About Us

Meet our Founders:

✨ Meet Mary Blakemore – Co-Founder of Scholar’s Edge ✨

After more than 10 years in the test prep and college application industry, Mary realized it was time to break away from the cookie-cutter methods she often encountered. She envisioned a personalized approach that met students where they were, empowering them to reach their unique goals. With a passion for tailoring strategies to individual needs, Mary excels at helping students at all levels unlock their potential and achieve success.

🎓 A proud Texas Aggie (Whoop!), Mary brings her love of learning to every session. She is especially passionate about reading comprehension, grammar, and writing, where students often need the most support. For test preparation, she specializes in:
Punctuation Rules: Commas, semicolons, colons, and more!
Sentence Structure: Spotting fragments and run-ons with ease.
Rhetorical Skills: Understanding tone, purpose, and author’s intent.
Reading Strategies: Finding main ideas, interpreting evidence, and time-saving tips to conquer passages.

Mary’s deep knowledge of these areas helps her students approach test questions with confidence and clarity. She’s also skilled at demystifying complex concepts, turning even the trickiest topics into manageable steps.

When she’s not helping students achieve their dreams, Mary embraces her own love of learning and creativity. She enjoys skiing down snowy slopes, tackling interior home projects, and diving into new levels of math to challenge herself and stay sharp.

Through Scholar’s Edge, Mary is fulfilling her mission to provide students with the personalized, effective guidance they deserve. With her expertise and enthusiasm, she’s helping students not only excel on tests but also build a strong foundation for future success.

💡 Let’s Get Started! Whether you’re prepping for the SAT, ACT, or college applications, Mary is ready to help you shine.

✨ Meet Chase Blakemore – Co-Founder of Scholar’s Edge ✨

With five years of experience in the tutoring industry, Chase Blakemore has become a go-to expert in all things math. His dedication to helping students excel shines through as he breaks down challenging concepts into clear, actionable steps, giving students the tools they need to succeed.

For standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, and GRE, Chase specializes in:
Algebra: Master equations, inequalities, and linear systems.

Geometry: Conquer circles, triangles, and coordinate plane problems.
Data Analysis: Decode charts, graphs, and statistics with ease.
Advanced Topics: Tackle trigonometry, functions, and word problems.

Currently pursuing his Master’s in Business Administration, Chase combines his academic knowledge with real-world problem-solving skills to help students confidently approach their studies.

When he’s not working with students or advancing his education, Chase enjoys unleashing his creativity through fiction writing and crafting stories that inspire and entertain.

Through Scholar’s Edge, Chase is committed to creating a supportive and tailored learning experience for every student. His enthusiasm and expertise make math less intimidating and more accessible, empowering students to achieve their goals.

📈 Ready to Reach New Heights in Math? Let Chase and the team at Scholar’s Edge guide you to success!