Valerie Jacobs  |  Admissions Consultant

My experience

For almost a decade, I have successfully prepared students for their independent high school admissions interviews.

As the mother of two sons who've both attended a local private high school, I personally understand what it's like to go through applications, admissions, and waiting for that acceptance letter. Helping my sons and other teens navigate that experience has been extremely rewarding. After all, attending a great school has a significant impact on a child's life.

Within the past two years, I have expanded my consulting business to address the broader needs of families who want their children to attend a private high school, but are intimidated by the process for a variety of reasons.

To help these families, I draw on my detailed knowledge of the application process and my past work as a volunteer within admissions for a local, independent high school and K through 8th school. Working on campus has given me valuable perspective in my role as an Admissions Consultant and I put my insight to good use for my clients.

For 17 years, I also held volunteer leadership and development roles within a local, independent school. I have made community involvement an important part of my life and I've greatly enjoyed making many academic connections along the way. Our local schools are filled with inspiring, dedicated professionals who I respect and admire.

My professional background is in management and sales, and I have a BA in Speech Communications. I'm a San Francisco native and currently reside in Larkspr.

My philosophy

A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination. -Nelson Mandela

We all want our children to succeed in life, but there is no single path to happiness. Your child's path will be as unique and special as he or she is.

That's why finding a school suited to their academic strengths and individual interests is so important.

When their mind and heart are equally supported in school, their potential is unlimited and the possibilities are endless.