We Believe every student wants to learn, succeed in school, and thrive in the things they love. With the right skills, systems, and support, students can manage demanding schedules, perform at their best, and make time for life beyond the classroom.
Our Vision is a partnership with parents focused on empowering their children to perform well academically so that they have the time, energy, and freedom to fully participate in the sports, arts, and passions that matter to them.
Our Mission is to help ambitious students build and develop the skills and systems needed to succeed in school and thrive beyond it.
We help ambitious students succeed in school so they can thrive beyond it.
Online & In-Person Academic Performance Coaching
We help students build the skills, systems, and independence to manage demanding academics and everything else competing for their time.
Online or In-Person Coaching
Whether your child is balancing demanding academics with sports, music, the arts, or other commitments, we help students build the skills and systems to perform at their best.
We go beyond reteaching content or preparing for the next test. We coach students to manage their time, learn effectively, stay organized, and take ownership of their academic success.
Student Success Coaching
Academic Performance Coaching
Life Coaching for Parents
Your Journey With Us
Start a Conversation
Discuss your child's learning challenges and goals.
We've been trained to listen.Create a Plan
Choose the level of support that best fits your child's needs.
Credentialed educators. Experienced academic coaches.
Schedule a Free* Session
Meet your coach and discover how Academic Performance Coaching can help.
*if services are not retained
Receive On-going Support
Get practical guidance and resources to support your child's growth at home.
Progress happens when parents and coaches work together.
What Students and Parents are Saying
A. Smith
Daughter of Ascend's Founder
and High School Senior
at Quality Schools International (2025)
My dad is a teacher, so learning was always a priority at home. He even held me back in the 4th grade because I wasn’t good at math. But now I can understand why.
I’m now finishing my senior year in high school, a member of the
National Honor Society, and was recently accepted into my top college choice, also earning their Provost’s Scholarship.
Colonel Berryman
Fort Stewart MEDDAC Commander
I had the pleasure of working with Matt as a tutor for my middle school-aged children, and I couldn’t be more impressed.
Not only did he excel in teaching math and writing, but he also
instilled a growth mindset in them and helped develop strong
organizational skills. Matt’s encouragement and challenges were
instrumental in their progress, and I am truly grateful for his
dedication and expertise. I highly recommend Matt for anyone looking to
support their child’s academic journey.
Mr. Palm
Chief Investment Officer
at Dan A. Hughes Co.
Matt has been an excellent academic coach for our child.
Matt focuses not only on academic skills but also on developing a strong growth mindset, a positive attitude, and confidence.
He also
provided helpful tips to us as parents to support our child’s academic
growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly do Academic Coaches actually do?
An Academic Coach helps students become more capable, confident, and independent learners. Depending on the student's needs, coaching may include academic support, foundational learning skills, or strategies for managing the demands of school alongside sports, music, the arts, and other commitments.
We help students understand how they learn, strengthen core academic skills, develop effective study strategies, and build practical systems for organization, time management, focus, goal setting, and follow-through.
The work is personalized to the student, helping them address current academic challenges while developing the skills and habits they will need as they take on greater responsibility.
The goal is not simply to help students do better in school. It's to help them learn how to learn, manage their responsibilities, and become confident, independent learners prepared for what comes next.