About Us

 Greetings Kingsmen Families,

It is my honor to serve the National City Middle School learning community as principal. My name is Luis A. Rodriguez, and I bring 23 years of experience in education working with both middle and high school students. As an educator, I am proud to join an amazing team of dedicated teachers, staff, students, and families who make National City Middle School a special place to learn and grow.

At National City Middle School, we serve our 7th and 8th grade students by fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where every student is known, valued, and challenged to reach their full potential. We believe that strong relationships are the foundation of student success. By building meaningful connections with our students, families, and the National City community, we create a culture of belonging that empowers every learner to thrive.

My number one priority is to support and continue each student's academic growth while preparing every learner for success in high school and beyond through a combination of high expectations and high levels of support. Together, we will maintain rigorous academic standards, provide targeted interventions and enrichment opportunities, and ensure students receive the social-emotional support they need to succeed both academically and personally.

Education is a partnership, and I believe our greatest accomplishments happen when schools, families, and the community work together. I encourage you to stay connected, get involved, and celebrate the many achievements of our students throughout the school year.

Thank you for being an important part of the National City Middle School family. I look forward to working alongside you as we continue to inspire excellence, strengthen connections, and prepare our students to become confident, compassionate, and successful students.

 

Warm regards,
Luis Rodriguez
Principal, National City Middle School