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06 Nov 2025

Helpful Transitions for Toddlers and Preschoolers

For many young children, transitions, or moving from one activity to another (e.g., playing with toys to dinner time, bath Read More


Emotional and Social DevelopmentJoyful ParentingLife Balance

12 Dec 2024

The Relationship Between Music and Brain Development in Children

Research shows music is good for children and has many cognitive benefits in their development. In fact, modern neurological research Read More


Art and Creative ExpressionBrain Development

28 May 2024

The Importance of Water Safety Instruction

With summer just around the corner, the allure of pools and water activities is undeniable. As we prepare for a Read More


Child DevelopmentHealth & SafetyJoyful Parenting



About Susan Brunk, M.A.

Susan Brunk has a Masters Degree in Education. She taught children in both public and private elementary and early childhood settings for more than ten years before she made the transition to educating teachers.

Since beginning her journey with Stepping Stone School over five years ago, Susan has written several portions of our Platinum Learning for Life™ curriculum and has created valuable teacher education modules to improve the standard of education within our company.

Through her years of teaching experience, research, and raising four children of her own, Susan has obtained a valuable understanding of developmentally appropriate practice which is demonstrated through her interactions with teachers and children alike.

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13 Feb 2025

Bob Books For Reading Readiness and Early Literacy!

In keeping with our pledge to prepare children for kindergarten, Stepping Stone School has a Learn-to-Read Curriculum for our Advanced Read More


News

13 Oct 2024

Halloween Safety Tips for Families

Halloween is an exciting time of year for children and families. As the big night approaches, it’s important to ensure Read More


Health & SafetyJoyful ParentingPhysical Development

09 Jan 2023

7 Simple Ways to Teach Manners and Etiquette to Children

“Let’s play Fancy Restaurant, Mommy!” 3 ½ year old Eva suggested before dinner. “How do you play Fancy Restaurant?” her Read More


Character Development


20 Sep 2024

Easy Morning Routine Tips

Mornings with little ones can be a whirlwind, but establishing a smooth routine can set a positive tone for the Read More


Joyful Parenting

23 Jul 2024

The Joy and Benefits of Singing with Your Child

At Stepping Stone School, we believe simple moments of connection can have a profound impact on a child’s development. One Read More


Joyful Parenting

20 Jun 2024

Positive Affirmations for Children

At Stepping Stone School, we believe in the power of positive affirmations to inspire and motivate children. These affirmations help Read More


Emotional and Social DevelopmentJoyful Parenting




30 Aug 2024

Raising a Caring and Compassionate Child

Like many things, kindness is a quality that children learn over time and through practice. As a parent, raising your Read More


Emotional and Social DevelopmentJoyful Parenting

23 Aug 2024

Prioritizing Health and Nutrition Early

If you are a parent to a young child, odds are you have already begun to prioritize health and nutrition Read More


Joyful ParentingNutrition & Cooking with Children

26 Jun 2024

Focusing on Parental Well-Being & Care

As a parent we all put our child’s needs first, however, self-care is not a luxury, it is a necessity! Read More


Joyful Parenting

About Stepping Stone School

Stepping Stone School was created by a mother with a vision. Rhonda Paver and her husband Bill arrived in Austin in 1979 with their first three children. After searching for affordable, quality early care and education for her own children, Rhonda believed the children of Austin deserved something better than what she was finding. Learn More

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16 Oct 2025

Raising Polite, Responsible, Respectful Communicators – A Guide for Modern Parents

In today’s fast-paced, technology-filled world, skills like politeness, responsibility, respect, and communication are more essential than ever. At Stepping Stone Read More


Character DevelopmentChild DevelopmentEmotional and Social DevelopmentJoyful Parenting

25 Sep 2025

The Research Is Clear – High-Quality Early Care and Education Benefits Children at Every Age!

Choosing an Early Care and Education program is one of the most important decisions families make. Parents often wonder if Read More


Joyful Parenting

24 Sep 2025

Stepping Stone School Voted Best Childcare by families in the Austin American Statesman 2025!

We are thrilled to share that Stepping Stone School has been named Best Childcare in Austin in the Austin American-Statesman Read More


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About Tyson Wrinkle, B.A.

Tyson Winkle, our School Age Director and Associate Vice President graduated with a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Texas with a 3.9 GPA in 2002. and started working for Stepping Stone School as a School Age teacher when in college in November of 2000.

Tyson won the Stepping Stone School School Age Excellence Award in 2007 and was the Inaugural Assistant Principal at our Teravista Campus in 2008.

He became the School Age Program Director in 2010, and an Associate Vice President in 2017.

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14 May 2018

Explore Your Creative Genius this Summer!

Summer at Stepping Stone School During Stepping Stone School’s Summer Break Camp at The Brainery™, students will investigate their own Read More


Child DevelopmentCommunity and Cultural AwarenessJoyful ParentingNews