Todd McKay
Owner/College Planner
Todd is co-owner and a college planner at Class 101 Denton – Lake Cities. He holds a B.A. in History from Texas Tech University and a master’s in Educational Leadership from Lamar University. Todd has served as a middle school and high school educator for 3 decades, as well as working as an educational consultant for a national K-12 publisher. Experience teaching Advanced Placement and leadership classes has equipped Todd with the insight to assist students in setting and reaching both academic and personal milestones. As a parent, he has navigated the college prep journey for his own children and knows well the stress it can entail. Committed to easing this process, Todd dedicates himself to helping families by addressing the challenging aspects of college planning, including choosing the right college, perfecting essays, finding scholarships, and even preparing students for the academic rigor of postsecondary education.When he’s not busy with college planning, you’ll find Todd outdoors, hiking, biking, camping, or kayaking.
Samantha McKay
Owner
As co-owner of Class 101 Denton, Sam works alongside Todd to help students navigate the college planning journey. She holds a B.S. from Texas Tech University and a master's in Leadership from Lubbock Christian University. In her professional career, Sam has served in an executive operations role for a healthcare corporation. Throughout her career, Sam has been fortunate to have a mentor and entrepreneur who supported her growth through diverse business opportunities. She now pays this forward by mentoring others, helping them discover value in their professional and personal lives. With firsthand experience guiding her own children through college planning, both of whom graduated from Texas A&M University, Sam understands the challenges parents encounter. Recognizing the dynamic nature of college admissions, she appreciates the invaluable tools and guidance that Class 101 offers families. When she’s not advising students Sam finds joy in outdoor activities, baking, and creating memories with her adult children and their spouses.
Owners
Samantha McKay
Todd McKay
Phone
940-231-2302
Address
1420 Robinson Rd. Suite 220 , Corinth, TX 76210
This is the second time my family has worked with Class 101. With my college planner’s help, I was able to improve my grades and write an amazing essay while abroad in Frankfurt, Germany. This made the distance between the two of us negligible, even before social distancing measures were put in place! Without Class 101, I would have been lost within the endless information required for applying to college. Thank you for making this difficult transition year so much more bearable!
Kai Oddo
Centre College
Because of Class 101… wow, I really don’t think I can put it into words. I’m headed to my dream school. I have a resume that I’m proud of. I got my ACT score up. I’ve experienced the impact that positive affirmation can have on an overscheduled and under slept teenager. I understand the research process to find a school that fits for me. I’m not going to fall into the never-ending pit of despair that is student debt. I’m ready for whatever happens next.
I truly am.
Taylor Galavotti
High Point U
Because of Class 101 I have grown as a student and as a person. Preparing for college can be tricky for high schoolers. Picking a college, deciding a major, and preparing for the ACT are just some of the things that Class 101 has been able to help me with over the last few years. My college planner, Tom, was able to guide me through one of the most important chapters in my life and I am forever grateful. I joined Class 101 as a sophomore with very little idea of what direction I wanted to take my life in. Now, I am just a few months from beginning my first semester of nursing school at the University of Louisville. Without the help of Class 101, I would not have as much confidence in myself and my decisions. Every moment over the last few years has been worth it.
Julian Palmisano
U of Louisville
