Meet the team

Over 600 teens (many not pictured) from across the world came together to create Simple Studies's free and accessible resources.

Want to join the team? Apply here.

Sarah Frank, Founder & President of Frank Advice & Simple Studies
Sarah Frank, Founder & President

A bit about themselves:
Hi, my name is Sarah and I am a student at Brown University. I am also the proud founder of Simple Studies as of May 2020! I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to do well in their classes, even when faced with challenges such as e-learning or financial difficulties.

I started Frank Advice May 2021 after my college application process concluded as a way to affordably help anyone else who might struggle with theirs.

In my free time, I write, read, watch TV, TikTok, take photos, and bake. I hope you love the site as much as I do!

Position:
Founder + President of Simple Studies
sarah@simplestudies.org

members Past + Present

Gandi Tselmuun
Gandi Tselmuun
📍Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
A bit about themselves:

In many events and projects I have participated in throughout middle and high school, I was in charge of spreading the word and advertisement. I wanted to be regional rep to gain more experience as well as show Mongolian students that getting study material isn’t that difficult. Mongolian students’ knowlegde about study groups are close to nonexistent, so I will be able to guide them.

Date joined:
January 20, 2020
Position:
Representative
George Karani
George Karani
📍Kenya
A bit about themselves:

Am taking part in the outreach team for Internet and am marketing for companies here in Kenya. I believe in Simple Studies's mission.

Date joined:
September 30, 2020
Position:
Representative
Ghala Alsubhi
Ghala Alsubhi
📍Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
A bit about themselves:

I'm Vice President of the students council and i have participated in Model United Nations. As a Saudi, many people don’t get the picture right and I want to change the typical idea that everyone thinks about Saudis and my way of changing the picture is to include more Saudis in this platform and let the world see who we are.

Date joined:
November 24, 2020
Position:
Gianna Puglisi
Gianna Puglisi
📍Westfield, New Jersey
A bit about themselves:

In school, I participate in multiple clubs with participants from different grades and social groups. In addition, I regularly use social media to advocate for other projects and educational resources.

Date joined:
September 1, 2021
Position:
Representative
Gianni Diarbi
Gianni Diarbi
A bit about themselves:

Hello! My name is Gianni, and I am a high school senior. I love reading and photography as well as travel.

Date joined:
August 6, 2021
Position:
Content Creator
Grace Merlack
Grace Merlack
📍Pennsylvania, USA
A bit about themselves:

Hi, I'm Grace, and I became a regional representative because I have had such a great experience with Simple Studies and the Simple Study Buddies. I was paired with a great partner and I want other people to be able to have the same experiences as me. I also want others to understand that asking for help and not trying to struggle on your own is okay. This was an idea that I struggled with for a long time, but once I actually started to ask for help I felt a lot better and started to perform a lot better in school.

Date joined:
December 23, 2020
Position:
Representative
Grejs Shelcaj
Grejs Shelcaj
📍Greenwich, Connecticut
A bit about themselves:

Hi, my name is Grejs Shelcaj and I am a high school student in Greenwich, Connecticut.

Date joined:
September 1, 2020
Position:
Representative
Gurleen Dhami
Gurleen Dhami
📍Neenah, Wisconsin
A bit about themselves:

Hi, I'm a rep from Wisconsin.

Date joined:
September 20, 2020
Position:
Representative
Gwen Singer
Gwen Singer
📍California, USA
A bit about themselves:

My name is Gwen, and I am the Content Executive for Simple Studies! I used to be a tutor, AP Quiz Creator, Content Editor, and Regional Representative, so I am so happy to now be in charge of the Content Branch! I plan to study neuroscience and public policy in college, and have a passion for public health and gifted education! In my free time, I love to read, travel, and explore nature :)

Date joined:
October 26, 2021
Position:
Content Creator
G’Mia Valdez
G’Mia Valdez
📍Brooklyn, New York
A bit about themselves:

Hi, I'm a representative from New York and I am excited about being a rep. I like how accessible Simple Studies is and the amount of help you can receive from people who do not know you.

Date joined:
December 27, 2020
Position:
Representative
Hannah Amgad
Hannah Amgad
📍Alexandria, Egypt
A bit about themselves:

Because I want to introduce Simple Studies to students in Egypt that go to American system schools, and that have trouble with most of their subjects because of the lack of good teachers that specialize in the American curriculum in Egypt. Also, I've been a member in the organization "Interact" for a while.

Date joined:
November 1, 2020
Position:
Representative
Hannah Francisco
Hannah Francisco
📍Philippines
A bit about themselves:

It's Hannah Francisco here. I grew up in the Philippines. My hobbies include typing, playing Rubix cubes, and coding HTML and CSS. Being a part of such a vibrant community, sharing opportunities with my fellow citizens is a joy to me. My desire to help my own country to have online resources made me join Simple Studies. I have a passion for public speaking and doing things I love. In my free time, I enjoy listening to Hillsong young and free, Ben and Ben, and SB19.

Date joined:
March 16, 2021
Position:
Regional Representative
Hannah Mcintosh
Hannah Mcintosh
📍Massachusetts
A bit about themselves:

Hi! My name is Hannah McIntosh, I am a rising senior from Massachusetts. My favorite subjects are science and math and in my free time I love dance and reading. I’m so excited to start making study guides to help students like me!

Date joined:
July 7, 2020
Position:
Content Creator
Harrison Burnside
Harrison Burnside
📍Dallas, Texas
A bit about themselves:

Hey y'all! I am Harrison Burnside, a rising HS Junior from Dallas, TX. I am currently the salutatorian of my class of 700 at my High School! In my free time, I love writing articles and blog posts, as well as tutoring. Outside of Simple Studies, I am a part of the mello section in Marching Band and I am a debater in my school's Youth and Government Texas Mock Legislature team!

Date joined:
June 1, 2020
Position:
COO
Hashmiya Afdhli
Hashmiya Afdhli
📍Kuwait
A bit about themselves:

I was the president of the student council last year and a active member in my schools Esports team, Academic games team, and Model United Nations Team.

Date joined:
December 4, 2020
Position:
Representative
Hidaya Mansour
Hidaya Mansour
📍South Korea
A bit about themselves:

Hello there! My name is Hidaya Mansour and currently, I am in grade 12 at Busan Foreign School.

Date joined:
July 20, 2020
Position:
Content Creator + Editor
Hilonee Dedhia
Hilonee Dedhia
A bit about themselves:

I am the class of 2025! I love to read, listen to music, binge Netflix, and spend a lot of time with friends and family. I am a 3rd-degree blackbelt in taekwondo and have 11 years of experience and have won 5 state competitions!

Date joined:
February 25, 2022
Position:
Tutor
Ifunanya Ibe
Ifunanya Ibe
📍Houston, Texas
A bit about themselves:

During movements I have spread information on how to contribute to help people suffering. Simple Studies gives a lot of opportunities for kids to buckle down and start working. There is a lot of resources that helps and I feel like I will actually pass my class thank you Simple Studies.

Date joined:
November 18, 2020
Position:
Representative
Iliana Correa
Iliana Correa
📍Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A bit about themselves:

I am a college junior at Arcadia University majoring in Chemistry and minoring in Sociology. I am passionate about mentoring, tutoring and giving underprivileged students the resources they need. I aspire to be a lab researcher and a Chemistry professor.

Date joined:
June 8, 2021
Position:
Content Creator
Isabel Longman
Isabel Longman
📍Leicester, England
A bit about themselves:

i have been in yearly productions at the Y Theatre, including being the mad hatter in Alice In Wonderland. as the name suggests, [Simple Studies is] simple!! they provide extensive resources and schemes completely free and the people involved are incredible!

Date joined:
November 22, 2020
Position:
Representative
Isabel Song
Isabel Song
📍Burbank, California
A bit about themselves:

•BSA (Burbank Student Alliance) Deputy Director of Publication (Communications Dept.)

•Operation Smile Burbank Publicity Director

•Key Club CNH (California-Hawaii-Nevada) SAA (Sergeant-At-Arms) Caption

•YCAT INC. Global Outreach Team•BSA (Burbank Student Alliance) Director of Social Media Affairs & Website Development

•BHS ASB Publicity Commissioner

Date joined:
July 17, 2021
Position:
Representative
Isabelle Stehle
Isabelle Stehle
📍Upstate New York
A bit about themselves:

I live in Upstate NY and enjoy spending my time hanging out with my three dogs. 🐕 💕

Date joined:
August 20, 2021
Position:
Content Creator
Jacqueline Wu
Jacqueline Wu
📍Long Island, New York
A bit about themselves:

Hi guys! My name is Jacqueline Wu, and I am a rising high school junior from Long Island, New York. I enjoy drawing, writing, and playing the viola, and my favorite subjects are biology and math. I hope that my study guide will benefit you!

Date joined:
July 4, 2020
Position:
Content Creator
Jasmine Freij
Jasmine Freij
📍Barrington, Rhode Island
A bit about themselves:

Hi, my name is Jasmine and I'm from Rhode Island, US. I'm interested in psychology and am a camp counselor in the summer. I play both volleyball and lacrosse!

Date joined:
August 1, 2020
Position:
Content Creator
Jasmine Womack
Jasmine Womack
A bit about themselves:

My name is Jasmine and I am Junior in High school. I create content for AP Human Geography :)

Date joined:
March 15, 2021
Position:
Content Creator
Jaydee Phung
Jaydee Phung
📍Oakland, California
A bit about themselves:

I am also involved in GENup and Women of Color in Medicine

Date joined:
October 17, 2020
Position:
Representative
Jayla Parks
Jayla Parks
📍Midwest, USA
A bit about themselves:

Hi! I am originally from Chicago, Illinois, but I now live in Indiana. I have two younger sisters and I’m a fraternal twin. I’m a junior in high school and enjoy journalism and reading! I can play the flute and I’m in my school’s marching band.

Date joined:
August 21, 2022
Position:
Blog Editor
Jazmin Mendez
Jazmin Mendez
📍Los Angeles, California
A bit about themselves:

Hello my name is Jazmin Mendez, I am a rising Senior in Los Angeles, California. I am a first generation student dreaming of Majoring as Civil Engineer from UC Irvine. I love to binge watch shows on Netflix and go out for walks around the city at night and can’t wait to help you all succeed academically!

Date joined:
Position:
Content Creator
Jenna Allred
Jenna Allred
📍Santee, CA
A bit about themselves:

At my high school, I set up and help bring the orchestra and music with an orchestra club to promote string music performance within my small community. [With Simple Studies], it is so rewarding to be the person to be able to help those who feel alone and frustrated towards their work and give them hope, because at the end of the day it’s not just the class work that you will get help on, but really knowing you’re not alone in what your going through is what it is really about.

Date joined:
November 21, 2020
Position:
Representative
Jennifer Vu
Jennifer Vu
📍Sacramento, CA
A bit about themselves:

Hi, I'm Jennifer and I'm a representative for California. I think by letting my community know that there is a resource that helps with the hardships of high school, more people will be interested in these resources.

Date joined:
December 20, 2020
Position:
Representative
Jessica Basa-Patel
Jessica Basa-Patel
📍Ontario, Canada
A bit about themselves:

Hi there! My name is Jessica and I’m a Sophomore from Ontario, Canada (Class of 2024!) I’ve created the college info guides for York & McGill University. In addition, I’m also a mod on the discord :D I love to bake and I also figure skate!

Date joined:
April 2, 2021
Position:
Content Creator
Jessica W
Jessica W
📍Chicago
A bit about themselves:

Hi! My name is Jessica W and I’m a 2nd year undergraduate student on the pre-dental track from Chicago! I love anything STEM related but chemistry is my favorite! Other than school, I’m also a dental assistant, signed model with BMG Chicago, and car enthusiast! In Simple Studies, I am a Discord Tutor and run the AP Chem Tiktok account!

Date joined:
November 15, 2020
Position:
Tutor
Jiayu Li
Jiayu Li
📍New Brunswick, Canada
A bit about themselves:

Howdy :D, my name is Jiayu Li and I currently live in New Brunswick, Canada. I am going to my sophomore year at Harrison Trimble High School. I made the notes for graphic design on the website, hope it was helpful to you in someway ><

Date joined:
July 7, 2020
Position:
Content Creator
Jordyn Banks
Jordyn Banks
📍San Clemente, California
A bit about themselves:

I am a senior in San Clemente, California. I play tennis, read, volunteer, and hang out with my friends. I always have been very passionate about reading and writing!

Date joined:
June 5, 2023
Position:
Blog Editor
Jose Rivera
Jose Rivera
📍Honduras
A bit about themselves:

I was born in Honduras, but I moved to the US last year and now live in North Carolina.

Date joined:
Position:
Joy Huang
Joy Huang
A bit about themselves:

Hello! My name is Joy Huang and I'm currently a high school sophomore in LI, NY. I enjoy watching C-dramas and reading novels in my free time!

Date joined:
April 2, 2021
Position:
Content Creator
Joya Crispino
Joya Crispino
📍Toronto, Canada
A bit about themselves:

Hi, I'm Joya and I'm a high school student from Toronto, Canada.

Date joined:
November 17, 2020
Position:
Juliann Rogers
Juliann Rogers
📍Columbia, South Carolina
A bit about themselves:

Hi! My name is Juliann. I’m currently a junior in Columbia, SC. I plan on going on to major in nursing and in my free time I enjoy hanging out with my friends, running, and baking new recipes.

Date joined:
August 12, 2021
Position:
Content Creator
Julie Phan
Julie Phan
📍California
A bit about themselves:

Hello! I am a college freshman at UCLA and the graphic designer of Simple Studies! During my free time I’m either drawing, dancing, or playing tennis. I have a lot of aspirations and Simple Studies is the perfect place for me to work on them whether it’s related to design or education!

Date joined:
June 22, 2020
Position:
Simple Studies Leadership
Julie Phan
Julie Phan
📍San Antonio
A bit about themselves:

Hello everyone! My name is Julie Phan, and I am a sophomore (Class of '24) in high school locating in the city of San Antonio. One of my experiences of being an exceptional leader; is being elected president and concertmaster for my orchestra group just at the start of my freshmen year already! Outside of school, I am the president & founder of an Instagram page I run called (@julescoffeecorner_), and I am also one of the regional representatives for Simple Studies. My driven passion is to offer help to other young individuals like me in my area to head in the right direction of academic success regardless of the economic disparities in the school districts of San Antonio. Although not knowing just yet what I specifically to major or do in the next four years...I definitely am interested currently in the field of studies like "Business economics", "English literature", and "Asian-American Studies" altogether.

Date joined:
July 1, 2021
Position:
Simple Studies Leadership
Julie Phan
Julie Phan
📍San Antonio, Texas
A bit about themselves:

Hi, my name is Julie Phan and I am currently a junior in San Antonio, TX. Outside of Simple Studies, I devote my time to my interest which is my high school orchestra. I am the concertmaster and diplomat. I also help provide additional support in overseeing the orchestra program. I am a teacher assistant and tutor to both Beginner and Junior Varsity Orchestra. I am, first chair's principal violinist for our Varsity Orchestra. Other than that, when I grow up I want to work and study in the Political Economics sector and have a minor in East Asian Studies.

Date joined:
August 29, 2022
Position:
Outreach Member
Justin Le
Justin Le
📍Orlando, Florida
A bit about themselves:

Hello, I'm a rising 10th grader at Timber Creek High School. I love to volunteer and help others that are in need of help. I enjoy traveling, swimming, and playing the violin.


Date joined:
June 23, 2020
Position:
Content Creator
Jzsleigh Johnson
Jzsleigh Johnson
📍Tampa, Florida
A bit about themselves:

I am determined to help others when it comes to education.

Date joined:
November 2, 2020
Position:
Content Creator
Kaela Brunner
Kaela Brunner
📍Long Island, New York
A bit about themselves:

Hey, I’m Kaela! I’m a rising senior on Long Island, New York. My favorite subjects are science, history, French, and ASL! I love hanging out with friends and finding a new hobby every other month. Fun fact: I know how to ride a bike with no hands :-)

Date joined:
June 25, 2020
Position:
Kaila Kuo
Kaila Kuo
📍Chicago, Illinois
A bit about themselves:

Hi, I'm Kaila and I am a senior from Chicago. Enjoy this cute pic of my dog!

Date joined:
October 21, 2020
Position:
Regional Representative
Kali Gupta
Kali Gupta
📍New Jersey, USA
A bit about themselves:

Hey! My name is Kali and I'm a sophomore in high school in NJ. My favorite activities are procrastinating... and procrastinating some more. Lol. Jokes aside, I love reading fantasy novels and playing golf with my friends when I'm not cramming the latest assignment I forgot to do. I'm also a huge advocate for actually getting to know the colleges you apply to and finding the right schools for you instead of chasing the ones with the best rankings. Hence, I'm a college info guide creator here at Simple Studies and love getting to help make and learn from all of these free resources.

Date joined:
August 13, 2021
Position:
Content Creator
Karen Edema
Karen Edema
📍New Jersey
A bit about themselves:

hey guys! my name is karen and i'm a senior in new jersey. i enjoy baking, reading, writing, music, and especially marvel and dc. i'm also very passionate about volunteering geared towards youth. within school, i'm a member of my class council, and peer leadership. i'm also a submissions reviewer and copy editor for my school's literary magazine, so i'm glad to be an essay editor!

Date joined:
September 1, 2021
Position:
Essay Editor
Karla Cadman
Karla Cadman
📍Los Angeles, California
A bit about themselves:

Hello! My name is Karla Cadman and I am a senior! I love volunteering and am excited to offer my help with AP Spanish Language and culture. In my free time, I love to paint, run, hike, and play with my dog. I hope that my study guide helps you!

Date joined:
June 23, 2020
Position:
Content Creator
Karla Castillo
Karla Castillo
📍Houston, Texas
A bit about themselves:

hi guys !! my name is Karla and I'm a rising senior from Houston, Tx !  I'm going to be making the journalism study guide & am very happy to work for this program!

Date joined:
June 30, 2020
Position:
Content Creator
Karla Rocha
Karla Rocha
📍Texas, USA
A bit about themselves:

Hi I am a sophomore incoming junior in Texas! I am so excited to get to create with such an amazing community. Have a great day and stay safe :)

Date joined:
May 8, 2021
Position:
Content Creator