boarding school consulting
Wondering about the boarding school experience? Here are five reasons why it may be right for your student: Why consider a boarding school?
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Comprehensive boarding school consulting services include the following:
GOAL IDENTIFICATION
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Review and evaluate academic performance to date, highlighting areas of success as well as offering suggestions and creating a “plan of attack” for (potential) areas in need of support
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Determine specific objectives for a good school fit:
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Programmatic: academic, co-extracurricular (athletic, artistic, community service, etc.), and social
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Financial, size, location, culture, single-sex vs co-ed, etc.
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Evaluation of and preparation for the SSAT (UL & LL), ISEE, or ERB test scores in the admissions process
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In 8th grade, possibly utilize the Strong Interest Inventory® for interest exploration.
BOARDING SCHOOL LIST DEVELOPMENT
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Research potential boarding schools based on detailed and individualized intake process with student and family
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Develop, monitor, and continually revise (if necessary) list of boarding schools
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Ensure all school suggestions meet as many objectives as possible and practical
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Determine affordability, financial (need-based) aid, and merit-based aid strategies
APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
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Develop application timeline where all materials are received by the individual schools in advance of published deadlines
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Utilize shared Google documents/spreadsheets to track activity, progress, deadlines, and requirements
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Provide individual consultation on Letters of Recommendation (how many, by when, and from whom) and “brag sheets” to assist those letter writers
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Provide Standard Application Online (SAO) guidance and support (this is the equivalent of the "CommonApp" for boarding schools)
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Provide concrete advice for getting accurate and authentic information from each school during your on-campus visit and tour
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Conduct role-play sessions to help the student prepare for their interview - helping to develop confidence and deliver a lasting impact and positive impression
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Assist with clarity, objectivity, and candor of Parent Statement
PERSONAL ESSAY ASSISTANCE
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Ensure student understands the purpose and potential impact of the Personal Essay
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Brainstorm Personal Essay ideas that reflect student’s character, values, challenges, significant accomplishments, experiences, uniqueness, and writing ability
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Determine the best structure (narrative, montage, etc.) for presenting student’s Personal Essay
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Ensure a high impact and authentic voice shines through
ASSISTANCE WITH MAKING THE DECISION
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Evaluate offers of admission/financial aid/merit aid with care and sensitivity, with a particular focus on the student’s and family’s individual goals
The fee for the comprehensive boarding school consulting package starts at $5,000.
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