The Rara Avis Society

Rara Avis: Latin phrase meaning literally a 'rare bird'; An unusual, uncommon, or exceptional person or thing. An unusual or extraordinary person or thing; rarity.

Ruth Hoffmann offers individualized instruction for students ranging from 5th through 12th grades, coaching in academic writing and thesis, and small, seminar style classes geared towards high school students.

Academic support

Personalized support and tutoring for pre-exising academic programs

Individualized coaching in structured, effective writing, research skills, and finding a personalized written voice

Writing fundamentals

Foundations of Critical THinking

Enrolling for Summer 2024

Ruth truly strives to get to know your child before she begins meeting with them and then tailors the time spent to what your child needs. In only a few sessions our daughter grew in confidence and her skill set and thoroughly enjoyed her time with Ruth. Ruth has a unique ability to connect with her students and we are very thankful that she is someone our child looks forward to being tutored by. 

- Rara Avis Parent, 9th Grade