About Us
Our Mission
At Rising Stars Academic Coaching, we believe in the potential of every student. Our dedicated team provides personalized coaching for students ages 10 to college, ensuring that each individual receives the tailored sessions they need to thrive academically. We focus on building confidence, enhancing skills, and fostering a love for learning. Together, we can help students reach their highest aspirations and achieve academic success.
Our Approach
We embrace a comprehensive approach to academic coaching, emphasizing the enhancement of executive functioning skills, communication skills, and other vital academic abilities to support students in flourishing throughout their educational journeys.
Our Experience
Vicki Rotker, our founder, brings 17 years of experience as the creator and instructor of the regional Study Strategy Course, along with 5 years as a dynamic Theater Teacher specializing in Oral Communication Skills. She has received executive functioning training from an ADHD psychology practice and holds a Master's in Education. With over 30 years in the field of education, Vicki has collaborated with students, parents, educators, and schools to offer coaching, professional development, training, and courses aimed at improving achievement and communication skills.
Academic Coaching
Our coaching sessions offer personalized plans for students and families, aimed at enhancing both academic and executive functioning skills. We also support the development of organizational skills, study strategies, and communication abilities to help students reach their academic goals.
Executive Functioning
Coaching
Rising Stars focuses on empowering students to excel by strengthening their executive functioning skills! Our trained professionals work with both neurotypical and neurodiverse individuals, addressing essential areas such as task initiation completion, cognitive flexibility, metacognition, time management. Through our engaging methods, we provide students with strategies to enhance their learning experiences. Together, we unlock their full potential and set the stage for academic achievement!
Oral and Written Development
Receive professional advice and support through our communication development services designed to empower students to advocate for themselves and enhance self advocacy and communication skills.
Study Skills Summer Workshops
We're thrilled to announce our summer workshops tailored for middle school students. These engaging sessions will equip young learners with essential skills to prepare them for middle school and future success. For more information or to sign up, please reach out to us!
Professional Development
and Parent Trainings
Unlock the potential of every student with our specialized training programs designed for educators, schools, and parent groups. Our expert-led focus on research-based strategies that enhance organization, lesson development, assessment ideas, and planning, catering to both neurodivergent and neurotypical learners. Join us in creating effective learning environments where all students can thrive. Together, we can make a difference in education!
Services
Coaching Programs
Personalized Support
Our coaching programs offer personalized support, guidance, and strategies to help students overcome academic obstacles and achieve their educational aspirations.
Remote Coaching
Enjoy the advantages of online coaching from any location! Students and parents will gain personalized support, guidance, and valuable insights in a flexible virtual environment. Coaches and students develop a digital workbook that shares web-based resources and access to school learning management systems (like Canvas and Schoology).
In- Person Coaching and School Visits
Families and coaches work together to find a suitable location for students to receive tailored academic support. In certain instances, schools permit coaches to collaborate and provide assistance within their facilities. In other scenarios, students and coaches meet to focus on areas such as, executive functioning skills, or communication skills.
Other Programs
Middle School and High School Study Skills Courses
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Spring High School 5 week Study Skills Course to prepare for end of the year exams
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Summer Middle School 5 day "How Do I Survive Middle School?" Course to prepare rising middle school students for a fresh start!
Middle School and High School Drop-In Homework and Study Sessions
Students thrive in a collaborative environment. That's why we've established an online learning community for drop-in homework sessions. Here, students can work on their assignments alongside like-minded peers, inspire another to stay focused, share valuable insights, and receive support for their academic and executive functioning skills.
Parent and Professional Trainings
Offer training sessions for parent groups and educators on effective strategies to assist both neurotypical and neurodivergent students in studying, organizing, and managing their time at home and in the classroom.
Get In Touch With Us
Special Offer
Limited Time Offer
For a limited time, enroll in our academic coaching program and receive personalized support and strategies at a special discounted rate! Let's work together to enhance academic success.
