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In this episode of The Parent Doctor Podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome Jesse Roselin, a forward-thinking educator and the founder of Pacific Preparatory, a fully accredited K–12 online school that delivers personalized, one-on-one learning to students across the globe.
Jesse and I have been friends for over a year, and I’ve had the joy of being part of his Reimagined community—where bold ideas about education and parenting thrive. In today’s conversation, Jesse shares how his eclectic educational journey—from Waldorf schools to Oxford University—inspired him to rethink what school could be. We explore the shortcomings of the traditional one-size-fits-all model and why it’s time for a more human-centered approach to learning.
We talk about how Pacific Prep combines high-touch, emotionally attuned mentorship with academic customization to meet students exactly where they are—whether they’re gifted, anxious, recovering from trauma, or simply ready for something different. Jesse also opens up about the emotional side of education: how confidence, identity, and relationships with teachers can be the key drivers of academic success.
You’ll hear practical examples of how interest-based, flexible learning can reignite motivation in struggling kids—and why parents don’t need to panic if their child’s path looks different from the norm. Jesse reminds us that success is rarely linear, and with the right support, kids can move from surviving to thriving.
If you’ve ever questioned whether the traditional school system is really serving your child—or you’re simply curious about the future of education—this conversation will challenge and inspire you.
If you’d like to reach out to Jesse, you can contact her via email at jesse@pacificpreparatory.org, or connect with her on social media: Facebook, LinkedIn and her Website.
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