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Our History

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In 1985, the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo announced it would demolish the historic, St. Mary of Sorrows Roman Catholic Church. Luckily, a group of remarkable citizens banded together to save the church, and in 1986 it received landmark status and the planned destruction was halted. What they needed next was to find a purpose for the building. Ultimately, one million dollars was given from the state to restore and renovate it into Buffalo's first charter school, the King Center Charter School.

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As the King Center Charter School continued to expand, the need to find a larger building with more classroom space and a proper Gymnasium became apparent. In 2015 after months of searching the King Center Board of Trustees purchased the former BPS School #71 located on the corner of Newburgh and Lang Ave. The building underwent a major renovation to include carpeted floors throughout the building, a technology lab, along with a refinished gymnasium and auditorium.

 KINGS CENTER CHARTER SCHOOL 

The road to college begins in kindergarten.

Our Mission

The King Center Charter School strives to create a community of lifelong learners and leaders through academic excellence and personal development.

The logo for King Center Charter School features a shield with a pencil and ruler, a winged foot, and a paintbrush and palette.

Our Vision

To be the charter school of choice for Buffalo K-8 families and students.

Quick Facts

 ➜   First Charter School to open in Buffalo, New York in 2000

 ➜   Renewed by the Charter Schools Institute through 2028

 ➜   Award-winning facilities

 ➜   Transportation provided

 ➜   Featured in Hallmark Magazine, Successful Schools and Business First