IC Catholic Prep announces new Assistant Principal

Nikki Kanzia

IC Catholic Prep (ICCP) has announced that Mrs. Nikki Kanzia will join the staff as Assistant Principal, Director of Admissions and Student Life.

Since 2014, Kanzia has served as the Principal at St. Scholastica Parish School in Woodridge, focusing on curriculum, recruitment, marketing, advancement and fundraising. In addition, she has held the role of Secretary for the Diocese of Joliet’s Principal Council.

It is an honor to be able to join the dynamic administrative team and the tradition of excellence that is IC Catholic Prep,” said Kanzia. “In many ways, this opportunity is a homecoming for me as the seeds of my faith, family and community were planted in Elmhurst and at Immaculate Conception Parish. I am very much looking forward to giving back to the community in which I was raised with a desire to inspire our students to reach their greatest potential while growing in their faith”.

Kanzia holds a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from National Louis University, a Certificate for Leading Inclusive Catholic Schools from Loyola University, and a Bachelor of Music Education from Illinois Wesleyan University.

Nikki’s experience as a school Principal will bring a new perspective to our administrative team and specifically to our admissions department,” said Levar. “Her long-term commitment to Catholic education, as well as her diverse experience, high energy approach and proven ability to lead will allow Nikki to contribute significantly to ICCP’s goal of being the first choice for local families seeking a college preparatory education.”