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Marie Conger (Alumni ’80)

a day ago

Class of 1980 Rocks!

KEvin Powers (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of Nichols Students, Past and Present

With deep gratitude and affection for all of my students over the years. To all of the "wayward boys" advisories, to the "extended advisories," to all who have engaged in service work in our shared WNY community, and to all students of all identities, genders, backgrounds, talents, skills, interests, hopes, and dreams whose paths have crossed with mine: thank you. I have learned so much from you. May we always remember that the diversity of our community is its core strength. May we be mindful that, in life, we are all called to learn from and grow alongside one another. And, grounded in these values, may we work to have our actions in the world we all share be guided by compassion and mercy. With gratitude & respect ~ kp

Ronald Montesano (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of Frank J. Sacheli

My home away from home

Liz Abbott

4 months ago

In memory of my Dad, Sam Abbott, Class of 1939. He loved his School !

Jane Austen (Parent ’09)

a year ago

3 of our children Graduated from Nichols and our Daughter -in-law taught there for several years.

Keisha Garris (Parent ’32)

5 hours ago

Keep up the good work!

Randy Fling (Alumni ’75)

a day ago

In honor of Kevin Fling

Revere (Rip) Kinkel (Alumni ’76)

2 days ago

In honor of Dr and Mrs William R Kinkel

Congrats to my niece, Molly Kinkel on her work at Nichols

Michael Teruel (Alumni ’88)

5 days ago

In honor of Miriam C. Dow

In memory of Miriam C. Dow

Theodore Putnam (Alumni ’55, Parent ’89, ’90)

10 days ago

In honor of Os Putnam ‘89

Peter Fleischmann (Alumni ’64)

12 days ago

In memory of Albert R. Sutter

Kimberly Buchheit (Alumni ’78)

12 days ago

I'm still working at my businesses in Orlando, FL, but trying to make excuses to visit Buffalo (in summertime, of course). It's time to start cooking up plans for our 50th Reunion!

Anonymous (Alumni ’09)

22 days ago

Go Big Green.

Noah Benderson (Alumni ’25)

a month ago

In honor of Kevin Powers

KP is the teacher who showed up for me and my classmates everyday all four years

Kenneth Robinson (Alumni ’91)

a month ago

In honor of Andy Fors '91 and Nick Tzetzo '91 for their leadership. Thank you!

Grateful to give in honor of Andy Fors '91 and Nick Tzetzo '91 for their leadership. Thank you! I'm so sorry I can't come back to WNY for reunion.

Brian Duffett (Parent ’26)

a month ago

School provided a wonderful experience for both of our children!!

Jodi Priselac De Riszner (Alumni ’93, Parent ’22, ’25, Trustee)

a month ago

In honor of Amanda Gresens '93

Katie Jebb Norton and Jim Norton (Alumni ’76)

2 months ago

In memory of George Truscott

Alan Kirschenbaum (Alumni ’66)

3 months ago

To add to class of '66 support in our 60th reunion year!

Laurie and Thorn Luth

3 months ago

In memory of Chris Burner

Nadelyn Roberts (Grandparent ’31)

3 months ago

My grandchild loves the school.

Thomas Amari

3 months ago

In memory of Benjamin Bigler

Kathy Bradley Vogelsang (Alumni ’82)

3 months ago

In memory of Greg & Jeff Bradley

Catherine Kersey (Alumni ’95)

4 months ago

In honor of My teachers & my parents

Nichols instilled the value of an independent school education in me - the work ethic, the community, and the fun of being at school. I would not be where I am today, following in the footsteps of my parents and mentors, if not for Nichols. Thank you.

Dan and Leah Bartlo (Parent ’23, ’25, ’30)

4 months ago

We're truly grateful for all that you do!

Jennifer Nisengard (Alumni ’88)

4 months ago

In memory of those lost from the class of 1988.

Michael W. Kubiak '75 & Lori Fraser (Alumni ’75)

4 months ago

In honor of Albert Sutter, Spanish Professor

Professor Sutter made the study of a foreign language fun. He was demanding but the level of Spanish I learned at Nichols was exceptional. Thank you, Professor Sutter for helping me to embrace of the foreignness, of well, foreign languages.

Holly Constantine Ortman (Alumni ’96, Parent ’27)

4 months ago

In honor of Jim Cammarata and Ben Gerhardt for their amazing coaching of our boys' cross country team. Your leadership has truly shaped and enriched Ned's high school experience!

Mark and Maansi Travers (Alumni ’93, Parent ’26, ’28, Trustee)

4 months ago

Go Matthew and Milan!!

Kate Roach (Alumni ’83, Parent ’14, ’16, Trustee)

4 months ago

In honor of Ann Kern

Anna and Austin Farber (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of The Nichols Advancement Team!

Monika Kubiak (Parent ’30)

4 months ago

For the best teachers ! The way the faculty supports our students academically and athletically!!! GO GREEN!

Deidre Batson-Griggs (Parent ’31, ’33)

4 months ago

In honor of Mama Crystal Austin Seymore

All your loving sacrifice for children in Buffalo.

Katie McIntyre

4 months ago

Go A-Team!!

Steve Hays (Parent ’22, ’23, ’25, ’30, ’33)

4 months ago

The best teachers, heart, community and opportunities.

Kim Schindler (Parent ’26, ’28, ’31)

4 months ago

My appreciation goes to the Chinese department. Ms. Yan and Ms. Zhao are amazing! They have made our Nichols experience especially wonderful.

David Hale Hale (Alumni ’80)

4 months ago

In memory of Raymond Walter Nichols Class of 1980

Rima Khan (Parent ’21, ’25, ’26)

4 months ago

Thank you to all the faculty and staff that work so hard everyday!!!

Erin & Matt Gorton (Parent ’26, ’28, Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of Kerry Bennett for her unwavering support and dedication as our son's College Counselor. Thank you times a million!.

Thank you, Kerry Bennett, for your support, patience, and kindness all throughout the College Counseling process! We love you!

clifford hurley (Alumni ’82)

4 months ago

In memory of Hon Betsy Glaser Hurley

Evan Gallagher

4 months ago

In honor of The Advancement Team

Good luck to the Advancement team on another successful year!

Martin & Molly Boscarino (Parent ’23, ’27)

4 months ago

In honor of Kelly Jorgensen

Margaret Boscarino (Parent ’23, ’27)

4 months ago

In honor of Kari Achatz & the Fine Arts Department

Thank you, Kari Achatz, for so generously sharing your artistic gifts and for inspiring our children to develop their creativity and grow into strong, confident individuals.

Quinn White (Parent ’33)

4 months ago

As a first year Nichols family we couldn't be more pleased with the faculty, staff, curriculum and extracurricular activities. Our son Dayton is very happy and so are we. Thank you to everybody at Nichols

Alise Shuart Barrett (Alumni ’88)

4 months ago

In honor of Beth Stone

Ashley White (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

My home away from home <3

Melissa and David Jorgenson (Parent ’26, ’28)

4 months ago

In honor of All of the faculty and staff!

Thank you to the faculty and staff who make a difference every day!

Dora Iskalo (Parent ’23, ’27)

4 months ago

In honor of Nichols faculty and staff

Kara Burke (Parent ’32)

4 months ago

Go Vikings class of ‘32!

Meg Boucher

4 months ago

So inspiring to see the Nichols community come together for Days of Green! 💚

Jill Gerhardt (Alumni ’97, Parent ’31)

4 months ago

In honor of The A Team!

David Cabin (Parent ’28)

4 months ago

Thank you teachers and staff for all you do

kathleen massimilian (Alumni ’74)

4 months ago

In honor of Thea Maronian Del Balzo

Miss Thea inspired so many students, across all classes at Nichols, to perform in "West Side Story," and to further our appreciation of dance and the Performing Arts. Thank you Thea.

Adrienne and Chuck Ptak (Alumni ’98, Parent ’28, ’30)

4 months ago

In honor of Kari Achatz and Dan Nolan for being incredible advisors to our kids this year. Thank you for all you do!

Taylor Pietrowski (Alumni ’18)

4 months ago

In honor of Bella Stack

In honor of Bella Stack, my advisor and mentor at Nichols, whose guidance and support made a lasting difference in my education and life.

Janet Collins Jordan (Alumni ’73)

4 months ago

In honor of Class of 73's BARNEY WALSH

Anonymous (Parent ’30)

4 months ago

Great experience, great community, amazing school

Benjamin Gerhardt (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of the best language department in Buffalo!

Susan Robe (Grandparent ’29, ’31)

4 months ago

Your school is dedicated to excellence in both learning and community service.

Aaleya Koreishi (Alumni ’92)

5 months ago

Created the standard for me as I define myself as a student-athlete! The teachers and coaches were amazing role models and mentors.

John Linder (Alumni ’76)

5 months ago

In memory of Celia and Edward Linder

Thankful to my parent for sending me to Nichols. Grateful to celebrate my 50th reunion with the great Class of ‘76!

Joseph Kresse (Alumni ’83, Faculty/Staff)

5 months ago

In honor of Keith Celniker ‘84 Memorial Scholarship Fund

Greg Stevens (Alumni ’74)

5 months ago

In honor of EW Dann Stevens

Robert Milstein (Alumni ’66)

5 months ago

In honor of Richard Hayes

Frederick Shuart (Parent ’88, ’92, ’96)

5 months ago

In honor of Ruta Valters Shuart

Moms favorite school!

Marcia Rashman Frankel

5 months ago

In memory of Billy Rashman and in honor of 1963 80-year-old classmates

Bill & Jen Patterson

5 months ago

In honor of John Ennis

Ralph Gabarro (Alumni ’66)

5 months ago

In memory of Pete Gabarro

Many fond memories of my years at Nichols. I am forever grateful for the major role Nichols played in shaping my life.

david gruen (Alumni ’72)

6 months ago

loved seeing all my old classmates at the reunion a couple years ago

Paul and Else Blum Foundation (Blum Family) (Alumni ’51, ’85, ’88)

6 months ago

In honor of Bernard Blum (1951), Bette Blum (Trustee), Amy Blum Houston (1985), Nancy Blum (1988)

JUSTIN Webb (Alumni ’84)

6 months ago

Go big Green!

Ryan Walter (Alumni ’08)

6 months ago

In memory of Raymond Walter

Karen Ravin (Alumni ’85)

6 months ago

In honor of Laura Scirri Dudley

Craig MacDonald (Alumni ’94)

6 months ago

Nichols created an environment that helped shaped the person I am today. I will always be extremely grateful for that.

Daniel Collins (Alumni ’06)

7 months ago

GO BIG GREEN 💚

Monika Kubiak (Parent ’30)

7 months ago

To the whole entire Nichols community, Keep on thriving and doing great things !

Ramone Alexander (Faculty/Staff)

7 months ago

In honor of Warren Gelman '63

Thank you for being a great listener, and for all the wisdom you've shared. Your mentorship has been invaluable to me.

Annie Montesano

7 months ago

In honor of Lane Montesano

The Alumni Office connected a friend with a Nichols alum who changed his life. We appreciate the extra effort to make this happen. What wonderful outreach and care.

Emma Eddy (Faculty/Staff)

8 months ago

So grateful to be a part of our community. I love coming to school each day!

Christine Roach (Faculty/Staff)

9 months ago

In memory of John Ennis

John Hurley Jr (Alumni ’70)

a year ago

In honor of George E Hurley

Lisa Caywood (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of Ms. Zhao

It is wonderful sharing Advisory with you!

Ramone Alexander (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of Alexander/Gibson Advisory '22

Pictured (l to r): Matt, Nick, Alex, Gabe, Ryan, Sal, Jae Young, Lucas, Patrick. - May 22, 2019

Ryan Thompson (Alumni ’95, Parent ’32)

4 months ago

In honor of Coach Sara Saak

Go Vikings!

Monty Pooley (Alumni ’80, Trustee)

4 months ago

In recognition of Nichols’ Class of 1980!

Sean Mann (Alumni ’15)

4 hours ago

Nichols forever!

Linda Hambleton Zimmerman (Alumni ’73)

21 hours ago

In honor of Grace McHendry

Karl Spangenberg (Alumni ’65)

a day ago

In memory of Fritz Zeller and Bill Fitzhenry

David Hershey (Alumni ’77)

2 days ago

In honor of Donald Hershey, 44

Big part of my life

Peter Gow (Alumni ’68)

6 days ago

In memory of W. Richard Ohler, Jr.

LOUISA LEVINE (Alumni ’76)

12 days ago

In honor of Peter Amershadian

BRIAN DILLON (Alumni ’76)

12 days ago

In honor of Lifers of the Class of 1976

Celebrating my full-ride classmates 50 years after we completed our 8 year run!

Aleksandra Yerkovich (Alumni ’80, Parent ’12, ’15, ’16, Trustee)

16 days ago

In memory of John Ennis

Tracy Greco (Alumni ’86)

23 days ago

In memory of Anthony E. Greco

Anjum Koreishi (Alumni ’01)

a month ago

Just an amazing education, amazing teachers, amazing friends! Life obviously would not be the same without Nichols and I’ll always be grateful for where I went to high school.

Christina Leonard (Parent ’32)

a month ago

So grateful for the fabulous faculty and staff!

Siva Yedlapati (Parent ’32)

a month ago

Happy to support Nichols!

Daniel Collins (Alumni ’06)

a month ago

GO BIG GREEN

Ben & Dani Walsh (Alumni ’07)

2 months ago

In memory of Chris Burner

jonathan wright (Alumni ’66)

3 months ago

In honor of Timothy S Wright '63

To the great class of 1966 on our 60th reunion

Kathleen Brady-Stepien (Alumni ’04)

3 months ago

In memory of James Williams ‘04

WILLIAM LOWETH (Alumni ’63)

3 months ago

Most important chapter of my life was and still is Nichols School

Ronald Canestro (Alumni ’10)

3 months ago

Go Big Green

Mark Ross (Alumni ’71)

4 months ago

In memory of William (Bill) Werner Sayenga

In Honor of Teacher William Sayenga, Retired. A Great English Teacher and Coach! Thank you, Bill.

Ray Wolf (Grandparent ’27)

4 months ago

In honor of Susan Wolf

Tiziana Daniels (Parent ’20)

4 months ago

Awesome school

Dalia Ismail (Parent ’31)

4 months ago

Keep up the good work

Catherine Williams (Alumni ’12)

4 months ago

In honor of Vic Williams, Class of '49

Robert Greene (Alumni ’57)

4 months ago

In honor of Kenneth Fuhrman, Class of 1957

Evan Craig (Alumni ’77)

4 months ago

In honor of Catharine Seaton

I learned to perform in front of large audiences thanks to Mrs. Seaton, who led the Music Department when I graduated in 1977. I graduated from Oberlin and Case with science and engineering degrees, and pursued a successful Engineering career, but it was her mentoring that enabled me to become a grassroots environmental leader and speak truth to power.

Sara & Dan Wiese (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of The Nichols A-Team

Proud to be a part of the Nichols community!

Mrs. Melissa A. Pope ‘07 and Mr. Perry L. Pope P’29 (Alumni ’07, Parent ’29)

4 months ago

In honor of Nichols Faculty and Staff

The Nichols experience has had a profoundly positive impact on both my life and the legacy of my family.

william Leed (Alumni ’58)

4 months ago

In honor of Paul Seamons

Jason Saak (Parent ’33)

4 months ago

In honor of Sara Saak

Your passion for educating kids to love reading, be independent thinkers, and to be overall good humans is truly inspiring! Thank you for all you do!

Jarrod Caprow (Alumni ’98)

4 months ago

As a teacher, I am thankful everyday for the teachers I had at Nichols School. Their care, patience and positive attitudes when I was at Nichols continues to be inspiration to me to help me guide my students. I appreciate all of the work that the staff at Nichols School does to make the campus look amazing and take care of all of the behind the scenes work for the school to run so well. Thank you!

Rebecca Braungart (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of Larry D

Thank you Larry for your legacy and great sporadic talks about Nichols’ history

Justin Gibson (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of my colleagues in the Modern and Classical Languages Department

Peter Wickman (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of Nichols students are just the best! Go Green!

Molly Kinkel (Alumni ’03, Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In memory of William R Kinkel '46 (Gramps)

Greg Plumb (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

Go Middle School Faculty/Staff!

Anonymous (Parent ’27)

4 months ago

In honor of Thank you for the great guidance Dr. Arribas!

Thank you for the great guidance Dr. Arribas!

John Boscarino (Alumni ’23)

4 months ago

In honor of Coach RonMon

Kristie Giaimo (Parent ’28, ’32)

4 months ago

Thank you to all of the Nichols teachers and staff! Go Vikings!

Maximillian Stachura (Alumni ’57)

4 months ago

In memory of Philip M. B. Boocock

Who refused to allow me to accept failure when I initially faltered, and who guided me and my parents to Hamilton College where I thrived, as he predicted.

Julia Liwicki (Alumni ’07)

4 months ago

Ce don est fait en l'honneur de tous mes profs de français!

John Vance (Alumni ’14)

4 months ago

In honor of Phil Vance

Go Vikings!

Mark Roberts (Alumni ’85)

4 months ago

In honor of Laura Schirri

Class of 1989 (Alumni ’89, Parent ’26, ’27)

4 months ago

In memory of Ossie Putnam, Class of 1989

Karen Walcott (Parent ’25, ’27)

4 months ago

Thanks you teachers and staff for being exceptional!

Susan Cronin (Alumni ’79)

4 months ago

The Nichols experience makes such a valuable impact on your life. The special teachers, coaches, administrators and leadership staffs are truly special. I am blessed to have attended such a wonderful place.

Joseph Walter (Alumni ’05)

4 months ago

In memory of Raymond Walter

Ashley Tibollo (Alumni ’06, Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of Bella Stack

Mrs. Stack was my advisor for 4 years as well as my Spanish teacher. Her guidance, support, and love was crucial to making my Nichols experience the formative one that it was. Now that I am an advisor, I have an even greater appreciation for the hard work, dedication, and effort that goes into advising.

Leah Mayer (Parent ’28, ’29, ’31, ’33)

4 months ago

We thank the teachers for going above and beyond to support the students!

Angela Campagna (Parent ’30)

4 months ago

In honor of All the MS teachers and staff that go out of their way to support our students!

Christina Leonard (Parent ’32)

4 months ago

In honor of all the faculty and staff!

Donna Kasza (Parent ’26)

4 months ago

In honor of Jake Oleksiak ‘96

A donation to Nichols School in honor of Jake Oleksiak ’96. Thank you for pointing our family toward Nichols. The education, athletic opportunities, friendships, and lifelong memories gained there mean more to us than words can express.

John Eaton (Alumni ’72)

4 months ago

In honor of Andy Anderson

Ann Kern (Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

In honor of Sage Dining and the Facilities Department

Thanks to Sage Dining for serving healthy and delicious lunches, and to Facilities for clearing the campus of snow and ice during this extended cold snap. You are the unsung heroes of Nichols!

Kari Achatz (Parent ’29, Faculty/Staff)

4 months ago

For the best Arts Department!

LORETTA KENNEDY-PETERS (Alumni ’79)

4 months ago

In honor of Deceased Memebers of the class of 79

Michael Dyett (Alumni ’64)

5 months ago

In honor of the Principal and great teachers of the 1960

Paul Schnatz (Alumni ’53)

5 months ago

In honor of J.David Schnatz, MD

Jake & Kathy Vogelsang (Alumni ’82)

5 months ago

In memory of Greg & Jeff Bradley

Marykate Oakley (Alumni ’04)

5 months ago

The education, coaching, mentorship, and opportunities I received at Nichols opened doors I otherwise would not have been able to walk through. I'm eternally grateful.

Holly Kemp (Faculty/Staff)

5 months ago

Nichols is an amazing school with so many different opportunities for the students of all ages! I enjoyed my 17 years there in the Athletic Dept.

Al Bellanca (Alumni ’74)

5 months ago

In honor of Jim Waltz, wrestling coach and math teacher

I wouldn’t be where I am today without the foundation my parents provided by sending me to Nichols.

Mary Reed (Alumni ’79)

5 months ago

In memory of Horace W. Reed III [1899-1972] - My grandfather. He sponsored the location of the first shop class on campus and it featured a plaque with his favorite quote, "A Place for Everything, and Everything in its Place".

James McFarland (Alumni ’80)

5 months ago

In honor of Jeffrey Arcouet 1980

Colin Hogan (Alumni ’14)

5 months ago

In memory of Maxwell Cywinski

Jennifer & Christopher Porter (Parent ’23, ’26, ’29)

6 months ago

Go Green!

Peter Wickman (Faculty/Staff)

6 months ago

Go Nichols!

Elliot Porter (Alumni ’20)

6 months ago

They prepared me to tackle the world ahead of me!

Alexander Paul Aversano (Alumni ’65)

6 months ago

in thanks for a great HS Education and the life long friends that came with it

JW Oppenheimer (Alumni ’74)

6 months ago

In honor of James W. Oppenheimer (my father)

Jodi Priselac de Riszner (Alumni ’93, Parent ’22, ’25, Trustee)

6 months ago

In memory of Amanda Gresens '93

C Gregory Vogelsang (Alumni ’71)

7 months ago

In honor of Alissa and Curt

Peter T Gates (Alumni ’73)

7 months ago

I can only say I am very grateful for the education I received at Nichols. It has helped me so much in my life.

Maria Spencer (Faculty/Staff)

7 months ago

In memory of Steve Spencer P'94

Brian Wilson (Alumni ’74)

7 months ago

In memory of Gary Wilson 1970

Marco Jurich (Faculty/Staff)

9 months ago

Proud to be part of Nichols School!!

Community Bank NA

10 months ago

In memory of Mr. S. Warren Prince Jr. '47

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