Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda UFSD
Our Mission: Providing our students with the supports, tools, and diverse opportunities needed to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world
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Groundbreaking Farm-to-School Initiatives Get Boost from Grant
The Ken-Ton School District Food Service Department will receive a $100,000 grant from the NYS Department of Agriculture to support its groundbreaking farm-to-school initiatives.
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Students & Board Members Recognized at Artist Reception
On October 23rd, we were extremely excited to recognize artists, art teachers, and Board members at the annual Student Artist Reception and Board of Education Appreciation Night.
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Important: CEP Household Income Eligibility Form
It is vitally important for all families to complete and return the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) Household Income Eligibility Form. If you haven't, please print/download the form and return it to your child's school.
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Long-Awaited Project Completed at Aqua Lane Park
A partnership between the district, town, and Niagara River Greenway has resulted in a long-awaited project centered around three ecologically significant islands in the Niagara River and the species of birds that inhabit them.
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Board Welcomes New Trustee & Elects Officers
The Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda School District Board of Education held its annual Reorganization Meeting on Tuesday, July 2, 2024.
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Grant to Support Free Participation in After-School Sports
Ken-Ton received a $20,000 grant from the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds administered to support student participation in after-school athletic programming at Franklin and Holmes Elementary.
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Ken-Ton & NYSDOL Launch Free Bus Driver Training Program
The Ken-Ton School District has been awarded a one-year $249,808 grant by the NYS Department of Labor to create a first-of-its-kind free school bus driver training program.
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Ken-Ton Weekly Connection: Superintendent's Weekly Message & Video Update
Stay up-to-date with the Ken-Ton Weekly Connection, a weekly message and video update from Superintendent Sabatino Cimato. View past editions on the web and sign up to receive it in your email inbox each week.
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International Baccalaureate (IB) Program
Ken-Ton is one of only two districts 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 14 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 Kenmore Junior/Senior High School, 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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Ken-Ton Students Given Opportunity to "Shop with a Cop"
More than 70 Ken-Ton students in Gr. 4-7 received an amazing holiday experience, thanks to the Tonawanda Police Department and their annual "Shop with a Cop" fundraiser.
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Weekly Spotlight: Holmes Elementary Lead Secretary Karen Kren
Throughout the school year, we're recognizing outstanding students, teachers, and support staff across our district. This week, we recognize Holmes Elementary lead secretary Karen Kren.
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Free Flag Football Clinic Taking Place December 29th
The Town of Tonawanda, Ken-Ton Community Education, and KidsPlay are hosting a free flag football clinic on December 29th to benefit the Ken-Ton Closet. Three clinics are available based on age group.
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KW Girls Basketball Donates Backpacks to Buffalo City Mission
The Kenmore West varsity girls basketball team is already in the holiday spirit. The team donated several suitcases of clothing and filled more than 20 backpacks with toiletries for women at the Buffalo City Mission.
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FMS Student Blake Davis Plays Big Role in 'My Cause, My Cleats'
Franklin Middle student Blake Davis recently got the opportunity to assist Josh Allen with "My Cause, My Cleats". Blake helped design the Bills quarterback's cleats for this year's campaign.
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Weekly Spotlight: Franklin Elementary Student Jack Flynn
Throughout the school year, we're recognizing outstanding students, teachers, and support staff across our district. This week, we recognize Franklin Elementary student Jack Flynn.
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MacKinnon, Malkiewicz Win Section VI Individual Swim Titles
Two Kenmore girls swim team members are Section VI champions! Heather Malkiewicz and Amelia MacKinnon each won their respective races in the Section VI Class A swim meet in early November.
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Franklin Middle Teacher Competing in 4v4 Ball Hockey World Cup
Joe Stawisuck, a technology teacher at Franklin Middle, will be representing Ken-Ton, New York, and North America at the upcoming World 4 vs. 4 Ball Hockey Championships in the Dominican Republic.
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Weekly Spotlight: Edison Elementary Teacher Kate Morrissey
Throughout the school year, we're recognizing outstanding students, teachers, and support staff across our district. This week, we recognize Edison Elementary teacher Kate Morrissey.
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Ken-Ton Swimmers Sign NLI with Canisius University
Alex Schuler and Brady Garcia, two members of the Kenmore Devil-Dogs boys swim team, have both committed to swim at the collegiate level. The duo signed their national letters of intent with Canisius University.
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Procedure for Naming a Building, Room, Bench, Tree, etc.
The Ken-Ton School District has implemented a new procedure for renaming a building, facility, room, bench, garden, tree, plaque, or event on school and district property.
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Shaima Islam, Franklin Elementary School Teacher
"Shaima is an exemplary student who excels in the classroom and beyond. Her kindness and intelligence shine through in everything she does."
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Robyn Brydalski, Franklin Elementary School Teacher
"She pours her heart into her students every day, going the extra mile to ensure they feel seen, supported, and deeply cared for while with her."
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Martha Kim Toney, Franklin Elementary School Teacher Aide
"With a consistently positive attitude and a gentle, encouraging presence, she fosters a safe and supportive learning environment where all students feel valued."
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Natalie Liszka, Franklin Middle School Student
She is one of the kindest students, consistently offering help to others with a smile.
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Kelly Walters, Franklin Middle School Teacher Aide
Her patient, caring demeanor and strong communication skills make her an asset to the classroom and school community.
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Linda Scott, Franklin Middle School Teacher
Linda Scott is a dedicated 5th grade teacher who consistently goes above and beyond for her students. She takes the time to connect with each student and maintains these connections long after they leave her classroom.
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Tommy Wagner, Kenmore Junior/Senior High Custodian
"The building and the district are fortunate to have Tommy. He cares about his work and takes pride in maintaining our wonderful and historic building."
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Matthew LaVigne, Kenmore Junior/Senior High Teacher
"Matt has been the Advisor for the Big Picture Class of 2025 for the past five years. Matt has built a culture of care and support within his Advisory."
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Alaya Hampton, Kenmore Junior/Senior High Student
"Slowly but surely, Alaya became the epitome of what our program represents. By the end of her junior year, she had gone from 5.5 credits to 14.5 credits and passed 3 of her Regents Exams, putting her back on track to graduate on time with her cohort, which is incredible to say the least."
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Department Recognitions
Each department identified one outstanding member of its staff to be celebrated for their work. These individuals also represent the incredible work that takes place behind the scenes that has a tremendous impact on our students.
