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Williamsville South Newsletter

October 28, 2026

October 28, 2026 Williamsville South Newsletter with blue and tan geometric shapes
WilliamsvilleSouth NewsletterOctober 28, 2026

Upcoming Upcoming

  • October 28 – Trunk or Treat
  • October 29 – Fall Chorus Concert at 7:00 PM
  • November 5 – Financial Aid Night @ North at 7:00 PM
  • November 6 – Fall Play at 7:00 PM
  • November 7 – Fall Play at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
  • November 11 – No School (Veterans Day)
  • November 12 – Band Spectrum Concert at 7:00 PM
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NYSSMA Area-All State NYSSMA Area-All State

Congratulations to all of our incredible young musicians at Williamsville South High School!


We had a total of 25 musicians will represent Williamsville in this year's distinguished NYSSMA Area-All State music groups:

  • 5 were selected for the Junior High Area-All State (Grades 7-9)

    • Students selected: Alec Girardi, Hannah Klapper, Ezra Poulin, Mona Sengupta, and Aditi Myneni.

  • 20 selected for Senior High Area-All State (Grades 10-12)

    • Students selected: Melanie Skalski, Arielle Thompson, Elliot Czesak, Evan Johns, Isaiah Franko, Carol Li, Brandon Wu, Katharine Udy, Athena Clabeaux, Grayson Overton, Roman Clabeaux, Zoe Moran, Saheb Sarkar, Gracelyn Seifert, Elliott Halstead, and Ellie Bowers.

    • Alternates: Ellah Buckley, Alan Ma, Liam Pfeister, and Leonardo Sanders.


Congratulations!


Senior High Area All-State informational graphic including students who achieved the honor.  It includes the school logo and music notes in the background.
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Senior High Area All-State informational graphic including students who achieved the honor.  It includes the school logo and music notes in the background.
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Join Science Olympiad! Join Science Olympiad!

Join Science Olympiad. Mondays after school in E7. Run by Miss Gerth and Miss Maggiore.
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Williamsville Wall of Fame Williamsville Wall of Fame

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 - Wall of Fame Inductees! These distinguished alumni will be inducted on Friday, November 13th and also have a chance to visit their high schools to speak with students!


Williamsville East High School

  • Adam Kreutinger Puppeteer, Artistic Designer, and Teacher – Class of 2006

  • Frances Dixon – Colonel, United States Air Force – Class of 2002

  • Nicole Blackwell – Administrative Director of Legal Services at Mental Health Advocates of WNY - Class of 2001


Williamsville North High School

  • Adam Haas – Air Force Officer & Healthcare Transformation Leader - Class of 2005

  • Dr. Amanda Edwards –Team Sports Psychologist for the Buffalo Sabres – Class of 2002

  • Victoria Dillon – A Strategic Communications, Media Relations, and Public Affairs Professional – Class of 2001


Williamsville South High School

  • Stephanie Mulhern Ogorzalek – National and Global Leader on Gender Equality and Women's Rights – Class of 2007

  • William “Craig” Macy – Deputy Commissioner of the Buffalo Police Department - Class of 1999

  • Dr. Melissa Milkie – Professor of Sociology, University of Toronto & Professor Emerita, University of Maryland – Class of 1983

  • Dr. John C. Tangeman – Medical Director, Hospice and Palliative Care Buffalo – Class of 1975

The PTSA-Andiamo Fundraiser The PTSA-Andiamo Fundraiser

The PTSA–Andiamo Fundraiser Is Back!

Enjoy a delicious dinner while supporting our PTSA! 🍝


Choose from these tasty options:

  • Penne with Meatballs – $16
  • Stuffed Shells – $16
  • Chicken Parmesan with Pasta – $19
  • Cannoli (4-pack) – $8

All dinners include a salad, salad dressing, and a garlic knot.


📅 Pre-order by: November 11, 2026

🛒 Order online (click the button below): wshs-ptsa.givebacks.com/shop


📍 Dinner Pickup: Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 4:00–7:00 PM Andiamo Bistro
545 W. Klein Road, Williamsville


Treat yourself to a delicious meal and support our PTSA! Thank you for your support!

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Pre-order for Andiamo Fundraiser

StrongWILL Food Pantry - Thanksgiving Market StrongWILL Food Pantry - Thanksgiving Market

StrongWILL Food Pantry is pleased to host a Thanksgiving Market on Saturday, November 21, from 9:00 AM to Noon in the Mill Middle School cafeteria.

This special event is designed to support local families who could use a little extra help this holiday season. Families will have the opportunity to shop at no cost for Thanksgiving groceries, including a turkey and traditional holiday sides, with items such as boxed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, cranberry sauce, rolls, and pies, to prepare a holiday meal at home.

Families interested in participating are encouraged to contact their school social worker for more information.

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Violation of the Cell Phone Policy Violation of the Cell Phone Policy

Violation of the cell phone policy will result in the the phone being brought to the Main Office, stored and locked away, for the remainder of the school day. After the student's first incident, all subsequent occurrences will need to have a parent pick up their phone. The Main Office will be available until 3:30pm each day for parents who need to pick up their child's cell phone. Phones that are not picked up by the end of the day will remain in school, locked away, until a parent can pick up their phone the next school day.

Now Available! South Spirit Wear Now Available! South Spirit Wear

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South Spirit Wear

2026-2027 Daily Bell Schedule 2026-2027 Daily Bell Schedule

Williamsville South Daily Schedule with school logo and times listed. Period 1: 7:45-8:29, Period 2: 8:33-9:16, Period 3: 9:20-10:03, Period 4: 10:07-10:50, Period 5: 10:54-11:37, Period 6: 11:41-12:24, Period 7: 12:28-1:11, Period 8: 1:15-1:58, Period 9: 2:02-2:45
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Attendance/Bell Schedule Information Attendance/Bell Schedule Information

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Phone: 716-626-8220
Please WITSmail the attendance office to provide written notice of an absence.

Parents/guardians should contact the attendance office to report any student absence. If your child needs to leave school prior to the end of the scheduled school day, please call the Attendance Office so proper notification/dismissal can be accommodated. If you have any additional questions regarding attendance, absences, or dismissal, please call the Williamsville South High School Attendance Office.

The following are examples of excused absences in the Williamsville Central School District:

  • Family Emergency
  • Illness
  • Legal
  • Late Bus
  • Medical Reason
  • Religious Observance/Activity
  • School Activity (i.e. Field Trip)


Board of Education Attendance Policy #7110

School Calendar School Calendar

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Take a look at everything that is happening here at South https://south.williamsvillek12.org/parents-students/school-calendar

Athletics Information Athletics Information

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South Athletics: Patrick Lester, Athletic Director



  • E-mail: pjleste@williamsvillek12.org
  • Phone: 716-626-8206


Team schedules for our Athletic Teams can be found at this link. https://south.williamsvillek12.org/parents-students/athletics/team-schedules

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