Jan R. Kerchner
University Avenue:
Preparing the LD and ADHD Student for a Successful Road to College
Bio:
Jan Kerchner founded the College Blueprint ADDvantage to provide a comprehensive resource for college bound students and families challenged by LD, ADHD, and High-functioning Autism. She had a vision and mission to assist students and their parents with preparing for college and finding the right fit for each student along that student’s personalized college path and transformed her vision into a vibrant college counseling practice. Jan and her staff of credentialed counselors support students across southern California, the mid- Atlantic region, the entire United States and internationally. In addition to her private practice, Jan consults with private schools, and with public school districts including Long Beach Unified, one of the largest districts in California, as well as several others in southern California. Having toured extensively, Jan continues to evaluate hundreds of university campuses across the country and speaks frequently on college admissions. Jan is a Certified Educational Planner, has an MBA from Cornell University, B.S. from Penn State in Human Development, and a College Counseling Certificate from UCLA. Additionally, she is a Professional Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA), CHADD, Learning Disabilities Association, and the National Association of College Admissions Counselors. Jan and her husband have resided in southern California for over 30 years. They raised three children with ADHD; all have graduated from college and are successfully launched in professional careers.
Description:
Preparing for college is challenging for any student and parent. Overlay the complexities of a learning difference, dyslexia, or Attention Deficit, and it can seem overwhelming. It’s a high stakes situation when a student flounders in college because they are not ready for the academic rigor or the independent life. This session will provide an assessment to determine if your student appears to be ready for college and what to do to help them prepare. We will discuss the factors to consider when choosing a college that meets the needs of your student and present information about the various college support programs available in US colleges. Attendees will walk away with tools they can use to guide their student in this process and help them achieve their collegiate goals. The presenter is a certified educational planner who has spent nearly 15 years preparing students with learning differences for college.
Objectives:
Participants will:
- Share an assessment tool for determining a student’s readiness for college
- Be provided with information on preparing students for a successful college experience
- Become educated on the various options for campus support for students attending college
- Be able to determine if a college support program meets the needs of their particular student
- Be exposed to examples of different types of campus support programs throughout the United States