Working with Ms. Skinner was transformative regarding my work ethic and success academically. I transferred to local school as a junior and that alone was stressful, but topping that with my anxiety surrounding test-taking and time management was very overwhelming. However, working with Ms. Skinner on building strategies that would increase my confidence and help me plan out my schedule in advance made my time as a junior and a senior so much more manageable. She would always go above and beyond to make sure I felt comfortable and cared for in every session we had. I felt safe voicing my concerns and talking to her about what I was really feeling, which is something I have struggled with in the past. We were able to have great communication with each other, and she also communicated well with my teachers and family. My parents always knew how I was doing in the classroom beyond just my grades and what my weekly goals were that Ms. Skinner and I would plan out. I can say with confidence that I would not have accomplished all that I have, like being inducted into the National Honors Society and being accepted into every college to which I applied, without her. The best thing about Ms. Skinner is that she never gave up on me. I used to constantly doubt myself, but she never let my fears hinder my ability to succeed. She is one of the most supportive and positive people I have ever met in every way; she would even have mini-dance parties with me whenever something good happened! Going into college now I know that I will continue to apply everything she taught me, and that I will be able to work hard and manage everything that life throws at me.