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This month, we are excited to recognize Kelliann Rheaume, our Lansing West Center Director, as Staff of the Month! Since joining the team in 2017 as a teacher and stepping into the Center Director role in January 2020, Kelliann has continued to lead with dedication, compassion, and a strong commitment to student success. As Center Director, her days are anything but predictable. From managing daily operations and supporting staff to helping students, families, and community m

Success Virtual Learning Centers is excited to recognize Laurel Claybaugh as our April Staff of the Month! Laurel wears a lot of hats at Success, but if you ask her, her favorite one is simple: the one where she gets to take care of people. Currently, Laurel serves as Student Services Coordinator and Regional Director for the Muskegon and Grand Rapids centers, supporting staff so they can focus on what matters most—supporting students. If you’ve worked with Laurel, you know h

At Success Virtual Learning Centers, our team is dedicated to helping students discover their potential and confidently plan for the future. In this edition of Meet the Experts, we're highlighting Ashleigh, our College & Career Coordinator, who works closely with students to turn their goals into actionable plans. Ashleigh plays a vital role in helping students plan for life after graduation by guiding them through both college and career pathways. Her days are filled with co

At the Grand Rapids Success Center celebration, Class of 2025 graduate Celeste Johnson shared a journey defined by change, responsibility, and a growing sense of purpose. Moving often made stability hard to find, and school did not always feel like a priority. Everything shifted when she learned she was expecting her daughter. That moment sparked a decision to focus, show up, and build the future she wanted for both of them. Graduation Speech by Celeste Johnson, Class of 2025

Success Virtual Learning Centers is excited to recognize Joe Rudelic as our March Staff of the Month! Joe serves as the Center Director at SVLC–Flint, where he helps keep the center running smoothly while making sure students and families feel supported from the moment they walk through the door. In his role, Joe facilitates the day-to-day work that keeps learning moving forward—meeting with students and families, gathering information for enrollments, and coordinating with s

At the Waterford Success Center’s Class of 2025 celebration, graduate Annalisa Valdez-Page shared a message that felt true for every student in the room: we grow because we do it together. Her words honor the people and moments that shaped this journey—and the resilience it takes to keep moving forward. Graduation Speech by Annalisa Valdes-Page, Class of 2025 – Waterford Center Standing here today looking at all the 2025 graduates, I can't help but think about how fast time m

At Success, relationships are at the heart of everything we do—and few people embody that more fully than Havah Roussel, our February Staff of the Month. As a Behavior Coach, Havah plays a pivotal role in supporting students as they define their goals, align their actions with their values, and build lives they’re proud of. Havah recently celebrated her first anniversary with Success on February 3, 2026, marking a year of growth, innovation, and meaningful connection. She was

At the Lansing Success Center’s Class of 2025 ceremony, graduate Jordyn Hubble stepped to the podium with a message that felt both personal and universal: milestones matter, but momentum matters more. With warmth, honesty, and plenty of encouragement for classmates charting different paths, Jordyn reminded us that graduation isn’t an end so much as a beginning—especially for those balancing school, work, and parenting. Graduation Speech by Jordyn Hubble, Class of 2025 – Lansi

If you’ve noticed Success showing up more often in your feed lately—with more real moments, more personality, and more reasons to smile—you’ve probably already experienced the work of our January Staff of the Month: Nastasha Shupe, our Marketing Assistant. Nastasha has been with Success for about eight months, and in that short time, her role has grown in a big way. While she supports the Marketing Director on a range of projects and helps update and develop marketing materia

At Success Virtual Learning Centers of Michigan, graduation represents more than earning a diploma—it symbolizes determination, second chances, and the power of support. For many students, the journey isn’t simple or straightforward. Yet with the right encouragement and resources, they find their way toward success. At the Taylor Center, one 2025 graduate shared a deeply personal story of resilience and gratitude. Her words capture the heart of what Success stands for: the be

Success Virtual Learning Centers of Michigan is excited to recognize Jenny Nguyen, Executive Administrative Assistant, as our December Staff of the Month. If you’ve ever wondered how so much gets done so smoothly across our organization, chances are Jenny had a hand in it. She calls her day “organized chaos—in the best way,” and it fits: she’s answering questions, supporting staff, updating systems, solving problems, and keeping essential operations moving behind the scenes.

At Success Virtual Learning Centers of Michigan, every graduation represents more than academic achievement—it represents perseverance, courage, and the belief that students can write a new chapter for themselves, no matter their circumstances. For many, Success is the second chance that makes all the difference. During the Muskegon Center’s 2025 graduation ceremony, graduate Mona Cook shared her powerful story. Her journey is a reminder that while the path may not always be

If you’ve visited our Lansing centers, there’s a good chance you’ve seen Relationship Manager Allison Couturier moving between tables, checking in with students, and offering a mix of practical help and genuine encouragement.

Success Virtual Learning Centers is proud to celebrate Rebecca “Becky” Klupp, Special Education Teacher, as our September Staff of the Month.

At Success Virtual Learning Centers of Michigan, graduation is about more than receiving a diploma—it’s about celebrating the strength, determination, and relationships that help students reach this milestone. Many Success students have faced obstacles in life and education, but through perseverance and support, they achieve something extraordinary: walking across the stage as graduates. At the Muskegon Center, 2025 graduate Jonathan Gokey shared his reflections during the c

One of those powerful stories comes from the Monroe Center, where 2025 graduate Jenna Benitez shared her personal journey during the graduation ceremony. Her words reflect not only her own determination, but also the heart of what it means to “find your way” at Success.

At Success Virtual Learning Centers, success comes in many forms—academic achievements, personal growth, and, in this case, a state...