The Jade Pathways Package

Freshman & Sophomore Start | 15 Sessions | Through Graduation

Best for families who want to start early and plan intentionally, guiding their student from freshman or sophomore year through graduation with confidence and clarity. It’s ideal for those who value long-term planning, personalized guidance, and reduced stress, allowing students to explore interests, build strong foundations, and approach the college admissions process thoughtfully and well-prepared.

What’s Included -

🌱 Personalized Planning & Exploration

Laying the foundation early — with intention, not pressure

• Comprehensive student assessment and individualized, long-term planning

• Career interest inventory and strengths-based assessment

• Advanced exploration of careers, majors, and fields of study

• Strategic academic planning and course rigor guidance (grades 9–12)

• Innovative college search customized to:

  • Academic profile

  • Geographic preferences

  • Campus environment

  • Personal values and priorities

• Early college awareness and fit conversations that evolve over time

• Access to online SAT®, ACT®, and AP® test preparation resources

• Customized testing roadmap aligned with the student’s timeline and goals

🤝 One-on-One Counseling & Ongoing Guidance

High-touch, personalized advising from start to finish

• Individual one-on-one intake interview with a professional college counselor

• 15 total counseling sessions, strategically used across high school:

  • Early exploration & planning (grades 9–10)

  • Admissions strategy & execution (grades 11–12)

• Written feedback and personalized recommendations after key milestones

• Ongoing, individualized guidance through every stage of the college process

• Support designed to evolve as the student grows and goals clarify

• Email support between sessions for timely questions and next steps

📝 Admissions & Scholarship Strategy

Thoughtful positioning, not rushed applications

• Personalized admissions strategy based on student goals and academic profile

• College list development and refinement over time

• Application review and submission planning (EA / ED / RD strategies)

• Resume and activities list development

• Essay review with detailed recommendations for:

  • Tone

  • Structure

  • Clarity

  • Authentic voice

• Personalized private scholarship search, including:

  • Customized scholarship report

  • One bonus essay review

• Merit scholarship search aligned with finalized college list

🧠 Test Prep Strategy & Resources

A smart plan — not just practice tests

• Personalized PSAT®, SAT®, ACT®, and AP® testing roadmap

• Guidance on when to test, which tests to take, and how to prepare

• Access to online SAT®, ACT®, and AP® preparation resources

• Score review and test submission strategy

• Alignment of testing plans with academic goals and college targets

💰 Financial Aid & College Cost Planning

Confidence and clarity around one of the biggest decisions families face

• FAFSA® consultation, preparation, and submission

• CSS Profile® completion and submission (if applicable)

• Accuracy review and confirmation of the Student Aid Report (SAR)

• Assistance with school-specific financial aid forms

• Financial aid maximization strategy

• Professional award letter evaluation and comparison

• Proven appeal and negotiation letter templates when under-awarded

• Loan guidance and personalized college cost planning

• Unlimited access to MyTuitionScore™ financial readiness and planning reports

🗺 Tools, Structure & Peace of Mind

So families never feel lost or behind

• Personalized, evolving college planning timeline

• Access to My Virtual College Coach tools, trackers, and resources

• Clear milestones and accountability without overwhelm

• Guidance through graduation and final enrollment decision