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Academics

Learning Center and Counseling Office

Four Learning Center Teachers posting for the camera

The Learning Center offers:

  • Writing support for all literature, history and Christian studies classes
  • English grammar and paper formatting help
  • Reading comprehension support for literature and other articles provided in class
  • Assistance with the writing and editing of college essays
  • Math support: Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Precalculus
  • Homework help, test review, assistance with test corrections
  • Accommodation support for students with learning differences
  • Executive Functioning strategies.

AMY KEMP
Math Resource Specialist
AKemp@ECSLoudoun.org

I have been blessed with 13 years of teaching experience across public, private, and homeschooling communities in various roles including Algebra Tutor and Math Resource Teacher at Trinity Christian School. I have served in the Learning Center at ECS supporting students in Algebra, Geometry, and Precalculus for the past three years. My passion for making math accessible to all students is at the heart of what I do in the Learning Center, and I love finding creative, individualized ways to help students build confidence and to succeed.

My husband Josh and I have been married for 20 years and have three children: Dawson (senior) and Audrey (sophomore), who are students at ECS, and Ryan, who will be a freshman at ECS next year.

KRISTEN RHOADES
Learning Center Resource Teacher
KRhoades@ECSLoudoun.org

Until 2023, I homeschooled all three of my children. For 15 years, I taught English grammar, writing, British Literature, Algebra II, Logic, and a variety of other topics to high school sophomores with Classical Conversations. I am excited to join the Learning Center this year and share my love of English grammar, literature, history and theology while helping students learn how to logically and persuasively present their ideas in their essays. Ultimately, the goal is to help students feel confident in their ability to express themselves and be able to share/defend their faith utilizing the written word.

I am blissfully married to my husband of 26 years, Scott. We have three children: Zachary, Emma, and Riley, who is a sophomore at ECS, and one granddaughter, Scarlett who just turned one.

STEPHANIE MEEKER
Learning Center Resource Teacher
SMeeker@ECSLoudoun.org

With over 23 years of experience working alongside students, parents, and volunteers, I feel truly blessed in my journey. I am eager to combine my love for guiding students in their relationship with Jesus with fostering their creativity and confidence in writing.

I have been happily married to my soulmate, David Meeker, for 27 years, and we are proud parents of five children: John (26), our newly married daughter Ansley (21), Tori (21), Jonathan (20), and Bennie (14).

SHANAY HOWARD
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
SHoward@ECSLoudoun.org

I have 16+ years of experience in education, a Masters in School Counseling and presently obtaining a Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration on Educational Psychology. I am passionate about Jesus and incorporate Him into every aspect of my counseling role and job.

I am married to Isaac Howard (10 years in 2025) and have three children: Oluwasegun “Duro” Durosinmi (22), Ciela Joy Howard (5) and Tehila Heaven-Renee Howard (3). I love sports, the arts, and traveling the world.

Reasons a student might come to see Mrs. Howard in the Counseling Office:

  1. Academic Guidance: If a needs help setting academic goals, developing effective study habits, or managing their workload.
  2. Stress and Anxiety Management: For support with stress, anxiety, or pressure related to school or personal life.
  3. Social-Emotional Support: To talk about social challenges, relationship building or self-confidence.
  4. Personal Guidance: If a student is going through personal issues or changes and needs someone to listen and offer guidance.
  5. Resource Access: To get connected with additional resources or programs that could aid in a student's academic or personal growth.
  6. Future Planning: For help with planning ahead— whether it’s navigating high school transitions, exploring potential career paths, or preparing for college. She will work in collaboration with ECS College Advisor Dr. McCurdy in this area.

Her hope is that through her open-door policy students know they’re always welcome to seek support, no matter the concern.

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