Student Success Coaching Services
Helping kids develop the skills they need to stay organized, manage time, and reduce school-related stress.
Is your child overwhelmed by...?
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Getting Organized
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Dealing with Time Management
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Missed assignments
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Planning and Goal Setting
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Turning in Assignments​
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School and Life Stress
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ADHD Challenges
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Lack of Motivation
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Advocating for Themselves with Teachers
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Homework Follow-Through
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Lack of motivation
In this short video, Michele Fishman, MA., gives an overview of how, after years of teaching high school and college, she launched this student success coaching practice to help kids reduce stress and build real-life success skills.
“Our son has ADHD; consequently, homework and planning can be quite difficult. As his parents, much of our advice goes ignored, as expected. Hearing similar advice (and much more!) goes further when it comes from someone else. Michele has been a fantastic "someone else." She is incredibly personable, and has helped our son with planning, prioritizing, specific tasks or projects, etc. Meeting remotely has also worked quite well. We appreciate her updates about how she sees our son is doing as well as occasional calls. Obviously, we appreciate all of her efforts.”
- Elliot N. (Parent of a high school student)
Guiding Students Toward a Brighter Academic Future
Student success coaching helps students:
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Build time management systems
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Improve focus and follow-through
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Learn how to plan, prioritize, and stay on track
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Gain confidence and reduce school-related anxiety
Michele Fishman, MA, is an award-winning, licensed teacher who has been helping students in middle school, high school and college for many years. She specializes in executive function and student success coaching, and she offers highly personalized, one-on-one virtual coaching to help students thrive.
Organization Skills​​
Time Management & Accountability​
Student-Athlete Support​​​​
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Test-Taking Techniques​
College Application and Essay Support​
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Homework Assistance
Study Skills​
ADHD Support with
School Success Techniques
Tutoring for​
Social Sciences & English​
Mindfulness Techniques to Help Reduce Stress
Confidence Building​
Improving Focus​
Prioritizing, Planning, and Goal Setting
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Facilitating Communication Between Parents, Children, and Teachers
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you determine what skills and habits you will focus on in each session?
The specific skill or habit we will work on during the session is contingent upon what’s going on for the student that week, what assignments might be due, and what the student’s specific needs are. For example, if an essay is due, we’ll prioritize, plan, organize, and manage time around that project. Then we’ll work on the specific components of writing, such as: We’ll
brainstorm topics, determine what the teacher is looking for, work on clarity in writing, hone word usage, and I’ll model successful editing strategies.
As another example, if the student is being asked to participate more during class, I’ll help the student to find out where and how hesitations might crop up. Depending on where their stress shows up, we might work on how to successfully ask questions and offer opinions, as well as how to best answer questions.
How often do you meet with the parent(s)?
Generally, I meet with a student’s
parent(s) for half an hour once a month. At that time, I will share with the parent(s) updates relating to the student’s work over the preceding weeks, and the parent(s) can share anything new in the student’s life that they would like me to be aware of. Sometimes, parents ask me to work with them individually for extended periods.
How long does the
process last?
The process with each client is highly
individualized, and thus, the length of time that I work with each client varies. I really believe in teaching skills and positive habits so clients gain the ability to fly on their own!
What are your thoughts on grades and other “measurements of success”?
In general, students and adults will live more “successful” lives when they have systems in place to help them navigate their lives. I feel that grades are only one measurement of success. Success can be measured in many different ways. For example, one student might have a difficult time getting assignments turned
in. Success for that student might be to turn assignments in on time consistently. For many students, success comes with increased motivation, self-esteem, and an improved attitude toward school. For other students, success can be the successful implementation of systems around time management and studying. I also believe in leaving room for blips and setbacks because they provide an opportunity for learning to improve things moving forward.
What is the age range of your clients?
I work with middle school, high school, and college students, as well as adults who are exploring going to college or graduating college and need support with their next steps. In addition to assisting students and their parents, I enjoy working with adults looking for clarity in their lives, such as in their careers or with life organization.
How often do you meet with the student and how long do sessions last?
Generally, I will meet with the student once a week for one hour. If requested, I can meet more often with students and for longer periods.
What is your pricing?
One-hour sessions are $124.00.
What does your interaction with teachers look like?
In one example, the student, parent, or I might have questions about what the teacher has assigned. If the teacher is open to it (and if I have approval), it’s helpful to reach out to the teacher (usually with the student) for feedback and clarification.
How do the services you provide expand on tutoring?
Tutoring only focuses on specific subject matters, such as history or algebra. While tutoring is one component of the work I do with students, I focus more broadly on the entire learning experience. Among the other activities that take place during sessions, we’ll always prioritize, plan, organize, manage time, and focus on stress reduction.
Are your services covered by insurance?
No, insurance does not reimburse for student success services.