About Head Start College
Our Founder – Meredith Reynolds
Meredith Reynolds brought over 20 years of experience in education and student support.
She designed and supervised the piloting of an innovative online college counseling program, working one-on-one with more than 750 students, teachers, counselors, and administrators. Based on her valuable input, a second version of the program was developed to better support diverse student populations across high schools nationwide.
Meredith served three terms (12 years) on the La Canada Unified School District Governing Board, overseeing operations in this highly competitive district. Additionally, she was appointed to two terms (6 years) on the City of La Canada Flintridge’s Parks and Recreation Commission, responsible for managing community facilities and programs.
Meredith was an attorney specializing in K-12 public school law, focusing primarily on student and personnel matters.
Education
Stanford University (1976) — B.A. in Economics, Phi Beta Kappa
Stanford Law School (1976) — Completed first year
University of Pittsburgh School of Law (1980) — J.D.
Member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association (since 1980)
Member of the California Bar Association (since 1983)
Current Owner – Brittany Reynolds
Meredith mentored Brittany Reynolds in college counseling, and together they began collaborating in 2011. They became partners in 2016 and take great pride in their track record of helping high school students transition into happy and successful adults.
Brittany studied Psychology and Art & Art History at Bucknell University. She holds a Multiple Subject Credential and an Early Childhood Education Credential. In 2020, Brittany earned her Master’s in Teaching with a focus on Multicultural Education, Social Justice, and Action Research.
Professional Experience
Lead Teacher and Curriculum Coordinator at Waverly
Experience teaching PS-4 since 2008
Curriculum Coordinator since the 2023/24 school year
SAT, ISEE, and SSAT preparation tutor
Academic Tutor for over 20 years, working with students from elementary through college levels, primarily middle and high school
Subjects tutored include math, science, writing, Spanish, reading, history, and study skills
Uses a holistic approach to build student confidence and academic skills
College Counseling
Brittany has supported students through the college application process since 2011. While she is a full-time elementary school teacher, her tutoring and counseling work focuses mostly on high school and college-age students.
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