Dear Parents and Friends,
I am humbled and proud to welcome you to a new school year at St. Nicholas Catholic School. If you are new to our school community, allow me to introduce myself. I am blessed with three wonderful children—my daughter is attending university and competing in NCAA golf, one of my sons is studying and playing collegiate golf in England, and another is working as a train conductor. My wife and I have been married for 28 years, and we are incredibly proud of our growing family.
I earned my Bachelor of Science in 1993, my Bachelor of Education in 1995, and my Master’s degree in 1998—all from the University of Portland. This year marks my 31st year in education and my 20th as a Principal. I take great pride in ensuring that every student receives a high-quality education from the very best educators in Alberta.
At St. Nicholas, we are committed to working as collaborative teams of educators, supporting one another in our mission to help each student thrive. We believe parents are their children’s first and most important teachers, and your partnership is vital to student success. Whether it’s helping with homework, asking about their day, attending school events, or volunteering, your involvement makes a meaningful difference.
We are fortunate to have a dedicated faculty, an active and supportive Parent Council, and a strong connection to our community. Our collective mindset is simple—we will do “whatever it takes” to help our students succeed. This dedication fuels our vision to be a student-centered learning community where children grow academically, creatively, and socially. We recognize that our students are the future, and we are honored to play a role in shaping that future with care, faith, and excellence.
It is a true privilege to serve as Principal of St. Nicholas Catholic School. I look forward to a year filled with growth, collaboration, and success—for every student, every day. Together, let’s make this school year an outstanding one. After all, teamwork makes the dream work!
Sincerely,
Joe Kucy
Principal