HELP FINDING SCHOOLS:

As a Certified Educational Planner and a longstanding member of IECA (Independent Educational Consultants Association), Farron Goodell Peatross, is well qualified and experienced in helping families find appropriate educational options. She understands the importance of the families’ decision concerning their child and works diligently to help the family find the match that will provide the best opportunity for their child’s success.

Ms. Peatross received her undergraduate degree in Education at Louisiana State University, and her Master’s degree in Counseling at Louisiana Tech University.  She has participated in:

• University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill College Board Summer Institute
• College Board Summer Institute, Cambridge, MA
• Mini-fellowship University North Carolina-Chapel Hill Clinical Center for Development and Learning
• Attention Deficit postgraduate course University of Oregon
• Special Education postgraduate course Centenary College
• Attention Deficit Coaches Training

Ms. Peatross belongs to the following professional associations:

• Independent Educational Consultants Association
• American Institute of Certified Educational Planners *(see below)
• National Association of College Admission Counseling
• Southern Association of College Admission Counseling
• Learning Disabilities Association of America

*Certified Educational Planners must:

            Pass a Board Certified Examination
            Hold a Master’s Degree or Equivalent
            Visit and evaluate a prescribed number of educational institutions
            Be evaluated every 5 years

Comprehensive Service includes*:

• Creating the confidential student file composed of available school transcripts, records, test scores and evaluations
• Initial session conferring with parents and student to discuss educational goals, student strengths and needs, and appropriate options
• Conferring with professionals, reviewing all information, researching and contact of appropriate school options
• Guidance with the application process
• Continuing support and monitoring of student’s progress