Welcome back, CISND! 💙💛

We are excited to welcome our students, families, and staff back for another school year. May this year be filled with learning, friendship, and many blessings.

Wishing our entire CISND community a blessed school year! ✝️

“Let all that you do be done in love.”
1 Corinthians 16:14

Please join us in congratulating Stephanie Nagy on their appointment as Vice--Principal at St Joseph Kelowna.

We wish you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter!

Read the full news release here: https://www.cisnd.ca/article/14808

In case you missed the news, Luc Lavigne is stepping our of retirement to join St. Joseph Nelson as Principal for the upcoming school year.

Congratulations Luc!

Read the full news release here: https://www.cisnd.ca/article/14739

🎓 Congratulations to the Grade 7 students at St. Michael!

As you finish your elementary years and prepare for high school, CISND celebrates this meaningful milestone in your journey. We are grateful for the ways you have grown in faith, learning, and service.

Congratulations on your achievement—may God continue to guide you in the years ahead!

In case you hadn't heard, Claire Cacchioni is joining OLOL as Principal in the upcoming school year.

Congratulations Claire!

https://www.cisnd.ca/article/16038

The CISND Community and Roman Catholic Diocese of Nelson offer our sincere prayers to the families and all who have been affected by yesterday’s tragic events in Tumbler Ridge.

In this time of sorrow, we hold those who grieve in our prayers. We ask the Lord to draw near, to strengthen families, to guide community leaders with wisdom, and to bring comfort to all who mourn. May God grant peace in the days ahead.

“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted.”
— Psalm 34:18

Passionate about Catholic education? ✨

Join CISND as an Executive Assistant supporting leadership and governance.

👉 Apply today!
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Feel the call to make a difference.

The Catholic Independent Schools of the Nelson Diocese are on the road, meeting future educators and staff at career fairs across BC and Alberta.

Come connect with our team, explore inspiring career opportunities in Catholic education, and discover where your gifts can lead.

You're called to something greater.

Learn more, schedule an interview: https://www.cisnd.ca/page/recruitment

"On November 12, National Clergy Appreciation Day, and throughout the month of November, dedicated to honouring clergy, we, the Catholic Independent Schools of the Diocese of Nelson, extend our heartfelt gratitude to you, our pastors, for your priestly witness, your pastoral care, and your unwavering support of Catholic education."

Read the full letter here: https://www.cisnd.ca/article/12222

🎒✨ Welcome back, St. Michael's family! We’re so excited to see our hallways and classrooms filled with energy, laughter, and learning once again. May this school year be blessed with friendship, growth, and God’s guiding love. 💙✝️

Stop 5: Return 📖 When you return to the Lord, your God, and listen to His voice... then the Lord your God will restore your fortunes and have mercy on you. Deuteronomy 30:2–3

Stop 4: Reflection 📖 Be still and know Psalm 46:10

Stop 3: Service 📖 Through love, serve one another. Galatians 5:13

Stop Two: Adventure 📖 Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

Stop One: Rest 📖Come to me, all who are weary Matthew 11:28

What is a Pilgrimage? It's a meaningful journey made to a sacred place as an act of religious devotion or spiritual purpose. 📖 Blessed are those whose strength is in you, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage.” Psalm 84:5 Join us in our journey as we share the 5 Stops on Your Summer Pilgrimage.

Our Parent Auxiliary Committee (FOSM) recently received an incredible donation from International Raw Materials for $10 000 to support our new primary playground initiative. We are more than half-way to reaching our goal to purchase a new structure. Thank you, again, to our platinum- level sponsor.

Catholic Independent Schools of Nelson Diocese – Support Staff Hiring Fair Looking for a meaningful career in a faith-filled environment? Catholic Independent Schools of Nelson Diocese (CISND) is hosting a Support Staff Hiring Fair on Tuesday, February 25th, from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Catholic Pastoral Centre (3665 Benvoulin Road). We are seeking passionate individuals for roles such as Educational Assistants, Early Childhood Educators and Assistants, Custodians, Bookkeepers, Secretaries, and other support staff positions. Interested candidates are encouraged to bring their cover letter and resume and drop in anytime between 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM to learn more about these opportunities. There is something special about CISND! Come see what sets us apart. We look forward to meeting you!

As we wrap up Catholic Schools' Week, we want to share what our incredible school community had to say when asked what they love about their Catholic Schools.