Posts by Christy Haven
Testimonial from parent of an incoming high schooler
I cannot say enough about working with Christy. She is amazing. We were referred to Christy when my daughter was in her last year of middle school. She helped us navigate options in Seattle area, the application and decision process. We were not native to the area and were not aware of all the options…
Read MoreTestimonial from parent of an incoming 3rd and 6th grader
Working with Christy was the smartest decision we made when deciding to move to Seattle. She helped us navigate a very robust, complicated and somewhat confusing system. She was very knowledgable about the Seattle private schools and the uniqueness of each. She got to know our family and directed us according to our family values…
Read MoreThank You Notes to Admissions Offices
Should You Send Thank You Notes To Admissions Directors?*
Read MoreHow do you choose a private school during the coronavirus?
https://blog.lowellschool.org/blog/how-do-you-choose-a-private-school-during-the-coronavirus How Do You Choose a Private School During the Coronavirus? Posted by Liz Yee on 3/14/20 5:33 PM Your child has been accepted at more than one of the private schools that you applied to. Fantastic news! However, with schools closing due to COVID-19, there are fewer opportunities to get that “final look, “ get…
Read MoreWhat going back to school could look like this year (Spoiler: Pretty different).
Nicole Fabian-weber May 29, 2020 Now that the 2019-2020 school year is — virtually — wrapping up, parents and students are wondering what lies ahead in the fall. While COVID-19 is ever-evolving, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released considerations — advice that’s meant to supplement state and local guidelines — for…
Read MoreTestimonial from parent of an incoming 5th and 6th grader
“Best decision ever to work with Christy and Mindful Education Consulting throughout this process! Christy made the middle school application process feel so much more manageable for our family (twice!). From helping us explore the many area schools and narrowing them down to the best fits to tracking application timelines, to suggesting fabulous prep resources…
Read MoreMindfulness in Action
Last week I spoke on a panel at IECA–Independent Educational Consultants Association(http://iecaonline.com) in Chicago. Such a great experience and important topic. Mindfulness in Action Panel Will White, Summit Achievement…See More IECAONLINE.COM Welcome to IECA – The process for finding the right school, college, or program for your child is one of the most important…
Read MoreSSAT vs. ISEE
As a Seattle area Educational Consultant, I’m often asked by parents which standardized their child should take for admission to independent schools. This is a great article about the differences and similarities. This article is sponsored by Test Innovators, which offers advanced online test prep. Although private and boarding schools offer families compelling programs and advantages,…
Read More8 Important Reasons for Teaching Kindness in Schools
Are the schools you are interested in teaching Character Education? 8 Important Reasons For Teaching Kindness in Schools
Read MoreIndependent School Admission Parent Essay
The admissions season has begun! One aspect of the independent school admissions application process is the Parent Essay. This can be a daunting experience for parents but it doesn’t need to be. Here are some tips for writing an essay that really illustrates why the particular school is the best fit for…
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