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The Schools Of Buffalo

An incomplete gallery of schools in Buffalo.

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Janice		10-May-2020 04:24
I went to school #39 and school #80. I wonder what happened to them.

Mr Carl F Mercuro		01-Mar-2020 08:09
were school PS ,,, 52 Grant sreet Bird ave in Buffalo new york ,14213

Kathy		25-Jan-2020 11:03
PS 23 (Delavan & Moselle) has a Facebook Page, lots of photos and members. Great memories!

Shirley		18-Dec-2019 20:20
What happened to PS #53?

Guest		28-Nov-2019 16:18
Bishop Mc Mahon 888 Delaware.....hurry before they change the look

Guest		11-Nov-2018 19:50
You missed PS 84 on Grider St. which is still in use.

Karl R. Josker		27-Apr-2018 14:40
I can't say for sure Susan, but many schools were demolished before I started these galleries. Which is one of the reasons I started them; as I saw Buffalo disappearing, building by building.

Susan		26-Apr-2018 13:47
Where is PS #9, #57 and Bishop O'Hern High? Except for showing PS #44, I feel like I never existed.

Michael F		20-Mar-2018 19:46
They left out School #45, Baynes & Auburn. K-2,but (1961-63) moved back to this neighborhood 6 years later & made lifelong friends. We were sent home from school the day President Kennedy was Assassinated.

Michael F		20-Mar-2018 19:42
They left out School # 52 On Grant Bird and Barry. Some very good & Bad teachers here 1969-70 Russlander (humiliated handicapped students)Bad, Sinatra good.(Looked out for the kids,had a saltwater aquarium in the homeroom.) Lots of trouble with integration here that fell on deaf ears. Those in charge did nothing to protect students. I was a trouble maker indeed,because of the distractions. There were students here that were bussed in that had failed 2 or 3 times,that were 16 yrs old in the 8th grade! Made some liflong friends in the 1 yr I was here.

David		20-Feb-2018 21:28
Please Anyone -- post a pic of the old PS 23 Building formerly located at E. Delevan and Moselle, before it was demolished and replaced by the newly built Delavan Moselle Community Center.

David		20-Feb-2018 21:23
please post a picture of the old PS #23 building formerly located at Delavan and Moselle before it was demolished, and replaced by the newly built Delavan Moselle Community Center.

Vince Wilkins		23-Jul-2017 23:17
MJ and others: I lived right next door to Nick's, remember the outdoor clam bar and $1.00 spaghetti dinners. Attende school #1 '64-66. Have class photos from 3rd and 4th grade. Will be visiting 7/28-8/5 2017.

Guest		05-Mar-2017 07:09
PS 23 on Delevan and Moselle was demolished in 1980. Does anyone have any pictures of outside or inside of building? Gillis Watson was the Principle when I went there '74-'79

Fay Wulf		09-Feb-2017 19:51
Went to school 76 kindergarten to grade 4. Miss O'Dell was principal . My favorite teacher was Miss Lennie . 1959-1964. Looking for any classmates from then .

mj		14-Nov-2016 17:15
i really don't know why i end up on this page when it never has nothing i'm looking for ...school 1 and nick's bar on busti i never see anything not sure why it bring me here when i look around smh

Bonnie Doherty		03-Oct-2016 09:19
Still looking for Ms. Bonadio from Warren G Harding School on Riverdale Dr. Town of Tonawanda, N.Y. She was my 5th grade teacher and would like to know how to get in touch with her for the Alumni committee. I believe her last name is Rich now. If anyone has any information please contact me at bonnie.doherty@yahoo.com

Guest		27-Sep-2016 12:45
Looking for a picture and someone from K - 1st grade Claudia Hightower - and Debbie Zimmerman - class of 1966 - 1967 I am guessing - don't know where I put the class pictures.

Dora S. Camacho		22-Sep-2016 04:44
Hello friends from PS87! I'm looking for friends who attended PS 87 between 1966 and 1969. Would like to share memories of these wonderful school years....it was the age of the Aquarius.😄 Also, I would like to know if anybody has group school pictures of those years. I remember Mrs. Wilson, my third-grade teacher; very nice but strick lady. Here is my email if you would like to chat regarding the age of the Aquarius.✌🏼️ Dorascamacho@gmail.com

Jason		15-Sep-2016 12:25
I am looking for classmates of David Xavier Walter. I am trying to locate who his biological father was (my grandfather) but since dad past away 2 years ago no one has any information on the subject. Please if you knew my father reach out to me. I would really appreciate it.

Don Chadwick		14-Aug-2016 13:42
I went to PS#15 in Buffalo during the 50's. Do you have any pictures or info. on it? It was on Oak St., two blocks from Roswell Cancer Hospital and Buffalo Gen. (I think) hospital. Dr. Monday was the Principle at P.S. 15 at that time. Thank you....

Bonnie doherty		04-May-2016 03:02
Ms. Bonadio I was your fith grade student at warren g. Harding school and would love to reconnect with you. My email is Bonnie.doherty@yahoo.com. please include your contact info also. Thanks

Dave		28-Apr-2016 12:09
What, no photos of the former Public School #1? I taught there during the 70s. Would be good to see it again. It was nestled on the west side just out of downtown, not far from City Hall. Good school.

Guest		11-Apr-2016 16:59
looking for pictures of p.s.#49 before it was torn down.It was located at 161 Vermont st.

mj		30-Mar-2016 05:42
i was looking for my old school but you don't have it here i would love if could find it before they tore it down and after school 1 on busti ave buffalo ny

Daniel block		04-Mar-2016 09:06
Does anyone out there have any info about school #30 that was on the corner of Louisianna and south in the old first Ward at one time?thank you

Guest		14-Feb-2016 21:04
Alan Levinson, I graduated in 1951, I think I remember Poole, and of course Louise V. Norton, I'm looking for a picture of the School I know it is no longer there. What street did you live on. I lived on Traymore.

sy		13-Feb-2016 13:14
I'm looking for a Picture of School 21 on hertel ave in the 1940s

Guest		13-Jan-2016 03:26
Are there any photos of PS #73 on Seventh St. Before it was demolished, attended from 1954-1958.

Guest		12-Jan-2016 23:11
Thanks for your sight! Two of the schools I went to I have been able to trace. One is a Montessori and the other a Charter school. However I was wondering what happened to school #85. It was on Kay street next to the Kensington Expressway. I went there in the late 60's.

Eric		10-Nov-2015 20:25
I'd also like to see PS 67, still wonder where Margaret Fisher was for 8th grade.

Ms bonadio		03-Nov-2015 23:23
Frank Cecala or bonnie Doherty from harding school .you found ms.bonadio anxious to know why you still think about me.

Mary H		13-Oct-2015 20:13
Went to school #4 glad it's still around woudl love to find classmates .If anyone knows how let me know.

Guest		10-Oct-2015 01:18
Tommy: In 1949 I was in the first grade at Stella Niagara Normal Elementary School on Washington St. I do not have a photo of the school, but I do remember the school very well. The nun I had was Sr. Ewalda. Jerry Inda

Dave speziale		01-Oct-2015 05:14
Hi,my name is David Speziale. I attended school#1 from the mid 50's to 1964.I lived at 49 Pennsylvania St., inthe Lakeview Projects. I live in Pa but still visit Buffalo.What a great place to grow up.I still have my School Days year book 1960.Unfortunately there are no names with the pics.Funny but I still recognise many of the faces. Gary Cordova, the Cimini boys,Louie Gatti,Gary Saulters,and several more.We should reconnect!! If the yearbook might be any help please let know.

MIKE BLUM		16-Sep-2015 23:02
NICK AND OTHERS I REMEMBER SCHOOL # 1 I ATTENDED THERE AS WELL IN ABOUT 1973 AND I THINK THE PRINCIPAL WAS MR. KRYZYNSKI - BRUSH CUT MAN WHO USE TO DISCIPLINE US WITH A WOODEN PADDLE THAT HAD HOLES DRILLED IN IT SO HE COULD SWING IT FASTER " AND THAT IS A PARTIAL QUOTE FROM HIM WHEN I ASKED WHY IT HAD HOLES IN IT.....LOL I USE TO LIVE IN SHORLINE APARTMENT THEN AT 145 7TH STREET... I REMEMBER THAT WAS THE NEW CHOICE FOR POOR PEOPLE...LOL P THAT OR MARINER TOWERS AND NO ONE WANTED TO LIVE IN LAKEVIEW APARTMENTS EVEN BACK THEN... THEY WHERE JUST BUILDING THE WATERFRONT SCHOOL AND SHORELINE PROJECTS BACK THEN... I REMEMBER SWIMMING AT THE YMCA ON GENESEE AND MOHAWK BACK THEN BEFORE THE CONVENTION CENTER WAS BUILT

chris		08-Oct-2014 19:57
1962-1965 ? ...i attended grade school p.s.# 49 on vermont & fargo on Buffalo's west side. there was a wonderful,kind 4th grade teacher named ms. Baulduff or Bauldoff. i would really like to know if anyone knew her first name.does anyone remember her or have a class picture.

marian		21-Aug-2014 18:48
hi, i was looking for yr books of all school's i went to but can't find a few.. i went to school 36 but not the same name anymore and school 1 that is not there anymore but looking for yr books of them and also school southside and of grove all school i went to yr of 73 to 79 and can't find no yr books on none ...ok asking if anyone can help me find them thanks,i even looked and join some site on fb of class of so and so but nothing

Donna		09-Aug-2014 06:21
My 5th grade teacher at Warren G. Harding was the best. I learned more that year than any other year in my educational career. She was Mrs. Erickson then; but, the next year she was Mrs. Homer. I would like her to know much I appreciate the dedication, patience and devotion she exhibited then that has influenced me to this day.

Tommy		03-Aug-2014 22:14
Can anyone out there remember the old Stella Niagara Catholic elementary school somewhere on Washington Street in downtown Buffalo, New York, in the 1940s? I went there in 1943 and have included my experience there in a book I have recently written about growing up in Buffalo. Every time I try to bring it up on computer it always shows Niagara County or Lewiston. The elementary school I'm referring to was definitely on Washington Street near St. Michael's Church. Anyone alive today in Buffalo who went to that school in the 1940s? Where can I find a picture of it? I wonder if there is anyone in Buffalo today who was in my class in 1943. Tommy

Gracie		28-Jul-2014 18:19
I went to school P.S. # 52 .1952-53-54- sad when I visited last summer to see it was gone. fond memories. loved my sewing teacher and thank her everyday that I use my sewing machine... Donald (Butch Waldron) where are you.... Gracie

Kurt Klein		28-May-2014 01:06
I am a graduate of ps 22, class of 1936. Anybody got pics or news about members of this class?

Guest		02-Apr-2014 14:04
Anybody have pictures of P.S.#52? Or a website with any info or pictures. Cant find anything on that school. Just that it was demolished in 1980.

Al Horning		30-Mar-2014 14:15
I went to school 45 on the corner of Baynes and Auburn from about 1953 to 1956 on the west side. I think it was torn down at some point

Martin Kovacs		17-Feb-2014 16:07
School 52 was on Grant and Bird streets, it was torn down about 81'-82' and a Post office was built in its place. I went there for 4th and 5th grade. 6th grade the school was closed in 80' and kids were reassigned to West Hertel Academy on Hertel Ave.

Guest		26-Jan-2014 00:33
What happened to 52 on Hertel?

robert bojan		14-Jan-2014 01:43
school 59 gone, st. mary magadeline gone. bishop turner gone. house I raised at-1945-1966 gone. all the great stores(mom & pop gone. remember the sylivia & the superman movies. the street cars. the loose & killed bull in Humboldt park. all I can say is dam the city "fathers" &judge curtin who allowed this happen.

Arlene		07-Jan-2014 13:01
Does anyone remember when School #21 was closed in the winter for a short time (40's?) because of a coal shortage?

Bob		30-Dec-2013 03:22
To "Old Timer." I attended School #30 from 1968 to 1971. It was demolished in 1976 and an M&T Bank now occupies the space. I remember that the demolishing of the building was featured in the former Courier Express, and it showed a photo of the fancy archway over the front entrance which was the last part of the structure to come down. Did you have a teacher named Mrs. Keller? I also remember Ms. Kroll. She had this antique regulator clock in her office, and it must have been an original fixture when the school was built in 1895.

Grace (Peters)		22-Oct-2013 01:55
I am looking for a 8th grade class picture from school 79 on lawn ave, for the year 1963. Does anyone have one that I could get a copy? I have searched every where for mine and had no luck..

Guest		13-Oct-2013 20:43
Frank Cecala or Bonnie Doherty ------ you found your 5 Th.grade teacher from Harding School the former Ms.Bonadio.Curious to know why the interest after all these years!How do I get in touch?

Guest		03-Oct-2013 03:33
i'm an old timer that went to school #30 in the 40s What happened to it?

Michael		30-Sep-2013 02:53
Does anyone remember a PS on East Delavan, near Cambridge, Wyoming or maybe Moselle? Pretty sure it's gone, but I can't for the life of me remember the number of it - my sister went there in the late 1960s (the rest of us went toe Saint Matthews).

Guest		10-Sep-2013 14:15
Gary Balash Where is school 85 an 82. I was looking for an old teacher a mrs swanick I beleive it is spelled. I could use aliitle help

Guest		10-Sep-2013 14:05
There are two schools missing that I know of. I went both. School 85 on edison st is missing. I was looking to find an old teacher. A miss swanick 4th grade. An school 82 is also missing. It also is near edison an easton or weston off edison. Same area. If anyone can help me I would be very gratefull. I have been trying for some time now. My email is garyn95@yahoo.com Thank you

Guest		18-Aug-2013 01:17
Maryanne Mathews Aubin: attended PS 69 K-8 graduated 1962...wondering if any of my classmates will see this sight. aubin.maryanne@gmail .com

dewey hill		06-Jul-2013 16:04
August reunion picnic planned for the graduates of Number 9 school class of 1959. If you know anyone interested, have them write to deweyfhill@hotmail.com for details. Even if you can't attend, we'd like contact information for next year. Pass this on to others if you were not in the class of 1959.. thanks

Susan Szopinski Talley		25-Jun-2013 19:36
School 79 at 155 Lawn looking for former students from the 1960s wondering what happened to everyone after West Hertel opened Thanks Susan Szopinski Talley

gail caputy stockinger		19-Jun-2013 16:09
I graduated from Public School #1 in Buffalo NY - I know the school has been torn down. wondering what happened to the class of 1959

Guest		14-May-2013 15:40
there are pictures of school#1 in a book called school days of yesterday by G. morton weed

Wilfredo Rodriguez		18-Apr-2013 01:06
I attended school #1 from 1970 until 1974 and would look like to know if there's any pictures or any importation regarding the records of the school. I lived right across the street. Wilfredo Rodriguez

Patti		26-Mar-2013 20:27
My mom attended St. Mary's Business School and graduated in 1960 or 61. Her name at the time was Barbara Jablonski. She had previously attended Holy Angels and transferred to St. Mary's in either her sophomore or junior year.

Guest		05-Feb-2013 04:13
Joe, I went to #59 about that same time. Had Miss Conroy for 5th grade.

Jerry Malloy		17-Jan-2013 02:09
Looking for a photo of PS 59 on Glenwood Ave. Went to school there from K - 6. 1956-62 Just found my 1st. grade class picture. Miss Conroy was my favorite teacher. Lots of memories but no pictures.

Patricia D Hamilton		29-Dec-2012 21:24
Pat .... Does anyone know of someone who graduated from St. Mary's Business School in 1955 with the initials RTB? A friend of mine found their graduation ring and would like to contact the person. Thanks, My email is patriciadhamilton@comcast.net

Hilda Navarro		06-Nov-2012 19:00
Hello my name is Hilda Navarro .. I think I graduated in 1978 from ps75 over at Fillmore st and I would like to find mrs.brown I think her first name was Elizabeth but I can't find her n e where. I miss her and would like to know how she is .. If anyone knows n e thing about her plz email me quick. Mrs brown plz message me if up you are here , thank u

Guest		14-Aug-2012 13:40
PS 52 was torn down and replaced with a US Post Office. Sometime prior to 2000.

FABIAN BROWN		04-Jul-2012 14:20
PS33 class of 1978 the 33 Giants and the Valley Hurricanes the best time of my childhood

Daniel Ellis		21-Jun-2012 18:20
Growing up for a short while on Lang near Bailey, I attended PS 71 on the corner of Lang and Newberg for 5th and 6th grades. Seventh and eighth grades were spent as a "crossing guard" at PS 82 near Cortland and Suffolk Ave. For a short while (1961-63) I attended Kensington High School but left for the mid-west (Missouri). I particularly remember a little store on the corner of Roslyn and Lang where we would stop and return found pop bottles and buy "penny candy" after school.

Dave Todaro		16-Jun-2012 11:50
Great site! Thanks. I attended 5 elementary and high schools while growing up in Buffalo: I graduated Cardinal Dougherty HS 1975, where I spent my junior & senior year. Before that, St. Joes (2 years, didn't quite fit in there), PS 81 (5th through 8th), PS 21 (1st through 4th) and Holy Angels Parish on Porter and West for Kindergarten. Had some GREAT teachers and I credit my Buffalo education for all I've accomplished in life - but the ones that stand out are Brother John Shinsky (CDHS, History), Mr. Joe Chaya (St Joe's, Freshman Dean), Miss Meyers (PS 21, 3rd and 4th Grade) and Mrs. McKenna (PS 21, first grade). I left Buffalo in 1979 to join the USAF but Buffalo has never left me. I get back as often as I can and I wish you all the best!

Guest##		07-Jun-2012 04:57
# 9 was demolished and a new firehouse was built on the site the old firehouse is now a church. Bishop O.Hern is a building in limbo sadly decaying away. I was a Holy Name grad....55 joanne

Maureen		16-May-2012 05:41
I attended kindergarden at a public school near or on Genesee St and Box Ave. then attended St. Matthew's on Wyoming & East Ferry till 6th grade(then we moved). The years would have been 54 to 61. Anyone have any photos of class pictures. Some teachers names" Sister David Marie, Miss Quinn, Sister Lucille. Thanks, Maureen Meegan Morabito, Silver Creek NY

Guest		26-Apr-2012 20:49
AT MAX I WENT TO SCHOOL # ONE TOO AND THERE IS NO RECORDS OR PIC OF THE SCHOOL AND OF THE RECORDS THAT WE ATTENDED THERE..SO I GUESS WE WENT STIAGHT TO HIGH SCHOOL CAUSE THE GRAMMER RECORDS ARE GONE

Max Hidalgo		24-Mar-2012 02:05
Does anyone out there have a class photo of the kindergarten class of 1956 Public School #1 that was on Hudson and Busti Street. I would appreciate it very much if someone had a copy and emailed it to me, or have an idea how I could obtain one. Thanks Max

Michael Louis De Luca		17-Feb-2012 18:57
Can anyone help me with the PS # for the school on Rother Ave. near Walden that burned to the ground around 1963. I believe it was 57 but can't confirm that. I graduated PS #9 in 1955 and Seneca in 1959. Any photo's of #9 or #57 available? Hi Dave Q, I'm still playing trumpet at 70.

christine Rodak Ventura		12-Jan-2012 16:21
I am looking for a copy of a photo of a former public school #21 that was located at 1000 Hertel avenue(near Delware Ave. I graduated back in 1962 but it was torn down maybe in the 80's then a fays drug store was put in. I know work at 1000 hertel avenue at Child Care Resouse network, and would like a photo of the school. Can you help me out, I checked with the Buffalo Rocket and I Thought they printed a photo of it before it came down. They wouldn't look that far back for me. Only thing I have is a photo of our class on the front lawn not showing the school that much.

Carol		06-Jan-2012 03:35
Funny thing how things "come around". Graduated from PS 21, teachers I remember are Mrs. Axelrod, Mrs. Valente, Mrs Waterbury - loved her geography classes and the stories she read to us, Mrs Brown in Music class - couldn't sing a note so she told me to just move my lips at graduation. Well - the building is down and a new one is up....and my twin sister is now back on the site working in the new building.

David Burmaster		06-Oct-2011 22:45
I grad. from PS 21 in 1964, 7 grade teacher Mrs Navaro, 8 grade Mrs Valente, 6 th grade Mrs Axelrod gym teacker Mr. Korman. Visited Buffalo about a year ago school gone old house still in good shape on Cheltenham

paula pileckas		02-Jul-2011 20:31
paula, went to PS52 for kindergarden, bishop neuman for high school would love to see them

Dolores (Shantler) Sheele		04-May-2011 23:07
Why no picture of PS37 on Carlton Street between Orange and Peach Streets, the old Fruit Belt, Buffalo, NY. The building is still there, probably under another name, but PS37 is still marked in the stonework. I graduated from 8th grade in June 1948 and wondered if there were any records listing the names and pictures of the 1948 classmates. GUEST

Geno		14-Apr-2011 15:02
Does anyone have information available or know of a web-site referencing high school fraternities in Buffalo from the early to late sixties. Examples: Kappa Tau (KT), Beta Phi, Kappa Phi, Phi Beta, Tau Kappa Beta (TKB), Alpha Gamma Phi, etc. This seems to be lost information. If any information is available; please post.

SMR		10-Dec-2010 01:49
PS#21. I which there was a picture, and a picture of that gym equipment and the red velvet stage curtain. In 1969,some teachers included A. Navarro, B. Meyers, Mrs. Slayback, Mrs. Ethel Henshaw,Mrs.Wiseburg. Somebody help me out here!I'm looking for a classmate, Kathy J. I've been gone from Buffalo 33 years, but still remember some things from that school so clearly.

Alex		08-Dec-2010 14:29
Lincoln School PS#44 still stands amongst the ruins of the east side on Broadway. A wonderful school I attended from 1965-1970; when Malecki's Meats & Paner's Store still stood across the street. A great era to grow up on the school playground & Lincoln Gym/playground. Baseball on "Rockyfeller" field across from the fire station further down Broadway, street hockey on Person St., sledding & ice hockey in the fields @ Schlenker st...Giza Delicatessen & Kaminski's store for a bottle of RC or Pepsi....A special time.....

dewayne		04-Nov-2010 23:44
I have found a class ring to Fosdick Masten Vocational school class of 1963. It says metal and arts on the inside of the ring. It has a purple stone in the ring. Drop me an e-mail if any info is available on who it may belong to.

Lol @ your life.		05-Jul-2010 20:13
Lol @ Class of 2010. Mr. Cecala teaches at St. Mark's on Woodward Avenue* Class of 2010 sucks, kthanks.

Class of 2010		17-Jun-2010 00:59
Frank cecala now teaches at st mark school in buffalo on Woodbridge. He teaches English literature and directs 2 plays a year. I am this year graduating from st marks. Class of 2010 8th grade!!!!! Wooohoooo. But mr cecala is the best teacher anyone could ask for

bonnie doherty		14-Mar-2010 17:12
i attended WARREN g. Harding elementary school back in 1963 and can't find any info on this school and would like to find out a my 5th grade teachers first name and how I could locate her, she had a real impact on my life and I would love to find her. Her name was Ms. Bonadio and the school adress was on Riverdale Dr. in Buffalo, Ny. I would appreciate it very much for any information you can give me

Gary		08-Mar-2010 11:18
Mary Digesare WOW !!!!! I was a friend of yours back then wow I remember mr stewmiller at gym and we had a kid in school who was so smart I wonder what ever happen to billy. well thats for the memory.

G		08-Mar-2010 11:11
where is cardinal dougherty it was on hurtle and grant on the left just wondering I miss bufflo but not the snow

susan weis		20-Feb-2010 16:20
Wish you had a picture of PS 52 which I believe is torn down now. I went there in the early 60's.

katie		09-Feb-2010 14:46
would love to see more schools. Great site

Alan Levinson		08-Feb-2010 06:37
I graduated P.S.21 in 1958 when LV Norton was the principal and the following teachers were the ones I can remember: K-Poole, 3-Hughes, 4-weisberg,5-Carnes, 6-Harrison, 7-Valente, 8-Allen, Janitor - Mr. Weed.

Paul Crawford		02-Feb-2010 05:30
School #59 was demolished as was St Mary Magdalene School on Fillmore Ave. Both gone. I also went to 59 for kindergarten and then to St Mary Magdalene up to 7th grade in 1969. That whole area is like a war zone. So many buildings and homes are gone.

Bunni		10-Jan-2010 15:21
Whatever happenned to PS 47 on Pratt Street? MY brothers and I went there between the years 1945-1955 (that may be ancient to some of you). There was a music teachr there named Mr. Scott. Doe anyone remember him? He wrote a song called "Ours is the World." It's an excellent song and I would like to post it in our school's newspaper. I need Mr. Scotts's first name. If anyone remembers him and knows his first name, please leave a comment. Thanks

mgalvin		21-Sep-2009 07:13
Frank Cecala. Everything I ever needed to know I learned in Frank Cecala's class. I love shakespear, I love Poe, and I love being an English teacher! PS22, 1968

Barbara Menders Kornacki		20-Sep-2009 05:45
My sister and I were just talking about our grammar school #71 on Newburgh Ave and what a great a school it was. The interior was so nice and well cared for. There was even a courtyard garden in the center. We were there in the late 50's and early 60's. So many good memories. If there are any publications or sites with interior photos I would love to know about them.

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Marsha Bates Schmidt		17-Jul-2009 21:39
I went to PS#30 on Elmwood Ave just east of West Ferry. I attended #30 from 69-74 when my parents moved to Clarence. It was later torn down and an M&T bank is now there. I didnt see anyone mention this school and when I look up PS#30 I am directed to a school that still exists. If anyone remebers this school and has a photo of it I would love to see it

Guest		16-Jul-2009 21:17
Who is looking for Steve Adamczyk, Jack Turlington, and Ernie McGregor? Steve Adamczyk was working at the zoo as a retirement job. Uncle Jack was in Louisiana long ago, and Uncle Ernie in Oklahoma I think. Steve Adamczyk still lives on North Park in North Buffalo.

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

Guest		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.

Guest		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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