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Donald West
Donald West was born on October 10, 1932, at the family home 319 South East 434 St, Oklahoma City, where he lived until the family moved to Arkansas in 1949 because his father, an oil derrick safety engineer, received a job transfer. Donald attended Oklahoma City public schools; Shields Heights Elementary, Capitol Hill Junior High and Capitol Hill High School, through the eleventh grade when the family moved and he attended the most beautiful high school in America, Little Rock High School, for his senior year.
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Donald West was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on October 10, 1932. He grew up there and attended Oklahoma City public schools, including Shields Heights Elementary, Capitol Hill Junior High, and Capitol Hill High School. In 1949, when his father, an oil derrick safety engineer, was transferred for work, the family moved to Little Rock, Arkansas, where Donald spent his senior year at Little Rock High School.
Donald West was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on October 10, 1932. He grew up there and attended Oklahoma City public schools, including Shields Heights Elementary, Capitol Hill Junior High, and Capitol Hill High School. In 1949, when his father, an oil derrick safety engineer, was transferred for work, the family moved to Little Rock, Arkansas, where Donald spent his senior year at Little Rock High School.
A Passion for Science and Photography
Donald’s curiosity about the world started early. In the eighth grade he became interested in photography, spurred on by a Polaroid camera his parents bought for him. In high school he took photography and journalism classes, and after transferring to Little Rock High School, he was put in charge of the school’s new photography darkroom, working with the journalism department. He also studied Chemistry and Biology in high school, interests that led him to Oklahoma University, where he focused on Biology and Chemistry as part of his pre-medical studies.
Service in the U.S. Navy
At seventeen, Donald took the oath of duty in the U.S. Navy at the Navy Reserve Armory in Little Rock, with his father at his side. After graduating from high school, he attended Navy Boot Camp at Great Lakes, near North Chicago. On his third day of training, he learned that the Korean War had erupted. Throughout his Navy career, his photography skills were in demand. He was often called on to photograph ships conducting illicit fishing, whaling operations in forbidden waters, and other clandestine operations.
Life Today
After decades of exposure in the medical field, Donald continues to retain his interest in the medical world while spending much of his precious time bettering his own health. He resides in Virginia Beach, Virginia, with his wife, Rebecca Anne Laurence West.
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Sara Mortenson The tutoring with Linda has been very helpful. I got a 28 on my first ACT after lessons with her. She is very knowledgable on all subjects, and I think the overall experience has really helped me not only get a high ACT score but also boost my grades as well.
Amy S. NorthvilleLinda was a pleasure to work with. My son needed that added guidance and support to up his ACT score. Linda's expertise and genuine interest in his success was just what he needed to reach his goal. She came to their work sessions prepared and focused. With a near perfect score, my son is able to prove to college admissions he's a good fit for their school. Thank you Linda!
Candace B Linda Carbajo has provided consistently excellent tutoring for our 17 y/o son, I can't recommend her highly enough! Our son struggles with focus and organization, especially in science and math. I was not sure what to expect when Linda was referred to me by a friend, as the tutoring sessions are online. I need not have worried-there is something about the way that Linda explains the concepts and the tools/methods she uses that is fully engaging to her students. From day one, our son was inspired by Linda to perform at his best, whether in a practice session or on an actual exam, and in turn, she was truly invested in his success. It was wonderful to see him rise to the challenge-due in very large part to Linda's dedication. She is very talented at her job.
Emily Loebach Linda's tutoring was immensely helpful to me. She helped guide me to the best testing strategies, and my ACT score went up 2 points. I'm extremely grateful for all she has done for me, and I would highly recommend her services to anyone!
Mrs. Linda has a done an excellent job. She has been tutoring my son for over two years in different subject, including math, science, and ACT prep. My son overall GPA has increased significantly, due her help. It's been a blessing to find someone who has the patience, along with determination to help my son excel academically.
- Larry Goldsmith
Linda came to us as a highly recommended tutor. Our son desired to increase his score on the SAT, and after just five two hour sessions with Linda, he was able to raise his score 80 points! I would absolutely encourage anyone who is need of improving their academics to get tutored by Linda. The results will speak for themselves.
- Cristina Bishop
I think that working with Mrs. Carbajo is a blast!!! She makes learning fun and helps me get good grades that I can be proud of. I wish everyone in the world was as nice and understanding as she is. I became faster at math, and I have learned to grow as a good student because of her.
- Julie Milstein 7th grade
Linda Carbajo has provided consistently excellent tutoring for our 17 y/o son, I can't recommend her highly enough! Our son struggles with focus and organization, especially in science and math. I was not sure what to expect when Linda was referred to me by a friend, as the tutoring sessions are online. I need not have worried-there is something about the way that Linda explains the concepts and the tools/methods she uses that is fully engaging to her students. From day one, our son was inspired by Linda to perform at his best, whether in a practice session or on an actual exam, and in turn, she was truly invested in his success. It was wonderful to see him rise to the challenge-due in very large part to Linda's dedication. She is very talented at her job.
- Candace B
Linda Carbajo tutored me for 6 years!! She helped me so much over the years. She has been patient and very motivating! She was very dedicated and knowledgeable and would stick with the topic until I knew it by heart.She made learning more interesting, and she has helped me grow as a student to become stronger. She helped me get into medical school and even further helped me with the MCAT! She has been a big part of my life. Using all the skills I have acquired will help me to become a physician in the future.
- Dhara Patel
Linda worked with my daughter Sara about four times before she took her ACT test. Sara received a 28 (she had not studied for the test before the seeing Linda). They are currently working towards improving her score for the next ACT test. Linda has been kind, patient, and very flexible with scheduling. Thank you for all your help Linda!
- Kris King
Linda worked wonders with my son! She was the third tutor he worked with and the only one who made a difference - A Big Difference - his score improved 7 points! My son felt confident before, during and after the test. We believe he has also gained skills that will prove valuable to him beyond the ACT. Linda clearly has a talent for reaching people, and my son really enjoyed working with her. I am so grateful we found her and highly recommend her!
- Susan
Cooper Van Maele increased his ACT score by 2 points with just 4 tutoring sessions with Linda Carbajo. Cooper has been accepted to Michigan State University's school of Engineering. Linda's tutoring was well planned out and specifically directed to Cooper's needs. I would highly recommend her tutoring expertise to anyone.
- Renee Van Maele
Mrs. Linda has done an excellent job on tutoring my son for over three years in different subjects, including math, science, and ACT prep. My son’s overall GPA has increased significantly. It’s been a true blessing to find someone who has patience, along with determination to help him excel academically. She always does a great job.
- Larry Goldsmith
Mrs. Linda has done an excellent job on tutoring my son for over three years in different subjects, including math, science, and ACT PREP. My son's overall GPA has increased significantly. It's been a true blessing to find someone who has patience, along with determination to help him excel academically. She always does a great job.
- Larry G.
Linda is a natural teacher, and her real specialty is training for the ACT. Each section that she worked with my daughter on
saw a significant increase in score. We are grateful to have found and hired Linda.
- Shannon Wolf
Sara Mortenson The tutoring with Linda has been very helpful. I got a 28 on my first ACT after lessons with her. She is very knowledgeable on all subjects, and I think the overall experience has really helped me not only get a high ACT score but also boost my grades as well.
- Sara Mortenson
Linda was a pleasure to work with. My son needed that added guidance and support to up his ACT score. Linda's expertise and genuine interest in his success was just what he needed to reach his goal. She came to their work sessions prepared and focused. With a near perfect score, my son is able to prove to college admissions he's a good fit for their school. Thank you Linda!
-Amy S. Northville
Linda's tutoring was immensely helpful to me. She helped guide me to the best testing strategies, and my ACT score went up 2 points. I'm extremely grateful for all she has done for me, and I would highly recommend her services to anyone!
- Emily Loebach
Linda has helped me with school and SAT prep for seven years, and it has been nothing but enjoyable. Besides her kind and fun personality, she is a great tutor and knows how to teach well. She makes learning fun and this time with her has flown by! She’s the best!
- Valencia Feller
Thank you for helping Vietress. She could not have done it without you. You helped
Her improve and get more confident and her scores improved a lot every time she retook the SAT test. She went from 900 -1350- dramatic improvement. You are so patient and kind with the kids. And you are so professional, nudging them forward step by step. You have been a godsend for me and my three kids and I really watch my every dime like a hawk and paying you is a great investment in my children’s well-being. You are my priority because you care about my three kids, and you want them to be successful. They are growing more academically because you are there watching them and connecting with them. I am very thankful for you. I would like to continue on until they all get accepted into college. That is my goal. It takes sacrifice from you, me, the kids and your hard work comes back through their success.
- Lynn Saavedra Feller
“Linda Carbajo has provided consistently excellent tutoring for our 17 y/o son. I can’t recommend her highly enough! Our son struggles with focus and organization, especially in science and math. I was not sure what to expect when Linda was referred to me by a friend as the tutoring sessions are online. I need not have worried—there is something about the way that Linda explains the concepts and the tools/methods she uses that is fully engaging to her students. From day one, our son was inspired by Linda to perform at his best, whether in a practice session or on an actual exam, and in turn, she was truly invested in his success. It was wonderful to see him rise to the challenge—due in very large part to Linda’s dedication. She is very talented at her job.”
- Candace B
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