Meet Our Team

Kent

Owner

Welcome to Sylvan Learning Center! My name is Kent Kolbow, and I am the owner and one of the directors. I received my college education in Fort Wayne, Indiana. During my educational experience, I completed a Bachelor’s degree in Math with a strong background in Physics, Chemistry, and Psychology. I also earned an endorsement in Education. Throughout college, I taught at Sylvan Learning centers in Fort Wayne, and within a few years, became the director. In 1997, I decided to purchase the Sylvan centers in Elkhart and Mishawaka. I have since had the opportunity to purchase nine additional centers in Indiana, four in Florida, and five in Maryland. My goal through working with Sylvan is “Success with every student.”

Sarah

Chief Operating Officer/ Owner

As Chief Operating Officer & Owner, Sarah oversees eleven centers in Indiana (Mishawaka, Elkhart, Merrillville, Schererville, Valparaiso, Fishers, Carmel, Plainfield, Greenwood, Fort Wayne North, & Fort Wayne South), four Florida centers (Clermont, Ocoee, Dr. Phillips & Kissimmee), and five centers in Maryland (Bel Air, Crofton, Catonsville, Timonium, & Columbia). She thoroughly enjoys working with all of the students and their families. Sarah studied at Cedarville University.  When Sarah isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her spending time with her husband and her two beautiful daughters.

Sandy is a tutor at Sylvan of Catonsville. While Sandy has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in reading tutoring. She received her Master’s in Elementary Education from Towson University. When Sandy isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her reading, doing puzzles, gardening, or baking!

Meagan is a tutor at Sylvan of Catonsville. While Meagan has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in teaching young students phonics. She studied Psychology at Boston University. When Meagan isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her walking in the city or spending time with her family.

Brittany is a tutor at Sylvan of Catonsville. While Brittany has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in teaching English to high school students. She studied Family & Human Services at Towson University and then received her Master’s of Education in Technology at Loyola University, MD. When Brittany isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her reading new thriller books or exploring new restaurants.

Andrea is a tutor at Sylvan of Catonsville.  While Andrea has many tutoring talents, she finds the greatest joy in K-8 reading tutoring. She studied Political Science at Hampton University and Curriculum at University of NC at Charlotte. When Andrea isn’t at Sylvan, you’ll find her enjoying time with her puppy, Charlotte, watching K Pop TV, or completing a DIY home project.