August Birthdays 2022 by

Joslyn Rodriguez - August 5

tristapratt — 2022-02-02 19:26:57 UTC

~ Data Quality Specialist in Pupil Accounting, 4 years of service

~ I love to golf and work as much as I can throughout the winter so that I can manage time off to golf twice a week (min), I have two other jobs: Brand Ambassador with Coppercraft Distillery and Usher with Little Caesar's Arena, along with the ability to work the outdoor venues: Pine Knob, Michigan Lottery Amphitheater (Freedom Hill), Meadowbrook, & Comerica Park.
No children of my own, though I do have twin (almost 8 - Aug 17) nephews, a 14 year nephew, and a niece that is now 19!
~ My favorite food would be seafood: salmon, perch, fish & chips (minus the fries).

~ My favorite thing to do when not working is of course, golf along with traveling and not to mention, horse racing (watching).

Andrea Mroz - August 6

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 16:59:11 UTC

Hello, I have been working for the company most currently since March of this year, but previously from 2010-2014 and I am so happy to be back. I am currently working as a Step Up advocate. I am also a mom to a wonderful, sweet, crazy little guy and that is who I spend most of my time with. My favorite food is either Mexican, or Italian it depends on the day. My favorite thing to do outside of work is spending time with my boyfriend and our son. I also like to read when I have a few minutes to myself.

Gwendolyn Johnson-Fleming - August 4

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 16:59:40 UTC

Gwendolyn Johnson Fleming

MVA Spanish Teacher

2 years

I am married with 3 children and 3 Grandchildren. My favorite food is Salmon. When not working I love spending time with my family, especially my Grandchildren.

Gwendolyn Grace - August 6

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:00:15 UTC

I am starting my 3^rd year with MVA as a High School teacher. I retired from Utica Community School after 20 years in the classroom. My favorite food is pizza or crab legs. My favorite thing to do when I am not teaching is to play with my 2 granddaughters, preferably at my favorite place in the world, Walt Disney World. I am still as passionate about baseball today, as I was years ago watching and playing the game with my dad.

Danielle Yanssens - August 6

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:01:05 UTC

- Program Developer for Continuous Improvement - with ATS for 13 years!

- I have been married for 29 years and have two adult daughters and one spoiled pup. I love traveling, reading and hanging with friends and family.

- Anything dark chocolate.

- Reading!!!!

Gayla Dixon - August 7

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:03:20 UTC

- I started working for MVA as a Student Advocate on December 1, 2021 and I have enjoyed every minute of it.

- I'm from Mississippi, I have 1 son, 2 dogs, and 1 cat. I am a nurse and a teacher. I grew up in a little town called Yazoo City. If you get a chance look up the legend of Yazoo City Witch, the history of the Yazoo Indians, and the Mississippi Flood Yazoo City 1927.

- Favorite Foods are Butter Pecan Ice-Cream, A good salad with good salad dressing, and Ice Tea, sweet of course...

- Watching Foot Ball!!! The beach and traveling and going on adventures.

- Add a picture of yourself

Crystle Karasienski - August 2

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:03:49 UTC

- MVA HS Team Lead, 15 years

- I've been married to my high school sweetheart for the last 16 years and we have 2 amazing children: Anthony, 11 and Arianna 9. We also have a lovable German Shepherd named Harlee, who's 3.

- Pizza and ice cream for sure

- In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, boating, cheering on my kids in their sports/hobbies, reading and spending time outdoors.

Sarah Cole - August 7

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:05:39 UTC

Hi! I’ve worked with MVA for 2, going on 3 years; I’m with MVA High School working as a Mentor / Team Lead. I’m from the East side of the Mitten and my husband and I just moved back to the area last year after living in Grand Rapids for a while. I love to cook; my favorite food to make is probably homemade gnocchi, it has a special place in my heart. When I’m not working or cooking, I love: going for walks with my husband, reading, working in my garden, and line dancing with my friends.

Christy Rygwelski - August 9

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:06:26 UTC

- Position & Years of Service - Step Up Advocate, 3 years

- Tell us a little about yourself - I have been married for 7 years to my husband, Ben. We have been together since we were teenagers. I have two little boys, Jaxon (5) & Henry (10M). I graduated with my Bachelor's from Central Michigan University. I used to work in the medical field but have transitioned to working for the Step Up program as an advocate. I love enjoying Michigan great lakes and gardening.

- Favorite Food - Breakfast food & coffee

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working - baking

Malisie Hubbard - August 10

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:07:09 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Susan Hunt - August 10

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:07:55 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Jennifer Lorenz - August 10

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:08:19 UTC

- 3 years end of October Enrollment Specialist

- A little about me :I enjoy bike riding and spending time with my grandson, I get to do all the fun things I did with my kids when they were little .

- Favorite food 🌮 Tacos

-Things I do when not working... Cleaning and Spending time with Friends and Family.

Rebecca Schultz - August 10

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:08:47 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

LaVerta Straham - August 13

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:09:34 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Olivia Shaieb - August 14

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:09:55 UTC

- MVA Online High School Teacher < 1 year

- I am married with 2 cats.

- Fresh baked bread.

- Crochet

Brittany DeSmet - August 14

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:10:22 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Cherella Jackson - August 16

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:10:50 UTC

- Step Up Advocate, 2 months

- Hello! I was born in raised in Houston, Texas. I am an Elementary teacher, wife, and mother of two.

- I enjoy anything spicy and Mexican food.

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working is anything that involves self care, facials, shopping, or watching documentaries.

Jamie Cowart - August 18

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:11:18 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Dorea Wilson - August 19

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:12:00 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Jennifer Guarino - August 21

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:12:16 UTC

- 1 month as an Enrollment Specialist

- Mom of 4 beautiful kiddos. Love to run and have done many half marathons. Enjoy spending time outdoors and spending time with my family.

- Pizza or any italian food!

Kaylee Smith - August 21

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:13:20 UTC

- Pupil Accounting Team Leader. I've been part of ATS for 11yrs in September.

- My husband Scott and I have been together just over 10yrs, married for 9. Addison is 14yrs old and going into 9th grade, starting high school! (I can't even believe it) Carson is 6yrs old and going into 1st grade. Emerson is 4yrs old and attending 4yrs old preschool. We have a 7yr old black lab named Deke, 3 outside cats who are 2yrs old named Gizmo, Rusty, and Salem, and one gold fish named Freckles.

-My favorite food is Thanksgiving dinner, especially mashed potatoes and gravy.
-Some of my favorite things to do when I'm not working are spending time with my family and extended family. I enjoy hosting family dinners with both sets of parents and all of our siblings. We love the outdoors; camping, boating, swimming, fishing, side by side rides, bike rides, etc.

Jasmine Ladson - August 2

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:13:36 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Michael Parker - August 21

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:13:51 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Sharon Grays - August 22

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:14:08 UTC

22 years-Credit Enrichment and Adult Ed

- I love pizza toppings

- Spending time with my grandchildren, my dogs, my cats and my husband are my favorite things to do.

Jasmine Moore - August 22

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:14:37 UTC

- High School Teacher, 4 months

- I married my high school sweetheart. We have a little girl and one on the way. I love gardening, fishing, and kayaking!

- Mexican food is LIFE!!!!!!!

- When I'm not working I love to spend time with my family and hit the pool! <3

Yasmin Slayyeh - August 24

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:14:57 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Stacey Moskal - August 26

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:15:20 UTC

I have been employed for 7 years with My Virtual Academy as an Enrollment Specialist. The last five years as a Team Lead. Everyone in Enrollment is great to work with and I am blessed to have an amazing team. I enjoy Michigan Football Games with my husband and 3 sons, Joseph, Matthew and John Michael. My favorite food to eat (and cook) is Italian and in my down time I enjoy reading.

Angela Thompson - August 27

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:15:38 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Gerald Anderson - August 30

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:16:27 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Alan Labostrie - August 31

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:17:06 UTC

- Position & Years of Service

- Tell us a little about yourself

- Favorite Food

- Favorite Thing to Do When Not Working

- Add a picture of yourself

Ghazal Jones - August 31

tristapratt — 2022-07-26 17:17:59 UTC

Step up Advocate. Just celebrated my one year anniversary! yay! -

I am going through a divorce, which hasn't been easy, but I am feeling stronger and more confident than ever. God always removes you out of situations that you don't need to be in, he is the greatest.

I love Mexican and Mediterranean food. sorry cant pick one lol!

Sleeping and spending time with friends and family.

Jamie Cowart-August 18th

2022-07-27 14:41:30 UTC

MVA 9th grade Academy Mentor/Teacher-1 year.
I am the mother of 5 children. I have two boys and three girls that we are in the process of adopting. They are 10, 8, 7 (twins) and 6.
My favorite meals are chicken and rice and shrimp fajitas.
When I'm not working I like to play Sims 4.

Pam Ill -August 30

2022-07-27 18:58:43 UTC

MVA Teacher/Mentor.
- Just finished my second year at MVA and truly love helping students achieve success. Goal setting and transitioning students to their next steps after high school is my favorite part of being a teacher/mentor.
-A retired public school teacher who loves working with students and recently finished a two year stint as a VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) helping high school students transition to college in my home town.
- Live in the Frankenmuth area with my husband and kitty Peppy and have two grown children who live out of state.
- I love to cook and absolutely love pizza! My favorite activities are: anything connected to my church, writing and theater.

Casey Reeves - August 19th

2022-07-28 13:43:34 UTC

*Step up Advocate since October 2022
* Mom of two, Zara and Remington
* I like to read in my downtime, try some new recipes and taking photos (pandemic hobby). My two under two children keep me pretty busy at the moment, but would like to get back into running.
* We live in Baltimore, MD, if you are ever visiting!

Happy Birthday to All!

tristapratt — 2022-08-02 13:09:59 UTC