Principal's Message
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Dear JFK High School Families:
Please take a moment to read the following updates and view some photos from our school. Many ‘Live Links’ are embedded throughout the message, so please click on those for more information. As always, feel free to contact us with any questions.
Sincerely,
Mr. Julian 🐻
Important Dates:
4/7: HS PTO Meeting
4/10: HS/MS Spring Sports Picture Day
4/11: 3rd Quarter Ends. Report Cards available online on/about 4/24
4/14 - 4/21: SPRING RECESS - All Schools Closed 🌸🐝🪻
4/22: Welcome Back! School Resumes (E Day)
4/22-5/2: JR/SR PROM TICKETS ON SALE!
4/26: Class of ‘26 & ‘27 Bottle & Can Drive 10:00 am - 1:00 PM @JFK HS
4/29: BOE Regular Meeting @ WW Elemen. 6:30 PM
4/29-5/1: Class Elections, Details TBA
4/30: National Honor Society (NHS) Induction Ceremony 7:00 PM
5/1: College Commitment Day at the HS! (aka College Sweatshirt Day)👕
5/7: HS Spring Concert 7:30 pm (note time change) 🎶
5/5-5/14: AP EXAMS See Schedule Here: AP EXAM CALENDAR
5/16: Darien Lake Music Festival 🎢
5/20: District Budget Vote, Art Show, and Music Concert 🎨🎼☑️
5/22-5/24: Senior Trip to Cedar Point in Sandusky, OH
6/11: REGENTS EXAM - GEOMETRY (ADMINISTERED DURING REGULAR SCHOOL DAY) -- DETAILS TBA
6/12: Class of 2025 Graduation Rehearsal followed by Cap & Gown Parade 🧑🎓
6/13: Senior Breakfast, Class Day Awards Assembly, Jr/Sr Prom 👗🤵
6/19: No School/ No Exams in observance of Juneteenth
6/27: Graduation Ceremony @6 PM 🎓; Details TBA
Congrats to the Cast & Crew of The Spongebob Musical! It was a fantastic show!
25-Week Progress Reports 📝
Third-quarter progress reports are now available on the eSchool student/parent portal. Please take a moment to review your child’s progress and contact their teachers or counselors with any questions or concerns.
Pawsitively Awesome! Congrats to our first three JFK Bear Paw Honors!
Celebrating Our Outstanding Bears! 🐾
A huge congratulations to Md., Adelena, and Elijah for earning our very first JFK Bear Paws! 🎉
👏 Md. and Adelena took home first place in the prestigious Tech Wars competition, showcasing their incredible skills and innovation. 🎨 Elijah was recognized for the best use of symbolism at the recent Art Challenge hosted at Villa Maria College—what an amazing achievement!
Additionally, National Honor Society Members spent (2) Saturdays in March volunteering with Habitat for Humanity. This group of students will also volunteer for the Buffalo Niagara Waterkeepers clean-up day on April 26th!
Way to go, Bears! Keep making us proud! 🐻💙
Academic Update ☑️
*The end of the 3rd Quarter is almost here! The 3rd Quarter ends Friday, April 11th and report cards will be mailed to homes on/about Wednesday, April 23rd. Check the eSchool parent/student portal as early as Wednesday, April 23rd for grade reports.
*June 2025 Regents Exams begin Wednesday, June 11 with Geometry (regular school day for all students), followed by a traditional exam week Tuesday, June 17th through Wednesday, June 25th. A detailed Regents & Local Exam schedule will be sent to families and posted on our website soon.
JFK Varsity Basketball hosts a home playoff game at the Bear Cave! (Feb ‘25)
🌍 Celebrating Earth Day 2025! 🌿
Get ready to go green! The Environmental Club is excited to celebrate Earth Day on April 22 and Earth Week from April 22-25 with fun and meaningful activities during Advisement.
Students can take part in a carbon footprint activity to learn how everyday choices impact the planet and discover ways to live more sustainably. Plus, don’t miss out on an exciting Earth Week scavenger hunt!
Join us as we celebrate our planet and take action for a greener future! 🌎♻️
National Honor Society Induction 🎓
Here at JFK HS, we are looking forward to this year’s National Honor Society Induction Ceremony. This year’s ceremony will be held on Wednesday, April 30th beginning at 7 PM in the Greenauer Auditorium. Students who have been selected for NHS will receive a letter in the mail from the faculty council with all of the important details and information. The formal induction will be hosted by NHS Advisor Mrs. Damico, and will feature remarks by Mr. Julian. There will also be plenty of time for sincere congratulations, photographs with students and families, and light refreshments served by the District. Best of luck to all NHS applicants during the selection process!
COMING SOON: Friday Night Lights in Fall ‘25!
Exciting Updates: New Football Field & Concession Stand Underway!
We’re thrilled to announce that construction has officially begun on our new football turf field and concession stand as part of our capital project! 🚧🏈
This exciting upgrade will provide our students, athletes, and community with top-quality facilities to enjoy for years to come. Breaking ground marks the first step in bringing this vision to life, and we can’t wait to see the progress unfold.
Thank you for your continued support—stay tuned for updates as we move forward!
From the starting line to the finish—nothing but heart!
JFK’s new Varsity Indoor Track team was a HUGE success!
Winter Athletics Highlights!
In sports news, our Senior Michael M. broke the all-time scoring record for JFK basketball, a feat that took him (4) years at the Varsity level to achieve! In bowling, Senior Olivia R. and Junior Ryan P. competed at the State Championships in Syracuse this past weekend. Olivia and her all-star teammates placed 2nd while Ryan and his all-star teammates are State Champions with a total pin count of 6,570 pins, 35 pins ahead of second place!
Strikin’ up wins and knockin’ down pins!
JFK Varsity Bowling, Another EXCELLENT Season!
Rolling to Victory! 🏆🎯 Ryan P. rolls an excellent finish to claim the New York State championship title!
New York State Champion Ryan P. pictured with Coach Bob S. Well done!
Senior Olivia R. poses with Coach Scott S. Great job Olivia!
Olivia has been ranked the 9th best Girls’ Varsity bowler in New York State!
Fearless, focused, and fun! Our JFK Girls’ Varsity Basketball Team had an awesome season!
Spring Sports in Full Swing 🥎👟🏈⚾🧢
Spring sports season is in full swing at JFK! Softball, baseball, and track & field are diligently practicing in preparation for competitive action. Our coaches and student-athletes are looking forward to their respective seasons and embracing all the ups and downs that come from the joy of sport. See link to team schedules here: JFK BEARS TEAM SCHEDULES GO BEARS! 🐻
Class of ‘25 Seniors Represent at the Winter Semi-Formal Dance!
CSUFSD Budget Hearing and Budget Vote ☑️
*As a reminder, the annual CSUFSD Budget Hearing will take place on Tuesday, May 13th at 7:00 PM at Theodore Roosevelt Cafetorium. This meeting is open to the public.
*We are so excited for this year’s Budget Vote which will be held on Tuesday, May 20th! We will once again host the District-wide Art Show, musical performances, & food and treats for families! All are welcomed and invited to JFK High School for this amazing event. Stay tuned for more details and information for families in the days ahead!
Course Selection 2025-2026 📊
Please remember, schedule changes cannot be made past June 30, 2025. It is very important to speak with your child(ren) to ensure they select appropriate courses for next year. I encourage you to view our updated Course Guidebook on our website. Here’s a live link: JFK Course Guidebook. As always, please contact your child’s counselor or the main office with questions. Course selection sheets were mailed to homes for parent/guardian reference.
A Reminder for a Positive School Environment
As the weather improves and we move into the second half of the year, we ask for your support in reminding students to follow school rules, including attending class on time, using respectful language, and adhering to the dress code. Your partnership helps create a safe and positive environment for everyone. Mr. Conrad and I recently hosted assemblies to reinforce these expectations. Thank you for your support!
Homework now, greatness later! 🎓 #FutureInTheMaking
The Bookstore Gives Back!
The Bears’ Nook School Bookstore is making a difference in the classroom! Through its generous support, the bookstore recently purchased several dry-erase board tables for students to use during lessons. These interactive tables provide a hands-on way for students to collaborate, brainstorm, and solve problems in real time. By reinvesting in our school, The Bears’ Nook continues to enhance the learning experience for everyone. Thank you to The Bears’ Nook for giving back and supporting student success! 🐻📚
Looking Ahead… 🗓️
We’re excited about everything April, May, and June have in store! From spring sports and awards assemblies to year-end activities and final exams, we’re here to support our students as we approach the final stretch of the 2024-2025 school year.
We encourage students and families to visit our website regularly for updates, schedules, and newsletters with important information. We’ll also send out text updates and schedules to keep everyone informed. Stay tuned for more in the days ahead!
As always, thank you for reading. Go Bears!
Sincerely,
Mr. Julian
- HS