Counselor's Corner

The mission of the Counseling Department at Kawananakoa Middle School is to provide all students with a comprehensive counseling program, centered on guiding each student to their fullest intellectual, physical, social, and emotional potential, to be productive and contributing members of society.

Meet Our Counselors

Gr. 6: Mr. Fuchigami

Mr. Jared Fuchigami's favorite quote. "The best way to predict the future is to create it."

I have been a school counselor for 15 years at Kawananakoa Middle School. I'm looking forward to working with you and your child this school year.  Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Gr. 7: Ms. Santiago

Picture of Mrs. Mahealani Santiago in her office. She is smiling at the camera.

Working with students, families, and teachers as a school counselor for 13 years, has been a delight. Over the past 5 years, I had the opportunity to learn and grow with the Kawananakoa Alii Warrior Ohana. I look forward to having another wonderful year working with you! 

Gr. 8: Ms. LeFebvre

Model of conflict resolution, one of Mr. Keith Connie's tools as a counselor.

I have been part of the KMS ‘Ohana for 8 years and look forward to supporting all students and families as they navigate middle school. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Make it a great year Ali'i Warriors!

Need to Talk?

Our counselors are here to help! Feel free to contact our counselors by email.

Grade 6: Mr. Jared Fuchigami (jared.fuchigami@k12.hi.us)

Grade 7: Ms. Mahealani Santiago (mahealani.santiago@k12.hi.us)

Grade 8: Mr. Keith Connie (keith.connie@k12.hi.us)

You can also call the front office at (808)307-0300 and ask to speak to your counselor.

Counselor confidentiality poster. What you say in here stays in here unless someone is hurting you, you want to hurt someone, you want to hurt yourself, or you give permission to share with a trusting adult.