Sandy Reader
Executive Function Coach
Executive Function Readiness for College
Building the Skills to Stay Focused, Organized, and Independent
Senior year brings more freedom — and more responsibility. Between challenging classes, college applications, and preparing for life after high school, many students feel overwhelmed trying to manage it all.
​
Parents notice growing stress or last-minute scrambles.
Counselors and teachers want to help, but can’t always offer the consistent follow-through students need.
​
That’s where Executive Function Coaching makes all the difference.
EF Coaching for High School Seniors
Preparing Students for the Demands of Senior Year and College Life
Is Staying Organized and
Focused a Struggle?
-
Students feel overwhelmed by balancing deadlines, schoolwork, and responsibilities.
-
Parents see patterns of procrastination or last-minute panic.
-
Teachers and counselors want to help but can’t monitor progress daily.
-
It’s not about motivation — it’s about having the right structure, tools, and strategies to manage it all.
It’s not about motivation — it’s about having the right structure, tools, and strategies to manage it all.
How Executive Function Coaching Helps
Through personalized one-on-one sessions, students learn how to:
-
Manage time effectively — use planners, calendars, and realistic scheduling tools.
-
Plan ahead — break long-term goals into achievable steps.
-
Stay organized — create systems for tracking assignments, deadlines, and priorities.
-
Follow through — build routines that strengthen consistency and self-accountability.
-
Self-monitor — learn to recognize roadblocks and make real-time adjustments.
​
Why It Matters Before College
High school seniors who build strong executive function skills are more prepared for the independence of college.
They develop:
-
Confidence in managing workload and responsibilities.
-
Skills to adapt when things get stressful or complex.
-
Habits that reduce stress at home and improve communication.
A Collaborative Approach to College Readiness
Helping Families Understand Student Strengths and College Readiness Skills
Preparing for college and adulthood takes more than strong grades — it requires essential life skills, self-management, and executive function development.
​
In partnership with Thrive College Counseling, our introductory readiness package helps families gain a clear picture of where students are—and what support will help them thrive.
​
This collaborative process helps families:
-
Identify student strengths and areas for growth in key college readiness skills.
-
Assess readiness for college-level independence, organization, and self-management.
-
Understand how college expectations differ from high school.
-
Create a personalized plan to build confidence, capability, and preparation for the next chapter.
​
College Readiness Package
Initial Free Consultation
Meet with Sandy and Marci to discuss the transition to college, share relevant background information, and learn about our services.
Strong Interest Inventory
Marci will begin the next step by sharing a link to take the Strong Interest Inventory, a 30 minute assessment which helps students identify career fields that align with their interests. After the survey is completed by the student, there will be a one hour session with Marci and the student to review the results and discuss practical information to help consider future goals. This will serve to motivate and offer direction for the student as they begin to address their college readiness and EF skill building.
EF Readines Survey
Sandy will provide a 20–30 minute survey for both the student and parent, offering a comprehensive snapshot of how prepared the student is to manage academic, personal, and daily responsibilities that come with the transition to college. This insight will guide the skill-building work we’ll do during our four coaching sessions, spark student motivation, and offer a clear starting point for developing the executive function skills needed for success in high school, college, and beyond.
Skill-Building Sessions
Students attend four individual sessions with Sandy to begin working on practical strategies that strengthen time management, organization, planning, and other key executive function skills.
Progress Review & Planning
Wrap up with a joint meeting with Sandy and Marci to review progress, reflect on next steps, and outline a plan for continued growth and preparation for college life. This may include recommendations for ongoing coaching, additional resources, or specific college preparation strategies.
Are you wondering if you're truly ready for college? This self-paced guide will help you reflect on your executive function skills and identify areas to strengthen before the transition.