
Professional Development + Personalized Support
Through workshops, courses, and 1:1 support, we specialize in providing support in the following areas:
- New Teacher Mentorship
- Teacher Retention
- MTEL + Licensure Support
- Executive Functioning




Professional Development
We provide dynamic, research-based professional development for K-12 districts and educator preparation programs, equipping teachers with the strategies and support they need to thrive in the classroom.

MTEL + Licensure Preparation
We offer comprehensive MTEL and licensure preparation, combining expert guidance, personalized support, and proven strategies to help educators pass their exams and launch successful teaching careers.

Executive Function Support
We provide expert Executive Function support for educators, professionals, and busy adults, offering practical strategies to improve organization, time management, and productivity for lasting success.
We are always looking to make a bigger impact with our work by partnering with likeminded organizations and individuals.

















Our Why
Through our work with thousands of educators, we’ve identified critical gaps and inequities in traditional teacher preparation—especially for neurodivergent educators and those who speak English as a second language.
What started as a mission to support teachers has expanded as we’ve seen firsthand the power of executive function strategies in transforming not just classrooms, but careers and daily life. Now, we help educators, professionals, and busy adults develop the organization, time management, and productivity skills they need to thrive—whether in teaching, coaching, or beyond.

Workshop Feedback
“Thank you both for your thoughtful and articulate presentation today. I am happy for those people who came and sad for those who missed the real pearls of wisdom that you shared!”
“Your presentation yesterday was great. You managed to pack so much helpful information into a short time and did it in such a warm and enthusiastic way! I know that those who attended learned a lot.”
MTEL Success
“Christine and Georgia are genuine, caring, and kind. They took a real interest in “me.”
They wanted to know my learning style, are supportive and positive, and answered all my questions.
Not only did they help me pass my MTELs, but they brought me back to a place of believing in myself”
1:1 Sessions
Teachers Supported
MTELs Passed
Why Us?
Passion & Dedication
At Making the Grade Project, our experienced team is committed to providing expert guidance, personalized support, and research-based strategies. We go beyond traditional training, equipping you with the tools to navigate challenges, support diverse learners, and build sustainable success.

Accessible Content
Our commitment to accessible content ensures that all who work with us find the support they need.

Supportive Approach
Our services are designed to nurture all learning styles and provide ongoing support.

Qualified Teachers
With a combined 75 years of experience our team is committed to educator and student success.

Redefining Success
We go beyond the basics, fostering an environment where educators and students feel empowered and confident.
Meet Our Team
Our Founders
We are Christine and Georgia, former K-12 educators and founders of Making the Grade Project.

Christine Zuppa
Co-Founder

Georgia O'Keefe
Co-Founder
Contact Us
We'd Love to Chat
We partner with K-12 school districts, colleges, individuals, and organizations with similar missions and values to us.

Boston, MA

781.334.8698