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The Class 101 Story

The Class 101 Story

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Karen Lane DeRosa simplified the process …

As a student and a parent, navigating the college admissions process is complex and challenging! With Class 101, Karen Lane DeRosa simplified the process and treated my student as if she were her very own!

Andrea Parent

I was put in the position to achieve as both a student and a person in my college career.

Mrs. DeRosa has been one of my most significant assets in my development as a student. Thinking about my college career was difficult, and Mrs. DeRosa pushed me to be the best student I could be in and out of the classroom. With her guidance, I was put in the position to achieve as both a student and a person in my college career. Her amazing ability to accommodate and understand my goals changed the landscape of my college experience.

Reed Student

Each time we meet, Karen brings new and important information to our attention!

We're thrilled to have Class 101 helping with our sons' college search and preparation. Karen's personality and professional experience, coupled with Class 101's resources, make her the perfect choice to help guide us through a process that can be both convoluted and intimidating. Each time we meet, Karen brings new and important information to our attention! We see our sons responding positively to her suggestions, and now plans for college are falling into place.

Dave and Shelley Parents

I loved everything about Class 101

With a senior who was very busy with football, school and other outside activities, we were feeling overwhelmed with the whole college application process. The deadlines were there, but he was struggling with finding the time to work on everything. As parents, we had every intention of sitting down with him on the weekends to get started, but it was a struggle. I called Karen and met for a consultation appointment. I loved everything about Class 101 - they get you started in ninth grade thinking about college, preparing you for taking the exams, college visits, applying for financial aid, scholarships, essays and so much more. We signed up to work with Karen, and she met with my son weekly. She helped him break down the process of applying to colleges so that it wasn't so overwhelming, and he was most impressed with the fact that he did have the time! He submitted his applications and had an acceptance letter ten days later! The next step is to work on applying for scholarships and select the school he will attend. Thank you, Karen and Class 101 for helping to alleviate the stress so that we can have an enjoyable senior year!

Laura Parent

Karen will help set him up for success …

We’ve walked our two older boys through the college prep process and have still decided to take full advantage of CLASS 101 services. Karen started working with our third son when he was a sophomore. She helped him discover his passions and talents as a first step to searching for colleges that are the best fit for him. He might have followed in his brothers' or Dad's footsteps rather than following his dreams. Now, he is exploring what HE really loves and is pursuing his own path. We’ve already seen where Karen will help set him up for success as she guides him through test taking, essay writing, and the numerous college and scholarship applications. Every time Karen meets with our son, we are reminded of the amazing investment we are making in his future!

Lisa Parent

Mrs. DeRosa is one of the best teachers I have ever had.

Mrs. DeRosa is one of the best teachers I have ever had. She constantly challenged us to do our best, and she was willing to go the extra mile to help us get there.

Jennifer Student

No better evidence to the success of this program than my son’s ACT results!

Wow is all I can say...my son is a class of 2020 grad and I have been nothing but blown away with the Class 101 experience. There is no better evidence to the success of this program than my son’s ACT results! His composite score has jumped 5 points, and his science jumped 8 points! This doesn’t even scratch the surface of the personal attention and unbelievable kindness they show to their students. Worth every single penny of investment.

Chris Parent

It was a 100+% return on our investment

Class 101 Dayton South has been an amazing resource for our Senior. She had taken the ACT multiple times and wanted to take it one more time to reach her goal in order to be eligible for higher scholarships at the colleges she had applied to. We met with Karen and decided the ACT prep class could help Loren achieve her goal...and it did!! We are forever thankful for Karen’s personal connection to the kids. It was a 100+% return on the investment. We will be using Class 101 Dayton South again for our other children.

Kendra Parent

Good test scores are very important for
college admission & merit based scholarships.
One more point on the ACT could mean thousands
of dollars in extra scholarship funds.

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Playing with the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchest Playing with the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra and now the Miami Valley Symphony will look amazing on Rachel's college resume! Here she is with one of her first music teachers; they now play together for the MVSO. Congrats, Rachel! #classof2022 #class101daytonsouth
Macy has been awarded the prestigious PEO STAR Sch Macy has been awarded the prestigious PEO STAR Scholarship. Way to go, Macy! #classof2021 #class101daytonsouth
It’s time to welcome Isaac to Class 101! This so It’s time to welcome Isaac to Class 101! This sophomore is getting ahead on college planning before his junior year! And we are so grateful to be a part of his story. #classof2023 #class101daytonsouth
One more trip back to campus, and it looks like Ca One more trip back to campus, and it looks like Carlee made her choice! Green looks good on her, too! Congrats, Carlee! Proud of you! #classof2021 #class101daytonsouth
This will not be the last time that we tip our hat This will not be the last time that we tip our hat to the Class of 2021. We could not be more proud: take a look at the impressive list of schools our students were accepted to this year. Stay tuned for our scholarship totals to be announced soon! #class101daytonsouth #classof2021
Mason made our Monday so much better by making his Mason made our Monday so much better by making his college choice official while in the office today. Can you tell where he’s going?! 💚 😎 He was accepted to every school to which he applied and had amazing choices. He also was awarded the OHIO Spartan and Red Cedar scholarships at MSU. Congrats, Mason! #classof2021 #class101daytonsouth
Our juniors are making the most of campus visit op Our juniors are making the most of campus visit opportunities when they can. Dean sent us this pic from EKU. "One small step" on a college campus can lead to one big step in a year when he chooses his college! #classof2022 #class101daytonsouth
One week until our first College Bound Checklist s One week until our first College Bound Checklist seminar! We will cover everything from roommates and housing concerns to academic placement and advising to healthcare power of attorney and insurance questions. Join us for this important conversation. It is open to the community; however, limited seating should be reserved in advance through Eventbrite. There are two event dates: April 18 at 2 p.m. and April 20 at 6 p.m. Choose the one that is most convenient for you.
We are celebrating this National Siblings Day by w We are celebrating this National Siblings Day by welcoming Elsa to Class 101. One of her sisters is about to enroll in college. Another is about to start college applications. And now Elsa is starting college planning with us. Wearing a Stones tee to the office for her first appointment definitely made her one of our favorites. 😆 Welcome to our Class 101 family, Elsa!  #classof2024 #class101daytonsouth #class101family
On this busy Saturday, Tony may get to run the boo On this busy Saturday, Tony may get to run the booth at Let's Lebanon, but Karen gets to help these amazing sophomores start their test prep plans with an ACT practice test. #ownyourtestprep #classof2023 #class101daytonsouth
Class 101 is proud to be a Gold Sponsor for Let's Class 101 is proud to be a Gold Sponsor for Let's Lebanon. The community expo is TODAY until 1 p.m. at the Warren County Event Center (665 North Broadway). #class101daytonsouth #letslebanon
Between soccer and track, Hana is making time to p Between soccer and track, Hana is making time to plan for college with Class 101. We cannot wait to see where the next two years lead! Welcome to Class 101, Hana! #classof2023 #class101daytonsouth
Matt joined us just in time! This junior is ready Matt joined us just in time! This junior is ready to jump start college planning. Welcome to Class 101, Matt! #classof2022 #class101daytonsouth
Rachel was selected for the TAP MD program this ye Rachel was selected for the TAP MD program this year! With TAP MD, students attend monthly experiences to explore various medical specialties and learn about the path to medical school. Congrats, Rachel! #class101superjunior #class101daytonsouth
Class 101 Dayton is now enrolling students in grad Class 101 Dayton is now enrolling students in grades 8 through 11 with a limited number of spots remaining in the Class of 2022.  Call 937-705-5113 to schedule a free college planning consultation! #class101daytonsouth
Two Class 101 Juniors from Springboro just learned Two Class 101 Juniors from Springboro just learned that  they are advancing in National BPA competition later this month! Congratulations to AJ for his performance in Java Programming and Jude for his outstanding computer animation work. Proud of you! #class101daytonsouth #class101superjuniors
Hey, Class 101 Alums! This scholarship is for curr Hey, Class 101 Alums! This scholarship is for current college students! Register for a chance to win $35,000 in scholarships, provided by Lane’s End, Coca-Cola, KTA and Keeneland and prizes during the race day April 9 from the comfort of your dorm. Four scholarships will be chosen on April 5 and be hosted to a day at the races and a Winner’s Circle recognition. Remaining scholarships will be chosen on April 9. Registration will be available until approximately 5:00 PM EST on April 9.
From college fit, to majors and career interests, From college fit, to majors and career interests, to scholarships, we help our students find what they are looking for after high school. The hunt continues when our office reopens on Tuesday, April 6. We hope that all of our Class 101 students and families can enjoy this beautiful weekend! #class101daytonsouth
April 2 is Autism Awareness Day. Class 101 honors April 2 is Autism Awareness Day. Class 101 honors the amazing Class 101 students, friends and family who test limits, share kindness, and prove that our differences are our strengths.  #class101daytonsouth
Wishing Class 101's Senior Specialist, Samantha, a Wishing Class 101's Senior Specialist, Samantha, a very happy birthday! Wondering who finds many of the scholarships our students apply for? This bright woman right here! Have a great birthday, Samantha!  #Class101daytonsouth
When your parent is a college planner, spring brea When your parent is a college planner, spring breaks are made for college visits! Dylan checked out the new engineering building at Ohio Northern University. #class101daytonsouth #ohionorthernuniveristy #class101superjuniors
Could not visit Texas without touring the oldest c Could not visit Texas without touring the oldest college in the state. We didn’t get to see Joy and Lady, Baylor University’s black bears, but we did have an amazing tour with the daughter of the owner of Class 101 Grand Prairie! Sic em! #class101daytonsouth #class101grandprairie
Gold domes sit atop the academic divisions of the Gold domes sit atop the academic divisions of the only college with a presidential library on campus. Need another clue?! Our second spring break tour of the day is SMU! #class101daytonsouth
We toured a beautiful campus this morning with top We toured a beautiful campus this morning with top ranked dorms and a privately endowed fund just for the tulips on campus! Smallest of the Big 12, but we are big fans of this school! Swipe to see where we were. #class101daytonsouth
When you want to major in sports journalism and th When you want to major in sports journalism and the admissions tour guide gets you to field level of the palace on the prairie, that’s a good college visit! Boomer Sooner, Belle! #classof2022 #class101daytonsouth
Seniors! Check out the Student View Scholarship! C Seniors! Check out the Student View Scholarship! Complete a 15-25 minute survey for the chance to win 1 of 14 scholarships, ranging from $500-$5,000! The deadline for this scholarship is April 22!
The 101 Scholars program is now open for scholarsh The 101 Scholars program is now open for scholarship applications through May 1, 2021.  Four students will be chosen to win in the national contest. And Class 101-Dayton will award at least one $500 local scholarship in the Miami Valley. High school students--grades nine through 12--who are passionate about making a difference in their communities are encouraged to apply. Visit Class101.com/101scholar to learn more. #101scholar2021 #class101daytonsouth
The 101 Scholars program is now open for scholarsh The 101 Scholars program is now open for scholarship applications through May 1, 2021.  Four students will be chosen to win in the national contest. And Class 101-Dayton will award at least one $500 local scholarship in the Miami Valley. High school students--grades nine through 12--who are passionate about making a difference in their communities are encouraged to apply. Visit Class101.com/101scholar to learn more. #101scholar2021 #class101daytonsouth
As seniors graduate from high school and enroll in As seniors graduate from high school and enroll in college, there are many details for families to discuss. Have you talked about health insurance or what happens when a college student is ill? Do you wonder how parents access student grades or records? The College Bound Checklist seminar will cover everything from roommates and housing to academic advising to healthcare power of attorney and insurance questions. Join Class 101-Dayton owners and Stacey Tipler, Attorney with Hollingsworth & Washington LLC, for this important conversation. There are two event dates: April 18 at 2 p.m. and April 20 at 6 p.m. Choose the one that is most convenient for you. Space is limited. Please reserve your place on Eventbrite.
Andrew is dominating his college prep! He pushed h Andrew is dominating his college prep! He pushed his already impressive ACT score 3 points higher on the March test, and he’s knocking out college visits! Way to go, Andrew! #classof2022 #class101daytonsouth
Nothing better than ending this busy week with a n Nothing better than ending this busy week with a new student! Maggie is a scholar, leader, dancer and so much more! We are grateful to be a part of her story. Welcome to Class 101! #class of2024 #class101daytonsouth
We spotted another Class 101 Super Junior taking a We spotted another Class 101 Super Junior taking a college road trip! Way to go, Owen! Our juniors are knocking out visits this spring to be ready for their upcoming college application season. #class101daytonsouth #class101superjunior
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Playing with the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchest Playing with the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra and now the Miami Valley Symphony will look amazing on Rachel's college resume! Here she is with one of her first music teachers; they now play together for the MVSO. Congrats, Rachel! #classof2022 #class101daytonsouth
Macy has been awarded the prestigious PEO STAR Sch Macy has been awarded the prestigious PEO STAR Scholarship. Way to go, Macy! #classof2021 #class101daytonsouth
It’s time to welcome Isaac to Class 101! This so It’s time to welcome Isaac to Class 101! This sophomore is getting ahead on college planning before his junior year! And we are so grateful to be a part of his story. #classof2023 #class101daytonsouth
One more trip back to campus, and it looks like Ca One more trip back to campus, and it looks like Carlee made her choice! Green looks good on her, too! Congrats, Carlee! Proud of you! #classof2021 #class101daytonsouth
This will not be the last time that we tip our hat This will not be the last time that we tip our hat to the Class of 2021. We could not be more proud: take a look at the impressive list of schools our students were accepted to this year. Stay tuned for our scholarship totals to be announced soon! #class101daytonsouth #classof2021
Mason made our Monday so much better by making his Mason made our Monday so much better by making his college choice official while in the office today. Can you tell where he’s going?! 💚 😎 He was accepted to every school to which he applied and had amazing choices. He also was awarded the OHIO Spartan and Red Cedar scholarships at MSU. Congrats, Mason! #classof2021 #class101daytonsouth
Our juniors are making the most of campus visit op Our juniors are making the most of campus visit opportunities when they can. Dean sent us this pic from EKU. "One small step" on a college campus can lead to one big step in a year when he chooses his college! #classof2022 #class101daytonsouth
One week until our first College Bound Checklist s One week until our first College Bound Checklist seminar! We will cover everything from roommates and housing concerns to academic placement and advising to healthcare power of attorney and insurance questions. Join us for this important conversation. It is open to the community; however, limited seating should be reserved in advance through Eventbrite. There are two event dates: April 18 at 2 p.m. and April 20 at 6 p.m. Choose the one that is most convenient for you.
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