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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Support the 38th Annual Jerry Starr Ken-Ton Schools' SleepOut
The 38th Annual Jerry Starr Ken-Ton Schools' Sleepout will take place Friday, February 7th. All donations will go to the Ken-Ton Family Support Center and Ken-Ton Closet. Learn how you can support the SleepOut at www.ktufsd.org/sleepout.
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Kindergarten & Universal Pre-Kindergarten Registration Information
Now is the time for families to register for Kindergarten programs! We are delighted to welcome the newest members of our learning community to our schools.
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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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Kenmore West Theatre Students Perform at NYSTEA Conference
Several Kenmore West High School theatre students had a tremendous showing at the recent NYS Theatre Education Association (NYSTEA) Conference held January 10-12 in Callicoon, N.Y.
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Ken-Ton Musicians to Perform at Winter Youth Jazz Festival
On January 31st, several music students from Kenmore East and Kenmore West will be participating in the Winter Youth Jazz Festival, held at SUNY Buffalo State.
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Ken-Ton Elementary Librarians Gifted "Kindness Suitcases"
Earlier this month, the Holocaust Education Resource Organization (HERO) met with administrators and Ken-Ton elementary librarians to train them in the use of their newest initiative, The Kindness Suitcase.
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Kenmore East to Host 38th Jerry Starr Ken-Ton Schools SleepOut
The 38th Annual Jerry Starr Ken-Ton Schools' Sleepout will take place Friday, February 7th. This year, the event will be at Kenmore East High School. Learn how you can support the SleepOut at www.ktufsd.org/sleepout.
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Weekly Spotlight: Hoover Middle Cafeteria Monitor John Ferraina
Throughout the school year, we're recognizing outstanding students, teachers, and support staff across our district. This week, we recognize Hoover Middle School cafeteria monitor John "Vito" Ferraina.
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8 Kenmore West Students Qualify for NYS DECA Competition
The Kenmore West High School DECA chapter led by business teacher and advisor Nicholas Warchocki had an outstanding showing at the recent DECA Regionals competition.
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Weekly Spotlight: Kenmore East Student Aiden O'Malley
Throughout the school year, we're recognizing outstanding students, teachers, and support staff across our district. This week, we recognize Kenmore East student Aiden O'Malley.
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Register Your Child for Kindergarten Today!
Now is the time for families to register for Kindergarten programs! We are delighted to welcome the newest members of our learning community to our schools.
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Ken-Ton Schools Give Back During 2024 Holiday Season
Our Ken-Ton students & staff give back to our local community throughout the entire year, but during the holiday season, our school family goes above and beyond with kindness and generosity.
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Weekly Spotlight: Kenmore Jr/Sr High School Teacher Daniel Litz
Throughout the school year, we're recognizing outstanding students, teachers, and support staff across our district. This week, we recognize two individuals including Kenmore Junior/Senior High School teacher Daniel Litz.
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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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Susan Walker, Holmes Elementary School Teacher Aide
"Sue is always so positive and you can always count on her for a smile and a warm hello in the classroom."
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Angela Ziegler, Holmes Elementary School Teacher
"Angela holds herself, her colleagues, and her students to high expectations while also making learning and teaching fun."
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Kayden Bass, Holmes Elementary School Student
"He is always doing his work to the best of his ability. He consistently follows classroom and school rules and is always looking for ways to help others."
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Dawn Smyth, Lindbergh Elementary School Clerk Typist
" Dawn works tirelessly to support teachers and students in the building. Her care for the students is unlike no other."
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Mindy Albanesi, Lindbergh Elementary School Counselor
"She has built great relationships and trust with the students so they are comfortable to go to her when they have a problem."
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Luca Dentico, Lindbergh Elementary School Student
"He is a kind friend, an extremely hard-working student, and a confident young man eager to challenge himself with new things, such as being the lead in the school musical."
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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.
