Speaking Engagements
Susan Schaefer is the Founder and CEO of Academic Coaching Associates. She started ACA in 2008 with a vision of helping students succeed who underperform in school because of executive function difficulties.
Sue has dedicated the last 16 years of her life to educating parents, teachers, counselors, and students on executive function skills and how they impact academic performance.
From speaking at special education conferences to counselor symposiums, Sue is passionate about breaking the stigma surrounding ADHD and academics and helping families learn the tools to live successful, happy lives.
Previous Presentations
Executive Function Challenges in Teens: How it Impacts Academics and How You Can Help - Emory University
Executive Function and Academic Performance - Special Education Conference
Teens and Their Screens - A Guide for Middle School Parents
Making a Successful Transition to College - Guidance Counselor Symposium
The Accidental Entrepreneur - Business School at Connecticut College
The Boomerang Effect: College Freshmen Transitions - Connecticut Public Library
Academic Expectations Ramp Up in Middle School-
How ADHD Effects Academic Performance - Annual SpEd Conference
Academic Success in the Age of Covid - Sedgwick Middle School PTA
Featured Articles
There's No Excuse for Getting a 'D' in Gym Class
4-Day School Week May Save Money but Cheats Students
Mentally Obese? Time for a Digital Diet - Interview with West Hartford's David Ryan Polgar
Testimonials from Attendees
"I really enjoyed Sue's webinar not only from a parent perspective, but from therapist perspective in my work with college-age students with and without ADHD."
"The action items in Sue's presentation were super helpful. It's great to have some things to try with my kids."
"Very helpful information and good to know I'm not alone! Sue provided a lot of good information in a short amount of time. Thank you for the book recommendations!"
"I will definitely be reaching out to sign my son up for academic coaching after attending Sue's webinar. This was very helpful, informative, and inspiring."
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