Counseling Team

Hello, my name is Michelle Haptonstall. 

I came to Grand River in 2018 and have loved every minute of it. Grand River is a unique experience to anywhere else in School District #51. We have the brilliant blend of students, the best scenario for learning, and the outcomes are exciting and rewarding to watch and be a part of.

I have been in the District for over 25 years, and have prospered from working in many varied environments from Teaching, traditional and Special Education, and Counseling in traditional Middle School and Alternative High School. Each brought with it a diverse population and the best learning and unique opportunities to benefit not only myself, but the students, staff, and families I have been able to work with and for.

I love my career, and the opportunity it brings me every day to interact with awesome students that are still on the learning curve to figuring their lives out, and amazing families that come in with great expectations for their child/themselves and the overall school experience.

I enjoy the opportunity to assist each and every one. Please reach out if and when you have questions, concerns or even celebrations. 

My office number is: 970-254-6393 X 69103 or my email is michelle.haptonstall@d51schools.org

Welcome to YOUR Grand River Experience!

:) mmh

Michelle Haptonstall

Grand River Counselor

 

Hi learners & families!

I am Randi Rathbone, and I am so excited to continue supporting Grand River as a School Counselor for so many of our students. For the 2026-27 School Year, I will be supporting:

• K-5th Gateway students
• 3rd-5th GRA Fusion (blended) students
• 6-12th GRA Flex (online) students
• 9-12th D51 Forward students with last names M-Z

I started my career in education at Grand River Academy in 2018 and have taught in both the Fusion and Flex programs before transitioning to the school counseling role. I love getting to know our learners and watching them grow all the way through graduation. Every student's journey is unique, and I'm committed to providing personalized support every step of the way. Please don't hesitate to reach out, and I look forward to learning all about YOU!

You can reach me in my office at 970-254-6393 X 69124 or via email at randi.rathbone@d51schools.org

We're so excited you're here!