A North Carolina native originally from Charlotte, Melanie Stone is thankful to call Clayton home along with her husband and four children. She holds a M.A. in Executive Education Leadership from Gardner-Webb University, B.A in History and K-6 Education from UNCA, and K-12 certifications in Reading and ESL. Mrs. Stone taught many years in upper elementary, served as a missionary in Thailand, and taught English to students throughout Asia. She enjoys reaching out in the community for Christ with her husband who pastors Grace Reformed Presbyterian Church. Joining Southside as a teacher is a blessing to her and she prays to be a blessing here to others.