Overview of Services

 After an initial meeting, we will research and gather information to understand the student's overall profile and academic record to determine their current reality in order to begin the search of finding the right college match.  We will work as a team to create a timeline for the whole process including key college board information.  We will identify colleges that are a good fit and provide information about the college's academic program, campus culture and admission requirements.

The goal for Navigating the College Process is for the student to become more self-aware, as they explore and pursue the full range of possibilities in their future. This is a rare and unique time in the life of a  student. I will guide them as they identify and assess the results of the personality assessment, to set priorities and to make the major decisions. Through this process, the students will develop and refine their organization, communication, and critical thinking skills. I will assist them in preparing an authentic application that places a spotlight on their academic and student profile. I will be realistic, respectful, and responsive to the needs of the family throughout this process. If we move forward, our working time will be primarily online and in person when needed.  I will work around the student's schedule. Doing many of the sessions through Zoom will certainly help our ability to manage busy schedules. 

Timing matters: while we can step in and help a family at any point with this planning, the best time to start is in the student's 11th grade year or before; that timeline ensures a diligent and thoughtful approach.  I am able to offer a 4-year plan that begins the 9th grade.  To be sure, it is best to begin this work in the fall of the Junior Year to maximize the timeframe; however, I am happy to work with Seniors on an compressed program.  

Competitive Workshops will help students to understand themselves and to realize that desire alone will not catapult a person to greatness. But rather with a keen sense of self, a solid knowledge base, and a strong and resilient character it will make a difference. Rarely do students have access to professional development of this nature at this young age. This 20 hour workshop will position the students to be fully engaged and lead.

During this workshop, the students will be taught by some of the top teachers and coaches in this region. There will be panel discussions with high achieving people.

The curriculum will draw from: 

• Atomic Habits by James Clear
• What Drives Winning: Character Gets Results by Brett Ledbetter
• Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Dr. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
• Good to Great by Jim Collins
• Dare to Lead by Brene’ Brown
• Stanford University & Design Thinking