J. J. Nearing Catholic Elementary School

About Us

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Administration:
Shelby Moser, Principal
Darren Skalski, Vice Principal

Our Patron Saint:
Saint Therese de Lisieux- "Do ordinary things in an extraordinary way."

JJN School Mission:
Excellence in Learning through Faith, Relationships and Engagement.

JJN Student Motto:
"Echo the Spirit"

JJN Mascot:
Echo the Dolphin

Grade and Enrolment:
Kindergarten - Grade 6
330 students

School Office Hours:
Our helpful secretarial staff are in the office daily from 8:15 am to 3:45 pm.
* With the teacher's permission, students may use the student phone located inside the office to call home.  As well, all our classrooms have phones for our students to use.

Week at a Glance

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STUDENT ABSENCE - SAFE ARRIVAL

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HEALTHY HUNGER HOT LUNCH PROGRAM

JJ Nearing will offer hot lunches every second Friday, depending on school calendar!

JJN School Spirit Wear!

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REGISTRATION/SUPPLY LISTS

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Upcoming Events

Labour Day

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First Day for all Students

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J. J. Nearing Catholic Elementary School

Contact

196 Deer Ridge Drive
St. Albert, Alberta T8N 6T6

Phone: 780-418-6330

Division Notice

Notice of Nomination Day - September 22, 2025 (School Board Trustee Election)

Please visit our election website if you are interested in running as a Trustee for Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools. Nominations for the election of candidates must be received by 12:00 noon on Nomination Day (September 22, 2025).

Click here to view the election website.