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School Social Work

Julie Kingston
10 Surfside Rd.
School Office: (508) 228-7280 Ext. 1247
Guidance Office: (508) 228-7280 Ext. 1209
Emergency: 911

Degrees and Certifications:

  • LICSW - (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - State of Massachusetts)
  • EMDR I & II
  • Masters Degree - Clinical Social Work (family and children specialty), Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada
  • Bachelors Degree - Social Work (clinical - children and family specialty), Toronto, Canada

A message from Ms. Kingston
I have the privilege of being the School Social Worker at both Cyrus Peirce Middle School and Nantucket High School.  I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has worked for over 10 years in various school settings (Grades K - 12).  In addition, I have worked for over 20 years in mental health, addiction/treatment and private practice.  I am available to consult or discuss any issue that may be impacting upon a students ability to be successful either socially, emotionally or psychologically.

What is a School Social Worker?  
A school social worker is a licensed mental health professional who supports students' social, emotional, behavioral, and academic well-being. They serve as a vital link between the school, home, and community to help remove barriers to student success.

The main goals of the School Social Work program are:

  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment

  • Promote students’ mental health and emotional wellness

  • Strengthen the connection between school, home, and community resources

  • Support student attendance, engagement, and academic progress

  • Advocate for the needs of all students, especially those facing challenges

What are the duties of a School Social Worker?

  • Provide individual and group counseling to support students with emotional, behavioral, or social concerns

  • Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators to develop interventions and student support plans

  • Communicate with families to strengthen home-school partnerships

  • Help families access community services such as mental health support, food assistance, housing, or crisis intervention

  • Participate in IEP and 504 Plan meetings as needed to advocate for students receiving special education services

  • Lead or assist in crisis response, including grief support and mental health emergencies