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We are an educational advisory driven by a human-centered approach. Our educational experts attentively listen to clients’ distinct needs to create personalized educational solutions. We foster dialogue throughout the implementation process, ensuring that we adapt and refine our support as necessary and in real time. With an unwavering commitment to objectivity, rooted in our multi-decade experience, clients trust us to provide expert guidance on a diverse array of complex educational matters.
OUR HISTORY
Art’s vision for a student-centered, collaborative educational advisory took shape nearly 30 years ago during his tenure teaching high school. In 2000, he joined forces with Jill, a Harvard-trained educator, and after a two-year planning process, they co-founded Creative Marbles in 2003. For 20 years, Art and Jill remain committed to advising both parents and students, knowing that individual academic success requires the collective efforts of a community. Read More.
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Creative Marbles Consultancy’s educational advisors are committed to guiding and educating youth. In twenty years, our teachers turned consultants have collaborated with numerous families to navigate the ever-evolving and complex college admissions process. We help families devise educational plans so students can cultivate their talents and achieve economic prosperity. Read More.
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College Essay Writing 101: Passive vs. Active Tense
By Jill Yoshikawa, Ed M, Partner of Creative Marbles Consultancy / November 3, 2023 
Advice about Letters of Recommendation
By Jill Yoshikawa, Ed M, Partner of Creative Marbles Consultancy / October 15, 2023Students are advised to request the letters 6-8 weeks prior to the application deadline, ideally from two academic teachers: history,… Read More 
Academic Stress May Not Appear as “Stress”
By Jill Yoshikawa, Ed M, Partner of Creative Marbles Consultancy / October 5, 2023A high school sophomore recently shared her thoughts on the challenges of earning an A in her Chemistry course—a grade… Read More 
Advice about Optional Admissions Interviews
By Jill Yoshikawa, Ed M, Partner of Creative Marbles Consultancy / September 26, 2023Some private university admissions officers invite prospective applicants to schedule evaluative admissions interviews before applying. Students have a dual opportunity:… Read More 
Support Those Living True
By Jill Yoshikawa, Ed M, Partner of Creative Marbles Consultancy / September 16, 2023Surya, a former student, seeking to live authentically, is developing his latest film. View this post on Instagram A post… Read More 
Tips When Attending A College Fair
By Jill Yoshikawa, Ed M, Partner of Creative Marbles Consultancy / September 8, 2023To most effectively gain needed information at college fairs—often described as “speed dating” for college admissions—it’s crucial to prepare in… Read More 
All About the College Essay
By Jill Yoshikawa, Ed M, Partner of Creative Marbles Consultancy / August 30, 2023The college essay is autobiographical, not a typical academic writing exercise. However, most students have been trained to write academic… Read More 
Guest Post: The Departing for College Dilemma
By Jill Yoshikawa, Ed M, Partner of Creative Marbles Consultancy / August 18, 2023A soon-to-be first year college student from the West Coast, reflects on her experience preparing to move to an East… Read More 
The Myth of the College List
By Jill Yoshikawa, Ed M, Partner of Creative Marbles Consultancy / August 16, 2023Most families believe the college admissions process starts with picking colleges, then filling out applications, which includes writing college essays,… Read More 
Don’t Pay Attention to the College Essay Prompt
By Jill Yoshikawa, Ed M, Partner of Creative Marbles Consultancy / August 6, 2023It’s a mistake to start the process of drafting college essays by choosing a prompt, then brainstorming ideas based on… Read More
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