College Boot Camp

By Becky | May 20, 2015
Historic stone building with large columns, ornate windows, and a central clock under a triangular pediment. An entrance gate with intricate ironwork and glowing lamps frames the path leading to what could be a college's wooden main door. The sky is clear and blue.

Do you have a soon-to-be high school graduate headed off for college? My eldest son and a few of his friends took part in College Boot Camp with Megan Stone of Stone Foundations of Learning, Inc. before they started college.  It was a great experience for the boys and a helpful time of preparation. Enjoy…

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College Kids & Campus Life

By Becky | August 6, 2014
A college student leans against a brick wall, clutching a black backpack and a camera. Their rolled-up jeans and gray sneakers exude casual style. The textured backdrop of the brick and stone wall enhances the scene's collegiate charm.

Driving away from the university campus and the dorm was not the soppy, tearful event I thought it would be when Scott and I left our oldest son at school. Throughout the day he’d look at me, smile, and ask, “You okay Mom?” I was, really I was. For me, it was a whole lot…

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Effective Studying with Megan Stone

By Becky | September 14, 2012

Time and practice is necessary to become a proficient student. My guest, Megan Stone of Stone Foundations of Learning, shares ideas for students to study more effectively. Thank you Megan for your time and insight! Build confidence and a desire to be a knowledge seeker in your child. More about Megan Stone and Stone Foundations…

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Solid Foundations with Megan Stone

By Becky | August 28, 2012
A sharpened yellow pencil, metal sharpener, and pencil shavings rest on an open lined notebook. The wooden desk beneath provides a natural foundation to the stationery scene.

Eleven years ago, Megan Stone stopped teaching full-time and started tutoring in math and science. She soon realized students often lacked organizational skills and confidence needed to succeed in school. Megan set out to develop a system that would help children thrive in school, as well as in life. In addition to caring for students’…

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