Hi! My name is Dara Farnoush and I was a founding member of Oui Tutor as well as the Co-President and the Chairman of the Board where I learned a lot about managing people, running a non-profit, and had a blast connecting with the kids we tutored. Starting up Oui Tutor also was such a great opportunity to reconnect with the International School of Orange County community that I grew up in and love. I graduated from Foothill HS and from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. I am going to UC Davis and majoring in Environmental Policy, Analysis, and Planning.
Carol Bryant
CPA PC
Carolyn Bryant is a certified public accountant licensed in California and Texas. A native of Southern California, she received her MBA at California State University Fullerton and passed the CPA exam in May 2000, earning the Elijah Watt Sells award for her score.
Currently, she lives in a small Texas town near Austin and runs a tax practice there. She belongs to several non-profit organizations, and supports the local elementary school through Reading Is Fundamental and with donations of books and school supplies.
Yannis
BOARD CHAIR
CO-CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Hello! My name is Yannis and I am currently a senior. I graduated from the International School of Los Angeles and really enjoyed my time immersed in French culture.At my current school, I am taking all IB/AP classes. My favorite subjects are languages (Spanish and French), History, and English.At school, I am the president of the French Club, in which we learn and spread french culture. I am also heavily involved in my school’s MUN program, practicing my speech/debate skills and learning about the world’s issues.
Some of my hobbies include going to the gym, producing music, and exploring new hikes.I have always enjoyed helping others with homework, whether it was my friends or other peers. Being a part of Oui Tutor is a unique opportunity that has allowed me to do something I am good at, while also doing something that I love and feel good about.I hope to be able to help all the wonderful kids out there in learning about French or any other subject!
Simone A-P
BOARD MEMBER
Hi, I'm Simone Aitken-Penn! This is my second year as a tutor and my second semester on the OuiTutor board. I am a junior in the International Baccalaureate program at my high school. I have studied French for 14 years and have passed the DELF B2. I am also on track to earn my biliteracy seal in both French and Spanish. Outside of the classroom, I am the president of my school's French Honor Society, a member of my school's NHS and Spanish Honor society, and play varsity girls golf.
I have a lot of experience with kids because of my camp counseling and volunteer opportunities at summer camps, as well as my previous tutoring experience at school and OuiTutor. My background has made me so grateful to all the kids I tutor for being able to teach me just as much as I teach them. Nothing makes me happier than seeing them succeed. I'm ready to see the same happen with you!
Sara F.
CO-CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Hi! I’m Sara Farnoush and I’m the co-CEO of Oui Tutor. I’m a junior in high school and I love teaching kids. I’ve been a part of Oui Tutor for 3 years now, and I appreciate how much it builds my leadership and management skills while letting me connect with the students. I’m an IB student with many APs, but my schedule is flexible for tutoring.
Outside of school, I’m in track and field, mock trial, and Girl Scouts, as well as many other clubs. I’ve been around kids a lot with camp counseling and my previous tutoring experience, so I’ve learned that even with its challenges, helping kids understand material and concepts is very rewarding. Looking forward to our first session!
William K.
BOARD MEMBER
Hello, I am William Kerr, a sophomore at Mission Viejo High School, located in Mission Viejo, California, United States. I am interested in history and film studies. I aspire to become a history teacher or a film director and screenplay writer in the future. I also have a passion for helping the community and tutoring.
Daniel Y.
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Hi! I’m Daniel Yoon and I’m CFO of Oui Tutor. This is my third year at Oui Tutor. I am a senior and I am currently president of my school’s French Club I’m super involved with Model UN where I enjoy debating about global politics.
I have a strong passion for philosophy, politics, and literature. I’ve passed the DELF C1 certification and I am enrolled in all AP and IB courses. Outside of school, I currently work as an ice hockey referee.
I enjoy playing varsity ice hockey, snowboarding, writing, and hanging out with my friends. I love tutoring because I love helping kids grow confidence in their studies and I always learn new things from my students too. Super hyped for this year!
Maddie C.
SECRETARY
Hi! I’m Maddie Chao, and I’m the secretary and social media chair of Oui Tutor. I’m a junior in high school and this is my third year at Oui Tutor, and my second year on the board.
I’m currently enrolled in many AP and accelerated classes, and I’m passionate about helping young kids succeed in education.
Outside of the classroom, I’m a level 10 junior-olympic gymnast, as well as the director of design of my grade’s newspaper and of a current event online newspaper, Our Generation.
I love working with children, and have become experienced through tutoring kids of diverse ages, as well as coaching gymnastics. I love getting to know each student personally, and watching them grow and achieve their goals. I can’t wait for our first session!
Cait C.
BOARD MEMBER
Hi, I’m Cait Calvert. This is my first year on the board and I am a part of the social media team for OuiTutor.
I’m a senior involved in film and my school’s swim and dive team. I have maintained a 4.2 GPA throughout all my years of high school, something I’m extremely proud of.
I’m also a gymnastics coach for young kids between the ages of 1 and a half to 12. I am also a leader for Sunday life groups for kids 4th and 5th grade at my local church.
I am constantly working with kids and have developed a good sense of understanding and meeting their needs. I am looking forward to expanding our program.
Jackson
BOARD MEMBER
Hello, I’m Jackson. I joined the board this year, and I’ve been with Oui Tutor for about a year and a half. I’m a sophomore, and I love history.
I’m an Eagle Scout, and I work as a lifeguard as well as spend my free time playing sports with my friends. I’m vice president of the disability awareness club at my school, and I look forward to tutoring as many kids as possible this year!
Joyce R.
BOARD MEMBER
Hi! I am Joyce Rizko. This is my second year volunteering at OuiTutor, and I am also a board member working on the volunteering committee.
Currently, I am a junior at Sage Hill School and take multiple rigorous classes to pursue my future in STEM. At school, my extracurriculars include many literature-based clubs, in which I hold leadership positions.
In the fall, I also managed the girl’s volleyball team and plan to do the same with the beach volleyball team in the spring. Outside of school, I spend my time crocheting and enjoying time with my family.
Having studied at the French school, LILA, I can speak French fluently. Additionally, I can understand Arabic and speak to an extent. I am so excited to take part in the education of the next generation and can not wait to get to know this year’s students!
Katherine S.
BOARD MEMBER
Hi! I’m Katherine Stone. I’m a first-year board member and OuiTutor’s recruitment chair. I love working with kids and have participated as a counselor and intern for both academic and traditional summer camps.
I participate in the youth group and choir at my church, and I’m a member of my school’s Mock Trial team. I’m a senior in the International Baccalaureate program at my high school, and I plan to earn a Seal of Biliteracy in French.
In my free time, I love to cook and travel, and I plan to study abroad in college. I’m so excited to learn with our students this year!
SUSAN K
MENTOR
Here at OUI Tutor, we cannot thank Susan enough for the enormous amount of hours she’s put in.
Susan has trained us to run our meetings, motivated us to keep going when we were at our lowest, sent out reminders when most needed, and so much work behind the curtains.
Our board wouldn’t be a board at all, let alone a state-approved organization without Susan. Thank you! Truly!.
Ernest Priestly
WEBMASTER
Ernest is our talented webmaster. He is a father of 3 and a devoted husband. He has patiently collaborated with our team to create this website.
He also loves pastry.
Ernest believes in giving and has shared his talents with many organizations. We are grateful that he has shared his skills with Oui Tutor.
MICHAËL FISCHER
ATTORNEY
CrossCourt Law was founded in Lake Forest by Michaël Fischer (pronounced Mikel) to better handle companies’ and institutions’ day-to-day legal needs.
Michaël was born and raised in France, graduated summa cum laude from undergraduate school, and earned his law degree from the University of Southern California in 1997.
Michaël guided our team (in French none-the-less) through the legal process of of becoming a recognized nonprofit in the state of CA. We are in the process of getting our IRS 501 (c) 3 approval.. Merci!
Aaron F.
TUTOR
My name is Aaron. I am in 11th grade.
I enjoy math and sciences at school. I like to play tennis and be with my friends in my free time.
Amanda Nance
ADVISORY BOARD
Hi, my name is Amanda and I’m in 12th grade. I tutor because I want to help kids grow into their full potential. I’m studying AP Literature, AP Microeconomics, AP American Government & Politics, Psychology, AP Environmental Science, and AP French.
I got a 1330 on my SAT and I’m taking five AP classes. I’m very interested in reading and writing, and I love to craft, from crocheting to painting. I speak English and very basic French.
Angelo L.
TUTOR
Waiting for Bio.
Aryana Shamlou
ADVISORY BOARD
Aryana is a graduate of Sage Hill High School and is attending Washington University in St. Louis.
Audrina S
TUTOR
Waiting on bio
Bella M.
TUTOR
Hi, my name is Bella, I’m a junior in high school. I tutor because I want to help other students and I have experience with helping my younger brother with his work.
I’ve been on the honor roll for all of my years that I’ve been in high school. I also play water polo and I’m on varsity so I am used to balancing sports and academics.
My hobbies are baking and reading because they are relaxing. I am fluent in English and French and currently learning Hungarian.
Dara Farnoush
ADVISORY BOARD
Hi! My name is Dara Farnoush and I was a founding member of Oui Tutor as well as the Co-President and the Chairman of the Board where I learned a lot about managing people, running a non-profit, and had a blast connecting with the kids we tutored. Starting up Oui Tutor also was such a great opportunity to reconnect with the International School of Orange County community that I grew up in and love. I graduated from Foothill HS and from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. I am going to UC Davis and majoring in Environmental Policy, Analysis, and Planning.
Elle C.
TUTOR
no bio yet
Landon L.
TUTOR
Hi! My name is Landon. I'm 14 years old and I'm a freshman in high school.
In my free time, I play hockey for the Jr. Ducks as well as my high school team. I enjoy being outdoors and staying active.
Maddie T
TUTOR
waiting for bio
Mattea E
TUTOR
waiting for bio
Minnie L.
BOARD MEMBER
Hi! I’m Minnie. I am a first year board member on the Oui Tutor social media team. I’m a sophomore in high school taking multiple AP and honors classes. Outside of school, I am a level 10 junior-olympic gymnast and I also coach young kids in gymnastics. In my free time I enjoy baking, painting, and listening to music. I love working with kids and have a passion for helping others succeed. So excited for our first session!
Penelope Karim
ADVISORY BOARD
Hello, my name is Penelope, and I am currently a Senior and an International Baccalaureate candidate. Some of my hobbies are photography, reading, swimming, and participating in track and field.
. I enjoy tutoring because I love seeing our students improve academically and seeing how far they have come.
My favorite subject in school as a Middle schooler was French and Science and now in high school, my favorite subjects are English and Biology.
I am in French HL. Additionally, I scored a 5 (out of 5) on the AP exam. Also being a first-generation French-American, French was my first language, therefore I am very comfortable with this subject and language.
Ransom Hatzenbuhler
ADVISORY BOARD
Helping establish Oui Tutor is one of the things I’m most proud of. I’ll be attending college at Baylor University in Texas as a pre-med student. Service, improving the lives of others, and making a difference are all reasons why Oui Tutor mattered to me and why I want to become a doctor.
I graduated from Damien High School and am currently on a gap year working on my real estate license, helping Oui Tutor with special projects, and looking forward to college in the fall.
Roxana Olivier
ADVISORY BOARD
Roxana is a proud International Baccalaureate diploma graduate of Santa Margarita Catholic High School and currently attends UC Irvine studying Criminology, Law and Society. As one of the founding members, past co-CEOs, Head of the Legal Department, and tutors of Oui Tutor, she dedicated her time into running meetings, drafting the organization’s bylaws with an attorney, designing Oui Tutor’s logo, writing its curriculum for the students, helping form its website, making flyers for marketing purposes, increasing Instagram following by 400% within a matter of hours, having the expansion idea, and much more. She feels blessed to continue to play a part in the development of this non-profit, especially as one of the members of the Advisory Board.
Sarine H.
TUTOR
waiting for bio
Siddhi K.
TUTOR
Soleil M.
TUTOR
Hi! My name’s Soleil Murillo and I’m so excited to be tutoring as this is my second year being a part of Oui Tutor! I’ve been on varsity track and field for three years and I love spending time with others, especially when I can help them improve and succeed as much as possible. I can’t wait to continue working with this club and these kids and it’s so fun watching them grow and learn with you!
Sonia G
TUTOR
Hi, my name is Sonia! I am a junior in high school, where I am involved in the IB program, and the Model United Nations program, I am in the National Honor Society, and I am a part of various clubs including Comfort Cross, the French Club, and Eagle Outreach.
Outside of school, I play club soccer for SoCal Blues, and in my free time, I love going to the beach, hanging out with friends, and listening to music.
I joined Oui Tutor to involve myself in the community and to offer any support I can to developing young minds.
Sophie S.
TUTOR
Bio coming
Venice H.
BOARD MEMBER
Hi!! I’m Venice and this is my first year on the board. I’m a junior in high school and I’m involved with anything I can be really. At my school, I do swimming, choir, mock trial, and I’m on the board for various clubs!! I love helping kids learn and finding what they enjoy from school. In my free time, I enjoy doing anything with creativity, such as sketching, drawing, and even making music!!
Zaid B.
TUTOR
My name is Zaid and I'm currently a junior.
I love sports, music, and traveling around the world.
My favorite subjects in school are history and math. I love meeting new people and learning from new experiences!
Alexandre Caballero
MENTOR
Hello! My name is Alexandre Caballero de Saint Aubert(Alex Caballero)I was a founding member of Oui Tutor and during my time as a tutor, I achieved the most amount of direct tutoring time. I am currently majoring in French and Spanish at Coastline Community College to eventually become an ATA-certified translator in French and Spanish. I take pride in learning and teaching the intricacies of the French language alongside aiding others to express themselves in French. I am also a very passionate believer in the importance of preserving linguistical culture and vocabulary for all languages.