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
- Kenmore Town of Tonawanda UFSD
- 2022-23 Back-to-School Toolkit
2022-23 Back-to-School Toolkit
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School Supply Lists
Click here to access individual grade level and classroom supply lists
School Supply Lists:
Kenmore East High School:
- Gr. 8 Supply Lists
- Gr. 9 Supply Lists
- (Gr. 10-12 supply lists will be provided by teachers the first day of school)
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Events & Important Dates
School supply drop-off, orientation, and locker move-in dates
Events & Important Dates:
First Day of School: Tuesday, September 6th, 2022
Edison Elementary School:
- Supply Drop-Off: 2-3 p.m. Thursday, September 1st
Franklin Elementary School:
- Supply Drop-Off: 2-3 p.m. Thursday, September 1st
Holmes Elementary School:
- Supply Drop-Off: 2-3 p.m. Thursday, September 1st
Hoover Elementary School:
- Supply Drop-Off: 2-3 p.m. Thursday, September 1st
Lindbergh Elementary School:
- Supply Drop-Off: 2-3 p.m. Thursday, September 1st
Franklin Middle School:
- Locker Move-In (All Grades): 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, August 31st
- Gr. 5 Orientation: 8-10 a.m. Thursday, September 1st
Hoover Middle School:
- Locker Move-In (All Grades): 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, August 31st
- Gr. 5 Orientation: 8-10 a.m. Thursday, September 1st
Kenmore East High School:
- Gr. 8 & New Student Orientation: 6 p.m. Wednesday, August 31st
Kenmore West High School:
- Gr. 8 Parent/Student Meet & Greet: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 30th
- Gr. 8 Orientation: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, September 1st
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Online Calendars
Website calendars and Google calendars for the district and each schools
Online Calendars:
Website Calendars:
- Ken-Ton School District
- Edison Elementary School
- Franklin Elementary School
- Holmes Elementary School
- Hoover Elementary School
- Lindbergh Elementary School
- Franklin Middle School
- Hoover Middle School
- Kenmore East High School
Google Calendars:
Note: Because Google does not support the ability to create events without a specified end time, all events without a specified end time are marked as all-day events (with the event start time specified in the event title, if one is provided).
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Important Documents:
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How to Access Parent Portal:Visit www.ktufsd.org/ParentPortal to access Parent Portal or to find information on how to set up your account:Please Complete the Digital Access Survey:Do you have WiFi connectivity in your home? Do you have access to a computer or a tablet device in your home? Please complete this 1-minute questionnaire by September 5th (if you haven't done so already). Thank you!
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Important Announcements:
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Bus Information Will Be Mailed on Aug. 29th; Families Should Check Portal
Please note that bus letters will be mailed on Aug. 29th with information regarding bus stop and pick-up/drop-off times. Bus information will also be available on Parent Portal beginning Aug. 31st. Parents should plan to check the Portal before Sept. 6th.
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NYSDOH Releases School Guidance for 2022-23 School Year
On August 22nd, the NYS Department of Health released guidance for the 2022-23 school year that aligns to CDC guidance released August 11th.
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What You Need to Know as Free Lunch Program Ends
A federal program, which made breakfast and lunch free for all students, is scheduled to expire prior to the start of the 2022-23 school year.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
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When will families find out their child's teacher or receive their schedule?
- Universal Pre-Kindergarten: Teacher placement information is expected to be shared in mid-August
- Elementary Schools: Teacher placement letters will be mailed the week of August 8th
- Franklin Middle School: Schedules will be posted in mid-August
- Hoover Middle School: Schedules will be mailed to families in mid-August
- Kenmore East High School: Schedules will be available for viewing in late August
- Kenmore West High School: Schedules will be available for viewing in late August
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Where are crossing guards located?
A map detailing crossing guard locations in the Village of Kenmore and Town of Tonawanda has been posted here: Crossing Guard Locations. Please note one change that goes into effect this year: the crossing at Delaware Avenue and Glencove has been moved to Delaware Avenue and Sheridan Drive.
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What are the 2022-23 start/end times and early release times?
Please note that student schedules and specific arrival/dismissal times vary by school. Please refer to your child's schedule or correspondence from your child's school regarding building-specific and grade-specific arrival/dismissal information. For students who receive bus transportation, bus letters will be made available in late August and will include your child's school bus number and pick-up/drop-off time.
- Kenmore East High School: 7:38-2:20
- Kenmore West High School: 7:40-2:22
- Franklin Middle School: 8:10-2:51 (Early Release Time: 12:00 p.m.)
- Hoover Middle School: 8:10-2:51 (Early Release Time: 12:00 p.m.)
- Elementary Schools: 9:05-3:20 (Early Release Time: 12:40 p.m.)
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How do I find my child's Student ID Number, and what do I need it for?
You will need your child’s 9-digit student ID number to sign up for MySchoolBucks (breakfast/lunch pre-payment) and My Stop (school bus tracking). You can find the student ID number on any of your child’s past report cards. If you have a Parent Portal account, you can view past report cards there. If you have trouble finding your student ID number, you can also contact your child’s school.
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How do I sign up for free/reduced-price breakfast and lunch?
A federal program which made breakfast/lunch free for all students is scheduled to expire prior to the start of the 2022-23 school year, which means those who are not eligible for free/reduced-price lunch will need to pay for their meals unless they attend a school designated through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program. The schools eligible for the CEP program are Franklin Elementary, Holmes Elementary, Hoover Elementary, Franklin Middle, and Hoover Middle. At these locations, breakfast/lunch is free for all students. At non-CEP schools, lunch prices are $2.25 for elementary and middle school students (Grades K-7) and $2.50 for high school students (Grades 8-12). Full-price breakfast is $1.50 for all grades. Please submit a free/reduced application if you believe you qualify for free/reduced-price lunch.
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When will I receive bus pick-up/drop-off information?
Bus letters will be mailed on August 29th with information regarding bus stop and pick-up/drop-off times. Bus information will also be available on Parent Portal beginning August 31st. There may be changes to your child's bus information after August 29th, so the most up-to-date information will be found on Parent Portal. Parents are strongly encouraged to check Parent Portal prior to the start of school on September 6th. For a link to Parent Portal and information on how to sign up, please visit www.ktufsd.org/ParentPortal
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How do I sign up for My Stop Bus Tracking?
Parents/guardians may sign up for My Stop, which will allow them to securely view the location of their child’s school bus in real time and the estimated time of arrival at the bus stop. The tool is available both as a mobile and web-based app using GPS devices installed on all Ken-Ton School District buses. Visit the My Stop page at www.ktufsd.org/mystop for more information. You will need your child's 9-digit student ID number to sign up for My Stop. You can find the student ID number on any of your child’s past report cards. If you have a Parent Portal account, you can view past report cards there. If you have trouble finding your student ID number, you can also contact your child’s school.
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What are the mileage eligibility limits?
The following students are eligible for bus transportation: Elementary school students (Grades K-4) who live 0.5 miles or more from school, middle school students (Grades 5-7) who live 0.75 miles or more from school, and high school students (Grades 8-12) who live 1.0 miles or more from school.
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How can I register my child for school?
If you are a resident of the Ken-Ton School District and wish to register your child(ren) for Universal Pre-Kindergaren or Kindergarten for the 2022-23 school year, or if you have moved into the district or within the district and need to enroll your child(ren) in Ken-Ton Schools, please visit the Central Registration website at www.ktufsd.org/registration for comprehensive information regarding registering your student.
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How can I create a Parent Portal Account?
You can access your child's report cards and track their academic progress through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal, which you can access on a computer, tablet, or smart phone. You can find the link to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal at www.ktufsd.org/ParentPortal. On this page, you will also find instructions on how to access the Portal app on a mobile device, how to update your household/contact information, how to find your child's report card, how to request an activation key, and more. If you do not have a Campus Parent Portal account, please email ICportal@ktufsd.org.
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How can I sign up for voice, email and text notifications?
Parents and guardians can receive notifications such as school cancellations and informational alerts via ShoutPoint through the Infinite Campus student management system which is also linked to families’ Parent Portal accounts. Parents who have a Parent Portal account can click here for information about updating their contact preferences in Parent Portal. Parents who do not have a Parent Portal account can email icportal@ktufsd.org to update their student/family contact preferences or to be sure that your most up-to-date information is on file.
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How can I find out about arrival/dismissal procedures, schedules, etc.?
Schools will send home information regarding schedules, arrival/dismissal times and procedures, etc. during the summer.
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Where can I find the school/district calendar?
The District Calendar booklet with detailed school activity/event information will be mailed to families in mid-to-late August and posted to this page. Links to website and Google calendars can be found at www.ktufsd.org/calendar.
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Where can I find menus and nutrition information?
For breakfast and lunch menus, nutrition information, pre-payment options (MySchoolBucks), and more, visit the Food Service website at www.ktufsd.org/nutrition. You will need your child's 9-digit student ID number to sign up for MySchoolBucks. You can find the student ID number on any of your child’s past report cards. If you have a Parent Portal account, you can view past report cards there. If you have trouble finding your student ID number, you can also contact your child’s school.
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When will I receive Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) information?
School placement letters identifying the room number and classroom time have already been sent. Teacher placement information is expected to be shared in mid-August. Information regarding parking and drop-off/pick-up procedures will be sent the week of August 8th.
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I have a question that is not answered on this page. Who can I contact?
If you have a question and can't find the information here, email pfanelli@ktufsd.org and we will get you an answer! You can also contact your child's school or the relevant department:
- Transportation Department: 874-8611
- Food Service: 874-8400
- Edison Elementary School: 874-8416
- Franklin Elementary School: 874-8415
- Holmes Elementary School: 874-8423
- Hoover Elementary School: 874-8414
- Lindbergh Elementary School: 874-8410
- Franklin Middle School: 874-8404
- Hoover Middle School: 874-8405
- Kenmore East High School: 874-8402
- Kenmore West High School: 874-8401