Meet the team at HYPed Consulting
Our team is dedicated to providing expert guidance and support to students and parents. We are passionate about making a positive impact on the educational journey of our clients and ensuring their success.
Jessica Cai
Co-Founder & Consultant
Jessica Cai is an educator and researcher in the field of education. She conducts interdisciplinary research combining cognitive science and educational technology, focusing on designing interventions to support teaching and learning in the classroom. She has had the unique opportunity to conduct innovative design-based research, develop digital learning tools, and deploy cognitively grounded educational interventions in classrooms throughout Orange County. Her work has been presented at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) conference and International Society of the Learning Sciences (ISLS). She is a current doctoral student at Northwestern University and holds dual degrees in education science and English. She completed her Master's of Education at Harvard University
EDUCATION
UC Irvine, B.A English and Education Science '23
Harvard University, Ed.M Learning Design '24
Northwestern University, Doctoral Student '29
Kelly Song
Co-Founder and Lead Consultant
Kelly Song holds an undergraduate degree from Peking University and a master's from Harvard Graduate School of Education. As a foreign-born Chinese, she is fluent in both Chinese and English, boasting a perfect TOEFL writing score. She has guided students to top universities like Brown, Cornell, Harvard, and Columbia. Her expertise in storytelling and essay writing helps students craft standout application materials, showcasing their unique experiences and aspirations.
EDUCATION
Peking University, B.A Arts Management '21
Harvard University, Ed.M Human Development '24
Snow Li
Social Emotional Coach
Snow Li is a serial social entrepreneur, founder, and life coach dedicated to sustainability, social responsibility, and the well-being of Asian and Asian-American youth. She holds dual degrees in statistics and finance from Lehigh University. As an international "third culture kid," Snow offers unique empathy and understanding in her work. A passionate life coach and advocate for mental health and education, she supports students and professionals in navigating cultural, disability, and educational journeys, emphasizing the importance of well-being. She is continuing her studies at Stanford Graduate School of Business.
EDUCATION
Lehigh University, B.S Statistics and Finance
Harvard University, Ed.M Education Leadership '24
Stanford University, MBA Candidate '26
Cynthia Liu
Senior Consultant
Cynthia graduated from the University of British Columbia (Canada) with a Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Science (Honours), and a TESOL Certificate. Cynthia then graduated from Harvard University with a Master of Education. She holds a K-12 Teaching Certificate in Canada and has taught high school and undergrad students. In addition to mentoring students and exploring their academic passions, she has experience with top university admission and scholarship applications in North America and Europe.
EDUCATION
University of British Columbia, BSc Conservation Science and B.Ed. '22
Harvard University, Ed.M Learning Design '24
CERTIFICATION
TESOL Certified
OUR MISSION
Here at HYPed Consulting, we firmly believe that every student possesses their own unique brilliance, and our commitment is to guide each and every student in finding the most suitable path. By uniting the strength of the many, we create extraordinary individuals.
CORE VALUES:
Empowerment
We believe in empowering our students to make informed decisions and take control of their educational journey.
Voice
We want to elevate our students' voices and help them tell their unique stories.
Inclusivity
Inclusivity is at the heart of our approach, ensuring that all individuals have access to high-quality educational support and resources.