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ASK.
Research Begins with Questions.

A Specialized Education Center for Humanities Research, Academic English, and Writing.

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About Us

Ask.. Seek.. Knock..     Matt 7:7

ASK Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing education, environmental stewardship, and community leadership.

We believe meaningful growth happens when academic development, community engagement, and real-world responsibility intersect.

Our work focuses on three pillars:

• Academic Advancement
• Environmental & Community Science
• Leadership Through Service

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정확한 진단이 올바른 교육 방향과 목표를 만듭니다.

학생의 전공 관심, 강점, 학습 성향, 봉사 분야와 팀워크 성향을 종합적으로 분석합니다.

진단 결과를 바탕으로 중·고등학교 시기에 집중해야 할 과목과 활동을 구체적으로 설계하고, 각자에게 맞는 학업·진로 목표를 세워 단계별로 준비할 수 있도록 지도합니다.

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English Pathway

A connected English program that builds strong readers, clear thinkers, and confident writers from foundational reading to SAT preparation.

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Meet the Team

At ASK Institute, our dedicated team of educators and mentors is committed to helping students reach their full potential academically and personally. 

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Founder & Executive Director

Sun Kim

25-26  ASK Institute President

22-24  Prestige Inst. Pal-Park Director

18-21  ASK School Founder-Director

01-21  Education Dept. Minister

2015  Gordon-Conwell MA in Leadership

2011  Gordon-Conwell MA in Divinity

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Co-Executive Director / Research Director

Dr. Lim

2026   ASK Co-Executive Director / Research

Experience  Google AppSheet Global Leadership

                          Intel APAC Global Leadership

2003  University of Phoenix Professor

2001   PSU Ph.D in System Science

1986   UPENN Engineering B.A

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STEM Research Director

Dr. Park

25-26   Estimee Founder & Director / Research

22-25   Prestige Inst. Research & AP

Research Weill Cornell Medicine, Cornell University

Professor William Paterson University
         CUNY Bronx Community College
         Bergen Community College

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Humanity Research Director

Dr. Chung

2026   ASK Research Humanity Research

23-26   King's College London Ph.D in Philosophy

Teaching   Philosophy of Mind, Psychology,

               Political Philosophy, Ethics

               Cognitive Science, Neuroscience,

               Philosophy of Medicine

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English Teacher

Joanne K.

25-26  ASK Institute English Director

23-25  Prestige Inst. English Teacher

20-21  ASK School Class Teacher

19-20  ASK School TA

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English & Math Teacher

Nathan C.

25-26  ASK Institute English & Math Teacher

2026  Prestige Inst. English Teacher  

23-25  Private Math & Science Teacher

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College Essay & Research

Isabel K.

2026  ASK Institute College Essay

21-25  SAT, AP, College Essay  

21-25  Yale University 

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Sports Management Research

Dr. Kim

25-26   ASK Institute Sports Mangement Research

2026   ASK Inst. National Research Comp 2nd place

23-24   Prestige Inst. Sports Management Research

Professor Sports Management
         

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Bridge Builder Project

Building Bridges, Bringing Americans Back.

The Bridge Builder Project supports American citizen students living abroad

in their academic and cultural transition back to the United States.

We provide:

• U.S. curriculum alignment support
• Academic preparation in core subjects
• Civic education and identity formation
• Leadership and service opportunities

Students not only adapt academically but develop a strong sense of responsibility and belonging.

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I find my Math lessons/classes are very enjoyable. The teachers are kind and explains concepts clearly, which makes learning much easier. I appreciate the teachers guidance, and also, these lessons help me through out the day as I attend to school.

From Malawi, Africa

Bridge Builder Testimonials

My two children, my daughter and son, attend an international school in Thailand that follows the British curriculum, and even compared to their regular school math classes, the lessons here truly stand out.

 

The teacher explains concepts clearly and makes math far more engaging than what my children experience at school. Both of them say that two hours of learning with this teacher feels more enjoyable than a one hour lesson at school.

 

Math used to feel boring and difficult for them, but now it has become a subject they genuinely enjoy and look forward to.

From Thailand, Asia

The strategic learning methods employed by ASK Institute have helped our child excel in academics while also developing a keen interest in learning. Thank you, ASK Institute!

- From New Jersey, US

Contact

Reach out to us at 201-443-7059 or via email at askinstitute@askministry.org 

Visit us at 304 Harrington Ave, Closter, NJ 07624

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