With a background as a business owner, educator, student, and parent, I understand the importance of pursuing one’s interests and dedicating effort to achieve success. I apply this understanding, along with many years of experience, to provide valuable support for students and parents

Background and Interests:

• Student Success Advising – Ongoing: Personalized mentoring and academic support for students and guidance for parents.

• Pool of Knowledge Tutoring (2000–2025): Tutoring and advising students in middle, high school, and college.

• Arbor School: Volunteer for the annual auction and school events; APT Board Member at Large (2021–2024)

• Master of Arts in Teaching, Union College, Schenectady, NY (2000)

• Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Union College (1997)

  1. Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude

  2. Minor in Spanish

  3. Psychology Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society

  4. Term Abroad in Seville, Spain

  5. President; Philanthropy Chair of Tri-Delt; President of the Psychology Club

• Harvard University Development Office

• Berkshire Highshool (1993):

  • Prefect 

  • Editor of the yearbook

  • Field Hockey, Ski, and Tennis Team

  • Contributor to the high school newspaper

  • Class President (Briarcliff High School)

• Hobbies and Interests: Spending time with family and friends, sailing, skiing, playing tennis gardening, music, movies, art, museums, reading, hiking, backpacking, baking, overall wellbeing, researching, learning, education, working hard, and having fun :)

My philosophy is rooted in the power of education and that thought is creative. I believe that success and fulfillment arise from knowledge, effort, and positive thinking, balanced with caring for oneself and meaningful connections with others. Education is a tool to cultivate growth, resilience, and relationships.

Students:

With clear goals, a belief in one’s abilities, and a commitment to effort, students can understand their potential and strive to be their best.

Every student has innate interests and talents that deserve to be honored. Success results from valuing what you enjoy and developing the skills to pursue your interests with confidence.

Success is not only about working hard and excelling in school. It also comes from building healthy habits and valuable connections. Students thrive when they combine effort and perseverance with rest, movement, and activities that bring joy. Connecting with peers, mentors, and communities fosters an important sense of belonging and purpose.

The ability to think independently and critically, combined with the skill to research and evaluate reliable sources, is essential to learn accurately and make informed decisions. In today’s world, social media, AI, and the internet can easily distort both information and self-perception. By learning to trust their own thinking and values, students build a strong sense of identity and confidence in their choices. This empowers them to become discerning individuals who can separate truth from misinformation and stay resilient in the face of negative influences

Challenges and setbacks also become important learning opportunities. Students develop problem-solving skills through these experiences, which prepares them to approach future obstacles with perseverance to keep moving forward.

I love helping students develop these beliefs and skills through personalized guidance and mentoring. Drawing on my years of experience and interests, I provide thoughtful and effective support that helps students learn to empower themselves. Together, this work fosters self-actualization, confidence, resilience, and fulfillment in both school and life.

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Parents:

Parenting is both a profound responsibility and a rewarding journey. Parents’ role is to guide and support their children while helping them develop independence so they can ultimately thrive on their own. Effective parenting balances structure and healthy boundaries with encouragement, allowing students to explore their interests and try new experiences. By modeling and teaching respect and kindness, parents help their children understand the importance of relationships and positive interactions with others.

Through personalized guidance and mentoring, I help parents navigate the challenges of school and provide strategies to support their student’s academic and personal growth. Parents learn how to help their children while empowering their students to develop skills to thrive on their own.