On May 15, graduates of St. Nicholas Cathedral School visited DePaul University for the final class of the Catholic Future Teacher Leader Program — a wonderful educational initiative that gives middle school students the opportunity to learn from university professors and develop their leadership skills.🎓📚✨
This experience had a truly multi-dimensional impact on our students. During the visit, they were introduced to the university environment and learned that active research is not something reserved only for scientists or professional researchers. Students discovered that research can begin at any age, from middle school and high school to university studies, whenever young people learn to ask meaningful questions, analyze problems, and search for constructive solutions. They also learned about the key stages of active research and practical insights for developing, organizing, and presenting ideas. Most importantly, students had the opportunity to work collaboratively in teams and immediately apply these concepts in practice.
Each team selected one area they would like to improve within the school community, explained the need for change, and presented thoughtful ideas for implementation — all within a very limited amount of time. It was inspiring to see our students think critically, communicate effectively, and work together to create positive change. This is how our students learn to become future leaders and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
Upon completing the program, students received Certificates recognizing the successful earning of a distinctive DePaul University micro-credential.
A sincere thank you to the Office of Innovative Professional Learning at DePaul University for this outstanding educational initiative and for investing in the growth and leadership development of our students!
This experience had a truly multi-dimensional impact on our students. During the visit, they were introduced to the university environment and learned that active research is not something reserved only for scientists or professional researchers. Students discovered that research can begin at any age, from middle school and high school to university studies, whenever young people learn to ask meaningful questions, analyze problems, and search for constructive solutions. They also learned about the key stages of active research and practical insights for developing, organizing, and presenting ideas. Most importantly, students had the opportunity to work collaboratively in teams and immediately apply these concepts in practice.
Each team selected one area they would like to improve within the school community, explained the need for change, and presented thoughtful ideas for implementation — all within a very limited amount of time. It was inspiring to see our students think critically, communicate effectively, and work together to create positive change. This is how our students learn to become future leaders and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
Upon completing the program, students received Certificates recognizing the successful earning of a distinctive DePaul University micro-credential.
A sincere thank you to the Office of Innovative Professional Learning at DePaul University for this outstanding educational initiative and for investing in the growth and leadership development of our students!
💙💛 St. Nicholas Cathedral School would like to thank and acknowledge two of our religious leaders: Father Pavlo and Father Serhiy. ✨
🙏 Today, Father Pavlo celebrated 17 years since becoming a priest — on the 17th day of May — and we were honored that this special occasion coincided with our Family Liturgy. ⛪
📖 Today also marked Father Serhiy’s official “last” liturgy at St. Nicholas Cathedral before moving across the street to Sts. Volodymyr and Olha Parish. While this is a big transition, we are grateful that we will still see you often in the neighborhood. 🤍
🌟 Thank you both for your spiritual guidance, leadership, and dedication to our school and parish community.
💐 Многая літа! (Mnohaya Lita — Many Years!) 🎶
🙏 Today, Father Pavlo celebrated 17 years since becoming a priest — on the 17th day of May — and we were honored that this special occasion coincided with our Family Liturgy. ⛪
📖 Today also marked Father Serhiy’s official “last” liturgy at St. Nicholas Cathedral before moving across the street to Sts. Volodymyr and Olha Parish. While this is a big transition, we are grateful that we will still see you often in the neighborhood. 🤍
🌟 Thank you both for your spiritual guidance, leadership, and dedication to our school and parish community.
💐 Многая літа! (Mnohaya Lita — Many Years!) 🎶
