Testimonials and example work
Former Student's Testimonials
“If it weren’t for Todd, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Todd pushed me to lead, to persevere, and to follow what I care about. The project was hard—but it changed me and gave me the direction to do what I am today.” - Fiona M., McGill University Graduate
“Todd inspired me to be passionate and to use my skills to help others. Because of Wanderlight Pathways, I found something I truly care about—and learned how to pursue it through action.” - Paty C., Pomona College Graduate
"I needed this project to give me the direction to decide what I was going to study in college. Penn State Engineering, here I come!" - Caden K., Penn State class of '29
"Todd's message was clear 'You are the future leaders of this place.' That belief shaped my high school experience—and it still guides me today." - Jonah M., Harvard Graduate
"I've never been so inspired or challenged." - Isobela A., American University Graduate
“Todd saw something in me I didn’t see in myself. He challenged me, stood beside me, and helped me realize I could do hard things. It was so empowering.” - Erica K., Stanford Graduate
Former Parent Testimonials
“This coaching experience has given our daughter a structure and voice she didn’t have before. The visual tools and consistent reflection helped her own her choices without the shame spiral we used to see.”
— Dawn (Parent of College Freshman)
"Our child's confidence is growing. She’s finally using her accommodations more consistently and initiating her own planning—not just reacting. We’ve noticed less avoidance and more follow-through.”
— Angela (Parent of College Freshman)
Sample Projects Students Have Led:
A reluctant high school freshman turned his paddle sport passion into a school-wide inclusive club, now collaborating with local parks.
A sophomore with ADHD used her love of baking to launch a community bake sale for suicide awareness—earning local press coverage and leading to a summer internship at a nonprofit.
A junior repurposed his Eagle Scout project into a youth-led sustainability campaign that won regional recognition and became a Common App essay topic.
Two sophomores noticed there were not enough clubs focused on helping girls connect with women in need. They created a club that meets monthly and goes to support different women focused groups including homeless shelters, abused women shelters, and book banks.
Real Outcomes
Published books
Created and sold products
Launched fundraisers and nonprofits
Designed after-school programs for kids
Developed the confidence to speak up and lead
Got into their top-choice colleges
Chose majors that aligned with their passions