“Already proven in extensive trials, The Pond appeals to today’s young people, who are adept with and enjoy technology, while it demystifies the college admissions process.  The fun factor belies the tremendous power and value behind this platform,” said Letitu CEO Marco Dahun Lee. 

Many students share their The Pond portal with their parents and family members. Moreover, this is a resource that high school and other career counselors can recommend to their students.  With career objectives better defined through The Pond, counselors can help students select electives courses, extracurricular activities and other strategies that will support their college applications.

As educator David Cushman noted, “If The Pond were integrated into schools, it could provide them with a multitude of educational options.” 

A look under the hood 

In developing The Pond, Letitu worked with high schools, corporations and student organizations to better understand the factors that guide career and college decisions. A personalized My Pond dashboard is generated for each student based on their input.  Through three sets of surveys, the platform highlights top college targets, potential majors to fit their skills, and career goals. Mentors and tutors can incorporate The Pond into their work with students, taking the experience to the next level, while avoiding the high costs associated with many other college prep services.

“The Pond is an example of how AI can serve a positive role in our society to help young people at a critical time in their life. It serves as a helpful tool throughout the journey as students are deciding their college futures,” Lee added. “

The Pond has already attracted significant investment capital in preparation for this formal launch. Also, Letitu was honored in 2022 by the Global Edtech Startup Awards, which recognizes the top education technology each year, for its innovative approach of using AI to support college-bound students.

To learn more about The Pond, visit: https://diveintothepond.com