Office of Student Support Services

The Office of Student Support Services at Richmond Community Schools stands as a beacon of care and advocacy, dedicated to nurturing the development of every student within its care. With a steadfast commitment to an inclusive and supportive learning environment, this office serves as a cornerstone in promoting academic success, emotional well-being, and social growth. Led by a team of compassionate professionals, it offers a wide array of resources and initiatives tailored to meet the diverse needs of students, ensuring that each individual receives the personalized support necessary to thrive. From academic counseling and career guidance to mental health services and intervention programs, the office employs a comprehensive approach that addresses the multifaceted challenges students may encounter on their educational journey.

Special Services Directory

Aimee Rioux

Director of Student Support Services

(586) 727-3565, ext. 6030

arioux@richmond.k12.mi.us

Secretary to Director of Student Support Services

Margie Soldan

Secretary to Director of Student Support Services

(586) 727-3565, ext. 6031

msoldan@richmond.k12.mi.us

Director of Student Advocacy

Adriana Retman

Director of Student Advocacy

(586) 727-3565, ext. 6033

aretman@richmond.k12.mi.us

Instructional Coach

Jamie Clausen

Instructional Coach

(586) 727-7552. ext. 2211

jclausen@richmond.k12.mi.us

Instructional Coach

Jessica Schlehuber

Instructional Coach

(586) 727-3565, ext. 6022

jschlehuber@richmond.k12.mi.us

Ariah Spencer

Social Worker - Richmond High School

(586) 727-3565, ext. 3703

aspencer@richmond.k12.mi.us

Samantha Perry

Social Worker - Richmond Middle School

(586) 727-3565, ext. 2215

sperry@richmond.k12.mi.us

Darby Smith

Social Worker - Richmond Middle School
Social Worker - Will L. Lee Elementary

(586) 727-3565, ext. 2217, 1214

dasmith@richmond.k12.mi.us

Nicole Kraft

Social Worker - Will L. Lee Elementary

(586) 727-3565, ext. 1201

nkraft@richmond.k12.mi.us

Michigan Department of Education

Macomb County Intermediate School District

44001 Garfield
Clinton Township, MI  48038
Macomb County Intermediate School District: + 1 (586) 228-3300


Macomb County Intermediate School District
Macomb County Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)

Macomb Family Services

67515 Main St. Suite C
Richmond, MI 48062

Macomb Family Services: +1 (586) 727-5529

Macomb Family Services

The Refuge

The Refuge: +1 (586) 463-7338

The Refuge

New Haven Teen Health Program

New Haven Teen Health Program: +1 (586) 749-5197

New Haven Teen Health Program offers free and low cost teen health care.

CARE of Southeastern Michigan

31900 Utica Road
Fraser, MI 48026

CARE of Southeastern Michigan: +1 (586) 541-2273

Parental Education: +1 (586) 541-0033

CARE of Southeastern Michigan offers parenting programs, skills for managing anger, teen intervene, and young women’s lives. Families are provided the opportunity to receive a thorough assessment for children who are experiencing substance use or mental health problems.

CARE of Southeastern Michigan
CARE of Southeastern Michigan Student Referral

St. Clair County Health Department

3415 28th St.
Port Huron, MI 48060

St. Clair County Health Department: + 1 (810) 987-5300
Provides a discount prescription drug program for St. Clair County. 

Homeless Education Liaison

Homeless Education Liaison via the Macomb Intermediate School District

Macomb Intermediate School District: +1 (586) 228-3490

Michigan Department of Community Health

Michigan Department of Community Health provides information on where to find free or low-cost health care.

Michigan Department of Community Health

Disabilty Resources

Adults with learning disabilities have every opportunity to succeed in school, work and life. NCLD provides essential information to parents, professionals and individuals with learning disabilities, promotes research and programs to foster effective learning, and advocates for policies to protect and strengthen educational rights and opportunities.

National Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)

Attention Deficit Disorder Association, ADDA, provides information, resources and networking opportunities to help adults and children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) lead better lives.

Counseling Options

Clinic Name

Location

Phone

Blue Water Clinic

Port Huron

(810) 985-5125

Center for Counseling

New Baltimore

(586) 716-0980

St. John Providence

St. Clair

(810) 329-5340

Hamilton Psychological Services

Clinton Township

(586) 226-2822

Macomb Family Services - Richmond Office

Richmond

(586) 727-5529

New Haven Medical Center Community First Health Center

New Haven

(586) 749-5173

Nor Serv

St. Clair

(810) 329-4798

Emergency Resource List

Macomb Intermediate School District-Homeless Education Project

+1 (586) 228-3490

Assists homeless students with basic needs such as backpacks school supplies, clothing, food, and community referrals.

The Right Connection

A directory of free or low cost community resources for students and their families. Additional resources include employment and training, transportation, parenting classes, child care, and support groups.

United Way
+1 (800) 552-1183


Provides callers with information about referrals to human services for every day needs and in times of crisis, such as basic human needs; physical and mental health; employment supports; support for the elderly and disabled; support for children, youth, and families.

Department of Human Services (DHS)
Can provide low-income families with minor children and pregnant women with cash assistance, food assistance, medical aid, etc.


+1 (586) 254-1500

Macomb County Crisis Center

+1 (586) 307-9100
24 Hour Helpline

Macomb County Directory of Children’s Services

Organization Name

Phone

Description

Detroit Institute for Children

(313) 832-1100

For physical, neurological, and developmental deficits

Early On Macomb (MISD)

(586) 228-331

Learning Disabilities Association of Michigan

(517) 485-8160

Mental Health Association in Michigan

517-898-3907

Michigan Association for Deaf, Hearing, and Speech Services

(517) 487-0066

Michigan Association for Children with Emotional Disorders (MACED)

(248) 433-2200

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill

1-800-950-NAMI

National Center for Youth with Disabilities

1-800-695-0285

Special Olympics

(989) 774-3911

Stuttering Foundation of America

1-800-992-9392