Version 1 With over four decades of experience in education, Amy has taught, mentored, and shaped the educational journey of students of all ages. Amy earned a BS in Elementary Education from Brigham Young University, and in 1984, began her career teaching 1st grade, married her husband Vern not long after and transitioned into teaching Special Education at Joaquin Elementary School. Amy took some time to focus on homeschooling her children, she returned to public education in 2009, later becoming an educational consultant and mentor for homeschool families. Later she came to work at Lumen, taking many roles until she became the Principal and Director of Special Education at Lumen Scholar Institute, overseeing K-8 education and helping to shape the school's curriculum and educational vision. In 2025, Amy launched 3D Reading and Learning, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing affordable educational support to students who struggle with reading and learning challenges. This program combines decades of research and experience to help students connect their brain and body to unlock their full potential in the classroom. With a lifetime of experience and an unwavering belief in every student's ability to succeed, Amy says, “I am more committed than ever to making learning accessible and enjoyable for all children.”
ABOUT 3D
READING & LEARNING
What is 3D Reading and Learning about?
3D Reading and Learning is a nonprofit created with the goal in mind that every student who needs professional, research-proven help building cognitive, processing and academic skills can get it. We do this by offering online teaching, always looking to serve each student individually. It's in the name actually, three Ds: first, determine the need of the student. Second, develop a plan for success. Third, discover the possibilities!
What programs do you use?
The main program we use is called Equipping Minds. Equipping Minds isn't just one method; it's actually the product of one woman's quest to bring together every useful therapy and strategy that helped her son, Clayton, completely overcome his diagnosis with a language disorder, going on to become a successful writer and speaker. All by playing fun games and activities that don't feel like school work.
To quote their site, "The Equipping Minds Cognitive Development Curriculum [addresses] the cognitive skills which are the foundational tools for learning. Equipping Minds is designed to improve a learner’s working memory, visual and auditory processing, attention, processing speed, logic, comprehension, language, social skills, attention, executive functioning, behavior, and self-regulation."
What learning difficulties, conditions, disabilities, or disorders is Equipping Minds helpful for?
Quoting EM's website again: "We use the program with a variety of individuals of all ages and abilities with great success. The program is designed to help any individual wanting to strengthen their ability to learn. This includes: Autism Spectrum, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Gifted, Learning Challenges, ADD/ADHD, Traumatic Brain Injury, Memory, Comprehension, Down Syndrome, Processing Disorders, Dementia, Executive Functioning, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Communication Disorders, and Neurodevelopment Disorders."
But what ages can 3D Reading and Learning & Equpping Minds help?
Equipping Minds has students from 3 years old to adults who are 90 years of age who use the program.
In short, there really is something in the program to help anyone improve. It's not a magic pill; every student will take time to start showing results, anywhere from several days to several months. But just like lifting weights, the strengths and the confidence come.
What will the sessions look like?
In thirty minute online sessions, four times a week, each student will play research-proven games and activities adapted to their abilities and age. Most students don't even feel like it is intervention because they're just having fun (in fact, making sure its fun is one of the guidelines of the program).The teacher will work together with students and parents to address their individual needs and reach their goals and dreams.
How much does 3D Learning teaching cost?
It's very important to us that every student gets the personalized, professional help they need, so we are one of the most inexpensive cognitive and reading services while also offering payment plans and limited scholarships. We are also a Utah Fits All vendor and are working on becoming a Harmony vendor. Monthly tuition is $250 for about 18 sessions (half off for December), but anyone who signs up for a full fall or winter season gets a discount, and if you would like to sign up for a full year the discount is even higher. Click here for more information on our sign-up form: https://forms.gle/cj8RpY7XoCzvbWkb8
Our team donates a lot of time and effort in keeping the program running as well. Again, if you don't feel you can afford this, we're a nonprofit for a reason. We have a scholarship fund, that you can apply for easily in the scholarship tab up above.
Still have questions?
You can call/text 801-210-1644, email any of our team below or just fill out the sign-up form and wait for a call back. Either way, we'll get back to you within 24-48 hours. We're looking forward to working with you!
OUR TEAM
Alyssa Bauer
From teaching middle school English to her current work as a reading interventionist, Alyssa loves empowering children with the gift of words. With over a decade of experience, she is a licensed teacher with a minor in Early Childhood Develpment from Utah State University. Alyssa regularly works with students with dyslexia, dysmorphia and learning challenges and finds joy in helping them build their skills and confidence. She lives in the mountains with her husband and her (constantly sleepy) dog Chip.
Email: alyssa@3d-learning.net
Phone/text: 801-203-0012
Kelli Stephenson-Naylor
Spencer Skeen
Kelli has been working in education for the past ten years and has worn a lot of hats! From teaching to one-on-one coaching, Kelli loves working with children and learning. She loves spending as much time as she can in the great outdoors and with her four children.
Email: kelli@3D-learning.net
Spencer loves teaching and language and in addition to his work at 3D Learning he currently teaches English and History for secondary students. Before becoming a teacher Spencer was a professional editor. He's a grammar nerd in two languages, being fluent in Spanish, and also loves games which makes him a perfect fit for 3-D Learning where we learn with fun. In his free time Spencer likes martial arts and to play any of his 13 musical instruments (from the kazoo to an organ). He lives near Salt Lake with his wife (yes, that's her to the right).
Email: spencer@3d-learning.net
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Krystal Skeen
Krystal has a passion for reading, writing and teaching and has made it her career--despite being dyslexic, slow to speak and slow to read as a child. She was educated at BYU where she began tutoring math and science in low-income schools. Krystal has been working in education for almost a decade, working for million-dollar companies writing curriculum that blend cognitive skills, children's stories, and teaching techniques to help children become their best selves. She lives near Salt Lake with her husband and too many plants.
Email: krystal@3d-learning.net
Phone/text: 801-203-0975
Lacey Charlesworth
Colleen Warnock
Lacey finds enjoyment in helping students build confidence as they learn new skills. With years of experience in various educational settings, she recently worked as a Speech and Language Technician and as a tutor within a school SPED department. Lacey supports students from kindergarten through 12th grade, using her bachelor’s degree in psychology to assist them with executive functioning and academic goals. She enjoys the charm of small-town, close to the mountains life. She is grateful for her nine grandchildren who put a smile on her face and keeps her busy. In her free time, Lacey happily hones her well-practiced talents for taking naps, enjoying good chocolate and hiking.
Email: lacey@3D-learning.net
Colleen has a degree in Marriage and Family Studies from BYU-Idaho, and currently works as a substitute teacher in addition to teaching at 3-D Learning. For 20 years she enjoyed homeschooling her seven children while they were in their grade-school years. Her favorite jobs range from teaching art to working with youth at the local detention center.
Colleen says, "I believe that all children and youth have limitless potential and can shine if they are given the proper tools and loving support."
She especially loves spending time with her 8 grandchildren, working in the garden, and doing creative art projects.
Email: colleen@3D-learning.net
Allie Nguyen
Sonya Spackman
Allie graduated from BYU-Idaho in Therapeutic Recreation and is a certified Recreation Therapist. During her studies, she worked as a tutor at the BYU-Idaho Reading Center, where she found joy in helping students strengthen their reading skills and discover their love of learning, just as her 5th grade teacher helped her love to read.
Allie has a strong passion for academics and recreation, finding ways to bring the two together so learning can be meaningful and fun. Allie says, "I believe that recreation can be a powerful tool to foster growth, resilience, and academic success."
Outside of work, Alllie enjoys spending time with her husband and son, going on outdoor adventures and trying new hobbies.
Email: allie@3D-learning.net
With over 20 years of experience in education, Sonya is passionate about helping children become confident, capable readers. Much of her experience comes from hands-on teaching in both classroom and virtual settings, where she has had the opportunity to work closely with students to meet their individual needs and reach their goals.
Sonya's approach is rooted in research-based practices and shaped by real-world classroom experience.
Throughout Sonya's career, Sonya has supported learners of all levels and backgrounds, always striving to create a supportive, encouraging environment that fosters growth, curiosity, and a lifelong love of reading.
Email: sonya@3D-learning.net
Crystal Wolfe
Crystal has a background in research science, with a BS in microbiology from Brigham Young University. She conducted research in ancient DNA and worked on genetics studies. She then devoted 20 years to homeschooling her children and working as a health coach with individuals. Crystal earned her Master's in Education researching neurodivergent learning and alternative teaching methods. She is passionate about providing opportunities for students to succeed in education and believes students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dysmorphia deserve extra individualized attention.
Crystal loves spending time with her family and going on adventures, particularly road trips and visits to national parks. She also enjoys hiking, sand volleyball, and basketball, and spends a lot of time going to basketball games.
Email: crystal@3D-learning.net
OUR FOUNDER
Amy Hart
With over four decades of experience in education, Amy has taught, mentored, and shaped the educational journey of students of all ages. Amy earned a BS in Elementary Education from Brigham Young University, and in 1984, began her career teaching 1st grade, married her husband Vern not long after and transitioned into teaching Special Education at Joaquin Elementary School.
Amy took some time to focus on homeschooling her children, then she returned to public education in 2009, later becoming an educational consultant, a mentor for homeschool families, reading teacher and an administrator.
In 2025, Amy launched 3D Reading and Learning, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing affordable educational support to students who struggle with reading and learning challenges. This program combines decades of research and experience to help students connect their brain and body to unlock their full potential in the classroom.
With a lifetime of experience and an unwavering belief in every student's ability to succeed, Amy says, “I am more committed than ever to making learning accessible and enjoyable for all children.”
If you would like to know the story behind Amy's forty-year journey towards starting the nonprofit, please click here.
Email: amy@3d-learning.net
Phone/text: 801-210-1644