Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda UFSD
Our Vision: A community that creates dynamic learners who possess social awareness, confidence, and a belief in their power to succeed.
- Kenmore Town of Tonawanda UFSD
- 2025-26 Back-to-School Toolkit
2025-26 Back-to-School Toolkit

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School Supply Lists
Supply Lists for the 2025-2026 school year are listed here!
School Supply Lists:
Edison Elementary
Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade
Franklin Elementary
Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade
Holmes Elementary
Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, Miss Rajski, Mrs. Seymour, Ms. Caruana
Hoover Elementary
Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, Mrs. Donn, Mrs. Galante, Mrs. Morella
Lindbergh Elementary
Franklin Middle School
5th grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, Special Area, Special Ed & Self-Contained
Hoover Middle School
5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, Mr. Cole, Mrs. Rice, Ms. Bonda, Ms. Powers, Ms. Santa Maria, Team 9
Kenmore East High School
Kenmore West High School
Art, Business, English, FACS, Health, Math, Music, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies, Technology, World Languages
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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 2nd, 2025
UPK (Hamilton Elementary School):
- Supply Drop-Off: TBD
Edison Elementary School:
- Supply Drop-Off/Meet the Teacher: August 28th from 2-3 p.m.
- Open House: September 17th
Franklin Elementary School:
- Supply Drop-Off: August 28th from 5-7:30 p.m.
- Open House: August 28th from 5-7:30 p.m.
Holmes Elementary School:
- Supply Drop-Off: August 28th from 2-3 p.m.
- Open House: September 18th from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Hoover Elementary School:
- Supply Drop-Off/Meet the Teacher: August 28th from 2-3 p.m.
- Open House: September 24th at 5:30 p.m.
Lindbergh Elementary School:
- Supply Drop-Off: August 28th from 2-3 p.m.
- Open House: September 25th from 5:30- 7 p.m.
Franklin Middle School:
- Open House & Locker Move-In (All Grades): August 27th from 4-6 p.m.
- Gr. 5 Orientation: August 27th from 8-10 a.m.
Hoover Middle School:
- Locker Move-In (All Grades): August 27th from 4-6:30 p.m.
- Gr. 5 Orientation: August 27th from 8-10 a.m.
Kenmore East High School:
- Gr. 8 & New Student Orientation: August 26th from 6-8 p.m.
- Open House: September 11th from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Kenmore West High School:
- Gr. 8 Parent/Student Meet & Greet: August 26th at 6:30 p.m.
- Gr. 8 Orientation: August 28th from 7:45 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Meet the Teacher Night: September 17th from 6-8 p.m.
Kenmore Junior/Senior High School:
- Open House (Big Picture & Crossroads Academy): August 27th at 3:30 p.m.
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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 Junior/Senior High School
- Kenmore East High School
- Kenmore West 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).
- 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
- Big Picture Program
- Kenmore Junior/Senior High School
- Kenmore East High School
- Kenmore West High School
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New Bell-to-Bell Cell Phone BanBeginning in September 2025, students will no longer be able to use smartphones, smart watches, and other personal internet-enabled devices during the school day. This is a new requirement for school districts across New York State. More details regarding Ken-Ton's policy and procedures will be shared with families soon.New Start & End Times for Middle/High Schools:
In order to enhance safety and security in buildings, changes are being made to middle/high school start and end times beginning this September. The following chart demonstrates what is changing:
Middle School & Kenmore Junior/Senior High
- New Official Start Time: 7:49 (changed from 8:10)
- Students begin arriving at approximately 7:35
- New Official End Time: 2:30 (changed from 2:51)
- Buses depart at approximately 2:37
High School:
- New Official Start Time: 8:19 (changed from 7:40)
- Students begin arriving at approximately 8:02
- New Official End Time: 3:00 (changed from 2:21)
- Buses depart at approximately 3:06
(There will be no changes for elementary schools)
New District Website to Launch in Late-July
After nearly 20 years, the Ken-Ton School District is transitioning to a brand new website during the summer which will be powered by a different provider called Finalsite. This is necessitated by FinalSite’s 2022 acquisition of Blackboard and the company’s decision to phase out Blackboard’s Web Community Manager (formerly SchoolWires), which the district has used since the mid-2000s. The new website will provide new accessibility features, new navigation options, and an enhanced design/layout. Click here for more information.Daily OpenGate Screenings in Middle & High Schools:Thanks to the new start/end times being implemented in middle and high schools, daily OpenGate screenings will be able to be implemented in middle and high schools as part of the morning arrival process in order to create an added layer of safety/security in schools. Thank you to our students, families, and staff for your cooperation as we have worked toward this goal for the past two years!New Reporting System for Safety Concerns & Threats:The Ken-Ton School District has partnered with Sandy Hook Promise to provide an easy way for students, parents, and community members to anonymously report safety concerns such as potential threats, suspicious activity, bullying, and mental health concerns. Through the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System, anyone can submit a tip at any time of the day using:
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A mobile app (available through the Google Play and Apple Store)
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A telephone hotline (844-572-9669)
Click here for more information.
You can now get an up-to-date estimated time of arrival for your child’s bus with the My Ride K-12 service. This tool shows up-to-date bus arrival times in the morning and afternoon and allows the Transportation Department to send personalized updates directly to you. Click here for more information. (Bus information is expected to be posted to Parent Portal and mailed home the week of August 25th).Don't Forget Your Children's Chromebooks:Make sure your child brings his/her fully charged device to school every day, including the first day of school. Returning Gr. 9 students will be issued new Chromebooks and chargers shortly after the start of the school year. These students must have both their Chromebook and charger in order to receive their new device. Click here for information on how to obtain a replacement item.Breakfast & Lunch is FREE for All Students:We are extremely excited to announce that all Ken-Ton School District students in Gr. K-12 will once again receive free breakfast and lunch meals. No action is needed on the part of families. We need our families to complete the CEP Income Verification Form which is sent home at the beginning of the school year, which assists districts in qualifying for millions of dollars in funding each 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: Coming soon!
- Elementary Schools: Coming soon!
- Franklin & Hoover Middle School: Mid-August
- Kenmore East High School: Coming soon!
- Kenmore West High School: Coming soon!
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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 on our Maps page.
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What are the 2025-26 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.
- Elementary Schools: 9:05-3:20 (early release time: 12:40)
- Middle Schools: 7:49-2:30 (early release time: 11:20)
- Kenmore Junior/Senior High: 7:49-2:30
- High Schools: 8:19-3:00 (early release time: 12:00)
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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 and My Ride K-12. 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 take advantage of free breakfast and lunch?
For students in Gr. K-12, no action is needed in order to receive free breakfast/lunch each day. Although students will automatically be eligible to receive free meals, it is important to note that families will be asked to complete food service paperwork in the fall. Completing the form ensures individual eligibility for certain state and federal programs as well as additional school funding, so it is extremely important for all families to return it. You can expect to receive additional information in September.
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When and how will I receive bus pick-up/drop-off information?
Bus information is expected to be mailed and posted to Parent Portal beginning the week of August 25th. There may be changes to your child's bus information, so families are strongly encouraged to check Parent Portal prior to the start of school on September 2nd. Email ICPortal@ktufsd.org for assistance. For a link to Parent Portal and information on how to sign up and access your account, please visit www.ktufsd.org/ParentPortal
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How do I sign up for My Ride K-12 (bus tracking)?
Visit myridek12.tylerapp.com download the My Ride K-12 app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. You’ll need your child’s nine-digit student ID and birthdate to create an account. You can add your child now, but bus information will appear once routes are finalized. Visit www.ktufsd.org/MyRideK12 for more information.
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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-Kindergarten or Kindergarten for the 2024-25 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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What should I do if I don't have my child's Chromebook or charger?
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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 in August.
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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/or jstockman@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
- Kenmore Junior/Senior High School: 874-5403