Introducing the New Faculty & Staff of SMCS in 2026-27
As the 2026-27 academic year officially begins, St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) is excited to welcome the newest faculty and staff members joining our community. Read more about our newest team members below: Jennifer BucciBucci has joined SMCS as the new Coordinator of Athletic Life. She is a highly accomplished athletics and student development professional with advanced degrees in higher education and student affairs (University of Nebraska Kearney) and in human resources and organizational development (Eastern Michigan University). Bucci brings extensive experience in athletic operations, student leadership development, facility management, and more. Bucci is a former NCAA Division I team captain and professional softball player. David DiatDiat begins his long-term occasional teaching role as a French teacher at SMCS in September 2026. He is a bilingual secondary school educator with more than 10 years of teaching experience in France and the United States, and five years in an international school environment. Emil EmilovEmilov began at SMCS as a Safe Officer in August 2026 and brings more than 15 years of experience in customer service, security, and concierge across residential, commercial, and customer-focused environments. His background includes leadership experience as a concierge supervisor, supporting property management operations and team members. Emilov is a graduate of Seneca College’s International Business Administration programme and holds several industry certifications, including an Ontario Security License. Kyle FergusonFerguson began his role as the new Coordinator of Spiritual Life/Lay Chaplain in August 2026. He is a familiar face to some, previously serving as a guest teacher during the past academic year. Ferguson has a bachelor of business administration from Bishop’s University, master of divinity from the University of St. Michael’s College, University of Toronto, and a master of arts in theology and licentiate of sacred theology from Dominican University College (Carleton University). Michael Goncalves ’00Goncalves is an alumnus of SMCS and begins his
