Through faculty and staff referrals, each of our Peer tutors/coaches have been interviewed and selected by the TRIO-SSS professional staff. In addition, they have been trained and have been found competent to provide effective assistance to our program participants.
The Tutoring/Coaching Program has been designed to, guide and assist students with a particular subject or field of study, provide on going support, advice and encouragement, and share experiences that will assist students in their overall development. This service represents an important form of instruction that impacts students who are not only struggling with the academic and personal demands of college but to also encourage students to maintain, and stay on top of the demands to ensure good academic standings.
Furthermore, one of our greatest goals is to help students become independent learners. Our Peer Tutors are, not an information or answer dispenser. Students need to understand and be reminded that they are responsible for their own learning. It is the student's responsibility to attend classes regularly, do the assigned work, projects, and readings.
These services are available during the Fall, Spring and Summer Sessions during TRIO-SSS normal working hours:
Monday through Friday (8:00 AM - 4:30PM)
Except for Weekends, Institutional Holidays, and Winter Break
Spring 2021 Tutoring/Coaching Schedule
Staff Tutor/Coach
| Tutor | Availability | Subject(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan |
Monday through Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
English Basic Math HDFS ALL COACHING SKILLS |
| Jolene |
Monday through Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
English Speech 151 Writing Basic Math ALL COACHING SKILLS |
| Presley |
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
ALL COACHING SKILLS |
Peer Tutor/Coach
| Tutor | Availability | Subject(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Danthone | Monday - Friday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
ASTRO 110 CHEM 162 EE 160 ENGLISH 100 HWST 107 MATH 75x, 24, 25, 103, 241, 242, 243 PHYS 170, 170L SOC 100 SP 251 |
| Karen |
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
ART 101 ENGLISH 100 FAMR 100, 133, 141, 296, HSER 100, 245, 140, 248, 268, 270 HIST 151, 152 IS103 KLS 195 OCN 201 SP 151 SW 200 ALL COACHING SKILLS |
| Kristie |
Monday Tuesday, Thursday Friday |
ART 101, 107D ANTH 151 ASAN 100 ENGLISH 100 FSHN 185 HAW 101, 102 HIST 151 HWST 107, 281, 281L, 270 MATH 75X, 100 PHIL 111 POLS 130 PSY 100 REL 151 SP 151 SW 200 ALL COACHING SKILLS |
| Rexella |
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday Tuesday, Friday |
ANTH 151 ASAN 201 CHEM 161L ENGLISH 100, 209 ESL 23, 24 HIST 152 ICS 101 MATH 75x, 25, 109, 135 PSY 100 SP 151 ZOOL 200 ALL COACHING SKILLS |
| Kayla |
Monday Tuesday |
ANTH 152 BUSA 120 ENGLISH 100 MATH 75x. 24. 25, 103 ALL COACHING SKILLS |
Availability: Schedules vary for each tutor, please stop by the TRIO-SSS office to view tutoring schedules and/or make an appointment.
If there is a particular subject that you need tutoring in that we currently do not offer, you can fill out a tutor request form, and we will do our best to provide you with a tutor who specializes in your particular subject.
Coaching Services
All peer tutor/coach & coaches will be able to assist you with the following:
- Peer Coaching/Mentoring
- Connect You To Campus Resources
- Registering for Classes
- Scholarship Assistance
- Computer Resources (including password retrieval, organizing email, general tech help, online forms and forms)
- Utilization of MyUH Services, STAR, Laulima
- Study Skills
- Note Taking & Organization
- Test Taking Strategies
- FAFSA Guidance
- Goal Setting
Learning Style Inventory
This online guide is designed to help you become a more successful student. It includes a Learning Style Survey that will help you identify your learning style. It also includes learning strategies that will help you study in a productive manner, one that matches your unique learning style.
Meet our Peer Tutoring and Peer Coaching Staff
Danthone Buyacao
Aloha, my name is Danthone (Dan-ten) Buyacao. I was born in the Philippines, but I grew up in Kalihi since I was eight years old. Although, I can still speak Ilocano and Tagalog fluently. I graduated from Farrington High school and am currently majoring in Civil Engineering in the UH system. I love the beach, long drives, video games, and spending time with my friends.
Karen Jones
Aloha, everyone. My name is Karen Jones, and I am a Peer Tutor/Coach for the TRIO-SSS program. I am a nontraditional student and recently earned my Certificate of Completion in COSAC Substance Abuse Counseling and Certificate of Completion in Human Services. Currently, I am enrolled at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, working toward my bachelor's degree. The programs here at HCC are fantastic! I started using the services from the TRIO program as soon as I found out about it. I don't think I would have been able to make it to college without this program. I started here at TRIO-SSS as a student office assistant, then Peer Coach, and worked my way up to a Peer Tutor/Coach. I encourage you all to utilize the services TRIO has to offer. The staff of TRIO, along with myself, are here to help you with your educational journey. I look forward to meeting you all and will do my best to help you in your academic endeavors.
Presley Penaroza
Hello, my name is Presley Penaroza, and I am a Peer Coach for the TRIO-SSS program. I am currently pursuing my associate's degree in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning technology (RAC) here at Honolulu Community College. I am very friendly and enjoy helping students in any way that I can. Therefore, if you need any support, or just need someone to talk to, feel free to come in and see me. I am a pretty laid back individual, and in my spare time enjoy playing video games, fishing, and hanging out with friends and family. I look forward to meeting you all.
Rexella Samson
Greetings, my name is Rexella Samson. I am a Marshallese student at Honolulu Community College (HCC) and a Peer Tutor/Coach for the TRIO-SSS program. I am available to tutor you in Math, ESL, English, and a few other courses. I am currently a liberal arts student, and once I earn my associate's degree, I plan on transferring to UH Manoa to attain my bachelor's degree in business management. I attended the University of the South Pacific, where I majored in Science (took pre-requisite courses for nursing major). Also, I was a Business Management trainee at a career training program. I am happy to be on board with the TRIO-SSS team, and I look forward to working with you.
Kristie Talaro
Hey everyone, my name is Kristie, and I am a Peer Coach for the TRIO-SSS program. I am a non-traditional student here at HCC, and a single mother of two kids, one currently attending college in Arizona and another one currently in middle school. If I can do this so can you! I am currently working towards my associate's degree in Liberal Arts and will be graduating in the fall of 2020. I also plan on further pursuing my education at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa, working towards my Bachelor's degree in Social Work. Deciding to come back to school was a very frightening experience for me so I understand all the anxieties that one might have during that first semester, but I also know that with time these feelings will pass. Surrounding yourself with a good support system is very important at this time, and here at TRIO-SSS, there are alot of friendly people who are willing to be just that. So come on in and ask for Kristie, don't be shame, I am more than willing to help you with anything that you need. And if I don't have the answer to your questions, together, I can guarantee you that we will find someone that does!
Kayla Tanaka
Aloha everyone, my name is Kayla Tanaka, and I am a Peer Coach/Tutor for the TRIO-SSS Program. I am currently attending UH West Oahu and pursuing my bachelor's degree in business with a concentration in Hospitality and Tourism. I previously worked at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and now work at the Bishop Museum. I love meeting new people and interacting with others. In my free time I like to go fishing, diving, and volunteer for boy scouts. I also love all things Disney! I'm very outgoing and friendly so don't be afraid to reach out. I look forward to meeting you all and helping you guys with your academic journey.
