Personalized Support
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EFFECTIVE ACCOUNTABILITY
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REAL RESULTS
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Personalized Support • EFFECTIVE ACCOUNTABILITY • REAL RESULTS •
What we offer
As an Academic Coach, I work one-on-one with students to:
ESTABLISH EFFECTIVE ACCOUNTABILITY
IMPROVE STUDY SKILLS
ACT/SAT TEST PREP
STRATEGIZE OVERCOMING PROCRASTINATION
BECOME MORE ORGANIZED
ENGAGE IN AND PARTICIPATE IN CLASS
ENHANCE EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING & PROVIDE ADHD SUPPORT
DEVELOP COLLEGE AND CAREER PLANS
TEACH SKILLS IN SELF ADVOCACY
CULTIVATING LEADERSHIP SKILLS
What to Expect in Your Free Consultation?
This 30-minute session is designed to help you explore how Academic Coaching can support your student’s success. I’ll provide a detailed overview of my coaching approach, explain the benefits of coaching, and answer any questions you may have. Most importantly, this is a chance for you to see if my coaching style is the right fit for your needs.
Coaching vs. Tutoring: What’s the Difference?
While both coaching and tutoring help students succeed, they focus on different areas of learning. Tutoring is subject-specific, providing direct instruction to help students understand academic content (like math or science). Coaching, on the other hand, focuses on building skills that support long-term success in academics and in life. Students will end their time with me, having more confidence, and with tangible and practical strategies they can begin implementing right away.
About the coach
DJ Hightower is an Academic Coach based in Fort Collins, dedicated to helping students build the skills they need to succeed. After spending five years coaching college students, he is now expanding his services to high school students, continuing his mission to make a positive impact in the community.
DJ specializes in ADHD and Executive Functioning Support, bringing both professional expertise and personal experience to his coaching. Having been diagnosed with ADHD himself, he understands the unique challenges—and strengths—of having a brain that works a little bit differently. DJ’s approach is rooted in empathy, practical strategies, and a deep understanding of how to help students harness their potential.
Before becoming an Academic Coach, DJ earned master’s degrees in both Higher Education and Business Administration (MBA). Prior to his journey in academia, he also served for five years as an Officer in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he gained valuable leadership experience—lessons he now passes on to future generations through his Foundational Leadership Training Program.
DJ’s coaching style is approachable and encouraging, creating a supportive space for students to explore their challenges. He prides himself on providing tailored, practical strategies that empower students to take action and develop lifelong skills for success.
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There are No “One Size Fits All” Approaches to Academic Success. In Working With Me Students Will Gain Customized Strategies and Techniques Which Play to Their Personal Strengths and Address Their Unique Challenges.
