Sarah O.
Equity-Centered Program & Youth Development Leader | Data-Informed Decision Maker | Stakeholder Engagement Specialist | Impact Evaluation & Learning
- Role
- Director of College & Career Counseling at Collegiate Academies
- Location
- New Orleans, LA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Sarah O.
In my work, I design and lead initiatives that improve student success, college and career readiness, and soft skill development, while also building programs that scale and sustain measurable impact. I am experienced in program evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and translating complex data into actionable strategies that inform organizational decisions and enhance outcomes.Key achievements-Advised 800+ high school students on college, FAFSA, and career readiness-Designed and led year-long curricula and workshops that boosted student engagement, college preparedness, and postsecondary success-Directed large-scale events and initiatives, including college trips, senior signing days, family information sessions, and ACT/college placement testing, impacting 700+ students and families annually-Led programs through evaluation and impact analysis, turning insights into actionable strategies for equity and continuous growth.As an Equity-Centered Program & Youth Development Leader, I lead teams, manage stakeholders, and oversee program execution, ensuring initiatives are impactful, equitable, and sustainable.
Experience
Director of College & Career Counseling
Jul 2021 — Present · New Orleans, LA, US
One-on-one college and career advising for 160 seniors at Abramson Sci Academy• Taught Quest for Success 90-minute class daily, developed & implemented year-long curriculum for junior and senior students • Lead whole staff PDs, run & plan events such as Senior Signing Day, college trips & Accuplacer/ACT testing • Co-sponsor Drill Team, a marching unit of the band for 22 students & member of 22-23/24-25 CA Leadership Cohort, member of 25-26 School Leadership Team
Education
Universidad de Sevilla
Graduate of Junior Year in Spain program with Sweet Briar College
2014 — 2014
Case Western Reserve University
Master of Science in Social Administration
2021 — 2025
Kenyon College
Bachelor’s Degree, Cum Laude, Psychology
2012 — 2016
Garrison Forest School
High School Diploma
1997 — 2012
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