Structured, one-on-one support led by a Certified School Counselor.

Calmer routines.
More consistent follow-through.
Greater independence over time.

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Working with families in Miami, Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Weston, Parkland and surrounding South Florida communities.

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.

Who Coaching Helps

Most students begin coaching between Grades 7–11 as academic demands increase.

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 assignments

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
• Less back-and-forth around schoolwork
• Fewer last-minute rushes around deadlines
• More consistent follow-through on assignments
• Increasing independence in managing school responsibilities

What Families 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 a high school student

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30-minute consultation • Online • No commitment

Why Coaching Is Different From 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

“Simple, Structured and Consistent”

• 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 consultation is a simple way to understand your student’s needs and determine whether this support is the right fit.

Most families leave with greater clarity and a clear plan for next steps.