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About Us

Lombard Academy is based out of beautiful Ithaca, NY, and we pride ourselves on hiring only the best tutors from prestigious institutions. Our team includes tutors from nearly every Ivy League school, each bringing unique expertise and dedication to help students reach their academic goals. Over the years, we have successfully helped hundreds of students get into top colleges, achieve their dream test scores, and excel in challenging subjects.

Our tutors are not only academically accomplished but are also passionate educators who believe in making learning an enjoyable and fulfilling experience. Whether you’re preparing for college, aiming for top test scores, or strengthening your understanding of complex subjects, our tutors are here to guide you every step of the way.

Meet the Founder

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Nicholas Lombardo

School: Cornell University

Specialties: AP Calculus, SAT Math, Physics, and College Admissions Coaching

Nicholas founded Lombard Academy in 2020 to provide high-quality tutoring and guidance to students aiming for top college admissions and scores. With over five years of experience in tutoring, Nicholas has helped over 50 students achieve their academic and career goals.

Meet the Team

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Alexander Begelman

School: New York University

Role: Chief Infrastructure Officer (CIO)

Meet the Tutors

Below, you’ll find our talented team of tutors who specialize in a variety of subjects. Each tutor’s background and specialties are listed, along with their educational institution.

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Paul Khoury

School: RPI

Specialties: Engineering, Phyiscs, Math, and CAD

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Colin Elias

School: Pomona College

Specialties: Math, Physics, and Foreign Languages

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Luca Kalischer-Stork

School: Cornell University

Specialties: Test Prep, College Admissions, and German

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Aanjay Patel

School: Cornell University

Specialties: Financial Accouting and SAT Prep

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Frankie Pappacoda

School: Cornell University

Specialties: ELA, Math, and Early Childhood Subjects

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Viviana Esquivel

School: Cornell University

Specialties: AP Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Calculus

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Jeffery Lederman

School: Cornell University

Specialties: Math, Physics, and Biology

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Rowan Hennessy

School: Cornell University

Specialties: AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Computer Science, Multivariable Calculus, and Programming

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Jasper Tripp

School: Cornell University

Specialties: Calculus and Linear Algebra

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Emma Smolar

School: Cornell University

Specialties: AP Lit, Lang, World History, and SAT English