SOS4Students

SOS4Students

Help Your Student Build Skills That Last a Lifetime

Expert executive function coaching that transforms struggling students
into confident, independent learners

✓ 11,000+ Students Helped | Serving Families Since 1997

Is Your Student Struggling With …

Getting Organized

and staying on track

Managing Time

and meeting deadlines

Following Through

on assignments

Building Confidence

and independence

These aren’t character flaws—they’re skills that can be taught.
That’s where Executive Function Coaching comes in.

How EF Coaching Works →

Our Signature Service: Executive Function Coaching

WHAT

Building the Brain’s CEO Skills

Students learn to plan, organize, and self-regulate—creating independence that lasts beyond school.

WHO

For Students Who Need…

  • Support with ADHD or learning differences
  • Help overcoming academic obstacles
  • Tools for long-term success
  • Personalized, effective strategies

RESULTS

What Parents See

  • Increased confidence & motivation
  • Better grades & reduced stress
  • Independent homework completion
  • Skills that transfer to life

Comprehensive Support for Every Student’s Journey

Executive Function Coaching

One-on-one coaching to build essential learning skills
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Seminars & Workshops

Group learning experiences for elementary through high school students
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504 Plan Advocacy

Expert guidance to secure the accommodations your child deserves
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IEP Advocacy

Navigate the IEP process with experienced educational advocates
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Why Families Choose SOS4Students

Proven Approach

We use effective methods that work—not trends or quick fixes

Experienced Team

Led by educational expert Beth Samuelson, our coaches bring deep expertise and genuine care

Lasting Results

We don’t just help with homework—we build skills students use for life

What Parents Are Saying

Sarah M., Parent of 8th Grader

“My daughter went from failing to honor roll in one semester. The transformation has been incredible—not just in grades but in her confidence and independence.”

Michael T., Parent of 10th Grader

“SOS4Students gave my son the tools he needed to manage his ADHD. He’s now completing homework on his own and his stress levels have decreased dramatically.”

Jennifer L., Parent of 6th Grader

“The executive function coaching has been life-changing. My daughter is organized, motivated, and actually enjoys learning now.”

Meet Beth Samuelson, Founder & Director

Why She Started SOS4Students

Beth founded SOS4Students with a mission to help students develop the executive function skills they need to
thrive—not just in school, but in life. Her personal story and passion for education drive everything we do.

Credentials & Expertise

  • Educational expert and frequent keynote speaker
  • Specialist in executive function coaching
  • Over 25 years of experience working with students with ADHD and learning differences
  • MA in Education from UC Berkeley
  • Columnist – Bay Area Parent Magazine
  • Co-Host: 98.1 KISS FM Radio show Your Teen Matters with Rona Renner
  • Longtime COPAA member (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates)

Her Approach

Beth believes in personalized strategies that build independence and confidence in every student. She focuses on teaching tools students can use for a lifetime, not just quick fixes for immediate problems.

Read Beth’s Full Story →

Ready to See Your Student Thrive?

No obligation. No pressure. Just a conversation about your student’s needs.

Summer 2026

Workshops Are Open for Registration

Grades 6 through 12 plus rising college freshmen, in-person at Orinda Academy. Spots fill quickly.

See the Full Schedule Our workshops typically sell out