Author: Stepping Stone School

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


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


NewsPress ReleasesUncategorized

12 Aug 2025

Philanthropy and Community Support

Stepping Stone School has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to community support and philanthropy, contributing to impactful organizations across Austin, Central Read More


NewsPress Releases

12 Aug 2025

Stargazing: A Fun Family Activity!

As we venture into the final months of the year, celestial events are set to grace our night skies, painting Read More


Joyful ParentingMathematical and Scientific ConceptsUncategorized

08 Aug 2025

Manners Matter – Inside Our Proud to Be Polite™ Program

At Stepping Stone School, we believe strong social skills are just as important as academic readiness. In today’s world, teaching Read More


Character DevelopmentChild DevelopmentJoyful Parenting

01 Jul 2025

The Role of Technology in Modern Parenting: A Balancing Act

With the advancements in modern technology, parenting looks a lot different than it did twenty, or even ten, years ago. Read More


Joyful ParentingLife Balance

30 May 2025

Ways to Raise Eco Conscious Children

Living a more sustainable lifestyle is a goal that many of us have for the overall health of our planet Read More


Joyful ParentingRaising a Resourceful Child

09 May 2025

Fostering Independence in Young Children

As parents and educators, we want to raise confident, capable children who are prepared to face the world with resilience Read More


Child DevelopmentEmotional and Social Development

01 May 2025

Nurturing Curiosity in Children

Recently, the children noticed a robin flying in and out of a tree close to the window while carrying various Read More


Character DevelopmentChild DevelopmentRaising a ...