Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda UFSD
Providing our students with the supports, tools, and diverse opportunities needed to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world
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NEW: The Safe School Healpline (visit www.ktufsd.org/safeschool for more information)
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Now Hiring Substitute Teachers!
With substitute teachers in such high demand across the country, the Ken-Ton School District is positioning itself to be among the most attractive destinations for anyone interested in becoming a substitute teacher. Click here to learn more!
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Support the 35th Annual Jerry Starr Ken-Ton Schools' SleepOut
The 35th Annual Jerry Starr Ken-Ton Schools' Sleepout will take place Friday, February 4th. All donations will go to the Ken-Ton Family Support Center and Ken-Ton Closet. Learn how you can support the SleepOut here!
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District to Offer Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
The Ken-Ton School District in partnership with Compeer is offering everyone in the community the opportunity to take part in a virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid Training from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 22 via Zoom.
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NEW: Safe School Helpline
The Safe School Helpline is a convenient, confidential way for anyone to report information about situations that might affect safety at our school any time of the day or night.
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Kindergarten & Universal Pre-K Registration Information
Online registration for students entering Kindergarten next year begins in January, and online registration for students entering Universal Pre-Kindergarten next year begins in March. More information can be found here.
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Gr. 5-12 1st Marking Period Report Cards Posted to Parent Portal
First-quarter report cards for students in grades 5-12are now posted and available for viewing in Parent Portal. Access the Portal at www.ktufsd.org/ParentPortal or under the "Families" tab.
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Kenmore East, Kenmore West & Ken-Ton Athletic Apparel
Click here to access the Kenmore East High School, Kenmore West High School and Ken-Ton School District online athletic apparel stores!
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Art Department Unveils 'Love the Skin You're In' Exhibit
The Ken-Ton School District Art Department celebrated the opening reception of a groundbreaking student art exhibit entitled "Love the Skin You're In: A Celebration of Humanity" featuring a variety of student artwork that celebrates and explores the beauty of diversity.
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Full-Day UPK Coming to Hamilton Elementary in September
Local leaders and representatives joined Superintendent Sabatino Cimato on June 11 as he announced that full-day Universal Pre-K would be coming to the Hamilton building this September.
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Board Resolution Supporting Diversity, Inclusion and Equity
The Board of Education expresses its commitment to providing students with equitable access to opportunity, and cultivating and maintaining a learning environment that appreciates diversity and inclusion for all students, especially culturally diverse students who have historically faced discrimination in our nation.
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International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
Kenmore East and Kenmore West are two of only four schools in the eight counties of Western New York that offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) Program.
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Career Academies
Kenmore East and Kenmore West both offer New York State-certified career and technical education programs through the district's four Career Academies: Pre-Engineering, Computer Networking, Information Technology, and Finance & Enterprise.
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Music Programs
For eight years in a row, Ken-Ton has been among the tiny fraction of the nation's school districts to be designated as a “Best Community for Music Education” by the NAMM Foundation.
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Art Programs
The Ken-Ton School District is widely regarded in the Western New York arts community as having one of the region’s leading K-12 art education program with two art career pathways in the Fine Arts and the Media Arts.
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Big Picture Program
The Big Picture Program, located at the former Kenmore Middle School Building, is a non-traditional high school program and the only one of its kind in Western New York.
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Character Education & Bullying Prevention
Find information on programs and activities taking place in all schools that promote positive behaviors and a safe and supportive school environment, and what you can do to respond to and report bullying.
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Now Hiring Substitute Teachers!
With substitute teachers in such high demand across the country, Ken-Ton is positioning itself to be among the most attractive destinations for anyone interested in becoming a substitute teacher. Click here to learn more!
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Support the 35th Annual Jerry Starr Ken-Ton Schools' SleepOut
The 35th Annual Jerry Starr Ken-Ton Schools' Sleepout will take place Friday, February 4th. All donations will go to the Ken-Ton Family Support Center and Ken-Ton Closet. Learn how you can support the SleepOut here!
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Community Drum Circle Coming on January 20th
The Ken-Ton School District Community Education Department will host a Community Drum Circle on Thursday, January 20th from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Kenmore West High School. Register at www.ktufsd.org/ce_register
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District to Offer Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
The Ken-Ton School District in partnership with Compeer is offering everyone in the community the opportunity to take part in a virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid Training from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 22 via Zoom.
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NEW: Safe School Helpline
The Safe School Helpline is a convenient, confidential way for anyone to report information about situations that might affect safety at our school any time of the day or night.
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Edison Collects Nearly 400 Pajamas for Ken-Ton Closet
Students and staff at Edison Elementary School participated in a school-wide community service project to collect pajamas for the Ken-Ton Closet. Edison Art Teacher Wendy Yiengst organized and facilitated the drive.
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Kenmore East Senior Wins 3rd in WNY Stock Market Challenge
We are extremely proud to recognize Kenmore East High School senior Jack Sahi, who won 3rd place in Junior Achievement's recent Stock Market Challenge!
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Polar Express Movie & Activity Night: Reserve Your Tickets
Kenmore East Class of 2023 will host a "Polar Express" Movie & Activity Night at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10. Tickets are $5 per person and include the movie viewing, cookie decorating, sing-alongs, and more! Reserve tickets here.
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Several KE, KW Students Selected to Perform At Area All-State
Numerous Kenmore East and Kenmore West students participated in the Area All-State Music Festival at SUNY Fredonia which took place Nov. 19-20 as well as the Capital University Honor Band the previous weekend.
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Daughter of Holocaust Survivor Visits Ken-East Class
Wendy Weisbrot, Holocaust Center Leadership Council President and daughter of a Holocaust survivor, visited the Holocaust class at Kenmore East. Her father, the late Joe Diamond, frequently visited Ken-Ton Schools.
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Message from Superintendent Regarding New Requirements for Hoodies
Please note that, for the remainder of the school year in all middle/high school buildings (Gr. 5-12), we will be asking all students to remove their hoods. (Hoodies are still permitted but the hood cannot be worn.)
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Isabella Montroy, Franklin Middle School Student
"Bella is warm, funny, polite, and conscientious. She works very hard at doing her best, and she is always making positive choices."
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Liz Smith, Franklin Middle School Teacher Aide
"On a daily basis, Liz builds positive relationships with our students, works well with all faculty and staff, and aims to make Franklin Middle School a better place. "
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Amy Lach, Franklin Middle School Teacher
"Her kindness, warmth, silliness, and love for her students and her job radiates from her, and her students love it. Not only is she an excellent instructor, it is her personality and her dedication to students that draws students and faculty toward her."
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Linden Hakala, Lindbergh Elementary School Student
"He involves himself in every lesson, sharing experiences, comments and connections. Linden is a true Lindbergh Leader and is always willing to help others."
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Tom LaRussa, Lindbergh Elementary School Teacher
"Tom puts in the extra effort to make sure that all of his students enjoy learning. He is extremely patient, kind and thoughtful."
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Veronica Parry, Lindbergh Elementary Support Staff
"Roni is always friendly to everyone and cares deeply about helping the students and families at Lindbergh. People do not realize how much she does "behind-the-scenes" and all the extra work she does."
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Sloane Christmann, Edison Elementary School Student
"She is always kind, dedicated and is a friend to all. This hard-working, polite, young woman is respectful to her teacher and peers and has a great sense of humor."
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Maria Distefano, Edison Elementary School Teacher
"A member of numerous building teams, she delights in working on the yearbook and school musical. A natural leader, Maria uses her roles as Literacy Liaison and coordinator of the Edison Enriching Academics to make a difference in Edison Achievement."
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Lisa Fahs, Edison Elementary School Monitor
"Her positive attitude is on-display at the thermal camera, in the cafeteria lunch line and delivering the daily mail. Her boundless energy and enthusiasm make her a favorite of the children and staff alike."
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Jeffery Kleismit, Hoover Middle School Teacher
His peers have commented, "Jeff is a go-getter! He is creative, energetic, and caring." A passionate teacher, Mr. Kleismit helps literature come to life with such activities as a fundraising walk called "The Iron Giraffe Challenge" to accompany the reading of "A Long Walk to Water" to benefit Water for South Sudan.
