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“There are many people in the business of advising students to prepare, apply and be accepted into college, but what Mrs. Holzwarth offers is an unparalleled passion for her work. She cares about the future of each student as an individual and gets to know them as such, working with them not only on how to present themselves to schools, but guiding them to discover where their unique talents lie. She encourages growth and works to mentor student to find the schools and careers that are right for them.
Jenna Gabriel, NYU 2010
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“Chris Holzwarth is an extremely bright and dedicated person with a passion for helping young people. She is acutely attuned to the realities of preparing students for the "real world", yet remains cognizant
of the need to ensure that each person finds his/her place based on their very individual characteristics, strengths and goals. Chris works tirelessly in support of her clients.”
Steve Necessary,
V.P.-Video Strategy and Product Management,
Cox Communications
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Chris Holzwarth,
chris@beyondtheapplause.com
(o) 770-715-3351
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The middle, high school and college years are critical times of development for students. Beginning early to help students understand themselves as people, students and contributors, is essential to their healthy and balanced development. We work with students
from late middle school through college.
Education Planning and Career Exploration
IDENTIFY student needs
- Review students school profile, standardized tests, and transcripts to determine appropriate academic placement
- Assess students personality, learning style, motivation and career maturity
- Set academic and career goals in order to connect to appropriate colleges and careers
- Design time-management and study skill plan to ensure success balancing school and life
- Ensure that student profile reflects requirements necessary for admission to appropriate schools
- Suggest summer activities and outside enrichment within students interest areas
College Admissions Planning
DEVELOP plans based on student profile and criteria
- Based on results of information gathered through Phase I we work with students and families to develop appropriate matches for education and experiences beyond high school
- Suggest standardized testing types, timelines and preparation strategies
- Discuss special talents, skills and extracurricular activities that highlight the student’s best self
- Advise student on how to deepen strong interests through leadership and employment opportunities
- Match student academic profile to colleges and careers to determine admissions success
- Work with student and parents criteria to create a personalized college list
College Application Process
EXECUTE – College application process support
- Set clear expectations, timelines and goals for effective application knowledge and management
- Teach student about the college admissions and application processes and help them target their final list
- Access research, application, testing and time management tools licensed to Beyond The Applause
- Provide resume building, interview and essay support
- Discuss how to request appropriate recommendations
- Review application before student submits
College and Career Attainment
ACHIEVE – Determining the right choice for student success after high school
- Assist families in accessing current information about financial aid and scholarships opportunities
- Review college acceptances and advise families on making a final choice
- Discuss effective high school to college transition strategies
- Orient student on what it takes to register for courses, seek support when needed and how to plan their course and social loads
- Provide major and career consultation
- Offer transfer assistance when needed
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