Are sessions live or recorded?

All sessions are live via Zoom. We don't use pre-recorded content. The value is in the direct instruction and the ability for students to ask questions in real time. Sessions are typically 60–90 minutes, held once or twice per day during the two-week program.

What platform do you use?

Sessions run on Zoom. Students need a device with a camera and microphone, and a stable internet connection. No additional software is required. Enrolled families receive a Zoom link before the program starts.

What if my student misses a session?

Missing one or two sessions happens. When it does, we send a session summary covering what was covered that day. Since sessions are small and discussion-based, repeated absences do affect what your student gets out of the program, but a session here or there won't derail anything.

What is your refund policy?

Full refunds are available up to 7 days before the program start date. Within 7 days, your spot can be transferred to a future session but no cash refund is issued. If NextArc cancels a session for any reason, all enrolled students receive a full refund automatically.

How does the 30% giving-back program work?

30% of our profits go directly to local educational institutions. We start with elementary schools in our community and add more as we grow. We work directly with teachers and principals to fund supplies, books, field trips, and after-school materials. No applications, no overhead layer. Just direct support for the classroom.

Is this program only for students in Charlotte?

No. NextArc is available to students anywhere in the US. The program runs fully virtually. Our school-funding partners are currently local, but enrollment is open nationwide.

Why is the program only $130?

We keep the price low intentionally. NextArc is built by students who benefited from access to the right resources and want to make that available to more families. We operate lean, our instructors are passionate about teaching, and we believe cost shouldn't be the reason a student doesn't get ahead. 30% of profits go back to local elementary schools as classroom funding.

How many students are in each session?

Sessions are capped at 5 students per specialist. This is the core of how NextArc works. Small enough that the specialist knows everyone's name, sees where they're struggling, and adapts to each one. We won't increase that cap to fit more students.

Meet the Team, NextArc STEM Learning

Meet the Team

The people behind NextArc.

Going into high school without anyone to ask was a confusing period of my life. I lost time and energy on things that should’ve taken one conversation with the right person, and I watched friends do the same. I started NextArc to be the opportunity I wish I’d had. That’s why I built my team with students who just walked the same path, who remember exactly what was hard, and who can explain it the way they wish someone had explained it to them.

I don’t believe cost should decide who gets the help they need. That’s why we share what we earn with local schools, and why we offer scholarships for families who need them.

Founder

Pranav Bhatnagar

Founder & Finance Instructor

Hi, I’m Pranav, a rising junior at Ballantyne Ridge with a 1520 SAT and 5s on AP Statistics, AP Government, AP Psychology, AP CSP, and AP Precalculus. I’ll be joining the IB Diploma Programme and NCSSM Online this fall. I work part-time at Kumon and love helping students get comfortable with financial topics.

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Indraneel Kedarisetty

Foundations & Applied Technology

Hi, I’m Indraneel, a rising junior at Ballantyne Ridge with a 1470 SAT and 5s on AP Computer Science Principles and AP Government. I play varsity soccer and compete in TSA and FRC Robotics. I’ll be attending NCSSM Durham this fall, and I’m excited to make an impact at NextArc.

Nandhan Gummi

Applied Mathematics & Foundations Science Co-Teacher

Hi, I’m Nandhan, a rising junior at Ballantyne Ridge with a 1500 SAT and 5s across AP Statistics, AP Precalculus, AP CSP, AP Calculus BC, and AP Biology. This fall I’m starting the IB Diploma Programme and NCSSM Online. I’m self-taught in multivariable calculus and linear algebra, work at Kumon, and love helping students visualize advanced math.

Nilai Gummi

Foundations & Applied Science

Hi, I’m Nilai, a rising junior at Ballantyne Ridge starting NCSSM Online this fall with a focus on molecular biology and medicinal chemistry. I’ve placed at state level in HOSA, Science Olympiad, and TSA, and by year’s end I’ll have completed 5 AP courses, including AP Biology and AP Calculus BC.

Kalp Shah

Foundations & Applied SAT Prep

Hi, I’m Kalp, a rising junior at Ballantyne Ridge with a 1540 SAT and 7 APs by the end of this year. I run varsity track and cross country, compete internationally in DECA, and participate in FBLA. This fall I’ll start the IB Diploma Programme and NCSSM Online, focused on aerospace engineering and data science.

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Yoav Ovrutsky

Foundations Math & Partnership Coordinator

Hi, I’m Yoav Ovrutsky, a rising junior at Ballantyne Ridge. I’ve taken AP CSP, AP CSA, AP Statistics, and AP Precalculus. Outside of school I perform piano nationally at concert halls and churches, swim varsity, and lead clubs like TSA, Mu Alpha Theta, and FBLA. I’m joining the IB Diploma Program this fall, and I’m eager to help students find ease in areas where they struggle.