Welcome

2026 - 2027 Pre-enrolment and registration update

Thanks to all the families who pre-enrolled before the March 25th deadline to help our school get ready for 2026-2027!

We had more requests than available space which means new students, outside our attendance area, will be chosen by random selection in the following grades:

Kindergarten

If your child was pre-enrolled for kindergarten and you are out of our attendance area you will be notified about the results by April 17, 2026.  Students in grade 1 and 2 outside our attendance area have already been contacted.  If you do not hear from us, and you are in our attendance area, your child has been accepted at Michael A. Kostek.

We are now full in planned and interactions classes for 2026-2027 and will not be taking any registrations from outside of our attendance area for grades K-6.  We will only be accepting students who have newly moved into our attendance area.

If you are registering for Kindergarten or if you are new to Edmonton Public Schools, you must register online.

Our Kindergarten team has created a video with tips to prepare your child for Kindergarten. 

You can learn more about our school by reading the Students Rights & Responsibilities

Principal's Message

Principal’s Message: Our Vibrant Community

Life at Michael A. Kostek

As I walk through our hallways each day, I am constantly inspired by the energy and joy that fills our school. It is a genuine privilege to serve as your principal and to witness the growth of this vibrant learning community. We have now reached an enrollment of nearly 600 students—a milestone that speaks to the wonderful environment we have built together, but one that also means we are fully maximizing the physical capacity of our building.

Because we cherish the safety and quality of education for every child in our care, we must be mindful of our space. We are currently designated as a Level 2 school on the growth control model. While we have chosen to keep our boundaries technically open in a limited capacity, I want to be transparent with you: to ensure our current students have the room they need to thrive, priority must be given to families residing within our designated attendance area. Based on our current numbers, the possibility of accepting students from outside our boundaries remains very small.

For over 30 years, Michael A. Kostek has been a place dedicated to unlocking potential, and I am proud to see that legacy thriving today. It is exciting to watch our students dive into Inquiry-based learning and STEM activities, making real-life connections that go far beyond the textbook. We are guiding them to be risk-takers and critical thinkers who understand their place in our city and country, and who aren't afraid to ask big questions.

More than anything, however, connection and community are the heartbeat of our school. We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive, though we recognize that the path on that journey is unique for each child. For some, that path involves our Interactions program, where we support students with ASD through specialized focus on communication and social growth, while finding meaningful ways to connect with the wider school. For others, it means building specific strategies to overcome learning difficulties or being challenged with extensions that stretch their thinking.

Regardless of the specific route, our goal is the same: to ensure every student feels uplifted by our caring staff and supported by parents we embrace as true partners. By empowering one another and building resiliency and empathy, we have created a safe and calm community where everyone belongs. 

Thank you for walking this collaborative and inclusive journey with us.

Anton Lakusta Principal