West Seneca Central School District
| West Seneca Central School District | |
|---|---|
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| Location | |
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Erie County West Seneca, New York United States | |
| District information | |
| Type | Public |
| Grades | K-12 |
| Established | 1946 |
| Superintendent | Mark Crawford |
| Schools | 9 |
| Students and staff | |
| Students | 7444 |
| Athletic conference | Section VI |
| Other information | |
| Assistant Superintendent - Curriculum and Instruction | Anne Botticelli |
| Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources | Patrick Phelan |
| Assistant Superintendent - Pupil Services | Brian Graham |
| Website | http://www.wscschools.org/ |
The West Seneca Central School District was centralized in 1946, is the third largest central school district in Western New York, and one of the largest school districts in New York State. It serves 25 square miles (65 km2), including a majority of the town of West Seneca, and portions of the towns of Cheektowaga, Orchard Park, and Hamburg.
As of 2015, the school has 5,437 students in 9 school buildings:
- 2,007 kindergarten - fourth/fifth grade students in five elementary schools
- 1,204 fifth/sixth grade - eighth grade students in two middle schools
- 2,805 ninth grade - twelfth grade students in two high schools
District
West Seneca's District Offices are located at 1397 Orchard Park Road. The current superintendent is Dr. Mark Crawford.
Current Administration
- Dr. Mark J. Crawford–Superintendent
- Ms. Anne Botticelli–Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
- Mr. Brian S. Graham–Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Services
- Dr. Patrick M. Phelan–Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
- Ms. Kristin Collins–Director of Special Education
- Mr. Vincent P. Dell'Oso–Director of Athletics
- Ms. Beth Johnson–Personnel Supervisor
- Ms. Janice Lewandowski–Financial and Computer Services Manager
- Off. Michael Rybak–School Resource Officer
- Mr. Brian Schulz–District Treasurer
Board of Education 2016-2017
- Kate Newton, President
- Gwendolyn A. Phillips, Vice President
- Edmund Bedient, Trustee
- Mary J. Busse, Trustee
- Janice E. Dalbo, Trustee
- Carol A. Jarcyzk, Trustee
- Dr. Lauren Nicholas, Trustee
District History
Selected Former Superintendents
Previous assignment and reason for departure denoted in parentheses
- Mr. Pierce McGrath
- Dr. Vincent J. Coppola–?-1994 (unknown, named Superintendent of the Corning-Painted Post Central School District[1])
- Mr. Merton L. Haynes [interim]–1994 (Interim Superintendent - Grand Island Central School District, named Interim Superintendent of Alden Central School District[1])
- Dr. Richard L. Sagar–1994-2001 (Superintendent - Beacon City School District,[1] fired[2])
- Mr. John F. Schleifer, Jr. [interim]–2001-2002 (Deputy Superintendent - West Seneca Central School District,[2] retired)
- Mr. James K. Brotz–2002-2007 (Principal - West Seneca West High School, retired[3])
- Ms. Jean M. Kovach–2007-2010 (Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction - West Seneca School District, retired[4])
2013-present
In 2013, the district underwent major changes. State funding to the district was cut much like all over New York State. District-wide enrollment dropped, and over 10% of the staff in the district left the payroll. The Alternative Learning Center was closed and students were sent back to either East or West High Schools. The start times and bell schedules of the middle and high schools were changed and moved to an earlier time to minimize transportation costs. Middle School grades were changed from previously 7-8 grade to 6-8 on the West side and 5-8 on the East side. East Elementary school which formerly shared a building with East Middle school was closed to accommodate the new grades in the middle school. The former K-4th graders at East El. were sent to nearby Clinton Street Elementary School or Northwood Elementary School and the former 5th and 6th graders at East El. moved to East Middle school.
Schools
At the high schools, over 10% of the students are enrolled in Advanced Placement Courses. The high schools offer National Academy Foundation diplomas in the courses of the Academy of Finance and the Academy of Information Technology. Over 80% of the graduates seek higher education opportunities. Looping through grade levels have been implemented in the elementary grades as well as middle school. A district-wide gifted and talented program exists at the intermediate and middle school levels.
Elementary schools
- Allendale Elementary School (Grades K-5)
- Clinton Street Elementary School (Grades K-4)
- Northwood Elementary School (Grades K-4)
- West Elementary School (Grades K-5)
- Winchester Elementary School (Grades K-5)
High schools
West Seneca East High School
| West Seneca East High School | |
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| Address | |
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4760 Seneca Street New York United States | |
| Information | |
| Motto | East Leads |
| Principal | Jonathan M. Cervoni |
| Color(s) | Green and Yellow |
| Team name | Trojans |
| Website | West Seneca East High School |
East Senior High School is located at 4760 Seneca Street and serves grades 9-12. The current principal is Dr. Jon Cervoni, and the current assistant principals are Ms. Mary Beth Sweeney and Mr. Jason Winnicki.
Selected former principals
Previous assignment and reason for departure denoted in parentheses
- Mr. Wesley Starkweather–?-1975
- Mr. Daniel P. Mazuchowski–1975-1991 (Vice Principal - West Seneca East High School, retired[5])
- Mrs. Renee F. Goshin–1991-2004 (unknown, retired)
- Mrs. Angela J. Lapaglia–2004-2011 (Assistant Principal - West Seneca East High School, retired[6])
West Seneca West High School
| West Seneca West High School | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
|
3330 Seneca Street New York United States | |
| Information | |
| Motto | Striving For Excllence |
| Principal | John S. Brinker |
| Color(s) | Blue and Yellow |
| Team name | Indians |
| Website | West Seneca West High School |
West Senior High School is located at 3330 Seneca Street and serves grades 9-12. The current principal is Mr. Jay Brinker, and the current assistant principals are Mrs. Ellen Stoeckert and Mrs. Dana McManus.
Closed schools
- East Elementary School (Grades K-6, closed June 2013)
- Potters Road Elementary School (Grades K-5, closed June 2015)
- Alternative Learning Center (Grades 9-12, closed June 2013)
Selected former principals
Previous assignment and reason for departure denoted in parentheses
- Mr. Thomas F. Daley
- Mr. John Schleifer–?-1991 (unknown, named Director of Secondary Education for West Seneca Central School District)
- Mr. James Brotz–1991-2002 (Assistant Principal - West Seneca West High School, named Superintendent of West Seneca Central School District)
- Mr. Kevin J. Eberle–2002-2004 (Assistant Principal - Lake Shore Central High School,[7] named Principal of Grover Cleveland High School[8])
- Mr. Jon T. MacSwan–2004-2011 (Assistant Principal - Williamsville East High School, named Superintendent of Cleveland Hill Union Free School District[9])
Academic Schedule
| Period Number | Beginning Bell | End Bell |
|---|---|---|
| Block 1 | 7:25 | 8:45 |
| Homeroom/Announcements | 8:45 | 8:50 |
| Block 2 | 8:55 | 10:15 |
| Block 3 | 10:20 | 12:12 |
| Block 4 | 12:17 | 12:37 |
Middle schools
East Middle School
| East Middle School | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
| 1445 Center Road | |
| Information | |
| Principal | Sharon M. Loughran |
| Grades | 5-8 |
| Website | East Middle School |
East Middle School serves grades 5-8 and is located at 1445 Center Road. The current principal is Mrs. Sharon Loughran and the current assistant is Mr. Ryan MacKellar.
Selected former principals
Previous assignment and reason for departure denoted in parentheses
- Mr. John H. Robson–1964-1967 (Administrative Intern - Kenmore-Town of Tonawanda Union Free School District, named Acting Assistant Superintendent of West Seneca Central School District)
- Ms. Monica L. Whitman–1998-2009 (Principal - Hamburg Middle School, resigned)
- Mr. James Klubek–2009-2010 (Assistant Principal - West Seneca East High School, named Principal of Silver Creek High School)
- Mr. Vincent Dell'Oso–2010-2013 (Principal - Lewiston-Porter Middle School, named Director of Athletics of West Seneca Central School District)
West Middle School
| West Middle School | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
| 395 Center Road | |
| Information | |
| Principal | Mr. David Kean |
| Grades | 6-8 |
| Website | West Middle School |
West Middle School is located at 395 Center Road, and serves grades 6-8. The current principal is Mr. David Kean, and the current assistant principal is Mr. Jason Marchiolli.
Selected former principals
Previous assignment and reason for departure denoted in parentheses
- Mr. Louis R. Donato–1972-1985 (Vice Principal - West Seneca West Junior High School, retired)
- Mr. Richard D. Caputi–?-1995 (Assistant Principal - West Seneca West Senior High School, retired)
- Mr. Ronald A. Wisher–1995-2006 (unknown, retired)
- Mr. Brian Graham–2006-2013 (Principal - Winchester Elementary School, named Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Services of West Seneca Central School District)
Bird's Eye Images
Elementary schools
- Allendale Elementary School
- Clinton Street Elementary School
- Northwood Elementary School
- West Elementary School
- Winchester Elementary School
Middle schools
High schools
References
- 1 2 3 McCarthy, M. (1994, August 16). W. SENECA SETTLES ON SCHOOLS CHIEF BOARD WILL APPOINT SUPERINTENDENT TONIGHT. The Buffalo News, p. SPLIT.
- 1 2 PIGNATARO, T. (2001, March 20). BOARD FIRES SUPERINTENDENT ON CHARGES OF MISCONDUCT. The Buffalo News, p. B1.
- ↑ O'Brien, B. (2007, December 26). Brotz quietly leaves his post as superintendent. The Buffalo News, p. B3.
- ↑ Pasiack, M. (2010, January 22). School chief to retire at summer's end. The Buffalo News, p. B3.
- ↑ DANIEL P. MAZUCHOWSKI DIES AT 64; RETIRED W. SENECA EAST - PRINCIPAL. (1999, July 11). The Buffalo News, p. B22.
- ↑ NEWS IN BRIEF. (2004, April 27). The Buffalo News, p. B3.
- ↑ PRINCIPAL HIRED FOR WEST SENECA WEST. (2002, June 5). The Buffalo News, p. B3.
- ↑ Simon, P. (2004, August 11). NEW PRINCIPALS TAKE OVER - CITY SCHOOLS WILL SEE 31 NEW ADMINISTRATORS. The Buffalo News, p. B1.
- ↑ MacSwan named Cleve-Hills new superintendent. (2011, August 11). West Seneca Sun. Retrieved September 17, 2014, from http://www.communitypapersofwny.com/news/856-MacSwan_named_Cleve-Hills_new_superintendent.html