Learning Differences and the Junior Year Crunch: Thriving Academically and Navigating College Admissions

Junior year is a pivotal—and often high-pressure—time for students. For those with learning differences, the academic load and college admissions process can bring added complexity. In this expert-led webinar, moderated by Lisa Bain Carlton, Founder and Senior College Coach at ESM Prep | College MatchPoint, parents will gain practical tools and guidance to help their students thrive during this critical phase.

You’ll hear strategies for supporting academic progress, managing executive function challenges, and preparing effectively for standardized testing—all while keeping your student’s unique learning needs at the center of their journey.

Featuring Expert Panelists:

• Elizabeth Hamblet – College LD specialist, speaker, and author

• Jed Applerouth – Founder of Applerouth Education, test prep expert

• Jenna Berk – Applerouth Elite tutor and executive function coach