Meet our Team

We take a highly personalized approach to our process, so clients will collaborate with the same consultant throughout their college application process.

Dr. Darla Jones

Education:

• Independent Educational Consultant Certificate, University of California at Irvine

• Doctorate in Educational Leadership, University of Oregon

• Master’s degree in Instructional Technology, Johns Hopkins University

• Bachelor’s degree in English & American Literature, Brown University

Professional Background:

• Over 5 years experience as an Independent Educational Consultant, professional member of IECA, member of TACAC

• 24 years in the Anchorage School District

  • Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum & Instruction

  • Director of Educational Technology Department for the school district

  • Technology Coordinator, West Anchorage High School

  • English Teacher, Romig Middle School

Interests: Avid reader, RV traveler, Outdoor enthusiast, Football Fan

Amy Larsen

Education:

• Independent Educational Consultant Certificate, University of California at Irvine

• Master’s degree in Liberal Arts, Johns Hopkins University

• Bachelor’s degree in English, University of Utah

Professional Background:

• Associate member of IECA

• 30 years experience in the Anchorage School District

  • English teacher

  • Technology coordinator

  • Extensive writing teaching experience

Interests: Avid runner, biker (road, mountain, and fat tire), skier, and hiker or anything outdoors, travel, gardening