Pittsburgh Area Resources
Emi Iwatani, M.A.Ed.
Emi Iwatani holds a B.S. in Biology from Brown University and a M.A.Ed. in Secondary Science Education from Wake Forest University. She has worked professionally as a high school science and writing teacher, biology researcher, educational program evaluator and tutor. Emi offers tutoring services in the Pittsburgh area on the topics of mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics and philosophy for middle school, high school and undergraduate students. To contact Emi, write her at shadysidetutor@gmail.com.
Daniel Monti, M.D.
Dr. Dan Monti is dually board certified in both adult and child & adolescent psychiatry and is experienced in treating patients for conditions such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. He has a private practice in Fox Chapel, and currently accepts Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield and UPMC Insurance. Appointments with Dr. Monti are by professional referral only, so please use the contact page to inquire about appointments with him.
Wendy McSparren, LCSW
Wendy McSparren, LCSW, is a licensed Clinical Social Worker who practices in Murrysville, PA. She has an M.S.W. from the University of Pittsburgh an M.S. in Non-Profit Management from Robert Morris University. Wendy specializes in the treatment of problems that young adults face, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and other areas. She works with both high school and college students to help them overcome the social, emotional, and interpersonal issues that can interfere with their academic success. To contact Wendy about services, you can write her at wmcsparren@comcast.net or call her office at (724) 733-3491 extension 2.
National Resources
United States Department Of Education
The Department of Education’s website is a good source of information on higher education in the U.S. It has information on student aid, student loans, and the FAFSA.
Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
This is the website for the FAFSA, the application that parents and students must complete in order to qualify for federal student aid programs.
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
This is the College Board’s website for the SAT. It has information about registering and preparing for the SAT exam.
This is the website for the ACT test, a college aptitude test that is an alternative to the SAT. The website has information about the test, including registration and preparation.
