Tagged: "learning difference"
Educational Consultant Gives Family Hope
Mark, sorry for the delay of this but I wanted to thank you for everything you did for our daughter–and for Rob and me. To say we were lost is an understatement. You gave us such a wonderful gift- hope. Thank you so much and best of luck to you.
The Secret To Disclosing Your “Secret Identity”
So, you've decided to disclose your learning difference. Here's how to do it.
Expert Educational Consultant in Colorado for Students with Learning Differences
Heather has been instrumental in my son’s success in high school and throughout the entire college process. She recommended appropriate colleges, and helped us determine which was the right fit for our son. We couldn’t have done this without her expertise!
Student Thanks College Consultant for Excellent Advice
I just wanted to thank you for everything, and I mean everything. I really don’t know (much less would I want to conceive) what this whole situation would be like were you not there to help me every step of the way.
Legal Considerations Part 1: Differences in the laws that govern K-12 schools and schools at the post-secondary level
One of the biggest issues facing students with learning challenges and their families is the difference in laws that govern schools that service K-12 versus schools at the post-secondary level. Information in this two-part series is designed to help you better understand the transition from the laws and procedures in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act [...]
Revealing Your Secret Identity
Everything Students with Learning Differences Need to Know About College Admissions
Gap Year Advice–A Presentation
Last week I was invited by Denver Academy to give a presentation on GAP year programs. Denver Academy serves students who have a variety of learning differences. My aim with the presentation was to make two points: 1. A Gap year is a productive time for young people. It is “stopping out” of school, not [...]
Planning for College from the Eighth Grade
I get a lot of comments and questions about college couseling from my contact form on my website. Many are about my services, some are requests for help on specific topics, and some are just words of thanks or encouragement. But sometimes I get questions that really impress me. Yesterday, a young man in the [...]
Our Team
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Mark Montgomery
A former college professor and administrator, Mark Montgomery, PhD, is a college insider who can demystify universities and deliver solid advice to students and their families.
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Katherine Price
Katherine Price has over 10 years of experience in admissions and student affairs at selective colleges and universities that enable her to counsel students for success.
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Cara Ray
Cara Ray is a former admissions officer, and has a Master's degree in Higher Education. She enjoys helping students navigate their educational path, whether toward small liberal arts schools or large public universities.
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Juliet Giglio
Juliet Giglio, M.F.A, heads our upstate New York office. In addition to general college advising, Juliet specializes in working with aspiring performing artists. She holds a professional certificate in college counseling.
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Andrea Aronson
Leading our New Jersey office, Andrea Aronson holds an MBA from the Wharton School and is a candidate for a certificate in college counseling from UCLA. As a marketing expert, she assists all students in presenting themselves in the best possible light.
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Heather Creech
Heather Creech is an award-winning teacher who with over 15 years of experience in helping students with special needs transition from high school to higher education.