Ep. 52 - Secrets of Elite College Applications: Kate Stone on the New Model for Becoming Unstoppable

Ep. 52 - Secrets of Elite College Applications: Kate Stone on the New Model for Becoming Unstoppable

Author: Local Moms Network October 7, 2025 Duration: 34:55
Moms, if the thought of the college admissions process feels either overwhelming or confusing (or both), we’ve got answers!This week on MomCast, we sit down with Kate Stone of Kate Stone Prep.  While her team is based in Fairfield County, CT, they mentor students all over the world to crack the code on college admissions. From essays to application strategy, Kate breaks through the myths and mystery to share exactly what colleges are looking for. What sets Kate apart is a spectacular mix of candor and compassion; she knows how to motivate her students and challenge them to achieve their greatest potential.Kate has her finger on the pulse of college trends and breaks down the new model for admissions. You’ll hear her insider take, plus:*how to propel your student from excellent to elite status*why more activities aren’t actually better (think depth over breadth!)*how to create an unstoppable student by identifying gaps in your kid’s skills, and how to fix them*why starting a coaching program early allows time for experimentation and building expertise*the truth about SAT/ACT scores and why they’re as critical as ever This podcast is presented in partnership with Kate Stone Prep. Make sure to follow her on Instagram @katestoneprep or head to her website www.universitygurus.comFind us at www.thelocalmomsnetwork.comIG: @thelocalmomsnetworkEmail: demetra@thelocalmomsnetwork.com

Hosted by Demetra Ganias-a writer and mother of three who’s navigating the same daily realities-MomCast is a conversation from the trenches of modern parenting. This podcast, from the Local Moms Network, moves beyond simple tips to explore the nuanced, often unspoken layers of family life, culture, and society that shape our days. Demetra guides honest talks with both leading experts and fellow moms who get it, tackling questions about child development, personal identity, and the balancing act that rarely feels balanced. The dialogue here is less about perfect answers and more about shared understanding, offering perspectives that resonate whether you’re in the car line or stealing a quiet moment. It’s a space where the complexities of raising kids intersect with everything else, acknowledging that motherhood is as much about the world we’re preparing our children for as it is about the snack currently ground into the car seat. Tune in for a genuine, sometimes messy, but always connecting look at this defining chapter. You’ll find a sense of community in this podcast, a feeling that someone is putting words to your own experience, making the journey feel a little less solitary and a lot more seen.
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