The essays that stand out to me...are essays that showcase a student's individuality. Brennan Barnard, Director of College Counseling.Â
" (An essay) It's a chance to add depth to something that is important to you and tell the admissions committee more about your background or goals."Â Johns Hopkins University Admissions
essay assistÂ
summer 2026
Mr. Hammonds, M.A.Ed. Professional School CounselorÂ
Educational leadership doctoral candidate.Â
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Providing assistance in writing powerful personal essays in the summer to lower the stress and anxiety of the college application process.Â
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Why wait till the fall?
The college application process with deadlines is grueling.Â
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Let's work together to have your college application essay and scholarship essay complete by the end of the summer!
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THREE OPTIONS FOR SUMMER ESSAY HELP
CHECK OUT BELOWÂ
Reviews
What people say about my program.
During my essay sessions, Mr. Hammonds gave me confidence that my story is worth telling.Â
Christian SmithÂ
  UNC Chapel Hill StudentÂ
  LawÂ
"The essays that stick out do so not because of what the applicants write but how they write it—with an authentic voice that gives readers a sense of what the student sees, feels, and thinks." — Jeffrey J. Selingo, author of Who Gets In and Why.Â
I was scared I didn't have a topic to talk about. In the meets, the brainstorming was my favorite. I felt lost but Mr. Hammonds was helpful.
Delaney Marshall
  Robeson Com. College
  Radiography
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Thank you Mr. Hammonds for pushing me and guiding me through admissions and scholarships.Â
Kaylee Chavis
 ECU StudentÂ
 Brinkley-Lane Scholar
I was pleased with the confidence and knowledge Mr. Hammonds provided my son. He struggled with writing but through the sessions he improved.Â
Charmaine LocklearÂ
  Parent
A Powerful Essay Can Change a Future.Â
3 options
summer 2026
2. Essay Consultation - Student
1. THE MODULAR ESSAY BUILDERÂ Â Â Â Â
3. Essay Consultation - Parent HelpÂ
WANT TO WORK ON YOUR OWN?
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This google document will guide you through the development of your essay. Complete the document and you have an essay!
WANT SOME LIVE HELP?
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1 hour google meet session for essay help. This session can be for the beginning, middle, or end of the essay process.Â
WANT SOME LIVE HELP, MOM OR DAD?
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1 hour google meet for the parent looking to assist their student in the essay process. Moms and dads know their kids which can lead to great help for essay brainstorming.Â
Video of the MODULAR ESSAY BUILDER.Â
Complete the essay builder and end up with a workable rough draft of a personal essay. Watch how it works here...
Story
Your teen’s high school journey is more than just grades; it is the starting line for a bright, purposeful future ahead.
With over 25 years in education, including 18 years as a high school counselor, Mr. Hammonds, M.A.Ed., deeply understands the college admissions landscape.
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Currently pursuing his Ed.D. in Educational Leadership at Liberty University, his work focuses on building resilience and grit in young adults. As a dedicated youth pastor and mentor, he provides a supportive, expert hand to help students find their unique voice and navigate the path to college with total confidence.
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Email Mr. Hammonds - ahammondseducation@gmail.com