Build a Wedding Planning Business—Not Just a Certificate
A Career Transition Program for Educators
Built by Someone Who’s Been Exactly Where You Are
Before owning The Valley Wedding Pages, I spent 9 years as a high school teacher. While teaching full-time, I built a wedding planning business on the side — nights, weekends, and summers — learning firsthand what it takes to balance the classroom with entrepreneurship.
That business grew into a successful full-time wedding planning career, which I later sold. Today, I lead The Valley Wedding Pages, connecting planners, venues, and vendors across the Rio Grande Valley.
This academy was created because I know the transition:
- The fear of leaving a stable paycheck
- The challenge of starting something new while still teaching
- The need for structure, mentorship, and real-world guidance
You don’t have to figure it out alone. I’ve already walked the path and built the roadmap to help you do it with confidence. Teaching requires leadership, organization, communication, and grace under pressure, the exact skills needed to succeed as a professional wedding planner.
The VWP Wedding Planning Academy – Educator Career Transition Pathway was created for teachers and school professionals who are ready to turn their experience into a flexible, income-producing business in the wedding and events industry.
No wedding experience required.
No starting from scratch.
Just a supported, structured transition into a new chapter.
Why This Program Was Created for Educators
We understand that many educators are navigating:
- Career uncertainty due to funding cuts
- Burnout and lack of work-life balance
- A desire for flexibility and creative fulfillment
- The need for income replacement or supplemental income
This program meets you where you are, and helps you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Why Educators Excel as Wedding Planners
Your skills already translate:
✔ Lesson planning → Event timelines & logistics
✔ Classroom management → Vendor coordination & client communication
✔ Parent conferences → Client consultations
✔ Leadership & accountability → Business ownership
✔ Multitasking under pressure → Wedding day execution
You already know how to manage people, expectations, and deadlines.
We teach you how to turn that into a business.
What Makes the VWP Wedding Planning Academy Different
This is not an online course you watch and forget.
✔ In-person instruction (RGV-based)
✔ Real-world wedding shadowing
✔ One-on-one mentorship
✔ Business-building from day one
✔ Direct access to the RGV wedding industry
✔ Built by the team behind The Valley Wedding Pages
We don’t just teach wedding planning — we help you launch a business.
What You’ll Leave With
By the end of the program, you will have:
✔ A complete wedding planning business plan
✔ A professional logo + brand identity
✔ A custom website + business email
✔ Service packages & client contracts
✔ Social media platforms ready to launch
✔ Google Business listing set up
✔ Placement on The Valley Wedding Pages website
✔ A trusted vendor network
✔ Ongoing mentorship and guidance
Many students recover their investment with their first booking.
Program Details
2026 Spring Session
Combined in-person & online sessions
Flexible scheduling designed for working professionals
Hours Earned
Event Planner Certificate:
• 20 instructional hours
• 15 shadowing hours
• Minimum 15 project hours
Educator Career Transition Tuition Incentive
To support educators during this transition, we offer a special tuition incentive:
Educator Career Transition Grant
$500 applied toward Wedding Planning Academy tuition
Who Qualifies?
You may qualify for the Educator Career Transition Grant if you meet one or more of the following:
✔ You are a current or former educator (K–12, higher education, instructional support, or administrative role)
✔ You have been impacted by funding cuts, layoffs, or contract non-renewal
✔ You are actively transitioning careers or seeking a flexible income path outside the classroom
Educator Pay-in-Full Option
$2,350 total (Save $650)
✔ Priority mentorship check-ins
✔ Flexible scheduling consideration
Educator Payment Plan
4 payments of $650
✔ Reduced enrollment deposit
✔ Designed for income transitions
⚠️ Educator verification required
⚠️ Limited enrollment to ensure hands-on mentorship
Ready to Explore Your Next Chapter?
This is more than a career change — it’s an opportunity to build something of your own.
👉 Request more information or book a discovery call below
F.A.Q.
Q. Do I need wedding or event experience?
A. No. This program is designed for beginners and focuses on systems, mentorship, and real-world application.
Q. Is this a good fit if I’m leaving education?
A. Yes. Many educators thrive in this industry due to their transferable skills and ability to manage high-pressure environments.
Q. Can this replace my teaching income?
A. Income potential depends on bookings and availability, but many students recover their investment quickly and continue to grow their business.
Q. Is the program online or in person?
A. The Spring 2026 session includes primarily in-person instruction with some online components.
Q. Are refunds available?
A. No refunds are offered. If the program is canceled due to low enrollment, a credit will be applied to a future session.
