Our Amazing Team

Megan has always been curious about the world around her. Growing up in Cincinnati as the daughter of two opera singers, much of her childhood revolved around music. She studied piano, cello, vocal music and ballet at the School for Creative and Performing Arts, while some of her favorite nights were spent on the back deck with her dad, listening to classical music and staring at the stars. Long before she knew what astrophysics was, she wanted to understand the universe.

By eighth grade, Megan had outgrown the academics at her school and set her sights on Ursuline Academy, an all-girls high school known for its academics. There was one significant problem: her family couldn’t afford the tuition. Megan prepared for the entrance exam and earned a full merit scholarship that made attending Ursuline possible. Her education there would ultimately help open another door for a scholarship to study astrophysics at the University of Colorado Boulder.

Ursuline also gave Megan something she wouldn’t fully appreciate until she left. She spent four years surrounded by intelligent, ambitious young women in an environment where girls were expected to ask questions, challenge themselves and pursue big goals. During her first physics class, a teacher pulled her aside and told her there weren’t enough women in physics and that Megan had a knack for it. The conversation transformed a lifelong fascination with the night sky into a direction for her life.

College challenged Megan in ways she never anticipated. She entered a male-dominated physics program and, for the first time, began questioning whether she belonged in the room. She also faced significant personal adversity that interrupted her education and eventually led her to step away from school for a semester. She returned determined to finish what she had started, rebuilt her confidence as a student, and earned her degree in Astrophysics.

One of the people who influenced her most during her college years was her first female astrophysics professor. She was curious, creative, unapologetically herself, and unlike the image Megan had unconsciously formed of what a physicist was supposed to be. Watching her made Megan recognize how much representation had shaped her own life. She had experienced what it felt like to grow up surrounded by women who made ambition feel normal, and she had experienced how quickly that certainty could change when those women disappeared from the room.

For years, Megan told people she had three goals: earn her Ph.D. in astrophysics, contribute to the field, and eventually create a STEM initiative for young women. After graduation, she taught astronomy in California before moving to Montana and beginning what she expected would be a temporary job tutoring physics and calculus while preparing for graduate school. Instead, she spent the following years becoming an educator and learning how to build an education company from the inside out. Eventually, Megan realized that the STEM initiative didn’t have to wait.

She founded All Girls’ Prep around a conviction that had been built through every stage of her own education: the environments young women learn in, and the people they learn from, can profoundly shape what they believe they are capable of. Megan wanted girls to be surrounded by women who expected them to be curious, work hard, ask questions, take risks and keep going when something was difficult. Above all, she wanted them to enter the next stage of their lives already believing that they belonged there.

Megan’s path to this work was not particularly straight, and she wouldn’t change that. She has built her life around pursuing things that challenge her, from astrophysics to entrepreneurship to ultramarathons through the mountains. Along the way, she has learned to trust that both adversity and the hard things she chooses to pursue will introduce her to a version of herself she hasn’t met yet. That experience has shaped the way she shows up for her students: with an unwavering belief in who they are capable of becoming, even when they can’t see it yet.

Math was never the obvious path for Diana. She chose it anyway.

After declaring a mathematics major at CU Boulder, knowing she'd have to work harder than everyone around her, Diana spent four years proving that grit and the right support can take you anywhere. She went to the math help lab every day, hired a tutor her first week, and earned her degree one hard-won point at a time. She graduated with degrees in both Mathematics and Education, then went on to earn a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction (Mathematics) from CU Boulder.

When she nearly dropped the program her sophomore year, a professor told her something she's carried ever since: "We need teachers like you." So she stayed. And she became one.

Diana began her teaching career in Boulder, Colorado, where families often thanked her for helping their daughters develop confidence in math and STEM. She taught internationally at a private school in Mexico, and back home, she led Adelante, a college access program for first-generation students. Working with those students activated something in her: a deep love for test prep and post-secondary planning, and a reinforced belief that education should empower and open doors for all learners.

Her commitment to that work was recognized in 2017 when she won CU Boulder's "The Best Should Teach" Award.

Diana brings something to this work that most math tutors can't: she knows exactly what it feels like to sit in a classroom and not get it. She knows what it takes to push through, to ask for help, and to come out the other side believing in yourself. Her ability to connect with students from all backgrounds allows them to feel safe, seen, and supported, and that's why they trust her so deeply. She's been where they are, and she's proof that the work pays off.

Her work with All Girls' Prep is a love letter to the women who paved the way for her: mentors, friends, and colleagues who work tirelessly to be seen and heard. When Megan, her college roommate, invited her to join AGP, Diana knew it was the perfect opportunity. As Owner and COO of both College Planning Partnerships and All Girls' Prep, she's building the kind of environment she once needed.

When Diana tells your daughter, "You can do this," she means it. Because she did it.

Rebekah was the Salutatorian of the class of 2018 at Hamilton College. They double majored in mathematics and creative writing and were given the school’s highest math award, the Kirkland Prize in Mathematics, as well as the Phi Beta Kappa Book Award, and The Rose B. Tager Prize for short stories. They are a Phi Beta Kappa member and a recipient of the Thomas E. Meehan Prize for creative writing. Rebekah seeks to use intersections and parallels between math and language to help their students better understand both fields. In their free time, they enjoy reading and writing YA fiction, solving puzzles, playing board games, and pestering their cats. Rebekah attended an international high school in Budapest, Hungary before relocating to the United States for college.

As a young student, Selene found an early and strong affinity for math and science, which she partially attributes to both her parents being engineers. She graduated salutatorian from her high school class with plans to major in Neuroscience and eventually attend medical school. Along the way, she was bolstered by incredible female colleagues and peers, including her twin sister Carson and younger sister Mia.

During her freshman year at the University of Southern California, her coursework grew more intense, and the long pathway to a medical degree loomed ahead, Selene learned that she did not nurse the same type of passion for math and science that her classmates (and sister) did. She loved to engage in the analytical problem solving of her pre-med coursework and was earning top grades, but knew that she could not ignore her love for the arts. While she ultimately chose a different path, she hoped that math and science could somehow stay a part of her life.

When she moved to New York City and became a tutor, she found that sharing knowledge with her students, particularly in STEM related-fields, was exactly what she needed. Her love for math and science has only grown as she’s tutored students not only in SAT/ACT prep, but also in Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, and more. She believes that no matter what career path or major a student chooses, the benefits of a strong base in science and math are overwhelming. The hours she dedicated working to understand integrals or the citric acid cycle built her resilience, curiosity, and perseverance. Excelling in male-dominated classes has given her confidence to assert herself in all male-dominated spaces, STEM-related or otherwise.

Selene hopes that she can model this confidence for her students, but sadly finds it lacking in her female students, despite their often very impressive performance. She takes pride in helping her students hone their strengths and celebrate their successes.

Hanna’s affinity for math and science was evident from an early age, naturally guiding her toward a career in STEM. While initially undecided about her specific path, she enrolled at Montana State University, where an introductory engineering course exposed her to a variety of disciplines. This experience helped her to pursue a degree in Industrial and Management Systems Engineering.

Early in her career as an Industrial Engineer, Hanna quickly learned the importance of advocating for herself in male-dominated spaces. With the support of an encouraging manager, she gained the confidence and guidance needed to navigate these challenges and grow professionally. This experience sparked her interest in leadership and led her to pursue a Master’s degree in Engineering Management.

Throughout her career, Hanna has benefited from the mentorship of several women leaders, whose ongoing support has helped shape her professional development. Their influence has fueled her commitment to continuous learning and mentorship, which she now strives to offer others in return.

A self-proclaimed “girl of her own ideas” at age 3, Anna has always had a strong affinity for two things: numbers and dance. As a high school student, she balanced a heavy course load of AP classes with full evenings of dance training, eventually adding the school musical to her busy schedule. When it came down to what she wanted to study in college, many of her friends were shocked to learn she chose theater and dance over more traditional academia. She’ll never forget the letter she received from one of her male friends telling her she was “making a mistake” and was “too smart to go into theater.” But her family, especially her mom, remained her greatest champions, celebrating with her when she was accepted to Northwestern University’s theater program and again when she graduated magna cum laude 4 years later.

Over the course of her career as a performer and artistic manager, Anna has experienced firsthand both what it is like to be supported by other women for her successes and to be torn down for exhibiting her strengths. With that lived experience, Anna makes a concentrated effort to lift up other women in all that she does. Whether it’s fostering a sense of community with the next generation of female artists, highlighting a female colleague’s achievements in a male-dominated industry, or reminding her female students that, yes, they can be smart and they don’t have to be shy about it, she strives to be a champion of women’s successes, no matter how small they may be.

Jaya Carter is an accomplished tutor and passionate advocate for women in STEM, with over seven years of experience in education. Her love for STEM was sparked during her childhood, when her parents encouraged her curiosity by enrolling her in STEM programs, workshops, and summer camps. These formative experiences not only cultivated her interest but also showed her the importance of creating accessible opportunities for young women to explore STEM fields. As a proud alumna of Howard University, where she earned her degree in Computer Information Systems, Jaya has firsthand experience navigating the challenges of a male-dominated field. From overcoming gender bias to finding her voice in technical spaces, she has drawn from these experiences to mentor and empower young women in their academic and professional journeys.

Through the All Girls’ Prep program, Jaya works to inspire confidence, curiosity, and resilience in her students. She creates a nurturing environment where young women can explore their potential, particularly in STEM subjects, standardized testing, and critical thinking. Many of her students have achieved significant milestones, from excelling in academics to developing a passion for STEM that mirrors her own. Jaya believes that education is a tool for breaking barriers and shaping future leaders. She is proud to be part of a program that uplifts young women, helping them see their value and abilities in a world that often underestimates them. For Jaya, All Girls’ Prep is more than a program—it’s a mission to empower the next generation of women in STEM and beyond.

Inspired by her own female English Language Arts teachers, Rochelle always knew she wanted to be an ELA educator. Her journey took her to the University of Delaware, where she earned a B.A. in English Education. During her training and classroom observations, Rochelle noticed that female students often lacked the same confidence as their male peers. This insight became a central focus of her academic and teaching work.

She earned her B.A. in English from Central Connecticut State University, where her research and thesis focused on Gender Studies in Literature. With this background, Rochelle pioneered the college-level course “Women’s Literature” at her West Hartford high school. This class combines her passion for gender equality with the study of women’s literary contributions throughout history.

Rochelle also teaches AP Language and Composition, emphasizing SAT skills. While teaching this class, she noticed that female students often hesitated about their grades and abilities on exams. This motivated her to tutor young women, helping them improve their learning and test-taking skills. Rochelle dedicates her efforts to ensuring all young women have equal educational opportunities. Her main goal is to foster confidence that drives resilience, success, and a love of learning in her students.

Kaitlyn realized she was “good” at math in the fourth grade, when she, along with four of her male classmates, were pulled from the regular math class to be in a small group honors course. For the majority of fourth through eighth grade, she was the only girl in the course. In high school, her favorite classes were band, English, and history, but she always took the most challenging math and science courses that fit into her roster. She attributes her high marks in two of the harder courses, chemistry and AP Calculus, to the fact that she knew her classmates would ask her to explain the material before the next class, so she had to understand each lesson fully so as not to let them down. 

In the fall of her senior year of high school, her English teachers (all women!) collectively made sure she applied to the University of Pennsylvania which she definitely would not have done without their encouragement. At Penn she majored in sociology and minored in cognitive science and music. She played trumpet in the Penn Band and the occasional pit orchestra for a musical. As had been the case since she first joined band at 10 years-old, Kaitlyn was usually the only female trumpet player in an ensemble, but that never stopped her from having a great time. 

Kaitlyn’s goal is always to inspire confidence and guide students towards their goals while maintaining a positive philosophy. She is grateful for all the encouragement and excellent female role models she has had in her life and hopes to pay that forward to her students.

Annika graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Southern California with a degree in theatre and a minor in film. Along with 7 years of teaching experience, she is a filmmaker. In an industry primarily dominated by men, she has relied on mentorship from other femmes, particularly LGBTQ/POC artists, and understands the power of having someone in your corner.

For the majority of her adolescence, Annika played club soccer and was greatly impacted by the bonds and confidence built from existing in a team space with other women. She values the strength that comes from collaboration and teamwork. She is committed to helping her students develop their unique voices and stories while equipping them with the skills they need to succeed.

Annika takes pride in creating safe, inclusive environments where students feel empowered to express themselves and explore their creativity.

Sai was raised in a family and educational environment where science and mathematics were emphasized from an early age. As an Indian-American woman, she was influenced by both her upbringing in the United States and her connection to a culture where expectations for women can differ significantly.

Math became a subject that Sai genuinely loved. Funny enough, it was not always easy. She struggled with math early on and taught herself many of the concepts that eventually became second nature. That experience shaped the way she approaches tutoring today—she knows firsthand that struggling with a subject does not mean you are incapable of succeeding in it. Sai’s passion for math eventually led her to formally tutor K–12 students and provide support with SAT/ACT preparation.

As a woman of color, Sai understands the importance of representation and how cultural expectations can also shape the paths women envision for themselves. Her own female mentors, including professors she had while completing her master’s degree, encouraged her to push herself academically and professionally and helped her see possibilities she may not have considered on her own. Because of this, Sai especially values the opportunity to mentor girls who remind her of her younger self. She strives to help them build the confidence to pursue subjects and careers they are passionate about, even when entering fields where women may be underrepresented.

Sai recently completed her M.S. in Microbiology & Immunology at Tulane University School of Medicine and is pursuing a career in medicine. She is honored to be part of an initiative that is dedicated to empowering the next generation of young women and helping them build the future they dream of.