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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Ken-Ton to Celebrate Julie Roth Neville at Jan. 18 KE/KW Doubleheader
This Friday, Jan. 18, the Ken-Ton community will celebrate the late Julie Roth Neville at Kenmore West High School during the Kenmore East vs. Kenmore West basketball doubleheader.
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Nominations Sought for Kenmore West Hall of Fame
The Kenmore West High School Athletic Hall of Fame Selection Committee is accepting nominations for the Induction Class of 2019. Individuals may be nominated in three categories: Athlete, Coach/Administrator, and Honorary.
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Kindergarten & Pre-Kindergarten Registration Begins in January
Registration for Kindergarten and Universal Pre-Kindergarten in the Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda UFSD will begin in January.
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Parent Engagement & Technology the Focus of Winning Innovation Contest Proposal
Kenmore West High School art teacher David Rogalski's proposal for a technology coach for parents was chosen as the winner in the first-ever Ken-Ton School District Innovation Contest.
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Introducing Ken-Ton Forward
Created by a dedicated team of stakeholders, the district's new 2018-2023 Strategic Plan, entitled "Ken-Ton Forward," represents a significant shift in the vision and governing philosophy of Ken-Ton Schools. Learn more about it here.
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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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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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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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After 13 Seasons, Kenmore Lacrosse Now Officially a District Sport
After more than a decade operating as a club team, the Kenmore DevilDogs lacrosse program is now officially a Ken-Ton School District sport.
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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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Pre-Engineering Program Earns NYS 'Model Program' Status
New York State has recognized the exceptional quality of the Kenmore East and Kenmore West Pre-Engineering Academy by naming it a Model CTE Program.
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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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Ken-Ton Welcomes New Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
The Ken-Ton School District is pleased to welcome Jeffery Richards as the new Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources.
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School & Department Annual Reports
Schools and departments in the Ken-Ton School District each provide an annual report which will be available for everyone to read. You can find the 2017-18 annual reports here.
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Ken-Ton Welcomes New Administrators
The Ken-Ton School District is excited to welcome several new administrators for the 2018-19 school year.
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Ken-Ton Celebrates Julie Roth Neville at Jan. 18 KE/KW Doubleheader
This Friday, Jan. 18, the Ken-Ton community will celebrate the life of Julie Roth Neville at Kenmore West High School during the Kenmore East vs. Kenmore West basketball doubleheader.
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Special Education Parent/Teacher Organization Will Meet Tuesday, Jan. 22
The Ken-Ton Special Education Parent Teacher Organization will meet this Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. at 1016 Niagara Falls Blvd.
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December Activities at Holmes Elementary School
During the month of December, Holmes Elementary students enjoyed trying new green vegetables, meeting two Canisius College Division I athletes, and a holiday sing-along.
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Photography Exhibit to Feature 2 Ken-Ton Art Teachers, Kenmore East Students
On Jan. 13, Buffalo's Artspace Gallery will celebrate the opening of a new photography exhibit featuring work by 12 artists including two Ken-Ton art teachers, as well as work by Kenmore East students.
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Holiday Happenings at Lindbergh Elementary
Leading up to winter recess, Lindbergh Elementary students enjoyed a holiday concert by the Kenmore West High School Band, a holiday sing-along with a special performance by the teachers and staff, and cookie decorating.
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Country Star Jessie Chris Visits Franklin Middle
Jessie Chris, a country music star who was named a Billboard Artist to Watch in 2018, visited Franklin Middle School in December for a performance and inspirational anti-bullying message.
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Hoover Middle Students Donate 100+ Mittens to Ken-Ton Closet
During the holiday season, students of Penny DePasquale and Dawn Wilkinson at Hoover Middle School collected mittens to donate to the Ken-Ton Closet.
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Nominations Sought for Kenmore West Hall of Fame
The Kenmore West High School Athletic Hall of Fame Selection Committee is accepting nominations for the Induction Class of 2019. Individuals may be nominated in three categories: Athlete, Coach/Administrator, and Honorary.
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Edison Elementary Students Enjoy Special Holiday Experience
Students at Edison Elementary School were treated to a very special holiday experience complete with a visit from Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus.
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Franklin Middle Students Raise Money for VA Hospital
During the week of December 10, nearly 100 students from Franklin Middle School raised $700 for the VA Hospital by selling candy canes.
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Dawn Hawthorn, Hoover Elementary School Teacher
"Working with Mrs. Hawthorn is an absolute joy. We all highly admire her kindness, attention, and devotion to each individual student."
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Harme Hawramy, Hoover Elementary School Support Staff
"Harme is exceptionally wonderful and compassionate when working with our ELL student population. She is understanding of their cultural, linguistic, social, and academic needs."
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Taylor Paluch, Hoover Elementary School Student
"Taylor can always be counted on to set the right example for her classmates. She is always willing to help other students and is eager to learn each day."
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James Keleher & Matthew Chimera, Big Picture Program Founders
"Jim and Matt saw the potential for our students that needed a non-traditional environment and helped create a culture of learning and caring for each individual student."
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Nancy Cliff, School Nurse
"Nancy is the School Nurse at the Kenmore Middle School Building and has made great efforts to get to know and help the Big Picture students."
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Madison Martin, Big Picture Program Student
"She has achieved success in her academic classes, explored her passions through her independent projects, started an internship at a local motorcycle shop, and has been a leader in her Advisory."
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Kim Roll, Food Service Director
Kim Roll, Ken-Ton School District food service director, was recognized for winning statewide recognition as the recipient of this year’s New York School Nutrition Association’s Outstanding Director of the Year Award.
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Michele Melligan, Franklin Elementary School Counselor
"She engages in constant professional communication, is willing to provide guidance and tips, and goes out of her way to make sure daily needs are being met."
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Patricia Annis, Franklin Elementary School Monitor
"The staff appreciate that she’s reliable and always willing to provide a hand. She has strong organizational skills, and works hard to make sure tasks are being completed on time."
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Mason Mullins, Franklin Elementary School Student
"He shows nothing but respect towards his peers and the adults in the building. He always has a positive attitude and greets others with a smile."
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Deb Lavell, Franklin Middle School Teacher Aide
"She has worked tirelessly as a highly-effective and influential classroom aide who has served the students of Franklin Middle School and Franklin Elementary School for the past 23 years."
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Anna Weinert, Franklin Middle School Student
"While her academic achievements are beyond impressive, it is her positive demeanor and character that sets her apart. She is kind, respectful, and always willing to help others."
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Denise Grandits, Franklin Middle School Teacher
"She demonstrates a belief in her students to accomplish extraordinary tasks and encourages them to achieve even beyond what they believe they can achieve."
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Jack Blanch, Kenmore East High School Teacher
"Those who know him best see him as a gentle leader buried within a hardened exterior -- the consummate “tough, but fair” educator that students appreciate more and more as they grow through his class."
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Lynn Pettapiece, Kenmore East High School Support Staff
"Lynn epitomizes the ideal of customer service and she goes to great lengths to helps students, staff members, and community members in every facet of her job."
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Jessica Fink, Kenmore East High School Student
"Jessica is kind-hearted and is always willing to help another student if they are struggling."
