REGISTER BY MAY 1 FOR 20% OFF!

E-mail : sheila.alivingfamily@gmail.com

WHO

• All rising seniors or anyone applying to college
• Busy students, athletes, actors, musicians and others with limited time
• Students who find it challenging to come up with ideas, get your words out, organize everything and polish it into something that not only makes sense but has impact
• Individuals who struggle with anxiety, overwhelm or doubt around writing, the college process, school, learning or life in general
• Anyone who thinks “I don’t know what to say!” or “I hate talking about myself!”
• Anyone who values implementing the most effective process possible to have the most time for fun, family and friends
• Anyone who wants to maximize their funding and scholarship opportunities by getting apps in early

WHAT

• Up to 10 individual sessions (1 hr each)
• Finish with TWO (2) ready-to-hit-submit, 400-600 word essays

PLUS…

• • Over 4 months (June to September) with options to start early and to extend into 2025-26 school year
  • Choose convenient session dates to work around your summer and back-to-school plans 
  • Dos and Don’ts from a college admissions app reader and Director of College Guidance 
  • Variety of resources for outlines, storyboards, graphic organizers, revision techniques and more
  • Unlimited, ongoing feedback via Google docs, email and text throughout the entire process
  • Parent support, email updates as desired, plus one 30 min phone check in if needed 

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E-mail : sheila.alivingfamily@gmail.com

WHY

• More ease – Personalized support and feedback for all skill levels and interests from an experienced writing coach and teacher
• More efficiency – Chisel a little time out of summer to knock this out while still savoring and maximizing your summer break vibes
• Effective structure – Be guided through the process one step at a time while I scaffold the work, grow skills and help to meet desired deadlines
• Less stress – Save your time and energy for other priorities like college apps, academics and extracurriculars, friends, rest and family
• More joy and connection – Let me take the brunt of the grunt work while making time for parents to connect with their soon-to-be graduate

“Working with Sheila allowed our daughter to have a safe space and the professional guidance to navigate a stressful transition into college life and responsibilities.  Sheila was able to provide a calm, clear, and supportive voice in an environment that can feel overwhelming for most teenagers.  Additionally, the strategies proposed by Sheila helped our daughter chart out her academic and personal priorities in a manner that really could be applied in any post-college scenarios. From the parent perspective, we truly appreciated the regular communication from Sheila regarding her work with our daughter.  She made sure that we (the parents) were informed about any important events and progress while also being mindful of our daughter’s confidence in their relationship.  Without any reservation, we would recommend Sheila to any families who are seeking an academic or executive functioning coach.” – Eva, Parent

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OK, BUT WHAT IF???

• What if I don’t finish two essays in the 10 sessions? I got you! During our time together I will kindly but firmly guide you through the process, helping you structure your time and space sessions out to meet your need for time to write or revise. If you are truly struggling to complete work, I will pause sessions for a family discussion and agreement around how best to proceed. If you go through the process and simply need more than the initial 10 sessions to refine for your best work, let’s discuss a simple add-on package to put the finishing touches on your essays so you can feel good about hitting submit!
• What if I have no idea where I am going to college? No worries! Every college has essays and supplementals, not to mention there are competitive scholarship apps and other valuable opportunities where you will want to have some writing in your back pocket that you can count on AND ensure you max out the first come, first served scholarship and funding!
• What if I have no idea what to write? You are not alone! I LOVE helping teens have those aha! moments where they feel the ease and creative freedom to tell their story. Plus, I can help you to keep your voice authentic while also drawing in those college admissions readers. We will find words, moments and messages that feel true and meaningful to you!
• What if I have already started on my essays? That’s great! Let’s talk about a limited session package to zero in on that polish and pizazz and make that essay feel like you AND feel so good … and so good to be done! 

THE PROCESS

1. You email me a brief message- sheila.alivingfamily@gmail.com – summarizing your needs and wishes.
2. We set up times for me to talk with you for 20-30 min about needs, timing, pricing, etc. and with your child for 15-20 min to go over the process and get their input.
3. I send you a plan with dates and timing of work along an invoice where you can either pay in full or pay for the first month if you want to move forward. (All payments, including credit cards, are through Paypal. FYI – you do NOT need to have a Paypal account!)
4. You reply with adjustments, if any, and make payment when ready.
5. We get started!

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E-mail : sheila.alivingfamily@gmail.com

PRICING

Want the ease of full support?
Easy, Breezy Essay Package
10 sessions ($1250 value) → 20% off = $1000 ($250/month for four months)

Already have drafts?
Spit and Polish Package
5 sessions – ($625 value) → 20% off = $500 ($125/month for four months)

Just need to polish and proofread?
Get. It. Done. Package
3 sessions ($375 value) → 20% off = $300 ($150/month for two months) 

Want more time, an early start or smaller payments?
Head Start Package
10 sessions ($1250 value) → 20% off = $1000 ($167/month for six months)

YES! You CAN choose smaller payments and start installments in April but start sessions in June.

“Sheila approaches every interaction with students and parents with deep empathy. She comes from a place of curiosity, hoping to better understand each person’s needs and to find ways to reduce the frictions keeping them from finding moments of success. She holds each interaction in the palm of her hand with caring and desire to help each person be the best version of themselves.” – Mal, Director College Guidance and Studies

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ABOUT SHEILA

With almost two decades of experience as a certified teacher with a focus on writing/English and math, Sheila has both range and depth of experience. Her focus is on strategies, tools, skill building and support that grow independence and confidence. Her whole human and whole family approach ensures an efficient process and effective and lasting results.

“Sheila’s work creates a peaceful space where students feel safe to reach beyond their comfort zones to develop new skills and make sense of challenges. Sheila makes strong connections with families to partner in support of the whole learner. Any student who gets to work with Sheila will experience deep, meaningful affirmation and a secure, supported place to develop both their academic and life skills.” –  Megan, Learning Specialist

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E-mail : sheila.alivingfamily@gmail.com