At On the Ball Coaching, we help middle, high school, and college students
overcome procrastination, disorganization, missing/late assignments and education anxiety
by teaching them time management, prioritization, and communication skills
through weekly executive function coaching sessions
So they feel empowered and can actually enjoy academic and career success!
Do you or your child …
Feel disorganized
Late or missed assignments, not turning in completed assignments and frequently forgetting things at home or school
Have trouble managing time
Procrastinating on starting homework, studying, and scheduling their day
Feel unmotivated and out of control
Overwhelmed and not able to set and achieve goals
Feel totally stressed out!
Causing tension in your family or unhappiness in you or your child?
The good news?
Executive function skills can be taught and strengthened. With practical strategies and consistent support, students can build greater independence, confidence, and a renewed sense of capability in school and beyond.
1. Complimentary Inquiry Meeting
The inquiry meeting is an opportunity for me to learn more about the transformation you would like to see occur while working with an executive functioning coach, as well as an opportunity for me to share more about the process to support your goals.
2. Register/
Assessment
Your coach will evaluate your student's current executive function needs and determine coaching goals.
3. Weekly Executive Function Coaching
During the weekly executive function coaching sessions, I will establish a designed alliance with students that allows me to strengthen their executive function skills.
4. Family Team Meeting
The family-team meeting is an opportunity for all of the key stakeholders on your student's "team" to meet and engage in a process celebrating the wins (or micro-wins), identifying adjusted or new goals, or assigning responsibility and a timeline for implementation
5. Phase out
Phase-out is approached incrementally to help students take ownership of their developing executive function skills while reducing the intensity of our intervention to allow for independent practice.
Testimonials
“I worked closely with Meaghan during her time in Admissions in our Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL). She reviewed applications and interviewed prospective students to assess college readiness and program fit. Meaghan has a strong understanding of neurological profiles, executive functioning skills, and the real demands of college learning. Her ability to translate assessment data into meaningful, practical support makes her an excellent executive function coach.
Meaghan is thoughtful, organized, and deeply student-centered. I trust her completely to support any student struggling with organization, time management, or academic anxiety.”
— Dr. Nicole Parsons, Co-Director, Associate Professor, Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL), Curry College
“Meaghan maintains a level of professionalism when dealing with students and families yet has a warm and compassionate demeanor. Families have mentioned that they enjoyed meeting with Meaghan and felt so reassured.”
— Tish Pieper, Assistant Coordinator, Program for Advancement of Learning (PAL), Curry College
“One of Meaghan’s many talents is her ability to connect with people. She has a friendly and caring demeanor, which makes everyone feel at ease around her.””
— Jessica Burke, M.A.T/M. Ed., Assistive Technology Coordinator, Program for Advancement of Learning, (PAL), Curry College
Meaghan Peterson, M. Ed.,
Certified Executive Function Coach
Hi there!
I’m Meaghan, the founder of On the Ball Coaching. I’m an educator, coach, and lifelong champion for students, regardless of learning profile or background. My professional path spans elementary through higher education.
For over two decades, I’ve worked in classrooms, family-centered programs, and colleges helping children and young adults grow academically, emotionally, and personally. I’ve taught in diverse public school settings, pioneered inclusive classroom models, mentored new teachers, coordinated large homeschool programs, and worked in higher education admissions guiding students and families through pivotal transitions.
Across every role, one truth has stayed constant: bright, motivated students often struggle not because they lack ability, but because they lack the skills to manage time, organize work, plan ahead, and advocate for themselves. Executive function challenges like procrastination, overwhelm, missed deadlines, disorganization, and anxiety can quietly erode confidence and joy in learning.
That’s why I created On the Ball Coaching.
I help middle school, high school, and college students build the practical systems and habits they need to succeed: planning, prioritizing, breaking tasks down, managing emotions, and communicating effectively. My coaching is structured, encouraging, and deeply student-centered. I meet students where they are, honor how their brains work, and teach skills that last far beyond this semester.
Parents often tell me, “I know my child is capable, but I just can’t get through to them.” I bridge that gap. With warmth, clarity, and accountability, I help students feel competent, motivated, and in control of their own success.
Every student deserves to feel capable. My job is to help them get there—one skill, one habit, and one win at a time. Small shifts. Lasting Momentum.
