics, and business-related clubs at Rice University. She tutors math, sciences, English, and test preparation, combining strong analytical thinking with clear communication to help students build lasting confidence in their academic skills. Her interdisciplinary background allows her to connect technical problem-solving with real-world applications, creating an engaging and effective learning experience for every student.
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