Ivy Retreat | Year-Round Academic Pathways
Ivy Retreat

Build the Skills
That Last a Lifetime.

Writing. Critical thinking. Academic confidence. Live small-group pathways for students ready to grow with structure, depth, and purpose.

Free Live Event

AP World History SAQ Masterclass

July 29, 2026 • 7:00 PM Eastern • A live strategy session for students preparing for AP World History this school year.

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Three Pathways

One studio.
Three ways to grow.

Students enter through the path that fits their age and goals, then build confidence through weekly live instruction, discussion, and feedback.

Student writing in notebook
Writing
Clear expression
Historic map and books
AP World
Historical thinking
Rocket launch
Launch Pad
Future skills
Choose Your Path

Year-Round Programs
Designed for Growth

Each pathway runs as a small live cohort, with a clear weekly rhythm and enough continuity for real improvement.

Grades 6–12
Writing Studio

Think clearly.
Write powerfully.

Weekly writing workshops where students strengthen essays, arguments, evidence, structure, and academic confidence.

  • ✓ Argument, analysis, creative, narrative & research writing
  • ✓ Live discussion and guided revision
  • ✓ Maximum 8 students per cohort
Peer discussion and feedback
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Grades 9–12
AP World History Institute

Master the course.
Sharpen the writing.

Year-round AP World support: summer foundations, fall unit support, winter writing mastery, and spring exam preparation.

  • ✓ DBQ, LEQ & SAQ strategy
  • ✓ Content mastery and historical thinking
  • ✓ Three live cohort options
Small-group cohort experience
Explore AP World
Grades 5–8
Aerospace Launch Pad

Explore STEM.
Build future skills.

A year-round enrichment pathway where students explore aerospace, engineering, design thinking, and real-world problem solving.

  • ✓ Hands-on STEM challenges
  • ✓ Engineering and design thinking
  • ✓ Maximum 10 students per cohort
Flexible weekly enrollment
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How It Works

Start with one path. Build real momentum.

Students initiate a pathway, join a small live cohort, and keep growing through consistent weekly practice. Ivy Retreat is built to help students feel guided, challenged, and proud of their progress.

Step 1

Choose the path.

Writing, AP World, or Aerospace.

Step 2

Pick the cohort.

Choose a weekly time that fits your family.

Step 3

Attend live.

Students discuss, write, solve, build, and practice.

Step 4

Get coached.

Feedback turns effort into visible growth.

Step 5

Keep going.

Monthly learning compounds over time.

Single Pathway
$160
per month

One 1-hour live cohort session per week.

Best Value
Accelerated Pathways
$250
per month

Two 1-hour live cohort sessions each week. Ideal for students seeking faster progress and deeper mastery.

Private Support
Custom
for 1:1 add-ons

Add one-on-one coaching for homework, exams, or individualized support.

Weekly Cohort Schedule

After-school cohorts
built for busy families.

All times listed in Eastern Time. Younger-student pathways meet earlier, while AP World cohorts stay in the evening.

Writing Studio

Monday + Wednesday

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST
Aerospace Launch Pad

Tuesday + Thursday

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST
AP World History Evening Cohorts
AP World Cohort I

Monday + Wednesday

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
AP World Cohort II

Tuesday + Thursday

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
AP World Cohort III

Thursday + Sunday

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM EST

Small cohorts

Personalized attention and stronger discussion.

Expert guidance

Live instruction with clear standards and feedback.

Real practice

Students write, discuss, revise, and build mastery.

Lasting confidence

Academic habits that carry beyond one class.

What Families Are Saying

Real results,
real students.

★★★★★

“My tutor gave me clear, focused feedback and explained the thesis and formatting in a way that made everything easy to understand.”

★★★★★

“The session felt like a safe space to make mistakes, which made me feel comfortable. I am more confident now.”

★★★★★

“My tutor pushed me to think more deeply about my writing. It was an excellent session.”

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Find the right pathway.

Tell us your student’s grade level, goals, and schedule. We’ll help you choose one pathway or combine two with a membership discount.