Services by Grade Level

Grade level services to help your student make the most of their high school experience and stay on track for college admissions.

8th Grade

Create a personalized four year plan that aligns with student strengths, values and interests.
Encourage and explore potential extracurriculars for involvement.
Introduction to College - Overview of admissions requirements and standards.

Academic Review & Planning - Create or adjust a four year plan of coursework for high school.
Extracurricular Planning - Align activities with student values, interests and strengths.
Begin documenting activities, achievements & awards for resume building.
Learning Style & Strengths Exploration - Helping students identify learning styles and strengths to assist in selecting appropriate coursework.
NCAA eligibility - Ensure Athletes are taking NCAA approved core courses.

Academic Planning & Review- Monitor Grades and adjust coursework based on student interests.
Personality/Career Assessment - Utilize Achieveworks to identify student interests and potential careers/majors.
Extracurricular/Leadership Strategies- Evaluate growth and encourage depth of involvement.
Standardized Testing Overview - PSAT, SAT/ACT overview, timeline and planning.
Summer & Enrichment Planning
NCAA Eligibility - Ensure athletes are on track for NCAA Clearinghouse requirements.

Academic & Transcript Review
Standardized Testing Plan - Create a personalized testing timeline and test prep strategy.
College Research & List Building - Identify preferences and create a suggested list.
Activity List & Resume Guidance - Create and refine resume and activities narrative.
College Visit Strategy - Plan meaningful college visits (in person & virtual).
Recommendation Letter Strategy - Help select and guide teacher recommendations.
Summer Planning and Enrichment Advising.

Finalize a Balanced College List
Application Strategy & Timeline - Determine application choices and deadlines (Early Decision, Early Action and Regular Decision).
Essay Brainstorming & Editing
Resume & Activities List Finalization
Application Review
Interview Prep and Tips
Scholarship Guidance & Advising
Final Decision & Waitlist Guidance

At Mindful Admissions, customized plans are tailored to each student’s unique needs, grade level, and required level of guidance.