Transition to College:
5-Session Support Package
Session One
1
- Intake Session with Dr. Tara Williams to include evaluation of strengths and weaknesses from high school to plan for the year ahead
- Navigate college email system and Learning Management System (if available)
- Accommodations email to Office of Accessibility if applicable to set up intake appointment. Please have your paperwork ready to be sent in with the email - letters from doctors, test results, etc.
Session Two
2
- Check email for updates regarding advising, housing, orientation, etc. and help student plan and respond accordingly
- Look at current class schedule if you have one. If not, do you have a meeting with your advisor?
- Go over course descriptions in the College handbook - brainstorm courses of interest both in major and general education requirements to prepare for advisor meeting
Session Three
3
- Check email for updates regarding advising, housing, orientation, etc. and help student plan and respond accordingly
- Customized plan for the student - planning and organization system, get started on block scheduling on app or planner of choice, app recommendations if needed
Session Four
4
- Check email for updates regarding advising, housing, orientation, etc. and help student plan and respond accordingly
- A normal day in college - let’s plan one together from start to finish
- Go over your campus map and indicate important locations and their hours.
- Write these down in your free downloadable planner or in your own planner or phone
Session Five
5
- Check email for updates regarding advising, housing, orientation, etc. and help student plan and respond accordingly
- Orientation Preparation - schedule of events both required and interested in attending
- Semester Checklist (books, dorm materials, office supplies, final schedule, etc.)
Ad Hoc Sessions:
- Intro to Library and Databases
- How to Write a College Paper (outlining and finding sources)
- Registration Assistance
- Drop/Add Assistance
- Accommodation Assistance (Set-up and management for beginning of semester)
- Study plans for midterms and finals
- Final Paper and Project Plan Ahead Schedule
Testimonials
What Our Students Are Saying
"I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Tara and her team. The tutors assigned have consistently adapted to my individual needs and learning style, ensuring a tailored and effective educational experience. Tara and her team are highly responsive and easy to collaborate with, and having access to tutors at any time has been immensely beneficial given my busy schedule. Additionally, I appreciate the personal touch they bring to their work. They demonstrate a genuine concern not only for my academic progress but also for my overall well-being, making each tutoring session something I look forward to."
"Dr. Williams has an amazing ability to work with students with executive functioning challenges. She understands their struggles both academically and mentally. Her coaching was a game-changer for our son when she started working with him. She helped him organize, prioritize, and add an important layer of proactive deadlines to manage his very full and fast-paced school life. She also understands a student's mindset and the whole picture of college life. I can’t recommend Dr. Williams enough as a coach. Our son is not only more successful academically, he is happier and more confident!"
Jacqueline L.