Jason Pfaff
Owner
Jason Pfaff is a nationally recognized leader in college admissions and offers over 20 years of experience helping students connect with the right school. Previous to Class 101, Jason led Best Colleges, an online family of over 50 higher education digital publications that helped over one million students and 300 colleges connect and complete the admissions journey. As part of this work, Jason partnered closely with US News and World Report on their college rankings and marketplace giving him keen insight into the higher education landscape and the strengths and weaknesses of a wide range of schools. Jason has worked in admissions at several institutions, including Salem University and Saint Gregory’s University, and is a former basketball coach at Mount Saint Mary’s High School and St. Gregory’s. With a career that has included working with hundreds of institutions on their admissions process, Jason brings to each student he works with a depth of understanding of what institutions are looking for and what makes a great fit. Jason has also led the financial aid office at several institutions and is a recognized expert in the field. This unique experience enables him to serve families in a way that places an emphasis on student success, college fit and affordability all at the same time. Jason also formerly served on the Montgomery County Business Roundtable for Education at the request of the Superintendent of Schools for MoCo. His unique insight, student first mentality, and depth of experience in higher education was considered invaluable as the district navigated an unprecedented time of change and transition. Jason’s mission is to understand and support the uniqueness of each student and engage them in a college search and preparation journey that works for them, while finding the right school that will serve as the springboard to the rest of their life.
Anna Pfaff
Owner / Director of Community Engagement
Anna Pfaff is a community leader with a special focus on young people and education in Montgomery County, Maryland. With over 25 years in volunteer leadership experience she has focused on fundraising, event planning and project management, Anna has specialized in creating unique events and experiences for nonprofits in the county. With four children in Montgomery County School Public Schools, she is experienced in the resources and pathways available to our MCPS Students. Anna Pfaff has 10 years of service to the Parent Teacher Association of Montgomery County, which includes serving as PTA President for three different Montgomery County Schools. Engaging students in leadership opportunities has been her passion, and she is known as the creator of Rockville Day, a student driven, cluster event attended by over 2000 people. Anna’s mission is to help the families in Montgomery County fit the puzzle pieces of the college application process together in a way that makes sense to them. She engages and empowers students to be the leader of the college journey making smart and thoughtful choices. With four children in Montgomery County School Public Schools, she is experienced in the resources and pathways available to our MCPS Students.
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
