At District Scholars we believe in the potential and ability of every student. Whether you are preparing for the SAT, learning to read, or trying to master calculus, we want to help on your journey.Our tutors come from all walks of life but the one thing they have in common is a passion for teaching: Your success is our success! History Established in 2018. After years of providing individualized tutoring services and standardized test prep to the students of Washington DC, founder Paul Nicholsen formed District Scholars as a way to reach more students and help all children reach their goals of academic excellence.