"He actually says he likes school, and he is sad that school is out tomorrow. He is making friends, and the teachers have had only positive comments about him. He is almost a completely different child. Thank you so much for your invaluable assistance in finding this gem." A Happy Client You or someone you know might have used the services of
an independent consultant during the college search process because they are highly knowledgeable, maintain good relationships with admission directors, and can remove much of the stress in a highly competitive process. SCHOOL SOLUTIONS brings these same benefits to the private school search. As an educational consultant, I not only present for comparison many elements and programs of Houston private schools with which parents may not be familiar, but also introduce them to schools they may not yet know. I spend much of my time visiting Houston schools to gain first-hand, current knowledge of the curriculum programs, social life, and school leadership that are unique to schools I recommend. My extensive teaching and administrative experience with pre-school to 12th grade traditional and Montessori schools, and working with gifted students, students with learning disabilities, and those who were "typical learners" gives me an advantage when I evaluate schools. I also stay current with research and trends in education as evidenced by my commitment to professional development listed on the next page. Many families begin the Houston private school search on their own, but soon feel overwhelmed and need support moving toward a well-informed decision. The influences of family, peers at work and social groups are very strong in our society. A family's ethnic culture or a long family tradition with a particular school are factors that also influence school choice, but may not be in the child's best interest.
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Why Use a Consultant? Some families seek an educational consultant because they are moving and want to make the best choice for their child's school. Others want a more extensive search when their child's school ends at a particular grade, or they may be contemplating a change to a Houston private school for the first time, having always sent their child to public schools. At this point, they want to discuss public and private school options with someone with current information who can be objective. SCHOOL SOLUTIONS clients may also be students who no longer fit their current school because of their learning style, the pace at which they learn, or because the school does not offer extra-curricular programs or courses that they would like. No matter why families seek my services, I desire to find happy school solutions for their children.
This is an exciting time to be an educational
consultant because brain research is revealing so much about how children learn, and good schools are responding. I was fortunate to be an educator when we discovered how to tap into the potential of students who had been spoken of as "slow" or "lazy" or "disruptive". In my current work, I see many excellent schools where teachers have learned how to create classrooms where all kinds of minds are welcomed and can be successful.
SCHOOL SOLUTIONS BECOMES AN ADVOCATE for the student we represent. This may be a student who needs a more nurturing environment or a greater academic challenge. It could be the underachieving student, the student with a recently diagnosed learning disability, or the student who has made a poor behavioral decision. They all deserve a school where they can thrive. |
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