Meet the Founder!

Hello everyone! My name is Gabrielle Sims. In June 2021, I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in Family Social Services. During my time at NIU, I conducted research with professors, served as President and Team Captain of the NIU Mock Trial team, and worked for the Office of Academic Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Since graduation, I have worked for Winnebago County CASA as an Advocate Supervisor and I currently work as a Scholarship Associate for the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois overseeing their scholarship program. I have had many learning experiences in my college years that occurred both in and out of the classroom. I hope to impart my wisdom to high school and college students who want to be successful in their future endeavors. Whether you want to attend college, trade school, or go directly into the workforce after high school, Secondary Success and Beyond can help you achieve your goals. Tell me, what do you want to learn first? What are your goals?