Education
North Tonawanda
City School District
176 Walck Road, North Tonawanda
716-807-3500 | ntschools.org
The North Tonawanda City School District is a unique and progressive small city school district in New York State. With a close to 50% poverty rate, we are always looking for ways to involve parents and students and make the schools a true extension of their home. Our high school offers several academy choices to guide students into career paths and offer college credits while still in high school. We have the academies of business and finance, international studies, engineering and architecture, and information technology. We are a one-to-one iPad for K-12.
Students who qualify for special education programs and related services are evaluated to determine how their needs can best be met. Our district offers the continuum of special education programs. Related services include speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy and psychological counseling. We also contract through our BOCES for vision and hearing services as needed for our students.
Our music department has been described as “a lighthouse program” for other districts to strive for. We have many opportunities for children to show their talents in a wide range of programs. The vast athletic offerings have students exercising their bodies as well as brains. We are a district rich in tradition and enjoy a healthy competition with our sister school district, Tonawanda. The annual T-NT matchup in all sports is a highlight for both communities.
Tonawanda City School District
100 Hinds Street, Tonawanda
716-694-7784 | tonawandacsd.org
The Tonawanda City School District, home of the Warriors, continues to achieve excellence and meet high community expectations. Warrior Pride is alive and well in this exceptional small city school district in Erie County of New York State, nestled near the Niagara River.
Our comprehensive school district offers something for every student to learn, explore, experience, and strive to achieve. Our district offers robust curricular programming in all content areas including Advanced Placement courses, innovative electives, college credit courses, and opportunities for students to explore career and technical education programs. Our innovation STEAM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Math) program, implemented in grade K-12, boasts tremendous educational opportunities for students. It has been recognized as an exemplar program in the region and State.
Our district is focused on literacy. The success of a student is most largely dependent on their ability to fluently read, comprehend through reading, and apply knowledge from learning. Our specialized staff and programming continue to drive our efforts to ensure that every student is a proficient reader at each grade level.
Tonawanda City School District has a changing demographic canvas. We recognize and embrace the needs of our students, families, and community. We have instituted numerous supports and resources to better aid and recognize our community needs in a holistic manner.
Cardinal O’Hara High School
39 O’Hara Road, Tonawanda
716-695-2600 | cardinalohara.com
Cardinal O'Hara High School is a co-ed, college preparatory school located in Tonawanda, NY. In the spirit of St. Francis, the mission of Cardinal O’Hara High School is to provide a holistic Catholic-Christian environment that addresses the uniqueness of the individual in a total community of learners. Our commitment to academic excellence helps each student grow intellectually, socially and spiritually so that each may realize his or her full potential. Cardinal O’Hara respects the individuality of each student. Trust, openness and acceptance provide an atmosphere where true education can take place.
Catholic Academy of Niagara Falls
1055 N Military Road, Niagara Falls
716-283-1455 | catholicacademyofniagarafalls.com
Catholic Academy of Niagara Falls is a community of administrators, teachers, staff, and families dedicated to providing a faith-based education. We teach the whole child, and all faiths are welcome. Our students succeed not only academically and spiritually, but have opportunities to excel athletically and socially, too. Every day we encourage our students to try a little harder than the day before, help their classmates and gain a greater awareness of the community outside the school.
We are at the front of 21st Century education. All students use a Chromebook and are trained in GSuite and Google Classroom. Our classrooms are all equipped with interactive panels that enhance teaching and student engagement. In addition to teaching the core subject areas, we also teach Engineering as we are a STREAM school. We are currently designing our own Maker Space to use for Engineering classes.
Catholic Academy of Niagara Falls is conveniently located on North Military Road. You can get to our school easily from River Road or Niagara Falls Blvd. Tuition assistance is available, and we are more affordable than you may think! Call 716-283-1455 today to inquire or set up a tour and join our Catholic Academy family!
Lewiston-Porter
Central School District
4061 Creek Road, Youngstown, NY
716-286-7266 | lew-port.com
Paul J. Casseri, Superintendent of Schools
The Lewiston-Porter Central School District is comprised of four schools located on one sprawling campus greenway. The home of the Lancers, the District lies immediately north of the City of Niagara Falls and encompasses approximately 54 square miles in northern Niagara County, on the shores of Lake Ontario and bordering on the Niagara River. Centralized in 1947, the District is contained in the towns of Lewiston and Porter.
At Lewiston-Porter OUR MISSION is One Purpose. Your Pathway. Our Promise.
OUR VISION is Our PURPOSE is to ensure that when students leave Lewiston-Porter they will be ready to face the world with confidence in themselves and what they can contribute. While students are here they will be challenged to grow along their PATHWAY and discover their personal best because we PROMISE to give them our best.
St. Francis of Assisi Early Childhood Center
70 Adam Street, Tonawanda
716-692-7886 | stfrancistonawanda.org
St. Francis of Assisi Parish Early Childhood Center, a New York State Office of Children and Family Services licensed program provides an educational experience in a caring Christian environment for 3 and 4 year olds. The program, which allows children to transition from home to school, is designed to provide experiences that meet children’s needs in their spiritual, physical, social, emotional and cognitive development. The children receive age appropriate lessons in reading, writing and math. Art, Physical education and Library time are included to round out the program. We have several programs at our center. We have a Pre –K 3 with the option of a 5 day or 3 day session with a full day or half day option. We also have a Pre -K 4 that is 5 days a week, full day. It is a City of Tonawanda School District approved Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) site as well. Children in UPK may also register in the ECC program for the remainder of the school day. Tuition will be charged for the extra hours.
Niagara Charter School
2077 Lockport Road,
Niagara Falls
716-297-4520
niagaracharterschool.org
Niagara Charter School is a free kindergarten through 6th grade public school and is the only charter school located in Niagara County. As a Leader In Me school, Niagara Charter School helps all students build leadership skills and life skills. Partnered with EL Education, there is a focus on high quality work and character development. Niagara Charter School offers an extended school day and afterschool programs. For more information visit our website: www.niagaracharterschool.org.
New Life Christian School
80 Luksin Drive, Tonawanda
716-694-0071 | nlcswny.com
In a world where education has become synonymous with large class sizes and overwhelming pressures, there exists a hidden gem of learning that offers an alternative approach. Welcome to New Life Christian School, a small private Christian school nestled in the heart of Tonawanda since 1983, where students from grades K-12 are encouraged to achieve their highest potential and to become morally and socially responsible individuals. We have found over the years that students who may have been overwhelmed by a traditional educational setting have really prospered at our school. NLCS’s small stature allows our staff to really get to know our students and families on an individual basis. When students feel understood they can achieve their full potential. Our comprehensive primary school curriculum is rounded out with plenty of individual attention and lots of active participation. NLCS’s high school program offers a path to a New York State Regents Diploma. For a tour of our school or more information please call or email.
St. Christopher Catholic School
2660 Niagara Falls Boulevard, Tonawanda
716-693-5604 | saintchrisschool.org
Established in 1955, St. Christopher School is a top-rated Roman Catholic diocesan co-educational school for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. We focus on a well-rounded, holistic approach to education that forms the whole child. St. Christopher School enjoys a distinguished academic record, and we strive to continuously build on that tradition of excellence. Through this strong academic foundation, coupled with an emphasis on spiritual development, leadership, and responsibility, we provide our students with a unique balance of faith, academic rigor, and service to the community.
The Niagara Falls City School District
630 66th Street,
Niagara Falls | 716-286-4190
nfschools.net
The Niagara Falls City School District (NFCSD) consists of 7,000 students and is one of the largest school districts in Western New York. Our slogan has long been, “Learning for all, whatever it takes,” depicting our passion to personalize learning for each student. Within the last few years, we have added the statement that we educate Niagara Falls’ children “from cradle to career.” The District serves infants and toddlers through the Early Head Start Program. Then the children may move on to the Head Start Program for three- and four-year-olds or attend the District’s Universal Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 classes. From Pre-K, our students continue their education at one of our five Kindergarten through grade six elementary schools, or they attend our Sister School – one school divided into two grade groups (Pre-K – 2 and grades 3 through 6) and located on separate campuses. Our middle schools, Gaskill Preparatory School and LaSalle Preparatory School, guide NFCSD students through grades seven and eight, emphasizing STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) and the arts. Finally, it’s off to Niagara Falls High School with its strong regular curriculum program and a significant career exploration emphasis. Every student engages in the high school’s Post-Secondary Success Program (PS2), which helps with preparing college and scholarship applications and provides job shadowing and internships, and also job training and certifications through our trades program. From cradle to career, our students leave the District prepared for life after graduation from Niagara Falls High School.
St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute
845 Kenmore Avenue, Buffalo
716-874-4024 | sjci.com
St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute is an independent college preparatory school for young men in grades 9-12. Our mission is to transform the lives of students from diverse backgrounds through academic excellence and care for the whole person in a respectful, Lasallian Catholic community, developing each student’s unique talents in preparation for college and life.
St. Peter RC School
140 N Sixth Street, Lewiston
716-754-4470 | stpeterrc.org
St Peter RC School is an outstanding PreK3-Grade 8 school nestled in the heart of the Lewiston community. For over 70 years, this Christ-filled learning institution has provided academic excellence and spiritual guidance for children and families in Niagara County.
Our students are exposed to all core academics as well as an intensive exposure to STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics).
SPS provides opportunities for ongoing challenging experiences both within the classroom and outside of the school day through a host of sports, both instructional and competitive, and many extra-curricular activities, such as Student Council, Drama Club and Robotics. A before and after school care program is available for families where extended care is needed.
Check us out at www.stpeterrc.org, or call for a tour at (716)754-4470. Enrollment is ongoing and we welcome the opportunity to show you our great school!
