The Launch Mission

Launch provides students with clear structure, thoughtful guidance, and grounded insight as they navigate the college planning process. By combining individualized support with an informed perspective on how admissions decisions are made, I help students develop authentic self-understanding and explore a broader range of colleges that truly align with their strengths, goals, and interests, often opening doors to exceptional options they may not have initially considered.

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The Launch Approach

Launch is built on a comprehensive, student-centered approach that blends reflection, structure, and strategy. Each phase helps students understand themselves more deeply while navigating admissions with clarity and purpose.

  • This phase uses meaningful conversation and guided reflection to help students get a clear sense of who they are and what matters to them.

    What this includes:

    • Career and personality assessments

    • Motivational interviewing

    • Family questionnaires & student reflection surveys

    • Conversations about interests, strengths, and academic identity

    • Exploration of values, goals, and ideal learning environments

    • Early conversations about college “fit” beyond prestige

    The goal:
     A strong foundation of self-awareness, giving students clarity, confidence, and direction.

  • Students gain the structure and context they need to navigate the college landscape effectively and with ease. This stage blends organization, research, and education.

    What this includes:

    • Personalized college research systems

    • Clear organizational tools and timelines

    • Application planning documents

    • Guidance on academic rigor, curiosity, and course planning

    • Insight into admissions realities (class-building, priorities, buyers vs. sellers)

    • Conversations about affordability

    • Major and academic pathway exploration

    • Reflection exercises to define true “fit”

    The goal:
    Give students and families the tools and information they need to stay grounded, not overwhelmed.

  • Students step into the process ready to communicate who they are and why they belong where they’re applying.

    What this includes:

    • Identifying and leaning into their “why”

    • Crafting an authentic, compelling application narrative

    • Developing strong themes for essays and interviews

    • Connecting experiences, strengths, and goals

    • Making college list decisions with intention

    • Confidence-building through clarity

    • Finalizing applications with purpose, not pressure

    The goal:
     Students feel capable and ready to make aligned choices, and parents feel confident knowing each decision is thoughtful, informed, and well-supported.

What Families Can Expect

Families experience clarity, transparency, and a process that prioritizes alignment over anxiety. They gain:

  • A grounded understanding of admissions

  • Insight into their student’s strengths, interests, and goals

  • Visibility into systems, timelines, and strategy

  • A calmer, more connected family experience

  • Confidence that their student is guided by intention, not pressure

Why This Matters

The college admissions landscape can feel confusing, competitive, and fast-moving, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right support and a clear understanding of both the student and the system, families can approach the journey with confidence.

Launch offers a structured, thoughtful, and student-centered process that helps each student find the environment where they will thrive academically, personally, and as emerging young adults stepping into their next chapter with purpose.

The Landing

By the end of the college application process, Launch students and their families feel grounded, confident, and well-supported. Students submit applications that reflect their authentic narrative and a thoughtful, strategic approach moving into decision season with clarity rather than uncertainty.

When results arrive, students understand why each school was on their list, what makes each option a strong fit, and how to make an intentional decision about where they will thrive. Families experience a calm and informed conclusion to the process, supported by structure, transparency, and a clear sense of direction.

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