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ECASB Hodgson Russ Collaboration Award
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. 

Be Your Own Hero
Be Your Own Hero

Exploring trades, chasing dreams, and unlocking the future! 🦸‍♂️📚 #BeYourOwnHeroFieldTrip

Be Your Own Hero
Be Your Own Hero

Exploring trades, chasing dreams, and unlocking the future! 🦸‍♂️📚 #BeYourOwnHeroFieldTrip

Youth Leadership Summit
Youth Leadership Summit

Students enjoyed the Youth Leadership Summit! 👊📈 #LeadByExample

Erie 1 BOCES Fashion Show
Erie 1 BOCES Fashion Show

Congrats to Cheyenne Rocking the Runway at the Erie 1 Boces Fashion Show! 🖤📚✨ #CampusCouture

Leading with vision, inspiring with action!
Leading with vision, inspiring with action! 💡✨

The Superintendent’s Council—dedicated to shaping the future of JFK, one decision at a time. #LeadershipInAction #StrongerTogether

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Champions on and off the field!
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

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Exploring the future!
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"

Are you ready kids? Aye, Aye Captain!
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!

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Strikes, spares, and unstoppable talent—conquering the lanes with precision and passion! Congratulations to Ryan P. and Coach Bob on Ryan's NYS Championship!%22
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!

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Badminton Tournament
Badminton Tournament

JFK HS held a Badminton Tournament on March 13, 2025.

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Spring Volleyball Tournament
JFK High School Student Volleyball Tournament

JFK High School Varsity "K" Club sponsored a Student Volleyball Tournament on March 12, 2025. 

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Restorative Practices
Restorative Practices

Student leaders at JFK High School participate in a Restorative Circle training.

Varsity Basketball Playoffs
Varsity Basketball Playoffs

JFK hosts Varsity Basketball playoff game in the Bear Cave. The atmosphere was electric, Go Bears!

Counselors and administrators work together for student success!
Counselors and administrators work together for student success!
Cheektowaga Band Festival
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!

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Winter Pep Rally @ JFK HS
Winter Pep Rally @ JFK HS

Students and staff had an amazing time at the 2025 Winter Sports Pep Rally! Enjoy this photobook showcasing our school spirit and pride in our Black & Gold colors!

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Varsity Basketball Senior Night
Varsity Basketball Senior Night

Congrats to our JFK Varsity Boys' Basketball on a successful Senior Night! Thanks to our JFK alumni for attending the game!

Faculty Ceramics Workshop
Faculty Ceramics Workshop

Please enjoy these photos of our teachers and administrators getting creative by participating in a Faculty Ceramics Workshop. Can't wait to see the finished products!

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All smiles at the 2025 Winter Semi-Formal Dance!
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!

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Arts in Education 2025 Art Challenge
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. 

AIE 2025 Art Challenge
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 Kydalin and Max from JFK HS working on their Art Challenge. 

Bills Day Contest Winners
Go Bills!

Congratulations to our Bills Day Contest Winners!

NCCC Tech Wars 2025
NCCC Tech Wars 2025

Niagara County Community College held their annual Tech Ward competition on January 8, 2025. JFK High School students competed in the small bridge competition, VEX Robotics, C02 dragster racing, mousetrap cars and more!

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Happy Holidays to Cheektowaga-Sloan!
Happy Holidays to Cheektowaga-Sloan!

Santa and one of his elves stopped by JFK Middle and High School to spread Holiday cheer!

Holiday Door Decorating Contest
Holiday Door Decorating Contest

We hope you enjoy some of the top performers from this year's High School Holiday Door Decorating Contest! Students and staff will cast their votes for their favorite door to crown this year's winner! Happy Holidays from JFK!

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JFK HS Winter Concert
JFK HS Winter Concert

"The JFK High School Music Department was proud to present this year's Winter Concert which featured our Faculty Ensemble.  Our Superintendent Mrs. Galenski played flute alongside Mr. Murray, Mrs. Schieder, Mr. Prutsman, and Ms. Izzo. Bravo!"

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Scenes from JFK Drama Club's Fall '24 production, The Dining Room.
Scenes from JFK Drama Club's Fall '24 production, The Dining Room.

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All smiles at the Honor Roll Breakfast!
All smiles at the Honor Roll Breakfast!

On Friday, November 22nd over 100 students in grades 9-12 were celebrated for achieving an 89.5% or higher overall unweighted average during the 1st Marking Period.  A big THANK YOU to Mrs. Greene and her staff for cooking and serving all of the wonderful food to our amazing students!

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Superintendent's Council
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!

An Evening of Song
An Evening of Song

Members of John F Kennedy HS Concert Choir with special guests from John F Kennedy Band and former members of Chorus

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BOE Appreciation Night
BOE Appreciation Night

 

On Tuesday, October 15th students and staff from Cheektowaga Sloan showed their appreciation to the Board of Education at the Annual Board Appreciation Night.

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Homecoming Bonfire
Homecoming Bonfire

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Powderpuff Game
Powderpuff Game

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Homecoming Pep Rally @ JFK HS
Homecoming Pep Rally @ JFK HS

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Quizmaster for Website
Quizmaster George Visits JFK HS

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Students from JFK Middle and High School took part in the 2025 Niagara County Community College (NCCC) Tech Wars competition on January 8, 2025. Students competed in a number of events, including the small bridge competition, VEX Robotics, C02 dragster racing, mousetrap cars and more!

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