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Student Success Skills

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What is Executive Function?

When time, task, and emotional regulation skills are still developing, school and life feel stressful. You’re not failing—you need systems that match how your brain works. Let’s create practical strategies to help:

❋ Break large tasks into manageable steps
❋ Stay organized and meet deadlines
❋ Manage time and tasks with systems that work for you
❋ Build study routines that fit how your brain works 
❋ Feel calmer, more confident, and less overwhelmed
❋ Overcome procrastination and follow through on goals

How I Support Students:

  • Supporting students 1:1 since 2014 through academic coaching, executive function skill-building, and confidence-building strategies
  • Creating personalized systems for organization, task management, and “plans of attack” that help students move toward greater independence
  • Guiding students and families through high school accommodation meetings and supporting communication with college accessibility services
  • Partnering with parents, educators, and support teams to create consistent, collaborative strategies across home and school environments
  • Providing individualized instructional support for students with diverse learning profiles and helping them recognize and build on their strengths

Executive Function Coaching at My Learning Light is about:

  • Understanding how your brain works
  • Recognizing your strengths
  • Building practical skills from the classroom to college, career, and life

Meet Casey Condon-Yu, “The Coach”

A long time ago, before classrooms were filled with screens and AI, I earned a Bachelor's degree in Education and a Reading Endorsement from the University of Iowa. As I raised my family, with neurodivergence simply part of our everyday life, I found myself digging deeper into how students learn and thrive. That journey inspired me to continue my professional learning through certifications in Executive Function Coaching, College Counseling, and Dyslexia Education and Advocacy.
Today, I'm an educator, coach, and parent who is passionate about helping students launch into their next chapter. Drawing on both personal insight and professional expertise, I help teens and young adults develop executive function skills, build self-awareness, and take their own next steps with confidence and clarity.

Credentials & Training

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education and Reading Endorsement from the University of Iowa
  • Certified Executive Function Coach, helping teens and young adults strengthen organization, planning, time management, self-advocacy, and independent learning skills
  • Certified College Counselor and Certified in Dyslexia Education and Advocacy, supporting students through academic transitions and helping families better understand and advocate for diverse learning needs
  • Specialized training and experience supporting neurodivergent learners with practical strategies tailored to their individual strengths and goals

  • "Casey worked with my son this semester and I am so glad we found her. She was an extra layer [of support] especially with her experience with dyslexia and executive functioning skills. I don’t think my son would have been as successful this semester without her."

    Parent, Iowa State University

  • "I feel your understanding and willingness to adapt to each individual student only makes you better at what you do!"

    Parent, Winterset Community School District

  • "We are definitely seeing [our child’s] progress and so thankful he gets to spend time with you working each week."

    Parent, Waukee Community School District

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What's Next?

  • As a parent, I’ve asked tons of questions. Feel free to ask away!

  • This meeting is usually attended by the student and their parent or guardian.

  • After booking, I'll send a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—our schedule, how to opt-in for reminder texts, and more.

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