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School Budget Vote 2025
Thank you so much to the Cheektowaga-Sloan community for approving our 2025-2026 budget at the budget vote on May 20, 2025. Please enjoy the below photo gallery from the day's events.
Their Courage, Our Commitment — Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony at JFK HS
John F. Kennedy High School honored alumnus Art Holakowski (Class of 1976) for his years of service to our country and our community at our annual Memorial Day Ceremony on May 21, 2025.
Honoring excellence
Our top three academic seniors celebrated at the annual S.A.R.D. recognition dinner for their outstanding achievements and dedication to learning. Congratulations to Ashton, Olivia, and Faith on receiving the coveted Crystal Bison Award!
Breaking Ground!
Work continues on our Capital Improvement Project!
Multicultural Night 2025
On April 30th Woodrow Wilson and Theodore Roosevelt hosted another great Multicultural Night. Families from our District and Community cultural organizations came and represented 13 different cultures. Families got to play games, make crafts, get Henna designs, and sample different ethnic food.
Treats for the SPCA
8th graders baked and delivered treats for animals at the local SPCA. Thank you to Mrs. Ostempowski and the students for your service!
🔥 Lighting the Torch of Excellence
Celebrating Our Newest National Honor Society Inductees 🎓🌟
Congratulations to our 2025 National Junior Honor Society inductees!
Students and families should be proud of this wonderful accomplishment!
New Scoreboard
The new scoreboard has been installed at the JFK multipurpose field!
ECASB Hodgson Russ Collaboration Award
We are excited to announce that the Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD has been awarded the ECASB Hodgson Russ Collaboration Award for our work with the Eric County Restorative Justice Coalition. This award will be presented to our district at a special ECASB dinner in June 2025.
Treasures From Trash
Students at Theodore Roosevelt have been busy creating some amazing projects in preparation for Earth Day!
TR Student Lighthouse Donation Drive
Thank you to all the Theodore Roosevelt students and their families who donated to the TR Student Lighthouse Donation Drive for the 10 Lives Cat Club at the Galleria Mall. On April 10th, the Student Lighthouse Team delivered over 100 items to the cat adoption shelter, which is also proudly supported by Buffalo Bills kicker Tyler Bass.
Principals Council
Students work with Mr. Farrell during Principal's Council to brainstorm new ideas for the middle school!
Leading with vision, inspiring with action! 💡✨
The Superintendent’s Council—dedicated to shaping the future of JFK, one decision at a time. #LeadershipInAction #StrongerTogether
Champions on and off the field! 🏆💡
Our student-athletes are leveling up their leadership game at the 2025 ECIC Student-Athlete Leadership Summit! #LeadersInAction #BeyondTheGame
JFK Café - Evening of the Arts
JFK MS celebrated its 3rd annual JFK Café - Evening of the Arts. Thank you to the staff, performers, and artists for making this event such a success, and thank you to our parents and families for your partnership
Major League Baseball Opening Day
Theodore Roosevelt students and staff celebrated MLB Opening Day by wearing their favorite team attire with the hope of warmer weather. First grade students in Miss Markiewicz's class brought the ballpark to them with various baseball themed learning activities, games, and popcorn and hotdogs to celebrate.
Exploring the future! 🎓✨
High school students engage with colleges, discover opportunities, and take the next step toward their dreams at the college fair. #FutureReady #CollegeBound"
Glenn Colton Visits TR!
Theodore Roosevelt School welcomed back Glenn Colton on Friday, March 21st for the concert of the century. He incorporated the 7 Habits while having a ton of fun with the students and staff.
Are you ready kids? Aye, Aye Captain!
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Spongebob SquarePants! JFK Drama did a fantastic job performing The Spongebob Musical. Congrats to the cast and crew!
New York State Champion!
Strikes, spares, and unstoppable talent—conquering the lanes with precision and passion! Congratulations to Ryan P. and Coach Bob on Ryan's NYS Championship!
Bring a Hero Night
Students at Woodrow Wilson got to write about and select an important person in their lives. More than 100 students brought their special someone to a dance at Woodrow Wilson this month. They got pictures taken, enjoyed some dancing, and even made friendship bracelets.
Buffalo Bandits Clinic at JFK Middle School
Middle school students participated in our Buffalo Bandits clinic. Players #18 Lukas Nielsen, #77 Zack Belter, and #95 Chase Fraser came to JFK and taught students the fundamentals of lacrosse. Students practiced scooping, passing, and shooting. Students even got some of their swag signed by the players!
2025 ECMEA All-County Festival
JFK Middle School students, OliviaZ. and Arianna M. represent JFK at the SSA NORTH FESTIVAL at Grand Island HS.
Technology is used to teach students to play the piano in music class!
6th graders engage in circles during their Kennedy Crew advisement
Superintendent's Conference Day
RtI teachers across the district attended a training with our Director of Data and Technology, Mr. Zybala.
Superintendent's Conference Day
Dr. Gliset Morales, an associate professor at Buffalo State University, gave a presentation to our faculty and staff titled "Refugee and Immigrant Students in Schools".
Superintendent's Conference Day
Teachers worked together on Educator Action Plans addressing the needs of refugee and immigrant families.
Superintendent's Conference Day
JFK HS faculty and staff attended a workshop about graduation requirements and our Early Warning System system.
Superintendent's Conference Day
The 3rd grade team working on our new math curriculum.
Author Celebration Night
TR students and families enjoyed an evening celebrating Jory John's Food Group books.
Restorative Practices
Student leaders at JFK High School participate in a Restorative Circle training.
Varsity Basketball Playoffs
JFK hosts Varsity Basketball playoff game in the Bear Cave. The atmosphere was electric, Go Bears!
National Write a Letter to the Elderly Day
For National Write a Letter to the Elderly Day this past week, Ms. McCann's grade 5 students wrote and decorated St. Patrick’s Day cards. The cards were sent to Elderwood Senior Care Facility in Cheektowaga. The facility was very excited and said the patients will be very excited to be receiving these cards!!!
Friendship Dance Party
The TR Student Lighthouse Team hosted a Friendship Dance Party on Friday, February 14th.
Cheektowaga Band Festival
The annual Cheektowaga Band Festival gives JFK band musicians the opportunity to work with a guest conductor and to collaborate with other local high school instrumentalists. Congratulations to our JFK Bears on an excellent performance at Cheektowaga Central High School. Enjoy these photos!
Tower Gardening at Theodore Roosevelt Elementary
TR students worked with Miss Kildal our new school social worker and Mr. Mochrie to harvest herbs and prepare the tower garden for some different plants for the Spring. The hope is to grow Bibb Lettuce, Peppers, Beans, Peas, and Dill.
Dental Health Awareness Month
TR students learned about the importance of dental health from Ms. Tracey Fest a dental hygienist from “The Smile Team” at University Pediatric Dental Associates. Each student also received toothpaste and floss to use at home to assist them with proper cleaning.
All smiles at the 2025 Winter Semi-Formal Dance!
Thank you to the Class of 2025 and their advisers for hosting a wonderful event for our students. Everyone had an excellent time!
Family First Dinner 2025
Enjoy these photos from our annual Family First Dinner. This year’s theme was “Teamwork Tailgate.” Students and families enjoyed a tailgate style dinner along with games, face painting, balloons, a pep rally and a restorative circle let by assistant superintendent, Mrs. Finn.
8th graders participate in the 2025 Winter Tech Wars competition!
Arts in Education 2025 Art Challenge
The Arts in Education 2025 Art Challenge was held at Villa Maria College on January 16, 2025. There were 233 students from 14 school districts in Western New York registered at the event. Pictured here are the JFK HS students who took part in the event. 9th grader Elijah S. (front center) was the winner for Best Use of Symbolism and Technique.
Go Bills!
Superintendent's Council
Superintendent Mrs. Galenski and High School Principal Mr. Julian were thrilled to host student leaders from grades 9-12 during their first Superintendent's Council meeting this year. High school students provide insight, feedback, and genuine praise for all that JFK High School has to offer. Great job students!
The Perfect Day to Read Outdoors
Lighthouse Students Teaching a Bullying Prevention Lesson
Delivering Hope
Assemblymember Monica Wallace received state funding for Delivering Hope from the local nonprofit, The Teacher's Desk. As a result of the strong partnership that Monica Wallace has with Superintendent Andrea Galenski and the Cheektowaga-Sloan School Dsitrict, she wanted to use some of the funds allocated to The Teacher's Desk to give free school supplies to Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson. Both schools received the deliveries yesterday and are beyond grateful for this beautiful gesture of kindness. Twelve shopping carts of supplies were delivered to each school and will be used throughout the year to support our students and teachers as they work hard to teach and learn each day.
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Educating the Whole Child by supporting academic, social and emotional growth—respecting and appreciating that all students are worthy of intellectual respect, that the life and mind of each child is precious, that together, we achieve more, and that differences should be valued and appreciated.
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Please see the attached document for the full schedule of June Regents Exams at JFK HS.
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It is important for us to communicate health information to all parents regarding Immunization Requirements and Physical Exams. We appreciate you taking the time to read the letter (attached below) and thank you for partnering with us as we work to ensure that we are in compliance with New York State requirements.
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The 2025-2026 Instructional Calendar was adopted by the Board of Education on April 29. 2025. The calendar can be accessed using the link below.
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We are excited to announce that the Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD has been awarded the ECASB Hodgson Russ Collaboration Award for our work with the Eric County Restorative Justice Coalition. This award will be presented to our district at a special ECASB dinner in June 2025.
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The Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District is proud to offer its Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program Full Day starting in the 2025-26 school year.
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Please read a letter posted here inviting you to our capital project groundbreaking ceremony.
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Please see these featured stories, highlighting some of the great things happening in the Cheektowaga-Sloan School District. Check back often for updates!
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On Tuesday, May 16, 2023, the Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District community voted 'YES' to accept the proposed $8,5000,000 Beautification and Athletic Facility Enhancement Capital Project. This Capital Project has no impact on the District's tax levy or tax rate.
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On April 30th Woodrow Wilson and Theodore Roosevelt hosted another great Multicultural Night. Families from our District and Community cultural organizations came and represented 13 different cultures. Families got to play games, make crafts, get Henna designs, and sample different ethnic food.
We are excited to announce that the Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD has been awarded the ECASB Hodgson Russ Collaboration Award for our work with the Eric County Restorative Justice Coalition. This award will be presented to our district at a special ECASB dinner in June 2025.
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The annual Cheektowaga Band Festival gives JFK band musicians the opportunity to work with a guest conductor and to collaborate with other local high school instrumentalists.