Who we are
Mr. Ditsky
Mr. Ditsky brings a wealth of knowledge to the College Counseling department,with a total of 32 years of college admission experience. He spent over 14 years as a college admissions officer and director, followed by 18 years as the Director of College and Career Counseling, giving him a comprehensive understanding of the college admissions process from both sides. In addition to his Director role at Berks Catholic, Mr. Ditsky is an active member of several Admission Advisory Boards, including those at Lynn University, St. Joseph’s University, the University of Lynchburg, West Virginia University, and Lebanon Valley College, where he continues to contribute his expertise in shaping admission strategies.
Mrs. Eckenrode
Mrs. Eckenrode brings 15 years of college admissions experience, having worked at Penn State University where she gained extensive knowledge of the admissions process. During her time at Penn State, she served as an Application Reader for the prestigious Penn State Schreyer Honors College, further honing her expertise in evaluating applications and identifying students who will thrive in a rigorous academic environment.
Mr. Van Blunk
Mr. Van Blunk brings 39 years of college admissions experience, having worked at Temple University, Villanova University, and St. Joseph’s University. In addition to his admissions expertise, he has also served as the NCAA Division 1 Cross Country and Track Coach at St. Joseph’s University. With a wealth of experience in both athletics and academics, Mr. Van Blunk has presented on various college admissions topics at local, state, and national levels, sharing his insights and knowledge with a wide audience.