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Yellowknife Catholic Schools is excited to announce the appointment of Angela Martin as the new Assistant Principal of École St. Patrick High School for the 2026–2027 school year.

Angela brings a wealth of leadership experience, a deep commitment to student success, and a collaborative approach that will be a tremendous asset to our school community.

Please join us in welcoming Angela to the Yellowknife Catholic Schools family and congratulating her on her new role!

☀️ As we close another incredible school year, we would like to extend a huge thank you to all of our staff, students, families, and community members for your support, dedication, and contributions throughout the year. We truly could not do what we do without each and every one of you.

We wish everyone a safe, relaxing, fun, and wonderful summer filled with rest, adventure, and time with loved ones.

Enjoy your summer, and we can’t wait to welcome all of our students back on August 25 for another great year! ☀️

Yellowknife Catholic Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Kim Nichols as Principal of École St. Patrick High School, effective for the 2026–2027 school year.

A familiar and valued member of the ESPHS community, Kim brings a wealth of educational leadership experience and a deep commitment to Catholic education, student well-being, and inclusive learning.

We are excited to see Kim continue to support and inspire the ESPHS community in this new leadership role.

Please join us in congratulating Kim on this well-deserved appointment and wishing her continued success.

Yellowknife Catholic Schools extends its congratulations to all students and coaches who participated in the 2026 Skills Canada National Competition as members of Team NWT.

Competing at the national level is a tremendous accomplishment that reflects months of hard work, dedication, and commitment to developing skills in the trades and technology sectors.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the coaches, educators, and supporters who helped prepare students for this incredible opportunity. Your guidance and encouragement are invaluable to student success.

We also thank the Skills Canada NWT organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and partners whose efforts make these meaningful experiences possible for northern youth.

Thank you for showcasing the many talents of northern students and representing the Northwest Territories with pride.

Yellowknife Catholic Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathleen Finnigan as Principal of École St. Joseph School, effective starting the 2026–2027 school year.

Kathleen brings nearly four decades of experience in Catholic education and a strong record of leadership in supporting student success, faith-based learning, and vibrant school communities. During her time at École St. Patrick High School, she has made meaningful contributions to students, staff, and the broader school community, and we are sincerely grateful for her dedication and leadership.

Her appointment reflects our continued commitment to strong leadership and excellence in Catholic education across our schools.

Please join us in congratulating Kathleen on this appointment and wish her ongoing success at Yellowknife Catholic Schools.

The YCS Notes for June 2026 is now available on our website!

YCS Notes - June 2026 - Yellowknife Catholic Main

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Principal, École St. Joseph School❗

Visit our website for all employment opportunities: https://www.ycs.nt.ca/employment

Yellowknife Catholic Schools is pleased to announce that Carrie-Lynn Allan will be stepping into the role of Regional Inclusive Schooling Coordinator (RISC) for the 2026–2027 school year.

In this role, Carrie-Lynn will support schools across the district while being based out of Weledeh Catholic School and École St. Patrick High School. She will work closely with staff, students, and families to support inclusive education practices and help foster learning environments where all students feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Please join us in congratulating Carrie-Lynn on her new role. We are grateful for her continued dedication and leadership within YCS and look forward to the positive impact she will continue to make across our schools.

Yellowknife Catholic Schools is excited to announce that Catherine Son will be stepping into the role of Regional Indigenous Languages Education Coordinator (RILE) for the 2026–2027 school year.

In this role, Catherine will work alongside Betsy Lucko to support the revitalization and strengthening of Indigenous language learning across the district. Together, they will work closely with staff, students, and families to foster meaningful connections to culture, community, and land while strengthening language learning across all schools.

Please join me in congratulating Catherine on her new role. We are grateful for her continued dedication, and I look forward to the knowledge, leadership, and support she will bring to this important work.