SERVICES

Step 1: Vision + Discovery

• Identification of Student Vision / Core Motivations

• Interest Inventory / Aptitude Assessments

• Student/Parent Alignment

  Estimate 2-4, 90 minute in-person sessions

Step 2: CIRCLES OF INFLUENCE

• Identify Values

• Connect to Community and Academic Influences

• Self-Advocacy and Confidence

• Relationship Management Skills

• Essential Life Balance Tools

• Creation of Personal Circles of Influence Form

  Estimate 2-3 90 minute in-person sessions

Step 3: EDUCATION ROADMAP

• Personalized Plan to Achieve Goals

• Visual Tool Outlining Key Milestones and Timelines

• Focus by Semester and Winter/Summer Breaks

• High School Course Selection / Recommendations

• Accountability Resource for Parents/Students to maintain focus and progress

  Estimate 2-3, 90 minute in-person sessions

Step 4: coaching + support

• College List Development

• Standardized Test Requirements, Scheduling & Prep

• Application Submission Plan

• Personal Statement / Essay Development & Editing

• College Interview Coaching

• Campus Visit Travel Planning

• Program / College Selection Guidance

• Gap Year / Alternative Learning Options

• Research Tools & Strategies / Resources

College List Development

Using the findings from previous sessions, assessments, personal goals and family values, I’ll provide an exploratory list of 15-20 colleges for the student's consideration. Through guided research and/or campus visits, we collaborate to create a highly individualized final list of colleges. This list will including reach, possible, and anchor schools, all well suited to meet the student’s educational goals and other priorities determined important. The student is the guiding force in shaping their college list.

Organization Advising

Ideally scheduled in the summer before senior year, this session focuses on organizing some of the essential components of the application including the activity resume, collection of supplemental essay prompts, review of letter of recommendation packet, review of research assignments, college visit observations and much more.

Essay advising

Students are mentored through all stages of the writing process from initial brainstorming to final editing.  Equal focus is devoted to the Personal Statement and college specific supplemental writing. Essay work should begin the summer before senior year.  Our work with students on the essays occurs in person as well as online.

Application Submission Plan

During this session, a detailed timeline is developed to complete and submit applications.  It includes a review of college's specific application requirements.

individual Application Review

Prior to submission, the student’s completed application can be reviewed to minimize errors and omissions.

Interview advising

This mock interview session helps students prepare for interviews with alumni, college faculty, and admissions professionals.  

College or program Selection Guidance

Once all acceptances have been received, I am available to help students review choices and evaluate and understand financial aid packages and deferral strategies.

Students with alternative learning and lifestyles

• For those students with different learning styles, academic needs, or alternative lifestyles requiring specific resources for success, I guide the search process toward schools and programs with a appropriate level of support. More and more four-year colleges are providing on-going, free services to help increase freshmen success and sharpen executive functioning skills. I’ll help with confidence building, self-advocacy skills, identifying and navigating resources and special services available.

• As appropriate, I’ll encourage, travel, gap year, or other alternative education options to enrich your educational journey and love of learning

Performing arts students

For students accomplished in the performing arts, the application process will be more extensive and require significant advance planning. We provide a detailed overview on the submission of supplementary materials and provide support throughout the audition process. Referrals are available for outside coaching, recording needs, and technical editing.

Student athletes

Students planning to continue playing their sport in college will face additional requirements throughout the admission process.  It is important to understand the steps necessary to best showcase your teen’s ability. We provide an overview of the recruiting process and help identify schools seeking your student’s talent.  

Transfer students

Students transfer to a different college for a variety of reasons and I help current college students find a new environment that is better suited to their needs.   Separately, many California students choose to begin their college career at a California Community College, then transfer the California State or University System. It’s an option that provides flexibility and a way to reduce costs.