ABOUT US
Colvos Passage lies between Gig Harbor and Vashon Island and its strong, predominantly northbound current contrasts to the rest of Puget Sound, which varies with the tide.
Colvos College Advisors serves as a guide to help students harness the power of that northbound current and stay on track, pointing at their destination. We provide the “local” knowledge about the college application process so families can navigate what could be a difficult passage with ease and confidence.
Our goal is for all our students to be prepared for life after high school with the skills, tools, and confidence they need for success in a university setting.
ABOUT BLYTHE | Founder + Consultant
Blythe Waltrip comes from a background in education and worked for ten years as an AP history teacher as well as a college & career preparation instructor and program coordinator. Through these experiences, Blythe developed a deep understanding of the college preparation, essay, application, and financial aid processes and gained significant experience in guiding students from a multitude of backgrounds. She now utilizes this knowledge to provide personalized college planning and application guidance to students and their families.
Blythe holds a Bachelor of Arts in European History from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and earned her Secondary Education Teaching Credential from California State University, Channel Islands. She has further enhanced her expertise with an Independent Educational Consulting Certificate from the University of California, Irvine.
As an independent educational consultant, Blythe operates as an objective third-party who is passionate about sharing her knowledge. To maintain currency, she is committed to visiting dozens of university campuses annually and attends professional development conferences. Ultimately, her goal is to assist students and families so they can navigate a complicated process by making thoughtful decisions. She strives to inspire students to take charge of their college-going experience and empower them to make informed decisions about their future in order to prepare for life after high school.
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