Dr. Casey Quirarte, Ed.D

10/17/2025

Please join me in supporting “Sock”tober. Clean, new socks are the most requested item from foster families. ❤️🧦 Foster Love is a wonderful organization providing essential services to foster youth in Southern California.

10/13/2025

"Nothing finer" than my 49er education. Many students tell me "I just don't want to go to a Cal State School" without weighing the benefits of a Cal State education. As a successful, proud CSULB alumna, I always encourage California students to apply to at least one school in the CSU system. I'm really excited about the changes underway in California and the new legislation for admission into CSUs, which is set to begin in 2026.

CSULB is one of 45 colleges and universities nationwide that have earned the Seal of Excelencia! The certification reinforces the university's commitment to Latine success. During September and October, The Beach will recognize and celebrate Latine Heritage Month.

Read more about the distinction: https://www.csulb.edu/news/article/csulb-earns-prestigious-seal-of-excelencia-for-its-commitment-to-latinx-students

Explore student, staff and faculty events: https://csulb.campuslabs.com/engage/events?categories=21484

08/12/2025

NOW BOOKING
✨ Fall 2025 College Essay & Admissions Support ✨

This year, I’m beginning a new journey outside the classroom, pursuing the work that’s most fulfilling to me. For nearly 15 years, I’ve worked one-on-one with high school juniors, seniors, and junior college transfers to guide them through the admissions and application process... from crafting authentic personal statements to preparing polished, stand-out applications. I feel fortunate to have a place to pour all my energy, expertise, and joy into supporting individual students.

There is nothing more rewarding than helping students tell their stories with clarity and confidence as they submit applications, then celebrating with families as their senior prepares to attend the just-right college for them.

If you have questions about how I can support you, I’d love to connect.

A difference you’ll notice when you book with me is:

✧ Customized curriculum tailored to each student

✧ Flexible hourly rate so you pay only for the support you need, not costly, one-size-fits-all packages

✧ A proven track record of student success at USC, UCs, Ivy League schools, and other top universities

Please email me directly -- [email protected]

06/29/2025

Many teachers are worried about AI in the classroom—some are even banning it altogether. I get it. Change can feel big. But our students are growing up in a world where AI is part of everyday life, and our job is to help them use it well.

The more we, as parents and educators, explore and understand AI ourselves, the better we can guide kids in using it thoughtfully. If we teach to the times—expecting AI and using it to inspire higher-level thinking—we can create classrooms that are more curious, creative, and connected than ever.

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02/18/2025

Baby steps are brave too. ⭐️

11/02/2024

Such an important question and an incredible response.
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02/03/2024

Love this idea. 🩵

"I can't prevent storms from coming, but I can decide not to invent my own." -

Emily P. Freeman penned these powerful words in her book A Million Little Ways: Uncover the Art You Were Made to Live.

This month on Instagram, we're sharing some of our favorite quotes from Emily's book (it's SO good!), and chatting with you every Friday about what we've learned.

Here's your question for today: what steps do you need to take this weekend (refresh, anyone? 🙂) to avoid "inventing storms" next week?

02/13/2023

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10/07/2022

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08/23/2021

It’s “… and know they love you…” for me.

You're watching the official music video for Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - "Teach Your Children" written by Graham Nash. Originally released on the 1970 CSN...