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Students enjoy cooking in their FACS class!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Students enjoyed a Thanksgiving celebration with their classmates and teachers!
NJHS Food Drive
National Junior Honor Society students organize our Thanksgiving Food Drive.
In PE classes, students enjoy flag football on the new turf!
Students enjoy their soccer unit on our new turf field!
Cheektowaga Extramural Volleyball Tournament
On November 5th, JFK students participated in the first annual Cheektowaga Extramural volleyball tournament!
Superintendent's Conference Day
Faculty members were introduced to the upcoming Portrait of a Graduate graduation requirements and participated in an engaging workshop on Explicit Instruction, led by renowned educational practitioner Angie Hanlon.
Dia de Los Muertos
Students make sugar skulls for Dia de Los Muertos during Spanish class!
6th graders enjoy team-building activities and reading with Gracie!
Bills Spirit Day
JFK students love to cheer on the hometown team!
Board of Education Recognition Night
Students and staff from each of our schools came to the Board of Education meeting on October 21, 2025 to show their appreciation for all that the school board does for our schools and students. Thank you BOE!
Students build rockets during technology class
Students launch their rockets during technology class
The modified cross country team concluded their Fall season
Great job to all runners, and thank you to Coach Thomas!
7th grade students love cooking in FACS!
Our first grade 6-8 intramurals were a success!
Students and staff love to represent on our spirit days
New Turf Field
Middle school students love using the turf field for PE classes!
Old Person Spirit Day
Students love dressing up on spirit day!
Students and staff dress up for Disney Day at JFK
What a night to remember!
We celebrated the grand opening of our brand-new turf field and concession stand with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a halftime light show featuring our varsity cheerleaders, which lit up the night sky. Our Bears went on to claim victory (28-6) over the Saint Mary Lancers under the lights!
Team Building
6th grade students team build during their Science class.
The New JFK Multipurpose Field
The JFK Multipurpose Field is near complete and will be ready for our ribbon cutting ceremony on September 12, 2025. Please use teh button below to visit our Capital Project webpage and see how fcar we have come.
New Scoreboard
Our new scoreboard at JFK is complete and looks great! Click the button below to view more photos and videos of the progress on our capital project.
Concession Stand Signage
Signage was installed on the new concession stand this week. Use the button below to view our Capital Project webpage and see the progress as it has unfolded.
Welcome Back Students!
We were so excited to welcome our JFK Middle School students back to school on Thursday September 4, 2025.
New Teacher Orientation
Cheektowaga-Sloan welcomed new faculty and staff at our New Teacher Orientation held August 21-22.
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.
Closing the First Week of School
JFK MS students close out week one with teambuilding activities such as reverse charades, hallway tic tac toe, and hidden pictures partner drawing!
JFK Middle School's Mission Statement
About Us
Recognizing the uniqueness of young adolescents, we, the faculty, staff, students, parents, and community members of John F. Kennedy Middle School, are committed to providing an environment that promotes and fosters academic success and the personal development of each individual.
News & Events
Latest News
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John F. Kennedy Middle School Present the Annual Winter Concert on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 7:00pm. We hope you can join us for performances by:
- 6/7/8 Band
- 6/7/8 Chorus
- Select Chorus
- Faculty Ensemble
![Holiday Spirit Week]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764863642/sloanschoolsorg/x8py455ho32czmmmfbny/HolidaySpiritWeekIcon.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764863642/sloanschoolsorg/x8py455ho32czmmmfbny/HolidaySpiritWeekIcon.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764863642/sloanschoolsorg/x8py455ho32czmmmfbny/HolidaySpiritWeekIcon.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764863642/sloanschoolsorg/x8py455ho32czmmmfbny/HolidaySpiritWeekIcon.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764863642/sloanschoolsorg/x8py455ho32czmmmfbny/HolidaySpiritWeekIcon.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1764863642/sloanschoolsorg/x8py455ho32czmmmfbny/HolidaySpiritWeekIcon.jpg","width":2200}])
Holiday Spirit Week will be December 15-19, 2025. Please see the attached flyer to see how you can join the fun by showing your holiday spirit.
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Please click the button below to view the schedule for Winter Sports Picture Day.
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JFK Drama Club proudly presents our 65th annual Spring Musical - Mame! Please see the flyer attached below for details and audition dates.
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Sign ups are now open for the Winter Sport season at JFK. Please read the letter from our Athletic Director, Mr. Snyder, attached below for details.
![School Physicals and Immunization Requirements for 2025-2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746808781/sloanschoolsorg/ej5octv2cstf9vm8nkvr/nursepublicdomain.jpg","width":232}])
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.
![2025-2026 Instructional Calendar]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746025115/sloanschoolsorg/bgaj9opbestjo0dtzhyz/calendar-icon-lg.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746025115/sloanschoolsorg/bgaj9opbestjo0dtzhyz/calendar-icon-lg.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746025115/sloanschoolsorg/bgaj9opbestjo0dtzhyz/calendar-icon-lg.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746025115/sloanschoolsorg/bgaj9opbestjo0dtzhyz/calendar-icon-lg.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746025115/sloanschoolsorg/bgaj9opbestjo0dtzhyz/calendar-icon-lg.png","width":1280}]){kind=icon}
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.
![ECASB Hodgson Russ Collaboration Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744400545/sloanschoolsorg/dajogtxlhktxmcq5rxdj/unnamed1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744400545/sloanschoolsorg/dajogtxlhktxmcq5rxdj/unnamed1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744400545/sloanschoolsorg/dajogtxlhktxmcq5rxdj/unnamed1.png","width":800}])
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.
Upcoming Events
JFK MS Showcase
Here you will find some of the great things happening at JFK MS! Check back often for updates!
![Capital Improvement & Beautification Projects]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1757527734/sloanschoolsorg/fcnz4xixylarl1c4q2tv/OverviewPicturecopy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1757527734/sloanschoolsorg/fcnz4xixylarl1c4q2tv/OverviewPicturecopy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1757527734/sloanschoolsorg/fcnz4xixylarl1c4q2tv/OverviewPicturecopy.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757527734/sloanschoolsorg/fcnz4xixylarl1c4q2tv/OverviewPicturecopy.jpg","width":1200}])
Work on our most recent Capital Improvement and Beautification projects have been completed - and we could not be more pleased with the results! Please click the link below to learn more about this exciting project and to see pictures and videos from throughout the process.
![JFK Field Ribbon Cutting Ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1757094772/sloanschoolsorg/w3zl6mnhfolsdjo264ee/Nightfieldcopy.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1757094772/sloanschoolsorg/w3zl6mnhfolsdjo264ee/Nightfieldcopy.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757094772/sloanschoolsorg/w3zl6mnhfolsdjo264ee/Nightfieldcopy.png","width":611}])
What a night to remember! We celebrated the grand opening of our brand-new turf field and concession stand with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a halftime light show featuring our varsity cheerleaders, which lit up the night sky. Our Bears went on to claim victory (28-6) over the Saint Mary Lancers under the lights!
![The "Hidden Gem" of Cheektowaga]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738248715/sloanschoolsorg/wbkkjs1pjxeqi30nximl/Diamond.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738248715/sloanschoolsorg/wbkkjs1pjxeqi30nximl/Diamond.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1738248715/sloanschoolsorg/wbkkjs1pjxeqi30nximl/Diamond.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738248715/sloanschoolsorg/wbkkjs1pjxeqi30nximl/Diamond.png","width":919}])
Discover why we are known as Cheektowaga's best kept secret.
Click HERE to uncover what makes us the "Hidden Gem" everyone is talking about.
![Welcome to our NEW website!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1738851240/sloanschoolsorg/zko1wz4zhyjcpzqo3kin/WebsiteScreenshot.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1738851240/sloanschoolsorg/zko1wz4zhyjcpzqo3kin/WebsiteScreenshot.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1738851240/sloanschoolsorg/zko1wz4zhyjcpzqo3kin/WebsiteScreenshot.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1738851240/sloanschoolsorg/zko1wz4zhyjcpzqo3kin/WebsiteScreenshot.jpg","width":860}])
We are excited for the rollout of our NEW website! Please see the information here for an overview of the new cheektowagasloan.org.
![JFK Middle School Bear Wear Store]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726253159/sloanschoolsorg/ajlvn7cefx2a1czvcpnr/AdWorksJFKMS.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726253159/sloanschoolsorg/ajlvn7cefx2a1czvcpnr/AdWorksJFKMS.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726253159/sloanschoolsorg/ajlvn7cefx2a1czvcpnr/AdWorksJFKMS.png","width":600}])
The Bear Wear Store is the place you can visit for all your JFK MS merchandise. There are a wide variety of products available. Click HERE to visit the store NOW!