Ahead of the Grade: Oliver’s Remarkable Journey in Math and Reading

At just seven years old, Oliver embarked on a transformative journey with the DNA Centers educational program, joining on March 12, 2024, as a first grader with a crystal-clear aim: to master number sequencing and foundational math skills. What unfolded exceeded every expectation.

Soaring Two Years Ahead—And Still Rising

Now a second grader, Oliver’s math abilities outpace his peers by over two years. Through steadfast determination and the guidance of the Kumon method, he has climbed six levels, confidently tackling addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. His mental math prowess shines, drawing admiration from teachers and classmates alike.

“He loves math, enjoys focusing on his activities… It’s truly a blessing to have him in Fundación Quintana’s program.”—Program teacher

Reading with Confidence, Expression, and Joy

Oliver’s progress in Spanish is equally inspiring. With support throughout his literacy process, he now reads fluently, bringing stories to life with expression and strong understanding. Challenges like sentence and paragraph distinction have become his strengths — clear signs of his remarkable growth.

“He learned to read so quickly and has excellent reading comprehension… I’m incredibly proud of all his progress.”—Oliver’s mother

 An Environment Where Potential Blossoms

Oliver’s transformation didn’t happen by chance — it’s the natural result of a harmonious blend: a devoted family, enriching educational support, and his own passionate curiosity. His achievements embody the mission of Fundación Quintana, the Colombian branch of The Sodhi Foundation — to create opportunities where every child’s talent can flourish, and their dreams can take flight.

“When I go to school, my classmates look for me because I’m smart… I love math because I learn a lot, like square roots and multiplication.”—Oliver

We remain committed to walking alongside Oliver — and so many others—on this meaningful path. Because every child is a universe of possibility, and in the right environment, their greatness has no limits.