Academics

College Counseling

At The Emery/Weiner School, college counseling isn’t just about the applications and college tours, it’s about discovering who you are, what you’re looking for, and where you want to go. Our College Counseling program is a dynamic and energetic, four-year journey that spotlights student’s ambitions and aspirations, then confidently navigates the road to college.

We start by breaking down the college process into clear, manageable steps with realistic timelines to create a game plan. Grade-level sessions tackle timely topics, group workshops keep everyone in the know, and one-on-one meetings make sure each student gets personalized guidance tailored to their unique goals.

College Counselors are more than advisors; they’re your advocates. They bring colleges to campus, build real connections with admissions officers, and present each student in the strongest possible light.

In the end, it’s not about the “best” college with the “best name;” instead, it’s about the right college with the right fit. A place where each student can grow, thrive, and become the best version of themselves. Through reflection, research, and support, students take the lead in their college search and find a path that truly fits.
CEEB Code: 443539

Learn More About Emery's Four-Year Plan
Our Approach to College Counseling

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  • Ninth Grade: Finding Your Pace & Place

    Freshman Year

    Freshman year is about settling in—building confidence in classes, exploring clubs, and embracing all that Emery/Weiner offers. While college feels far off, College Counseling is already here to guide students and families with course planning, early testing timelines, and making the most of summer and school opportunities.

  • Tenth Grade: Growing Confidence & Challenge

    Sophomore Year

    Sophomore year is about deepening your academic focus, discovering your voice in activities, and stepping into emerging leadership roles. College Counseling helps you find the right level of rigor—exploring Emery/Weiner’s honors and advanced courses—while encouraging you to shine both in and beyond the classroom.

  • Eleventh Grade: Building the Foundation

    Junior Year

    Junior year is all about exploration and preparation—meeting college reps, touring campuses, and researching admission requirements and majors. Students begin assembling their application toolkit: resumes, essays, and ACT/SAT testing.
     
    By spring, they’ve crafted a solid college list, finalized a strong senior schedule, and identified the right teachers for recommendation letters. Summer internships and focused application prep then bridge the journey to a confident, successful senior year.

  • Twelfth Grade: From Applications to Decisions

    Senior Year

    In the fall of senior year, students dive into the heart of the college process. They continue meeting with college representatives and attending programming—just as they did in junior year—but now with a finalized college list and application materials in progress.
     
    Our college counselors partner closely with students and families every step of the way—offering guidance on applications (Common App or school-specific), reviewing resumes and essays, and providing thoughtful feedback on supplemental writing. Students who plan to retake the ACT or SAT often do so during this semester.
     
    When admission decisions arrive, counselors remain a steady guide, helping students weigh their choices and plan next steps. While students take the lead on meeting deadlines, submitting test scores, and completing financial-aid forms, they’re never alone—our counselors are always just a conversation away.

Our Trusted Partners

The Emery/Weiner School is honored to introduce the inaugural College Counseling Advisory Board. These trusted partners will offer College Counseling guidance during the constantly changing college admission landscape.

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Meet the Team

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    Chadd Bridwell 

    Director of College Counseling
    (832) 204-5900
  • Photo of Stacy McGee

    Stacy McGee 

    Associate Director of College Counseling
    (832) 204-5900
  • Photo of Alyssa Zarco

    Alyssa Zarco 

    Associate Director of College Counseling
    (832) 204-5900

Contact Us

For more information, please contact Chadd Bridwell, Director of College Counseling: cbridwell@emeryweiner.org 

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9825 Stella Link Road, Houston, TX 77025
Phone: (832) 204-5900    Fax: (832) 204-5910
The Emery/Weiner School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation or identity, or religion in all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The Emery/Weiner School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation or identity, or religion in the administration of educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.