Boettcher’s Scholarship Recipient

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Montgomery Educational Consulting would like to congratulate Amy West on receiving the Boettcher Foundation Scholarship. Amy was one of 40 Colorado students chosen from 1300 applications to receive the merit-based scholarship. Amy is not only a top student at her high school, but she has also held leadership roles in student government, FFA, 4-H and the National Honors Society. She has also started three girl scout troops in Custer County in order to provide young girls with the opportunity for leadership development. Congratulations Amy! We are so proud of all of your accomplishments.

Katherine Price
Educational Consultant

Jared Hobson

Jared serves as President of Great College Advice, where he sets strategic direction for the firm as well as being involved in sales & marketing and college consulting. Jared has an MBA from Cornell University, where he served on its Student Admissions Committee. His consulting philosophy emphasizes personalized attention to help identify the right college fit for each student.

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