Meet Jordyn Hubble: One cyber charter school grad’s story

Commencement season was celebrated all across Michigan in May and June, as graduates celebrated the end of high school and the beginning of the next phases of their lives. One of those departing seniors was Jordyn Hubble, a graduate of Success Virtual Charter Academy, an online charter school that serves students across the state.

Online charter schools serve a student population that are often dealing with challenging situations – from medical issues to bullying at their old school to raising a child. They’re among the most vulnerable students in the state and certainly deserve to be funded fully by the state.

This is the story of one such student – the speech that Jordyn Hubble delivered at Success Virtual Charter Academy’s 2025 graduation. Jordyn will be continuing her education at a trade school with an eye on becoming an electrician.

Good evening, friends, family, and fellow graduates.
My name is Jordyn Hubble. First and foremost, congratulations to the Class of 2025!
Even though I may not know all of you personally, I want to say great job—you finally did it.

After four long years—and maybe a little longer for some, and that’s perfectly okay—you’ve reached one of life’s biggest milestones. It wasn’t easy. It took late-night study sessions, stressful quizzes, and countless exams, but here we are. We made it.

Tonight, I want to talk about future goals—figuring out what’s next for us and for some, the incredible journey of parenthood.

To everyone graduating today who already has children: I want to remind you that your dreams and aspirations are still very much alive. Yes, parenting brings great responsibility, and at times, it may feel like a barrier to chasing your goals. But it’s also a source of incredible strength and resilience.

You’re not just a parent—you’re a role model, a multitasker, a source of inspiration. Your children look up to you, and by continuing to follow your dreams, you're showing them it’s possible to do both: nurture a family and pursue personal growth.

Graduates, your goals can evolve. Whether it's going back to school, starting a trade, or picking up a new hobby, there's still room to grow. Graduating isn’t the finish line—let it be your launching point.

Explore life. Travel the world. Get that degree you’ve always dreamed of.
Because with time, determination, and the support of those around you—you can achieve anything.

Remember: it’s all about balance and prioritizing what matters most. With a little creativity, you can shape the life you want while showing your children, parents, friends, and families that it’s never too late to follow your passion.

Let’s lift each other up. Let’s share our experiences. And let’s keep reminding ourselves—we can have it all.

I want to give a huge thank you to Abby and the entire Success team for giving me this opportunity. To my family and everyone who supports me daily: You’ve helped make today possible, and I’m forever grateful.

A special shoutout to my Aunt Jenny—the woman who held my hand, pushed me forward, and taught me how to rise after every fall. You’ve shown me that it’s okay to cry, but that I shouldn’t stay down forever. Thank you for being the person I’ve always needed.

There are so many others I’d love to thank—but I know we don’t want to be here all day!

To my fellow graduates, let me say this:
Life is hard. It doesn’t come with instructions.
But it’s not about what you face—it’s about how you respond.
When life knocks you down, it’s not about what hit you, it’s about how you get up, grow, and rise stronger than before.

So from the bottom of my heart:
Good luck on your new beginnings—and God bless you all.

Thank you.