Academic & Executive Function Coaching for Miami Middle and High School Students
Helping students build organization, planning and follow-through to manage school independently with greater consistency and confidence.
Structured, one-on-one support led by a Certified School Counselor.
Calmer routines.
More consistent follow-through.
Greater independence over time.
This is not tutoring — it is structured support focused on how students manage their work.
Working with families in Miami, Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Weston, Parkland and surrounding South Florida communities.
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When School Starts to Feel More Demanding
Families often notice:
• Homework requires more support
• Keeping track of assignments requires more structure
• Deadlines and projects become harder to manage
Students are often capable — they are still developing the systems needed to manage increasing expectations independently.
This is where structured coaching begins to make a meaningful difference.
Who Coaching Helps
Most students begin coaching between Grades 7–11 as academic demands increase and expectations require stronger organization and planning systems.
Skills Students Learn in Weekly Coaching Sessions
Students develop practical systems for planning, organization and follow-through.
Coaching focuses on three areas:
Academic Skills
• Clear and organized writing
• Reading with comprehension
• Effective note-taking
• Understanding and approaching assignments effectively
Executive Function
• Planning assignments and deadlines
• Organizing materials and digital school platforms
• Breaking large projects into manageable steps
• Following through consistently
High School Planning
• Course selection and academic rigor
• Balancing academics and extracurriculars
• Connecting daily effort to long-term academic goals
Students develop reliable systems for managing schoolwork independently, allowing families to step back from daily involvement.
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What Weekly Coaching Sessions Look Like
Sessions apply new systems directly to the student’s current academic work.
During sessions, students may:
• Plan the upcoming week
• Break down projects and upcoming tests
• Organize digital platforms and materials
• Strengthen reading, writing and note-taking
• Track deadlines and responsibilities
Because coaching is applied to real coursework, students develop habits that carry across classes.
What Families Begin to Notice
• Homework time becomes calmer and more manageable
• Students take greater ownership of their schoolwork
• More consistent follow-through across assignments
• Fewer last-minute deadlines and rushed work
• Increasing independence in managing schoolwork
What Parents Are Saying
“Our child has become more organized, motivated and is starting to truly flourish. Even early in the process, we can already see the transformation.”
— Parent of High School Student
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Ready to see if this is the right fit for your student and your family?
Schedule a Parent Consultation
30-minute consultation • Online • No commitment
This is a chance to ask questions, discuss your student’s situation and understand whether this approach is the right fit.
How Coaching Differs From Traditional Tutoring
Tutoring focuses on academic content.
Academic & Executive Function Coaching focuses on how students manage their schoolwork.
Students develop systems for:
• Planning and starting work
• Managing deadlines and projects
• Organizing materials and platforms
• Following through consistently
These systems carry across classes and over time.
Meet Your Coach
Dale Koplik, M.Ed.
Certified School Counselor
Master of Education, School Counseling
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Business Administration
University of Miami
Spanish available for parent communication.
My background as a Certified School Counselor informs a structured coaching approach focused on academic independence.
How Coaching Works
Coaching is structured to be practical, consistent and directly connected to the student’s current academic work.
• Weekly 60-minute private online sessions
• Hands-on work with real assignments
• Clear goals and structured accountability
• Monthly written progress updates
• Parent collaboration when helpful
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Next Step
A brief, no-obligation conversation to understand your student’s needs and determine the right level of support.