The counselors at KMS are working daily to meet the needs of our students through a variety of personalized services. All students will meet with the counselor in the fall and again in the spring for the 1:1 connection experience. In these meetings, the students will have the opportunity to discuss their goals and aspirations, and discuss the options for their personal path in Humble ISD.

During our 1:1 meetings, we are able to help students find ways to connect on campus through various clubs, organizations, and counselor facilitated small groups, assist students with setting SMART goals for this school year and beyond, as well as answer questions about post-secondary plans.

Grade level counselors:

6th grade, Shana Steinke: shana.steinke@humbleisd.net

7th grade, Latoya Simmons: latoya.simmons@humbleisd.net

8th grade, John "Rob" Sheridan: john.sheridan@humbleisd.net

Our ice cream social to celebrate connections! Our new students enjoyed meeting other new students in the courtyard at lunch!

Coach Marxsen leads by example and pushes our students to go the extra mile in everything they do. She never complains and has a yes attitude. Thank you for your time, energy, effort, and patience with all of our student athletes! Congrats to our September Super Staffer, Coach Katie Marxsen!

Mrs. Liles creates an amazing atmosphere and unity with her students. Her students are continually expressing their gratitude for her dedication to their progress and their classes. Her students recognize her for her leadership and compassion. Thank you for your commitment to #KMSCougarPride everyday!

Naviance is the planning and exploration program that Humble ISD utilizes for students to learn about college and career readiness as well as select courses for the following year. Naviance is found in the students MyHumble account.

KMS students are beginning to explore colleges and career paths through a variety of assessments in Naviance. Students and parents will utilize Naviance to select courses for future planning at KMS and beyond.

Parents are encouraged to ask your student about Naviance and take a tour of the website.

A comprehensive school counseling program is an integral component of our mission.

Comprehensive school counseling programs are driven by student data and based on the Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Program guidelines.

For classroom guidance, counselors visit classrooms multiple times per year to deliver lessons based on the Great 8 skills. Each nine weeks we are focusing on a different Great 8 Skill.

Optimistic Thinking-Growth Mindset

Self-Management

Relationship Skills

Goal Directed Behavior

Our topic for the 2nd nine weeks of the school year, self-management, sometimes referred to as self-control, is our ability to be in charge of our emotions and behaviors. When faced with different situations, we may feel a range of emotions.

Take a peek at our short video, which is filled with tips and strategies on how to practice healthy self-management skills!

8th grade orientation set for Monday, Nov. 8
KPHS will hold an informational meeting for the parents of current 8th grade students who plan to attend KPHS in the Fall of 2022 on Monday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m. The meeting will start in the Performing Arts Center. Students are encouraged to attend as well. Information covered will include course selection, graduation requirements, career/technology options, sports and transfers. Please use the Chaney Lane entrance.

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LISTEN to understand. A good strategy to help understand our children is simply to take time to listen. When dealing with anger, the reason for a behavior they exhibit may not always be what we think. This illustrates many underlying reasons for a child's anger.

The Mark of Your Digital Footprint: Virtual November 9 Every email, post, photo and click you make online leaves a trail. By just visiting an online article, you’re adding to your ever-growing string of breadcrumbs online. It’s permanent, it follows you for life and it’s not going anywhere—it’s your digital footprint. Learn what you need to know about managing your online presence and how to talk to your kids about theirs! Register Here

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Pictured left to right:

Latoya Simmons, 7th grade

John "Rob" Sheridan, 8th grade

Shana Steinke, 6th grade-Lead

Location: 2407 Pine Terrace Drive, Kingwood, TX, USA
Phone: 281-641-4200
Twitter: @counselors_kms