I wanted to take this opportunity to say thank you to the overwhelming welcome I have received in my first couple of weeks as Superintendent of the Frontier Central School District. I have witnessed a tremendous effort put forth by the staff to ensure that our children’s needs are being met.  It is fulfilling to be part of a strong, dedicated staff, and to know the primary focus of our District is to advance opportunities for kids while instilling in them the qualities of good citizenship.  This year begins my 23rd year in education, and have had the opportunity to serve in many different districts as a Teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal, Assistant Superintendent, Superintendent of Franklinville Central School and now your Superintendent. My experiences in each of these roles allowed time to develop a well-rounded perspective of education at all levels and helped me to be the recipient of the Superintendent Excellency Award from the Western New York Educational Council in 2020.

In addition to my professional life, I am also a husband and father of four children ranging in age from 19-27. My wife Andrea of 34 years, is a special education teacher at Orchard Park Middle School. My professional and personal experiences have shaped who I am today, as well as my expectations of what our school does for kids daily.

This year will be like no other that I have witnessed. As a community we have struggled through the restriction of the Covid pandemic for the past 16 months and we look for a renaissance of what once was, “normality”. Regardless of the hurdles we face, it is still an opportunity to improve on goals set from the previous year and change where needed. Our goals at Frontier Central School District continue to focus on providing all of our students with the highest level of educational programs possible. To reach beyond the norms and truly become a “District of Excellence”. Our emphasis and focus will be to provide a balanced education which includes addressing the whole child.  Daily we will strive to provide balanced programs that challenge us to build upon our social, emotional, and academic needs.

Every school year brings about the promise of a new start. Over the next 10 months, the daily challenges of achieving our goals will be difficult.  It is an exciting privilege for me to witness the opportunities for students to learn, build lifelong relationships, serve our community, and grow into young adults who are equipped to be productive citizens. I look forward to seeing you throughout the year in our schools, concerts, athletic events, theatrical productions, and other school-related activities. I welcome the opportunity to share the successes of our students with you and witness their diverse talents, which reflect the best that Frontier Central School District has to offer. I feel that school districts are here to serve our students, parents, and community and provide a well-rounded educational experience allowing our graduates to make a positive impact in life. Parents, community members and alumni please stop in and see us. You are always welcome!

Best wishes and Go Falcons!

Christopher J. Swiatek

Superintendent of Schools