The College Blueprint, LLC

10/07/2026

What if the “right” college application template doesn’t actually fit your teen?

Every application rewards a certain kind of student. But what happens when your teen doesn’t fit that mold?

Join Jan Kerchner, Certified Educational Planner and CEO of The College Blueprint, as she interviews Glenn Llopis, creator of Teens UnEdited, and guest speaker Eduardo Criado, Camp Operations Coordinator at IMG Academy, alongside students and educators who are challenging the idea that there is one “right” path to success.

The Template Wasn’t Built for You will explore:

*Why teens may feel pressured to become someone they’re not

*The cost of trying to fit an application “mold”

*When parents, counselors, and educators should push back

*How we can help teens recognize and embrace what makes them different

📅 Tuesday, October 13, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM ET
💻 Free, 60-minute live webinar
🎥 Registrants receive the recording

Come hear a different perspective on helping teens navigate college, identity, and expectations—without losing themselves in the process.

Register today at our link in the bio!

08/27/2026

After 25 years of working with thousands of students, we’ve learned something important:

Most students don’t struggle with college essays because they’re bad writers. They struggle because they haven’t figured out who they are yet.

When a student is suddenly asked, What do you value? What matters to you? What makes you unique?—it’s easy to freeze, procrastinate, or fall back on what parents, friends, or teachers have said about them.

But before students can tell their story to a college, they need the opportunity to understand their own story.

Who am I, really?
What do I value?
What do I want—apart from what others expect of me?

That’s why we are excited to be hosting Teens UnEdited LIVE, a FREE five-part webinar series this fall in partnership with Glenn Llopis, author of the Teens UnEdited book series.

Together, we’ll explore identity, individuality, values, and what it means for teens to truly understand themselves—before they’re asked to put it all into a college application.

Because the best college essays don’t start with a prompt.

They start with knowing yourself.

Register NOW at the link in our profile!

07/27/2026

🎓 College Planning Starts Freshman Year—Not Senior Year.

The most successful college applicants don't wait until application season to prepare. They begin building a strong foundation from the moment they enter high school.

At The College Blueprint, we help students make smart decisions every step of the way so they can reduce stress, maximize opportunities, and become competitive college applicants.

From 9th grade through senior year, we provide personalized guidance with:
✅ Four-year course planning
✅ Executive functioning and organization strategies
✅ Time management and study skills
✅ Academic coaching and goal setting
✅ Extracurricular planning and leadership development
✅ College admissions strategy
✅ Standardized test preparation
✅ College list development
✅ Essay coaching and application support
✅ Scholarship guidance

Whether your student is aiming for the University of California, selective private universities, or finding the college that's the best fit, starting early creates more opportunities and fewer last-minute surprises.

College planning isn't just about getting into college—it's about helping students build the skills and confidence to succeed once they get there.

📍 Start planning today at www.collegeblueprint.com

Because the best college application begins long before senior year.

07/20/2026

🚨 College Applications Open August 1! 🚨

The countdown is on! College applications officially open August 1, and the students who start early are the ones who submit stronger, less stressful applications.

Whether you're applying through the Common Application, the University of California, or both, now is the time to:
✅ Build your college list
✅ Complete your activities section
✅ Brainstorm and write standout essays
✅ Prepare your UC Personal Insight Questions (PIQs)
✅ Stay on track with every deadline

Don't wait until fall to begin. The earlier you start, the more time you'll have to create thoughtful, polished applications that showcase your strengths.

At The College Blueprint, our experienced college counselors provide personalized guidance every step of the way—from application strategy and essay coaching to scholarships and admissions planning.

🎓 Applications open August 1. Get started TODAY.

Visit www.collegeblueprint.com to schedule your consultation and make this application season your strongest yet.

06/01/2026

College planning should never be one-size-fits-all.

At The College Blueprint, we are proud to support students with ADHD, Autism, executive functioning challenges, and other learning differences as they navigate the path to college and beyond.

Our approach goes beyond applications and admissions. We help students:
✨ Discover their strengths
✨ Find the right-fit college environment
✨ Build confidence and independence
✨ Develop executive functioning skills
✨ Prepare for a successful transition to college life

For more than 25 years, families across the country have trusted us to provide personalized guidance, compassionate support, and expert college planning designed around the unique needs of each student.

Because success is not just about getting into college — it’s about thriving once you get there.

Learn more at www.collegeblueprint.com

05/06/2026

We couldn’t be prouder of our seniors!! 🎓

After years of hard work, late nights, and big goals, they’re heading off to incredible colleges—and they’ve earned every bit of it. Their dedication, resilience, and commitment to their future truly paid off.

This is just the beginning. We’re so excited to see all the ways they’ll grow, lead, and make an impact in this next chapter.

And if you’re wondering how to help your student achieve results like these—this is exactly what we do at College Blueprint. From building a strategic college list to crafting standout applications and maximizing scholarship opportunities, we guide students every step of the way.

The earlier you start, the stronger the outcome. Let’s build your student’s path to success—together.

📩 Message us to learn how we can help your family navigate the college admissions process with clarity, confidence, and results.

04/27/2026

Hiring a private college counselor can be one of the most valuable investments a family makes during the college admissions process. With high school students receiving, on average, only 38 minutes of individualized time with their school counselor over 4 years, many students do not get the personalized guidance they need to navigate such an important milestone. A private college counselor provides dedicated one-on-one support tailored to the student’s goals, strengths, and interests.

From building a balanced college list and creating a strategic application timeline to essay coaching, scholarship searches, and interview preparation, private counselors offer the time, expertise, and attention that busy school counseling offices often cannot. This individualized approach helps reduce stress, keep students on track, and maximize their opportunities for admission and financial aid.

Schedule a Free Consultation today!
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04/27/2026

🎓 Getting into college is only the first step. Too many students arrive on campus unprepared to navigate the real challenges of college life—managing time, accessing support services, communicating with professors, balancing independence, and knowing where to turn when they need help.
Confidence in college success starts before freshman year.

Join our COLLEGE LAUNCH INTENSIVE: A WORKSHOP FOR A CONFIDENT TRANSITION TO COLLEGE and give your student the tools, strategies, and campus knowledge they need to thrive from day one.

Because getting accepted matters—but being prepared matters even more.

📩 Reserve your spot today!
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03/19/2026