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Kingsmen Counseling

Once a Kingsmen, Always A Kingsmen

Kingsmen Counseling Mission Statement

Kingsmen Counseling’s mission is to support, encourage, and empower students to achieve success through academics, social relationships, and effective decision-making in a structured but nurturing environment focused on equity, access, and success, while preparing them for high school and beyond. We value inclusion and celebrate diversity and strive for each member of our community to have a sense of belonging while at National City Middle.

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Filipino American History Month

Filipino American History Month (FAHM) is a yearly celebration in October that commemorates the history, culture, and achievements of Filipinos in the United States. Introduced by the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) in 1992 and officially recognized by the U.S. Congress in 2009, FAHM also honors the first recorded landing of Filipinos in the continental U.S. at Morro Bay, California, on October 18, 1587. 

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National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month

National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month is a month-long observance to educate and raise awareness about bullying and cyberbullying prevention.Since 2006, October has been a time to acknowledge that bullying has devastating effects on children and families such as school avoidance, loss of self-esteem, increased anxiety, and depression. National Bullying Prevention Month encourages individuals, schools and communities to take action in preventing bullying and promote kindness, respect, acceptance, empathy, and inclusion. For more information, log on to the PACER Center or StopBullying.gov.

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National Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is a month-long (September 15- October 15) celebration of Hispanic and Latino history and culture. It was first proclaimed as a week-long celebration by President Johnson in 1968, then soon after expanded to a month. We recognize the many contributions made to the history, culture, and diversity of the United States, including important advocacy work, vibrant art, popular and traditional foods, and much more.

8th Grade Promotion

As a reminder, students must meet the Sweetwater Union High School District 8th Grade Promotion requirements to be eligible to participate in the ceremony at the end of the year. Students must pass their classes in 7th and 8th grade. Please reach out to your counselor should you have concerns regarding a failed course.​

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Counselor Corner

School Counselors are here to support the growth and development of students, guided by three domains defined by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA):

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· Academic Development

· Social/Emotional Development

· Career Development

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These domains promote a growth mindset and behaviors that enhance the learning process and supports a positive and equitable culture of college and career readiness and success for all students.

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Academic Development

Counselors assist  in learning and implementing strategies  and activiites to support and maximize each students' ability to learn. Counselors review academic progress, promote the district academic requirements as well as supports available when needed.

Social/Emotional Development

Counselors help students manage emotions and learn and apply interpersonal skills. Counselors address personal crisis situations with students and discuss coping skills and resources.

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Career Development

Counselors help students understand the connection between school and the world or work, and plan for a successful transition from middle school to high school to postsecondary education/career.  

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The Role of a School Counselor

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What do School Counselors do?

  • Individual Student Conferences

  • Academic Progress Reviews

  • Conflict Mediation

  • Social/Emotional Interventions

  • Parent/Guardian Conferences

  • Communication with Teachers/Staff to Provide Support

  • Teach Coping Skills

  • Class Schedules (all 6 classes are for the entire year)

  • Connection to National City Family Resources Center

  • Classroom Presentations

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