One of the premier boys schools in the nation, McCallie has provided rigorous college preparation in a Christian context since 1905. McCallie is an achievement-oriented community that encourages boys to strive toward academic excellence and commit to a student-administered honor system. McCallie offers a coordinate program with Girls Preparatory School, AP courses in all disciplines, an extensive weekend activities program, 14 competitive varsity sports, and 39 different intramural tournaments... Featured: McCallie School
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This directory lists educational consultants that offer placement services in college-preparatory and special-needs boarding schools. Consultants can guide families through the details of the admissions process, save them significant amounts of time in researching schools, and increase the likelihood of a successful boarding school search. Consultants are professionals that charge a fee for their services.

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AZ (Phoenix)
 
Ken Davis
MA Ed CTRS Site member since: May 2007
8800 North 107th Avenue Suite 68 Peoria, AZ 45345, USA
886 North Cofo Center Court Suite 1097, Phoenix, AZ 85345, USA
 
Phone:  602-244-9588 Fax:  602-275-2587
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://educationalplanningandcounselingservices.com/index.html
 
 
Ken is an Educational Consultant located in Phoenix. He works with special needs students from K-12 grades and through college. His experience includes therapeutic school placement for students struggling with educational challenges such as emotional growth and behavioral or learning differences. Parents will also find, when they are looking for both a traditional boarding school placement or a therapeutic setting, his broad knowledge of schools, will help significantly. Ken’s work in this area has helped parents obtain critical academic support and choosing the best learning environment to suit a student’s specific needs. This requires meeting with parents to discuss these options. Parents can arrange a home visit or meet at our locations. He also works with international placement families.

Ken visits schools yearly across the country and abroad. He will assess students with the right learning environment to help parents with these challenges. As a former special education teacher, author and therapist, parents will find his services to be helpful with any student with special needs or a gifted student.

Ken earned his Master of Arts in Education from Pepperdine University and holds a Bachelor of Science from Abilene Christian University. Graduate studies University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Wayne State University. He is also a professional member of the Society of Educational Consultants, in London, England. and affiliate of The National Therapeutic Schools and Programs Association, and a renewing member of The Higher Education Consultants Association and anticipated member of Small Boarding School Association. He is also a member of the Better Business Bureau.

Ken is featured in past publication for Raising AZ Kids, and written for other publications. He also appeared on local television in Phoenix with Stewart Cyment of the Parents Resource Guide. Ken addressed special needs placement in this featured program. Ken also recently completed a Parent's Guide for Hiring an Educational Consultant which is available to new clients and existing parents. Most parents will find his services very diverse and bridging the gap for K-12 placement for students. Parent's can also locate his work with College Match at the link highlighted.
 
CA (Palo Alto)
 
Dr. Mark Burdick
PH.D. Site member since: September 2003
415 Cambridge Ave. Suite 15, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA
 
Phone:  650-380-2011 Fax:  650-380-2011
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.drburdick.com
 
 
A licensed and credentialed psychological and educational resource center offering reliable, ethical, and thorough placement and assessment services in the Bay area. Background includes clinical, school, forensic, and health psychology, with over 25 years of private, public school and clinic experience. Dr. Burdick serves as the Vice Chair of the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, and sits on a number of other state & national professional boards. He is also an international educational consultant. His other websites include: http://www.worldeducationalconsulting.com.
 
CA (Tarzana)
 
Dr. Dani Levine
Ph.D. Site member since: May 2009
18663 Ventura Blvd. Ste 232, Tarzana, CA 91356, USA
 
Phone:  818-996-9880 Fax:  818-474-7088
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  www.thestepgroup.com
 
 
Dr. Dani Levine, is a Licensed Psychologist and Educational Consultant with over fourteen years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Her expertise in psychological and educational testing assist her in identifying emotional, learning, social and behavioral problems to aid in the school placement process. Dr. Levine's group has extensive knowledge of residential therapeutic options for at risk teens. Her clinical experience makes her highly qualified to match students struggling with educational, behavioral, social and emotional difficulties with therapeutic schools and programs across the country.
 
CT (Cos Cob)
 
Victoria Newman
Executive Director Site member since: May 2009
49 River Rd, Cos Cob, CT 06807, USA
 
Phone:  (203)661-1609 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.greenwichedprep.com
 
 
Choosing the right placement for your child is an important and potentially life-changing decision. Our experienced team of educational consultants offers personalized assistance to you and your family as you strive to provide the best education possible for your child. Our educational consultants will work with your family to find the appropriate educational environment for your son or daughter.
 
CT (Darien)
 
Darien Academic Advisors 
Kristin White - Director Site member since: March 2005
12 Clock Avenue, Darien, CT 06820, USA
 
Phone:  973-635-8228 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.darienacademicadvisors.com
 
 
We specialize in boarding school consulting, visiting many campuses and meeting with admissions directors to stay up to date on changes in school environment. We work with families in helping them to find several “good match” schools. Whether your child is a high-achiever looking for a greater challenge, or a student who is struggling and in need of more support, we will find appropriate schools.

We then help students to put their best foot forward in the competitive admissions process. A special consulting program is offered for “long distance” families outside of the NY/NJ area. Also, we have experience working with 11th grade and PG placements, and with families who start the process in the spring or summer, after many deadlines. Our rates are reasonable.

Kristin White, director, is an associate member of IECA, a member of the SSAT Board, the Small Boarding Schools Association, and the NJ Association for College Admission Counseling. For detailed information, please visit: http://www.darienacademicadvisors.com.
 
CT (Goshen)
 
Tom O'Dell Educational Consulting LLC
Site member since: February 2007
215 Milton Road, Goshen, CT 06756, USA
 
Phone:  (860)387-3452 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.tomodelledcons.com
 
 
Tom O'Dell has worked in the independent school business for close to 30 years. Over the years, he has guided many families in placing their children in boarding schools throughout the country. Tom is a former boarding school Headmaster, Director of Admissions, Director of Placement, and teacher/coach/advisor.

His consulting services range from a general assessment of the student's educational needs to a comprehensive analysis with recommendations on appropriate placements and a full range of follow up services. He specializes in placing students with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Learning Disabilities.

Tom is a member of the Independent Educational Consultant Association (IECA) and the Vice-President of the Small Boarding School Association.
 
CT (New Canaan)
 
Emilie Hinman
Educational Consultant, Member of IECA Site member since: April 2004
181 Elm Street, New Canaan, CT 06840, USA
 
Phone:  203-625-6344 Fax:  203-622-0423
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.dunbarconsultants.com
 
 
Emilie Hinman, is a consultant with Dunbar Educational Consultants of Greenwich and New Canaan, CT. Mrs. Hinman provides services to families of boarding school and college bound students to find the best academic and social environment for each individual student. During the process we will capitalize on the student's strengths, special talents and interests, developing appropriate lists based on individual records, interests and needs. By working together the application process will likely be a positive one - one that encourages students and offers parents peace of mind. Emilie Hinman is a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association, IECA, a member of the Secondary Schools Admission Test Board, SSATB, and of the Small Boarding Schools Association.
 
D.C. (Washington)
 
Ross Blankenship
Director, Educational Consultant Site member since: April 2008
620 Constitution Ave, Washington, D.C. 20002, USA
 
Phone:  (800)658-0784 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.TopTestPrep.com
 
 
Ross Blankenship is an admissions analyst and admissions counselor. He is also an author and co-founder of Miro Advantage and TopTestPrep.com, test prep and admissions. They help students get into top private schools across the country.
 
FL (Wellington)
 
Judi Robinovitz
M.S., C.E.P., I.E.C.A. Site member since: September 2003
3010 N Military Trail Suite 220, Boca Raton, FL 33431, USA
6250 Coral Ridge Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33076, USA
2513 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410, USA
23008 South Shore Blvd, Suite 105, Wellington, FL 33414, USA
 
Phone:  (561)241-1610( Boca Raton )
(954) 510-0500 ( Coral Springs )
(561) 626-2662 ( Palm Beach Gardens )
(561) 333-8882 ( Wellington )
(877) 438-2400 ( toll free )
Fax:  (561)241-1605( Boca Raton )
(954) 510-0602 ( Coral Springs )
(561) 626-2756 ( Palm Beach Gardens )
(561) 333-8840 ( Wellington )
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.ScoreAtTheTop.com
 
 
Judi Robinovitz is a Certified Educational Planner with more than 30 years of experience in education. Specializing in educational planning for boarding school, college, and graduate school, she is also the author of numerous books, articles, and software on test preparation and educational planning. To keep pace with current educational trends, Robinovitz continually travels across America to assess colleges, boarding schools, therapeutic schools, and wilderness intervention programs.

Robinovitz’s independent-school expertise ranges from Florida private schools to boarding schools throughout the country, including therapeutic boarding schools and schools with comprehensive support programs for students with learning or attention challenges. She carefully guides families through the school selection and application process, supporting them with follow-up consultations throughout the term of placement.

As an active member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, and the Secondary School Admission Test Board, Robinovitz is part of a professional network of admission directors, educators, psychologists and other educational consultants. She is also a member of the National Learning Disabilities Association and the Orton Dyslexia Society.

Fully committed to quality education for a broad spectrum of students, Robinovitz owns three learning centers in South Florida. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools, the centers' professional tutors provide the highest quality academic support services as well as courses for academic credit and homeschooling in grades 1 through 12. A testing site for the SSAT, PSAT, and AP exams, Robinovitz and her staff also offer test preparation for the SSAT, ISEE, SAT, ACT, FCAT, and all other standardized tests.

Robinovitz studied at Harvard University, Rutgers University, and the University of Connecticut. She holds graduate and undergraduate degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science, all with highest honors. She is also a member of Phi Beta Kappa.

True to her mission statement, "Promoting educational excellence to help students score at the top of their potential," Robinovitz does just that!
 
IL (Glencoe)
 
Karen Mabie
Ed.S., NCSP Site member since: July 2008
P.O. Box 49, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA
 
Phone:  847-242-0865 Fax:  847-835-0345
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.theschoolsolution.com
 
 
Karen Mabie specializes in finding the appropriate residential school for students who are no longer successful in their local school. Karen is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist who travels to over 60 schools and programs each year. With her expertise she can evaluate your students particular educational, social and emotional requirements and reccomend some placements where your student can begin his or her journey to success.
 
KY (Lexington)
 
Shropshire Educational Consulting, LLC
CEP Site member since: December 2004
3079 1/2 Royster Road, Lexington, KY 40516, USA
 
Phone:  859-396-9508 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.shroped.net
 
 
Jane Schoenfeld Shropshire, an educational consultant since 1996, helps students and families with school and college searches of all types. She brings a valuable perspective on college admission to the boarding school search: previously, she served on admission committees at Tufts and Brandeis universities, as assistant provost at Brandeis and as associate dean of admission at Washington University in St. Louis. Throughout her years on college admission committees, she visited hundreds of boarding and day schools nationwide and overseas, and she has since continued to visit and learn about additional schools and colleges in order to help families identify the best match for their children. Ms. Shropshire is a graduate of Tufts and has completed graduate coursework at Tufts, Brandeis and Washington universities. She is a past president of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) and a Certified Educational Planner (CEP).
 
MA (Boston)
 
Amanda McMullen
M.S. Site member since: January 2006
264 Beacon Street, Suite 1R, Boston, MA 02116, USA
 
Phone:  617-236-4747 Fax:  617-236-1515
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.masonconsult.com
 
 
Ben Mason and his associates, Maureen Brennan, Kathy Meyer, and Amanda McMullen, are experienced educational consultants providing parents, their advisors, businesses and schools a tightly-focused array of educational placement services at reasonable cost.

Founded more than 20 years ago, we operate offices in Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Utah and Vermont, but have clients in Canada and worldwide. We will travel anywhere to meet with students and their families.
 
MA (Braintree)
 
The Goldberg Center for Educational Planning™
M.Ed., CEP, M.S., M.A., L.M.H.C., N.C.C., L.I.C.S.W., IECA Site member since: January 2005
25 Braintree Hill Park – Suite 406, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
 
Phone:  781-848-8800 Fax:  781-848-4444
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.edconsult.org
 
 
Leslie S. Goldberg & Associates, LLC created The Goldberg Center for Educational Planning™ as a multidisciplinary approach to more sophisticated educational consulting. This concept, one of the first of its kind in the world, introduces a comprehensive range of integrated services designed to address the unique educational planning needs of each individual student. This center brings together the disciplines of educational consulting, advocacy, intervention and family supports into a central hub for addressing educational, social, emotional, behavioral and environmental drivers in the educational planning process. The professionals at The Goldberg Center bring to the educational planning process decades of experience working both in admissions offices and in private practice and are highly credentialed in a wide range of disciplines covering the many aspects of truly comprehensive educational planning. The Goldberg Center is an authorized test site for the ISEE and SSAT.

(Offices also in Connecticut and New York)
 
MA (Cambridge)
 
AQ Educational Consulting
Site member since: October 2007
86 Kirkland Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
 
Phone:  617-623-4212 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.aqeducationalconsulting.com/
 
 
Marylou Marcus & Tom O'Dell lead AQ Educational Consulting. Tom and Marylou know that understanding each unique student and family provides the key to every successful placement. They draw on their 25+ years of combined experience as admission directors to provide outstanding expertise and perspective when guiding a family through the boarding school search process.

Contact AQ Educational Consulting to learn more about how we can help you find the right boarding school for your child.
 
MA (Easthampton)
 
Heather A. Johnson
M.Ed., Member of IECA Site member since: November 2006
196 Main Street, Easthampton, MA 01027, USA
 
Phone:  413-552-8213 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.heatherjohnsonassociates.com
 
 
Heather Johnson is an educational consultant specializing in boarding school and college guidance. After identifying the specific needs of an individual student, Heather will work closely with the student and the family to guide them through the process. Heather has a B.A. from Carleton College and an M.Ed. from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. She is the product of boarding school and has spent fourteen years in boarding school admission, and the past few years in college placement and financial aid. Heather is a Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association and a member of NEACAC.
 
MA (Newton)
 
Renee LeWinter Goldberg and Marvin A. Goldberg
EdD, IECA, CEP, MSW Site member since: September 2003
Offices in Newton and Worcester, MA
The Riverside Center, 275 Grove St., Building 2, 4th Floor, Newton, MA 02466, USA
 
Phone:  617-864-8864 Fax:  508-304-9257
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.optionsined.com
 
 
We are experienced educational planners with more than 30 years experience combined. We assist students with college-preparatory boarding schools as well as special needs schools and programs. We tailor our services to meet the unique needs and strengths of each client. We are patient, professional and prepared. Our approach is student-focused and we are committed to our clients successfully reaching their educational goals. Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), American Institute of Certified Educational Planners (AICEP), National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), Learning Disabilities Association (LDA), Learning Disabilities Worldwide (LDW). We have an affiliation with the Hallowell Center in Sudbury, MA. We see Hallowell Center clients for school and college planning at the Hallowell Center offices - we continue to see clients in our own practice as well.
 
MA (Sagamore Beach)
 
Starr & Chapman, Inc.
Educational Consultants Site member since: May 2005
PO Box 2087, Sagamore Beach, MA 02562, USA
 
Phone:  774-413-7227 Fax:  774-413-7228
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.starrandchapman.com
 
 
Starr & Chapman, Inc. is an educational consultant service aiding families in search of the best educational match. Christine Chapman works with traditional students aged 9-21 seeking placement at independent schools and colleges. Starr & Chapman, Inc. has guided over 2,000 families through this process and offers a range of services for both domestic and international families, including educational programs, boarding school & college placement, and student management services for parents who live far from their children during the school year and require added support. We offer full placement packages in addition to an hourly payment option for families who do not need a full, comprehensive service.
 
MA (Shelburne)
 
Peter W. Stevens Educational Consulting
M. A. Site member since: January 2007
270 S. Shelburne Rd., Shelburne, MA 01370, USA
 
Phone:  413-625-0064 (office)
 413-320-7010 (mobile)
Fax:  413-625-9558
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.peterwstevens.com
 
 
Peter Stevens offers consulting and placement services for traditional and therapeutic boarding schools, and colleges. Lifetime in independent school work including teacher, counselor, and 25 years as headmaster in three countries and three states. Seven years in therapeutic schools. Located in heart of New England; national/international clientele. Associate Member IECA. Professional Member NEACAC, NACAC. Board of Directors, Small Boarding Schools Association.
 
ME (Cherryfield)
 
DK Associates 
Ed Consultants Site member since: August 2004
PO Box 36, Cherryfield, ME 04622, USA
 
Phone:  207-546-7559 Fax:  207-546-2464
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.dkeducational.com
 
 
Peter Duston, Erika Sprague in Maine, Hitomi Kawasaki in Japan assist international students finding boarding school, summer school and college placements in New England. DK provides host family guardianship, visits students and provides family-like support for vacations. DK assists schools and families with difficult placements, suspension services for schools and students and second chance placements for dismissed students. DK offers 35 plus years of educational experience at all levels.

In Japan, please contact Duston Ryugaku Center, Vertex Iizuka co., Ltd at tmiizuka@gaia.eonet.ne.jp. Please also visit our Japanese web site: http://www.ryugaku-d.com.
 
MO (St. Louis)
 
Independent School Placement Service of St. Louis, LLC
Rosalyn Lowenhaupt, CEP
CEP Site member since: September 2003
7710 Carondelet Avenue, Suite 101, St. Louis, MO 63105, USA
 
Phone:  (314)727-4909 (St. Louis, MO) Fax:  314-727-4340
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  
 
 
Rosalyn Lowenhaupt helps students and families with school and college searches of all types. In 1981, Ms. Lowenhaupt saw the need for such a service following nine years of teaching in day and boarding schools. Ms. Lowenhaupt holds an A.B. from Radcliffe College and an M.A. from University of Michigan. Ms. Lowenhaupt is a member of IECA and a Certified Educational Planner.
 
NC (Raleigh)
 
Robert Knox Kennedy & Associates
Director Site member since: April 2005
1061-303 Wirewood Drive, Raleigh, NC 27605, USA
 
Phone:  (919)656-5164 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.robertknoxkennedy.com
 
 
Robert Knox Kennedy offers professional assistance with choosing the right private high school for your child.

A graduate of McGill University and a diplomate of the Royal College of Organists, Kennedy draws on his more than 35 years of experience in music education to give you and your child sound, practical solutions. Kennedy has lived in Montreal, New York, London, Litchfield County in Connecticut, Nassau (Bahamas) and Miami. His four children attended private schools. He was co-founder and vice-principal of a private day school in Nassau.

Kennedy has been the Private School Guide for About.com (a New York Times company) since 1997. Based in Raleigh, NC, he also is available by appointment in Savannah, GA and Toronto, Ontario.
 
NJ (Chatham)
 
Darien Academic Advisors 
Kristin White - Director Site member since: August 2004
323 Main Street, Chatham, NJ 07928, USA
 
Phone:  973-635-8228 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.darienacademicadvisors.com
 
 
We specialize in boarding school consulting, visiting many campuses and meeting with admissions directors to stay up to date on changes in school environment. We work with families in helping them to find several “good match” schools. Whether your child is a high-achiever looking for a greater challenge, or a student who is struggling and in need of more support, we will find appropriate schools.

We then help students to put their best foot forward in the competitive admissions process. A special consulting program is offered for “long distance” families outside of the NY/NJ area. Also, we have experience working with 11th grade and PG placements, and with families who start the process in the spring or summer, after many deadlines. Our rates are reasonable.

Kristin White, director, is an associate member of IECA, a member of the SSAT Board, the Small Boarding Schools Association, and the NJ Association for College Admission Counseling. For detailed information, please visit: http://www.darienacademicadvisors.com.
 
NY (New York)
 
Benjamin L. Mason
CEP Site member since: April 2008
117 W 72nd St., Suite 310, New York, NY 10023, USA
 
Phone:  802-425-7600 Fax:  802-425-7601
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.masonconsult.com
 
 
Ben Mason and his associates, Maureen Brennan, Kathy Meyer and Amanda McMullen, are experienced educational consultants providing parents, their advisors, businesses and schools a tightly-focused array of educational placement services at reasonable cost.

Founded more than 20 years ago, we operate offices in Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Utah and Vermont, but have clients in Canada and worldwide. We will travel anywhere to meet with students and their families.
 
NY (Roslyn Heights)
 
Stephen Migden, Ph.D. and Sherry Henig, Ph.D.
Site member since: March 2008
142 Mineola Ave., Ste. 2I, Roslyn Heights, NY 11577, USA
 
Phone:  516-625-0824 Fax:  516-625-0824
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.psychologicalandeducationalservices.com
 
 
We specialize in boarding school and PG placements for students with learning differences and/or special needs. We work with a very wide range of students, and we have considerable experience helping college-bound students with dyslexia, ADD and similar learning differences find challenging yet supportive schools. Stephen Migden, Ph.D., ABPP is a professional member of IECA. Sherry Henig, Ph.D. is an associate member of IECA.
 
NY (Scarborough)
 
Diane Rapp
CEP Site member since: September 2003
85 River Road, Scarborough, NY 10510, USA
 
Phone:  914-945-0630 Fax:  914-923-1416
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  
 
 
20 years of experience placing students in boarding schools and summer programs. Specializing in international students. Having lived in Asia for 10 years I understand the needs and backgrounds of students coming from thousands of miles away. Very personalized approach.
 
OH (Cleveland)
 
Marla Simon
MSSA LSW Site member since: June 2004
P.O. Box 24931, Cleveland, OH 44124, USA
 
Phone:  216-272-8080 Fax:  888-866-4851
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.educationaloptions4u.com
 
 
Change starts with the first step.

Educational Options provide day/boarding school, therapeutic programs/schools and crisis intervention placement for students across the country. Teenagers or Young Adults may desire a more challenging academic environment or they may face special challenges including: ADHD, LD, NVLD, emotional or psychiatric issues, Family Conflict, Addictive Behaviors, and other such special needs.

Ms. Simon brings her extensive knowledge of programs and is dedicated to matching the individual needs of your student with the appropriate program/school. Since 1991 Ms Simon has worked with families and adolescents with a variety of gifts and challenges.

Ms. Simon is continuously traveling across the country to serve families and keep up to date with the latest school information. She is a member of and attends local and national conferences of: the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs (NATSAP), Small Boarding School Association (SBSA), Learning Disabilities Association (LDA), International Dyslexia Association (IDA), and Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (CHADD).
 
PA (Johnstown)
 
AFG & Associates
MS Ed, PhD, LLD Site member since: August 2007
1513 Scalp Ave. Suite 260-112, Johnstown, PA 15904, USA
 
Phone:  (814)341-5419 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.afg-associates.com
 
 
The professionals at AFG & Associates bring to the educational planning process decades of experience working both in Academia and in private practice. Associates are highly credentialed in a wide range of disciplines covering the many aspects of truly comprehensive educational planning.

Our consulting services range from a general assessment of the student's educational needs to a comprehensive analysis with recommendations on appropriate placements and a full range of follow up services.

Dr Ganzy studied at Duquesne University, Nova South Eastern University, and the College of Law of England and Wales. He holds graduate and undergraduate degrees in Theology, Education, Computer Science and International Law.

AFG & Associates is an authorized test site for the SSAT.
 
PA (Philadelphia)
 
Joseph Dobson
MA Site member since: September 2003
8238 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118, USA
 
Phone:  215-242-3587 Fax:  215-242-3588
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.dobconsult.com
 
 
Jody Dobson has worked with kids and schools for over 40 years as a teacher, school administrator and educational consultant. He places children and young adults in day schools, boarding schools, post-secondary programs, and special needs programs of all kinds.

Jody holds a BA from Williams College and a MA from Columbia University. He is a member of IECA (Independent Educational Consultants Association) and has served on their Board of Directors, Membership Committee, and Schools Committee, as well as on the IECA Foundation Board of Trustees. He is a member of SBSA (Small Boarding Schools Association) and SSATB (Secondary Schools Admision Test Board) in addition to other memberships, and he provides independent administration of the SSAT.

The placement process for his clients is highly individualized. Through in-depth conversations with the child or young adult and the parents, thorough review of testing and school records, and consultations with other professionals in the client's life, Jody is able to recommend schools and programs that are well suited to each client's individual needs. He spends an average of one week each month attending conferences and visiting schools and programs - local, national, and international - in order to provide his clients with current, first-hand knowledge of the most appropriate educational opportunities.
 
RI (Westerly)
 
Maureen Brennan
B.A., M.S. Site member since: November 2007
16 High St., Ste. 7, Westerly, RI 02891, USA
 
Phone:  401-348-0729 Fax:  401-315-0462
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.masonconsult.com
 
 
Ben Mason and his associates, Maureen Brennan, Kathy Meyer, and Amanda McMullen, are experienced educational consultants providing parents, their advisors, businesses and schools a tightly-focused array of educational placement services at reasonable cost.

Founded more than 20 years ago, we operate offices in Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Utah and Vermont, but have clients in Canada and worldwide. We will travel anywhere to meet with students and their families.
 
SC (Greenville)
 
William S. Dingledine, Jr.
MS, CEP Site member since: September 2003
P.O. Box 5249, Greenville, SC 29606, USA
 
Phone:  864.467.1838 Fax:  864.467.0780
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.educdir.com
 
 
Bill Dingledine is a Certified Educational Planner with 30 years experience in education. He received his B.A. from the University of Virginia and his M.S. in education from Johns Hopkins University. As Assistant Headmaster and Upper School Director at Christ Church Episcopal School in Greenville, S.C. from 1985-96, he oversaw school admissions and college guidance. His broad range of experience and knowledge gives him particular insight into the needs of middle and high school students and the types of educational experiences available throughout the country. He holds membership in the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC) and the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA).
 
TX (Houston)
 
Lindy Kahn Associates, Inc.
M.A., CEP, Member IECA Site member since: September 2003
6717 Vanderbilt, Houston, TX 77005, USA
 
Phone:  (713) 668-2609; (800) 664-2609 Fax:  (713) 668-4551
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.educationalconsulting.com
 
 
Lindy Kahn, M.A., is a Certified Educational Planner, with more than 20 years of experience in the field of education. She brings her skills, extensive knowledge and compassion to the field of educational consulting. Ms. Kahn maintains an independent practice, since 1995, advising families on day schools, boarding schools, college guidance, summer enrichment, post-secondary options, as well as special schools for students with learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD. Additionally, she specializes in placing students facing behavioral, psychiatric or neurological challenges in therapeutic schools, wilderness programs and residential treatment centers. She has helped guide hundreds of families choose the best educational option for their student.

Ms. Kahn is a member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), Texas Association for College Admission Counseling (TACAC), National Association for Therapy Schools and Programs (NATSAP), and the Secondary School Admission Test Board (SSATB). Ms. Kahn attends conferences and organizational meetings yearly to stay abreast of current trends in the industry. She prides herself on her firsthand knowledge of educational facilities, spending some 30 percent of her time visiting schools, special programs and colleges throughout the year.

Ms. Kahn is truly “Committed to students and families”. Because her clients are students of varying abilities and needs, she welcomes their individual differences, and enjoys the distinctive qualities that each one brings to the process. Students served, range in age from elementary school, (6+) through post-secondary, (18-28).
 
TX (Houston)
 
Deborah Ann Spagnoletti
M.A.,CEP, IECA Site member since: January 2004
2202 Dunraven Lane, Houston, TX 77019, USA
 
Phone:  (713)962-8506 Fax:  (713)874-0545
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.echusa.com
 
 
Educational consultant in Houston, Texas. Helping families since 1999. Specializing in helping families to find an appropriate boarding school, including Junior Boarding and PG Programs. Will take overseas clients. Teaching experience in both USA and UK schools. Member IECA, and serving as the Vice Chair on the IECA national committee for schools.
 
UT (Park City)
 
Kathy Meyer
MSW Site member since: April 2008
PO Box 682985, Park City, UT 84068, USA
 
Phone:  435-640-8779 Fax:  
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.masonconsult.com
 
 
Ben Mason and his associates, Maureen Brennan, Kathy Meyer and Amanda McMullen, are experienced educational consultants providing parents, their advisors, businesses and schools a tightly-focused array of educational placement services at reasonable cost.

Founded more than 20 years ago, we operate offices in Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Utah and Vermont, but have clients in Canada and worldwide. We will travel anywhere to meet with students and their families.
 
VT (Charlotte)
 
Benjamin Mason
CEP Site member since: November 2007
PO Box 59, Charlotte, VT 05445, USA
 
Phone:  802-425-7600 Fax:  802-425-7601
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.masonconsult.com
 
 
Ben Mason and his associates, Maureen Brennan and Amanda McMullen, are experienced educational consultants providing parents, their advisors, businesses and schools a tightly-focused array of educational placement services at reasonable cost.

Founded almost 20 years ago, we operate three offices in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Vermont, but have clients in Canada and worldwide. We will travel anywhere to meet with students and their families.
 
WY (NONE)
 
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Site member since: April 2007
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China (Shanghai)

 
Lucy Shih
Site member since: June 2009
A3-101, 808 Hong Qiao Rd., Shanghai,  200030, China
 
Phone:   +86-21-64476060 Fax:   +86-21-64481221
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.haiyi.com
 
 
Lucy Shih has been in education consulting service for over ten years, with rich experience in advising young learners and the family about their education planning and visa application.
 

Taiwan (Taipei)

 
Envision Study Group
Site member since: January 2009
11F-3 No 6 Hsinyi Rd Sec 4, Taipei,  , Taiwan
 
Phone:   +886 2 2708 3805 ext 26 Fax:   +886 2 2707 0480
Email: Email this consultant Send a message Web:  http://www.envisionprep.com
 
 
Envision is the #1 boarding school/college admission consultant/SAT prep in Taiwan. We also advise families in Hong Kong, China, Southeast Asia, Japan and California. Our staff speaks Mandarin, Taiwanese (Hokkien) & Cantonese. We understand what Chinese/Asian parents want. We can boost SSAT/SAT scores! 50%+ of our students are admitted to USNews top 20 schools.
 
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