Junior Year
Start Junior Year With a Clear Plan (and less stress!)
Junior year is the most important year for college planning. Between maintaining grades, taking standardized tests, exploring colleges, and thinking about essays, it's easy to feel behind before you've even started.
That's where I come in.
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Starting in junior year gives us time to:
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Build a relationship based in trust and mutual respect
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Reduce stress by spreading the work over 18 months
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Develop stronger, more authentic essays through multiple drafts
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Create a strategic college list with campus visits built in
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Address any academic or testing concerns early
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Build confidence throughout the process
The families who start with me in junior year consistently tell me they're grateful for the head start when application season arrives.
Building Your College List
We'll identify schools where your student will thrive—not just schools with impressive names. Based on interests, academics, size, location, and what matters to your family.
Writing Authentic Essays
Starting early means less stress later. We'll brainstorm essay topics that showcase your student's genuine voice and experiences—no need to manufacture a "perfect" story.
Timeline Planning
You'll know exactly what to do and when, from standardized testing to campus visits to teacher recs. No more wondering if you're on track, and feeling stressed about it.
Test Prep Guidance
I'll help you decide between the SAT and ACT, create a testing timeline, and connect you with resources if additional prep is needed.
Activities & Interests
We'll identify meaningful ways for your student to explore their interests during junior year—not resume padding, but genuine growth.
Parent Partnership
I work with both students and parents throughout the process. Your insights are invaluable, and I keep you informed every step of the way.
Not Every Student Has a 4.0—And That's Okay
I work with students across the academic spectrum. Whether your student is a high achiever targeting competitive schools or a B student still discovering their strengths, my focus is the same: finding colleges where they'll thrive.
If you value genuine fit over prestigious names and want a supportive, relationship-based approach, we should talk.