Camille M. Bertram

They all said you are the best in the business and that we were in great hands. We agree.”

Thank you once again for your help. Your advice was crucial in validating our decision to send (our daughter) to (boarding school) and we're pleased that it has worked out.”

We have really enjoyed working with Holly. She is energetic, warm and very professional. She is a real asset to your staff and your firm.”

I have been meaning to tell you of (our son’s) transformation at (junior boarding school). He began last year with a new plan and set of objectives – and has become a motivated young man with a variety of new skills, dimensions and friendships. (School name) has delivered way beyond my expectations! He is at home there and has grown in so many ways. We speak about how he will cherish these years forever. The icing on the cake came this weekend when he called with his SSAT results – he scored in the 90th percentile for private school applicants.

We are grateful for all you did to get the ball rolling for junior boarding school. You convinced us and engaged our son enough to make it possible. We would happily speak with any of your clients about you and (school name). The people there are amazingly devoted and great, positive role models. I’m so glad I could share this great report with you!”

Cammie, thank you for your follow-up. (Our son) is doing AMAZING!!! He is very happy, has made a terrific initial transition and has only positive things to say. (My husband) and I are so thankful. For us, this is a miracle. We are seeing a changed adolescent, already – hard to believe. We owe it all to you and the school. We are so grateful.”

First and most important, we can’t thank you enough for the suggestion to send (our son) to a junior boarding school, with a repeat of 8th grade – and for the suggestion of (school name) in particular. That was the perfect place for him to take a deep breath, work on his skills and grow up in maturity, confidence and size. He is now almost six feet tall, but more importantly, he is much more comfortable in his own skin and has gained a huge amount in maturity and in his academic and social skills.”

In terms of searching for a traditional boarding school, a family quickly realizes there are too many schools and the material provided on each is too generic to make the right decision. We found you to be the perfect counterpart in the search process. You are an excellent listener and, as a result, understood the subtleties of our child’s situation fully. Your foundation of knowledge of these schools is, in our estimation, unrivaled and you were able to narrow the search to a group of truly appropriate schools.

Thank you for making a challenging process enjoyable and for empowering our family with the benefits of your firm’s knowledge.”

Dear Cammie: Not sure all would have ended up as well without your help and guidance. Four years ago, I never would have dreamed, never would have hoped for such a happy ending! We are blessed. While it was a rough road to go down, it was well worth the trip. Thank you, again and again, for your kindness and direction during our most difficult time.”

Cammie, you have sent us an angel and I can’t thank you enough! Jeremy has been an amazing help and we are so grateful for his help, caring and guidance.”

(Our son) sat down last night and made his final decision to attend (school name). We are all relieved that the long and arduous admissions process is finally over! Thank you, Cammie, for guiding us through the maze of schools, interviews, applications, testing, etc. We all feel great about his decision. Thank you again for bringing (school name) to us.”

Cammie, thank you for all your help. Clearly your deep understanding of both the school and applicant are extraordinarily impactful.”

Cammie, I can't begin to thank you for all your support and kind words. You helped me through hell and back! Meeting you was an ‘act of fate.’ I am deeply grateful for everything you did for our son, myself and my family. I am so excited about getting my son back. I couldn't have done it without you.”

Holly, I am very grateful for your advice and willingness to share your ideas. The educational situation with my daughter is obviously of the greatest importance to me, especially being a single mom. It was really very kind of you to offer your expertise to a stranger. I can truly appreciate the value of IECA consultants just from the conversation we had today.

Thank you again for your time. I will certainly remember your name in speaking with other parents about working with consultants and I hope that somehow, your "paying it forward" today with me comes back to you from a similarly goodhearted Samaritan.”

I really can't thank you enough for all your help and kindness over the past few years. It takes a special person who cares about children to do the work you do. I am so lucky that Cammie introduced us!!”

We have a good gut feeling about (the new program). (Our son) is not perfect yet, but he is doing so much better. The progress reports frequently do not report all the growth and good. Thank you for your wisdom, kindness, support, and most of all, your patience.”

Hi Cammie, (our son) was delighted to learn that he was accepted to (boarding school). (Husband) and I and (our son), of course want to thank you for your support in the application process. We are particularly grateful for the pep talks the two of you shared. They no doubt gave him the confidence to articulate his goals and ambitions to the admissions committee. We are very proud of (our son) and this great accomplishment and we are grateful not only for the encouragement you gave him but for the strong support and recommendation you made on his behalf.”

Dear Cammie: My goodness, you're good at what you do! Since the day we met when you discussed your role, you've done exactly what you said you would, and more. You've exceeded expectations at every point, and the results speak for themselves. In addition, you were insightful, caring, and extremely pleasant to work with, especially during those anxious times.

I am particularly struck by your quick abilities to understand (our son), to help him think about his strengths, and what is important to him, and to gain his trust and real admiration. (Our son) truly values what you've done for him, and so do (Dad) and I. I would be delighted to be a reference, if ever you should be interested.”

Audrey, you are impressively good at drawing out children. (Our son) was acting very quiet, but you were able to bring out sparks of his personality!”

Audrey, I have to say I am just thrilled that we were referred to you! I really enjoyed speaking with you yesterday, and I am sure we can have a productive and enjoyable working relationship helping (our daughter) explore and prepare for her next big step in life.”

Cammie, we had a wonderful time revisiting (boarding school) today, and though we really didn’t need any convincing, we came away even more enamored with the school than before. On the way home, (our son) was raving about the students, classes and everything else he’d encountered during his morning and I shared with him all the great things I'd seen and heard. Your support was invaluable in this whole process and we hope that you will count (our son’s) placement among your many success stories.”

Audrey, what an incredible journey the boarding school process was and you were a terrific intellectual and spiritual guide for us. Thank you so much for all of your help during this process. I'm sure we had your head spinning as we were spinning ourselves. (Our daughter) is so excited and can't wait to start school next year.”

Again you are our lifesaver! I am so grateful to you for putting us in touch with the most wonderful people in your field (and you thought your job was over with our family – NEVER!). I am so relieved and happy to know that (our son) will be in such capable hands. I knew anyone you recommended would be very caring. I can't thank you enough. You are THE BEST!!!”

Just wanted to say a quick hello and let you know that (son's name) LOVES (secondary boarding school). The people there are great and everyone is so helpful. (Daughter's name) just got into (college) early decision. She is thriving at (secondary boarding school), is a senior counsel member and has emerged as such a leader among her peers. We are so proud of her. I know (son's name) will get there too. Without your help, we would not be in this great situation with both our kids. We are so grateful for everything that you did for us Ð and you know we'll send you anyone who needs a great prep school consultant!”

Hi Cammie, once again you are coming to the rescue for one of us! I can’t tell you how relieved (our friend) is now that you are going to be involved with (her son). Your words of encouragement were just what she needed. He is such a bright boy and athletic, too. To see him not doing well academically and not involved in sports is just heartbreaking. Boarding school is just what he needs and you are the key (again) and the salvation!

I can’t tell you how much we all appreciate you. You are like a special angel that helps us point our kids in the right direction. I know that they would not be where they are today without you. I mean that sincerely. (Our son) has just gotten his 2nd term grades and he has improved so much. Last year at this time we were wondering if he would make it through another year. He LOVES (boarding school) so much and is really thriving. You knew it was right for him and it’s working out to be another wonderful, life altering experience (for him and us).

I could go on and on about what you mean to us and our kids. Just know that you are like a member of our family we only call you when we need something! Thank you and know that you have been an instrumental part of all our lives. (Signed) Your friends for life.”

Cammie, your guidance, care and support were the keys to a successful boarding school application process for our family. You cannot know the difference you made for each of us. I am eternally grateful.”