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Thomas A. Edison Elementary School
Providing our students with the supports, tools, and diverse opportunities needed to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world.

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Welcome to Edison Elementary School!

Edison Elementary School is excited to welcome all new and returning students for the 2026-27 school year! Click here for a message from the principal.

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Back-to-School Toolkit

Visit the Back-to-School Toolkit for school supply lists, event information, answers to frequently asked questions, and more.

Every Day Matters

There is no greater indicator of success than attendance and every day of school matters for your child. Click here to learn about the importance of attendance and what you can do to support your child.

Registration Information

For all new students, visit the Central Registration Department website for information on registering for the 2026-27 school year.

Important Announcements

News & Events

School & District News

  • Edison 1st-Grader Distinguished in PBS Kids Writers Contest

    Congratulations to Edison Elementary School first-grade student Ellery Biddle who was an award winner in the PBS Kids Writers Contest organized by Buffalo Toronto Public Media.

  • Ken-Ton Once Again Designated 'Best Community for Music Education'

    Ken-Ton has been named a “Best Community for Music Education” by the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Foundation for the 16th year in a row in recognition of its outstanding music offerings. Only a tiny fraction of the nation’s 17,000 school districts receive this distinction.

  • Links for Love

    Please support this year's Links for Love Campaign! It's a fundraiser that helps those in need in our community. 

  • Artists & Teachers Recognized at Student Artist Reception

    Student artists, art teachers, and Board of Education members were recognized at the 2025 Student Artist Reception & Board of Education Recognition on October 21st.

  • Veterans Day Invite (opens in new window/tab)

    Edison is looking for veterans! We are holding a special event to honor veterans at Edison on November 10th. If you know of a veteran who is interested, please read this entire annoucement!

  • Students Visit Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site

    In celebration of Constitution Week, many of our fourth-grade students had the wonderful opportunity to visit the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site and learn about one of the most pivotal moments in American history.

  • Edison & Kenmore West Students Team Up for Art Project

    Kenmore West High School students in art teacher Martha Sikorski's Drawing & Painting classes and Edison Elementary School kindergarten students in Angela Cavaliere's class worked together to complete an “Illuminated Letter” project.

  • Edison Elementary Hosts STEM Night

    Edison Elementary recently held its extremely successful STEM Night which was organized by teachers Amanda Martin and Sarah Nowicki. 

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Why Edison Elementary?

Edison Elementary is proud to offer an array of opportunities which aren't available anywhere else.

  • Guiding students on their educational journey is a team of extensively trained NYS-certified teachers and administrators as well as support staff who are deeply committed to the success and well-being of every child. 

  • Cultivating a vibrant school culture and positive school environment is a priority in each and every building with countless opportunities for students to interact with peers and enrich their academic experience.

  • At the elementary school level, teaching and learning is aligned with the Science of Reading and exceptional instructional resources including UFLI (University of Florida Literacy), Amplify CKLA, Eureka Math2, BOCES 4 Science, and My World Interactive.

  • The Ken-Ton School District is proud to offer innovative, standards-based physical education and wellness programs to engage students, get them moving, and provide them with tools to live a healthy life.

  • The Ken-Ton School District is widely regarded in the WNY arts community as having one of the region’s premier K-12 art education programs.

  • The Ken-Ton School District has the rare distinction of earning the “Best Community for Music Education” from the NAMM Foundation every year since 2011 in recognition of its outstanding K-12 music programs.

Recognitions

  • Nicole Nowocien, Edison Elementary School Teacher Aide

    "Nicole has supported an Edison student each year for the past four years, starting when he first entered kindergarten. From the very beginning, she has devoted herself to making sure he can fully engage in all activities and feel like a valued member of his peer group."

  • Danielle Johnson, Edison Elementary School Teacher

    "Danielle is a collaborative and dependable member of the Edison kindergarten team and is always willing to share ideas, step in to help, and work alongside others to make sure their students and staff are successful. Her positive attitude and team-first mindset make her an essential part of what they do each day at Edison. She consistently puts the needs of her students and coworkers first, working hard behind the scenes to help everyone thrive."

  • Emerson Abdallah, Edison Elementary Student

    A focused and hardworking student, she approaches each day with enthusiasm and routinely takes the initiative to help both her teachers and classmates, always showing care and consideration for others.

  • Linda Baumgartner, Edison Elementary School Clerk Typist

    Her presence contributes greatly to a welcoming and pleasant workplace culture, and her kind spirit and compassionate nature are evident in everything she does.

  • Rebecca McPartland, Edison Elementary School Teacher

    She builds warm, caring relationships with her kindergarten students, guiding them through both academic and social-emotional challenges with patience and understanding.

  • Nolan Boyd, Edison Elementary School Student

    Nolan always shows maturity beyond his years, follows expectations, and naturally encourages his peers to do the same. He has such a great attitude with everything that he does! No matter what setting he is in, Nolan is kind, helpful, and eager to jump into lessons by answering questions and asking thoughtful questions of his own.