About This Project
A free, ad-free resource for every family navigating the college journey.
The Problem
College preparation is not one moment — it's a 13-year journey. Yet most existing resources only cover a slice of it:
- ▸College Board BigFuture covers high school checklists only (9–12)
- ▸Be A Learning Hero covers K–8 readiness but stops before high school applications
- ▸Dewey Smart has a great 9–12 roadmap but nothing for elementary, middle, or post-acceptance
- ▸Cirkled In covers post-acceptance but nothing before that
A parent of a 2nd grader and a high school senior would need to visit 4+ different sites to find guidance for both their children. That's the gap we fill.
Our Solution
One site that connects the entire pipeline — from building foundational habits in kindergarten through the transition to college life. No gaps, no fragmented advice.
No Gaps
K through move-in day, all in one place
Trackable
Interactive checklists that save your progress
Free Forever
No paywall, no ads, no sign-up required
The 6 Stages
Foundational Skills
Exploration & Skill-Building
Foundation & Exploration
Strategy & Execution
Applications & Decisions
Transition to College
Our Principles
- ①Source-verified. We link to authoritative resources (College Board, FAFSA.gov, Khan Academy) rather than inventing advice.
- ②Age-appropriate. Elementary content is about habits, not college. Senior content is about deadlines, not philosophy.
- ③Parent-inclusive. Every stage includes guidance for parents on how to help — and when to step back.
- ④Privacy-first. No accounts, no tracking, no data collection. Your checklist progress stays in your browser.