Academic Summer Programs
Middle School Mastery
This program uses a hands-on interactive approach and is tailored to each student's individual needs. Topics include:
navigating the increased expectations of middle school
smoothly transition to multiple teachers who may have different expectations
managing increased homework and difficulty of assignments
becoming more independent learners
building high school readiness skills
Nailing 9th Grade
Designed for rising 9th-grade students, this program focuses on:
meeting the increased expectations required of students in high school
building independence and responsibility
learning effective study and note-taking strategies
self-advocacy
how to balance academics and extracurriculars
strategies to avoid procrastination
building the executive function skills necessary for high school success
College Planning for Rising 11th Graders
This academic coaching program will focus on helping rising high school juniors determine their path forward after high school. Students will learn how to:
strengthen their academic profile
build a resume
explore interests that relate to possible college majors and career opportunities
research colleges and create an appropriate list
determine which college testing (ACT, SAT, etc.) works best for them
connect with schools
navigate college websites
College Planning for Rising 12th Graders
This academic coaching program will focus on helping rising high school seniors complete the application process for college. Students will receive help in:
narrowing down their list of schools
making contact with their top choice schools
completing applications
meeting deadlines
sending transcripts and/or test scores
brainstorming essay topics
editing their resume
discussing financial aid and scholarship options
Freshman Foundations
Students will learn executive function strategies to navigate college effectively. These include:
assistance with registering for classes
how to navigate college Learning Management Platforms (Blackboard/Canvas)
setting up outlook email
registering for student organizations
organization and time management
pre-planning and prioritizing
self-advocacy skills
establishing routines
College ReStart Program
Students will learn how to establish school support systems and effective self-advocacy strategies. Executive function skills will be taught such as:
organization skills and time management
scheduling and prioritizing
keeping focused, on track, and accountable
Additional skills will be included as needed based on each student's needs
Coaching for Summer Classes
A condensed summer semester means adjusting to the fast-paced expectations of academics while balancing summer jobs and activities. Students will learn strategies such as:
keeping focused, on track, and accountable
organization and time management
prioritizing
self-advocacy
College to Career
For college students or recent college graduates ready to start the internship or job search process