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EPISODE · Nov 14, 2025 · 17 MIN

Summer by Design: Crafting a Pre-College Plan for Grades 6–12

from Be Evolved: Empowering Parents and Educators to Help Students Succeed · host Mary Miele

In this episode of BE EVOLVED, Mary lays out a clear, step-by-step roadmap for building a bespoke summer plan that actually moves the needle for students in grades 6–12. You'll learn why summer experiences matter for growth, skills, and college admissions; how to complete a smart intake (interests, logistics, budget); and our three-step method — What will you do? How will you do it? How will you apply? Mary covers program scouting (from STEM and arts to service and international options), quick résumé wins, and how to tackle common application essays. She also spotlights paid work, meaningful home contributions, supports for learning differences, and scholarship pathways.  Ready for hands-on help? Use the show notes links — Plan, Resume, Application — to co-pilot your grade 6-12 student's summer from idea to acceptance. Takeaways: Why summer is a powerful time for student growth How curated program lists simplify decision-making The importance of early resume development How personalized guidance can open doors families may not know exist Reach out and begin designing a summer that builds confidence, clarity, and future readiness. Check out our Summer By Design program here: https://www.evolvededucationcompany.com/summer-by-design and if you're confused about which service to buy, click "Book a Call" in the top right corner of the page. We're happy to help! Have a question or comment? We'd love to hear from you. You can reach out anytime at [email protected]. Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. For the full transcript of today's episode along with our terms, conditions, and disclaimers and privacy policies, visit the Evolved Education website at: https://evolvededucationcompany.com/resources/podcast/ © 2021 - 2025 Mary Miele

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