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The Schools Of Buffalo

An incomplete gallery of schools in Buffalo.

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Bennett High School	Boys Vocational High School	Burgard High School	East High School
Emerson Vocational High School	Fosdick-Masten Vocational High School	Grover Cleveland HS	Hutchinson-Central Technical High School
Kensington High School	Lafayette High School	McKinley High School	Riverside High School

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Christine (r) v.		11-Jun-2009 19:45
Where is PS #21, How about a photo.its has been torn down, but it was part of North Buffalo.I grad. in '62,we had the largest class and 5 sets of twins,(I'm one of the). Went on to Riverside HS and grad in '66.(grad with 9 sets of twins)Had the greatest football team back in '62-66. Go Frontiers.(#21 was at 1000 Hertel ave, I know work on the site of 1000 Hertel Ave- I came my full circle.)

nick		07-Jun-2009 16:00
Does anyone remember the Scools PS #1 and #71 on the Lower West Side? I would love to sse any building or class photos from th mid 60s to mid 70s! nick (Buffalo Soldier in Sutton,NH)

Earnest Nation		28-May-2009 19:42
What happened to Ps #87 latter known as Clinton Junior High School? It was on Clinton St near Pine. I spent 3 wonderful years there. Also I don't see PS # 15

Susan Stevens Calverley		19-May-2009 20:37
I attended PS #9 on Bailey, near Doat Street. That picture is not listed? What happened to it?

Guest		31-Mar-2009 07:23
I attended public school #37 on Carlton. I know they renamed it. Can't remember the name though. I graduated in 1973. Sheila Bryant email..sslbryant@hotmail.com

Roger Swan		10-Feb-2009 17:27
There are two more elementay schools that are missing. May have been demolished or converted before these historical school photos were taken?? In the very early 1940's I attended school PS 48 which was located on Edna Pl. between Masten Ave. and Michigan Ave. The other school was PS 39 which was located on High St. about 2-3 blocks West from where High St. intersected Genessee St.

James LaPorte		24-Jan-2009 21:28
What ever happened to PS#52...It was on Grant st. I also attended PS#56

Linda		18-Jan-2009 06:02
No one has mentioned School 59....I only went to Kindergarten there...and then went on to St. Mary Magdalene....but I would love to see a picture of it. I seem to remember it being on Glenwood Avenue..off of Fillmore

Kristen		10-Nov-2008 20:24
I attended Campus North. PS #63 and I just recently took a drive by to show my children where Mommy went to school. It is no longer open which is sad, but just seeing the building helps the memories flood back - Dancing in Mrs. Roseanne Giganti's ballroom classes, doing plays and drama with Frank Cecala- not to mention that his English classes are what inspired me t be an English teacher myself!!

Guest		07-Oct-2008 03:52
To: James LaPorte, Did you know Jack Turlington, Ernie McGregor, Steve Adamczyk, Jimmy Winger... Please Contact me Donald R Turlington. 910-525-5152 or dontigger@embarqmail.com Thanks. Jack ( Richard) is my Uncle living in Alenandria, Lousiana

Stephanie B		03-Oct-2008 17:24
Hi, I'm Stephanie Bucholtz. I Attend at Riverside Hoghschool. It's a Pretty Natural School. Well...Now it's being "Re-modeled" on my Last year. SENIORS!! 09" Haha. But yeah it's cool, I love the people here, some of the better Teachers lefted to #51 Black Rock Academy. That is also my old school. Haha, Well yeah it's cool.

Jen		03-Oct-2008 01:13
Wow...I didn't know Mr. Cecala was still teaching! He was one of my favorite teachers at Campus North (#63)...what private school is he teaching at???

Quinn		23-Jul-2008 00:48
MARY MANTELLI- If you didn't know.. I graduated from Mr. Cecala's 8th grade this year. What a small world! He now teaches private school. He always has many stories of school 22. Did he still only use a binder back then? -Quinn ( qrhaggerty94@yahoo.com )

Sally		13-Jul-2008 15:10
Looking for 1962 8th grade small, History Book "Queen City, or City of Good Neighbors" used when attending PS #82 ("Easton, Weston, All around Town, Scool 82 is the best school around!)

Guest		06-Jul-2008 21:33
iam patricia muscato baez. Gee, I went to st, marys business school 65-67. What memories. I would LOVE a yearbook, anyone know where i can buy one?

Mary (DiGesare) Mantelli		02-Jul-2008 23:43
I attended PS # 22 from 1965 - 1974. What a great school. Mr. Frank Cecala, the middle school English teacher there, taught us so much about the English language that I never learned another thing in high school or college that he hadn't already taught me. He is the reason that I am a teacher today. My old school is one that has since been converted to apartments, but I still drive by from time to time if I am in Buffalo visiting family. This is a great site - brought back many wonderful memories.

jackieh		04-Jun-2008 16:05
i attended PS 65 on skillen street in the 50'5-60's, why isn't it on here, is it gone?

jackieh		04-Jun-2008 14:48
What ever happened to a picture of PS 65 on skillen street in black rock? That is my old PS, is it still around?

Guest		27-May-2008 19:31
HI- YOU FORGOT SCHOOL #82, EASTON AVENUE!

burkeyboy		10-May-2008 03:18
To James LaPorte, PS 52 (Grant/Bird Sts.) was torn down in 1980/81, a year before I was due to graduate. I still miss that school. A post office is at that location now. Any pics from anyone would be greatly appreciated.

Patricia Herr Winter		29-Mar-2008 12:23
I attended School 48 on Edna Place. I wish I had a picture of it. My husband Louis attended Burgard. We thank you for this site!

Guest		18-Mar-2008 17:06
I went to school 66 during the seventies. It was truly a neighborhood school...lots of great memories. In responding to a previous comment, the principal's name was Mr. Fairlie, and Mrs. Beck as the assistant principal. Before Mr. Fairlie, it was Mrs. Ballard.

K. (Krygier) T.		14-Mar-2008 16:02
K.(Krygier) T. 19-Feb-2008 18:11 Me, my three older brothers, my younger sister, our dad, and my two uncles all went to School 44 (or, "Lincoln"). I went there K-8, 1976-1985. We lived a block away on Peck St. We played in the concrete playground in the back. I belonged to the Ranger Rick club that planted the little tree near the door on the right. Bells supermarket was across the street. We moved away from the neighborhood in 1988.

Alan		13-Mar-2008 18:19
I neglected to leave my email addr...benderfox@yahoo.com. I went to PS 19 from 1965-66. My K teacher was Ms Kruhm and my 1st grade teacher was Miss Fontaine. We moved to Riverside and I went to PS 60, teachers...2nd-Miss Alt, 3rd-Mrs Woods, 4th-Dr. Mart, 5th-Miss Boblak, 6th-Miss Otis. I know this is a long shot, but if these names are recognizable and you attended 1966-71, feel free to contact me. I have lost all my class pics and would like help in replacing them. My name is Alan and I lived on Gallatin Ave. It would be nice to share fond memories. Thank you...benderfox@yahoo.com.

Alan		12-Mar-2008 18:18
I went to PS 19 from 1965-66. My K teacher was Ms Kruhm and my 1st grade teacher was Miss Fontaine. We moved to Riverside and I went to PS 60, teachers...2nd-Miss Alt, 3rd-Mrs Woods, 4th-Dr. Mart, 5th-Miss Boblak, 6th-Miss Otis. I know this is a long shot, but if these names are recognizable and you attended 1966-71, feel free to contact me. I have lost all my class pics and would like help in replacing them. My name is Alan and I lived on Gallatin Ave. It would be nice to share memories. Thank you.

James LaPorte		26-Feb-2008 20:28
What ever happened to ps# 52. The school was located on Grant st. Any pictures?

Guest		18-Jan-2008 12:47
Not good having a picture of Canisius HS and omitting the rival better school St. Joe's !! (St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute on Kenmore Ave)

varick		08-Jan-2008 15:44
Why would you not have a picture of one of the oldest girls schools in the U.S.? Buffalo Seminary Est. 1851, which is what the 20th Century Club was built for the women alums of this Alma Mater. The story of Buffalo Seminary began in 1851 when a group of philanthropic citizens established an all-girls school that ranged from kindergarten through the first two years of college. The school, then called The Buffalo Female Academy, was located in Johnson Cottage near the corner of Delaware Avenue and Johnson Park. In 1889, the school changed its name to Buffalo Seminary and its curriculum was structured to meet the requirements of Smith, Vassar, Wellesley, and other leading colleges for women. Ten years later, Sem began offering courses limited to grades 9 through 12.

Evelyn Roach (Wimmer)		01-Jan-2008 21:55
I am the only one that wonders what happened to PS 65? I lived on Albemarle in Riverside & left in the late 40's. Would love to hear from anyone that I knew - would have to identify themselves in the subject line or if I don't recognize you, I won't read. I think PS65 was on Skillen in Riverside. Thanks for the pictures - I love reminiscing & miss Buffalo, but couldn't take the cold anymore.

David F. Quagliana		11-Dec-2007 01:15
It is nice to see school 68 that was at the end of my street - I grew up on Westminster Avenue - and of course the high school I graduated from - Seneca Vocational. I was on the stage crew at Seneca for 3 years, which helped my get the Electrician - Sound man job at Memorial Auditorium. Three cheers for the Buffalo Public Schools.

Guest		12-Nov-2007 00:18
Don't forget all the parochial(sp?)elementary/ parish schools and SJCI, St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute which used to be on Main St (then became Bishol Fallon) and is now out in Kenmore.

George T. Apfel		07-Oct-2007 02:41
I went to PS #81 in Kindergarden and PS #21 in 1962-63. My brother John Apfel graduated in 1963 from PS #21- Ronnie, he was in your class. I still vividly remember the principal- Mr. Harry P. Green!

Mary lou Flanagan		05-Oct-2007 22:19
This is a great site but could you please add The Buffalo Seminary 207 Bidwell Parkway, Buffalo NY 14422

Guest		20-Sep-2007 00:47
Hey I love the collection. But can you add Leonardo Da Vinci on Porter & Performing Arts on Masten.

Guest		31-Aug-2007 17:41
Hi, I am Judy Jones Middleton and I want to thank you for taking me on a journey that will never be forgotten. Born and raised in Buffalo I will always be proud and will always remember where I came from. So many memories rush back, so many wonderful experiences, so many great people. Ahhhhhh, to go back, just once again.

Donald Gordon		31-Aug-2007 14:49
I went to P.S. 16, Delaware Ave., K -8th grade. Graduated 1944 and went to Buffalo Technical High School (all boys). Graduated from the College Prep. course in 1948. Never did go to college though. Tech High was a huge building. It was closed in the late '50s. Good memories.

Ronnie Daniel		12-Aug-2007 03:38
I graduated from PS 21 in 1963 and attended Riverside High for 1 year then moved to the burbs (Williamsville). These pictures bring back memories....

Earl Nye		01-Jul-2007 22:00
Good old South Buffalo, South Park, Bishop Timon. I graduated in 59. Crystal beach etc. What a tribute to our families, lives and spirit. 998 Broadway. I used to love the Ring Bologna at Sattler's. Such a life in the 40's and 50's, Soooo many memories. Cazenovia park, both swimming and ice skating in the summer.........wow!! Thanks ever so much.

Peter Kaake		11-Jun-2007 03:39
I went to Public School 15 on Oak Street near Goodell. It was a very old school built in the early 1800's no doubt. It had wrought iron fences. One yard for the boys and one for the girls. We lined up in the morning and walked single file to our class room while the record player played a marching song. We said our leagence to the flag and a pray every morning. Our 4th grade teacher threw books at us from across the room if we day dreamed. One teacher broke a wooden ruler over my head. I didn't dare tell my parents or I would have gotten it again. We never chewed gum or sat on top of our desks or wore a hat in class. I was in 8th grade in 1940.

I Crespo		28-May-2007 12:56
What happened to P.S.#77?

Susan Godlewski		01-May-2007 15:32
Where is School #67? I graduated in 1958. Helen O'Rourke was the principal. I can remember we could NEVER walk on the grass; we squared corners like little soldiers. Miss Barnette was my kindergarten teacher, Miss Oswick for math in 7th grade and Miss Wilson for 8th grade. Mrs. Woods made music exciting and I still remember singing many college fight songs in her class. We went from class to class in single file; square danced in gym. As the girls and boys stood in line on each side of the gym, there was great anticipation and counting to see who your partner would be. I remember planting tulip bulbs in pots in the fall, putting them in the ground and digging them up in the spring for Mother's Day.

Guest		24-Mar-2007 20:08
Great site! Enjoyed reminising. What ever happened to #9 school and Bishop O'Hern High School?

Amy Kopera-Brown		13-Mar-2007 19:19
Its a shame that P.S. #71 has closed, many wonderful memories while my sister and I attended the school and my mother worked as an aide.

Britf		02-Mar-2007 16:53
Where is Leonardo davinci High School????

Guest		13-Feb-2007 02:06
PS 11 was a great place to learn and play with Schiller Park right across the street.The class of '57 planning a reunion in June '07. Call Neal Reynolds for details 716 668 2984

Merriejann miller		02-Jan-2007 20:22
Wonderful pictures. I collect postcards of Buffalo city schools. Fosdick Masten Girls Vocational High School is now Buffalo City Honors School.

Dr. Robert J. Pellegrine		10-Dec-2006 13:25
WOW Both good old #19 and Lafayette HS. Thanks. Brings tears to these 80 year old eyes Merry Christmas

guest		04-Dec-2006 15:46
Went to PS 78 (glad it's still in use) and Burgard HS. Don't rember metal detectors and guards being used back then. How times have changed.

Mark Fisher		22-Nov-2006 17:33
Thanks for this. We left Buffalo in 78, but it feels like yesterday. After spending an afternoon on your site, I'm ready to go back. By the way, what happened to PS 67? I didn't see it on the list. Thanks Again, Mark Fisher

Tashema		13-Nov-2006 00:19
Awesome Page but what school 91 (build acadmey) located @ 340 Fougeron Street

2007 Graduater		26-Sep-2006 17:52
Hey!!! Has anyone gone to South Park High? It's the best Public School Ever!!! The faculty members are great!!! It's so homey at South Park. The people are very kind and accepting. You can find great friends here too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks South Park For EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

S. Ray		06-Sep-2006 19:06
I went to school 1. My eight grade graduation was in 71. I spent one year at Hutch Tech, then my family left Buffalo. School one, I understand, has since been torn down. That 7th/8th grade staff there was outstanding. Does anyone know how I could get in touch with any of those old teachers and say thank you? (Manishefski[mispelled],Wright[maiden name Brown],Piel,and Soconi)

John Strzeszynski		18-Jun-2006 00:13
I don't see a photo of my grade school PS 82. Has it been closed down?

guest		30-May-2006 19:12
Yes, P.S. 66 has been renovated and is beautiful, as are all of the renovated schools, including; #19, #31, #38, #67, #74, #80, Emerson High School, and East High School. Look for schools #37, #69, and #82 to be completed soon.

Guest		26-Apr-2006 15:14
No doubt about it, school #66 was and probably is still a beauty. So many wonderful memories. Mr. Farley was Principal, Mrs. Beck Assistant Principal. That was in the 70's, an older woman was before him, but I can't remember her name. I remember her from when I was in Kindergarten. I was in the first portable classroom on the side of the property, that was in 1st grade. This probably had to be the best time to be a child. I'd love to see photos of School 66. I've heard they are renovating the place, is this true?

Tracy Rose		19-Apr-2006 16:27
Where's school #66, North Park Middle Academy? :) That is a beautiful building, set on a beautiful piece of land! When approaching it from Parkside, it looms ahead of you in the distance and is an architectural force to be reckoned with! Maybe I'm biased, because I'm the art teacher there, but I think it makes for great photographs. :)

Barb		30-Mar-2006 13:16
Anyone have a photo of school #9? Was located between Burgard Place and Baily Ave.

Guest		08-Mar-2006 15:21
Garnell, These schools are all in Buffalo (note the title "The Schools of Buffalo"). St. Joe's is in Kenmore.

garnell		02-Feb-2006 02:37
Nice Pix but Why isnt Saint Joesephs Colligiate institute up there (thats the school i attend) ??

Nancy Pettus (Gwitt)		23-Jan-2006 05:11
Was surprised to see St. Marys Business School was still standing. Went there from 54 to 56. Any one out there from those years please contact me. Would love to chat with you. I am now in Arizona. Have no family left in NY, but do get back there once in a while. azpettus@hotmail.com

Guest		23-Jan-2006 02:46
This was an amazing opportunity to "visit' Buffalo while I was sitting at my computer in NJ. I loved seeing my alma mater, South Park. I loved the bars and the shots of Crystal Beach. Thanks, Karl for sharing your work with us. Jackie Held-Rubin

natalitsa		22-Jan-2006 19:18
Nice shots

Rebecca Noble		22-Jan-2006 04:09
I would love to see a picture of Elmwood Franklin and Calasanctius.

Richard McDonell		14-Jan-2006 00:02
Karl, Whether it is your intention or not, you are, by putting together your galleries on Buffalo, creating a remarkable architectural history of your beloved city. Perhaps a worthwhile project for any of us to consider. Cheers, Richard McDonell

Allison Parry-Hake		09-Nov-2005 01:43
I left Buffalo in 77, I returned in 86 to have my first child at Mercy, where most of my family was born. What happened to PS 72? If anyone can tell me, I would like to know. I remember the blizzard of 77 as well. I attended Cloverbank Ele, and PS 72.

Diane Farrell		28-Oct-2005 22:48
I really enjoyed the website. I was surprised to find St. Mary's Business School that is where I went to high school most people have never heard of it.

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