Each stage of middle and high school brings new opportunities and new questions. Families often consider how to plan early while also worrying about affordability, academic readiness and long-term fit. When admissions planning and financial considerations are approached together, the process feels clearer, more manageable and less stressful.
A year-by-year plan gives families direction without rushing. My work focuses on guiding students in building the academic skills, organization and confidence they need while helping families understand college options, costs and financial considerations early.
Rather than offering financial advice, I work with families make sense of the landscape and identify appropriate next steps. When planning is intentional and developmentally appropriate, students stay on track and parents feel reassured knowing each step is guided and supported.
Below is an overview of how I help families plan thoughtfully for both admissions and finances from middle school through senior year.
Eighth grade is often a turning point. Academic expectations increase and gaps in organization, planning or follow-through that were manageable earlier can begin to require additional structure. This is an ideal time to strengthen foundational skills before high school demands grow.
Academic and Executive Function Coaching helps students build routines and habits that support independence and confidence.
Admissions Focus
Financial Focus
Freshman year is about adjustment and exploration. Students learn how high school works while managing new expectations, faster pacing and increased independence.
Coaching supports students in building organization systems and routines that prevent small challenges from escalating unnecessarily.
Admissions Focus
Financial Focus
Sophomore year is a time to deepen involvement and refine habits before junior year demands increase. Planning becomes more intentional while still allowing room for exploration.
Admissions Focus
Financial Focus
Junior year is often the most academically demanding year. Students balance rigorous coursework, testing, leadership roles and early college planning. Clear structure and consistent oversight stress and prevents last-minute pressure.
Admissions Focus
Financial Focus
Senior year is about follow-through and informed, thoughtful decision making. Students manage coursework alongside applications, deadlines and important choices about the future.
Fall: Applications and Filing
Winter and Spring: Review and Decision
Academic and Executive Function Coaching supports the gradual development of organization, planning and self-management skills throughout middle and high school. As these skills strengthen, students are better prepared to manage increasing academic demands and approach future planning with confidence.
In Grades 11 and 12, my College Admissions Counseling Program builds on this foundation by overseeing students through the specific steps of the admissions process. Preparation becomes more manageable and more empowering as students learn to stay organized, meet deadlines and make informed academic and financial decisions.
With steady structure and encouragement in place, students remain on track and parents feel reassured knowing the process is developmentally appropriate, planned and carefully managed.
If you would like guidance tailored to your child and your family’s priorities, a consultation can help clarify whether this approach and level of support are the right fit.
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