🚢 Anchors up — our 2026-2027 WNY Maritime application is now LIVE!
We’re a tuition-free public charter school serving grades 5-12, and the ONLY NJROTC program in Western New York!
At WNY Maritime, we empower students with leadership, structure, and real-world skills to build a bright future. Don’t wait- secure your spot today!
📢 Apply now and anchor your future with us!
2 days ago, WNYMCS
Shoutout to our amazing cadets!
Today, during morning formation, we proudly celebrated those who earned a place on the High Honor Roll, Honor Roll, or Merit Roll for marking period one. 🏅👏
Great job, everyone—keep up the inspiring work! ✨ #CadetPride #AcademicExcellence #HardWorkPaysOff
3 days ago, WNYMCS
This weekend was unforgettable for Buffalo Guardian Flight Cadets from Maritime Charter School! To celebrate their recent promotions, the cadets hit the lanes at AMF Airport Lanes for an action-packed Bowl-A-Rama 🎳. With unlimited pizza, chicken, fries, soda, arcade cards, and two hours of nonstop bowling fun, the event was all about teamwork, bonding, and celebrating achievements. 🙌 🏆 Special shoutout to Cadet CMSgt Cameron Barclay, who bowled his way to victory—earning his very own custom bowling ball by acing the trivia question: "Why was Billy Mitchell important to the Air Force?💡👏 We’re proud of our cadets’ hard work and the leadership culture they’re building across our partner schools. Way to go, team! 🦅 #LeadershipInAction #GuardianFlightCadets #TeamBuilding
10 days ago, WNYMCS
Eight members of our MARITIME Commodores varsity basketball team showed their heart for the community by volunteering at the Martha Mitchell Community Center! 🏀💙 For the past 11 years, the center has been a beacon of support, hosting its annual “Friendsgiving Feast” and serving thousands of meals to residents of the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority.
This year, the center prepared a staggering 5,000 meals with the help of donors and volunteers, including our cadets! While 3,000 meals were served at the center, another 2,000 were delivered to residents throughout the housing authority.
Pastor Al Wilson, the center’s director, shared, “Nobody should be alone for Thanksgiving, nobody should feel like they don’t have enough to eat—we’re just servicing the ‘City of Good Neighbors.’” ❤️
We’re proud of our cadets for stepping up and helping make a difference! 👏⚓ #CommunityHeroes #MaritimeCommodores #GivingBack
13 days ago, WNYMCS
🏀 The basketball season kicks off this week for Commodores (Boys) and Seahawks (Girls)!
📅 Schedules are up now under "Basketball" in the "Athletics" section on our website (check the top banner).
Let’s show up, show out, and cheer on our cadets—all the support means everything to them! 💙🙌 #GameDay #CadetPride #GoCommodores #GoSeahawks
15 days ago, WNYMCS
🌟 Yesterday, our cadets had the incredible honor of participating in Global Concepts Middle School’s Veterans Recognition Event! 🇺🇸
Our young cadet leaders proudly represented Maritime as they helped celebrate and honor the brave men and women who have served our nation. Events like these highlight the values of service, respect, and community—values our cadets embody every day.
👏 Huge shoutout to everyone who took part—you inspire us and make Maritime proud! 💙#VeteransDay #Leadership #CommunityService #MaritimePride
21 days ago, WNYMCS
📸 Attention Seniors!
Mark your calendars! Senior Photo Day is happening on November 12th. This is your time to shine and capture those unforgettable memories.
📧 Check your email for all the details, including your reserved time slot. Don't miss out on this special moment!
24 days ago, WNYMCS
This past Friday, our incredible Civil Air Patrol Cadets gathered for a special awards and promotion ceremony, celebrating their dedication, achievements, and hard work! ✨
Special Thanks:
Dr. Manning, for your continued support and mentorship, inspires us all!
Our deepest gratitude also goes to Western New York Group Commander MAJOR Wells for his unwavering dedication to our cadets and his steadfast leadership in guiding the squadrons of Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, and Niagara Counties.
A big thank you to all the parents who joined us for this celebration—you are an integral part of our success and growth! 💙
Event Highlights:
- 🏅 Presentation of Recognition Certificates to honor outstanding cadets
- 📜 Awarding of Promotion Certificates for important milestones
- 🏆 Celebrating Excellence with special awards
- 🎖️ Presentation of Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Shoulder Cords, worn on the left shoulder of service uniforms. These cords symbolize significant achievements and leadership roles.
We couldn’t be prouder of these young leaders in the making—their dedication and commitment inspire us all!
24 days ago, WNYMCS
Many of the teachers and staff at WNY Maritime Charter School are proud veterans. During our recent staff PD day, we gathered to share a special breakfast in celebration of their service. Thank you for all you do for our school, our cadets/candidates, and our nation. 🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day
24 days ago, WNYMCS
Shoutout to our Western New York MARITIME Cadets!🇺🇸 They proudly marched in the Veterans Appreciation Parade, a heartwarming tradition near Veterans Day that allows us to HONOR the past, RECOGNIZE the present, and ENCOURAGE the future defenders of freedom.
✨ Highlight of the day? Our cadets got to meet and snap a photo 📸 with New York State Senator Tim Kennedy! 💙 Moments like these are what make the day truly unforgettable.
24 days ago, WNYMCS
🏈🎉 Our Seahawks are heading to the Chuck Funke Bowl Playoffs! Let's rally together and show our support at the Varsity Seahawks Football Game tonight! 💙🦅
📅 Date: TODAY- Friday, 10/31
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Tapestry
Come cheer on our team as they fight for victory! Let’s go, Seahawks! 💪 #SeahawksFootball #PlayoffsBound #FridayNightLights
about 1 month ago, WNYMCS
🚨🏒 What an unforgettable night for our MARITIME Color Guard! 🇺🇸 They proudly represented the red, white, and blue during the Buffalo Sabres game at KeyBank Center! We may not have taken the win in this nail-biting 4-3 OT battle against the Columbus Blue Jackets, but we showed up with pride and passion! 🦬 Let’s go Sabres! 🔵💛 #BuffaloSabres #MaritimePride #SabresNation
about 1 month ago, WNYMCS
🌟 Maritime Cadets in Action at the Rotary Club of Buffalo!🇺🇸
This week, four of our dedicated Maritime cadets had the honor of attending the Rotary Club meeting at the Saturn Club. They actively participated in the day’s events, showcasing leadership, service, and professionalism!
📸 Here’s what they accomplished:
- Helped set up the meeting space
- Opened the session with the Rotary prayer
- Led the Pledge of Allegiance 🇺🇸
- Assisted in collecting fines, which supported the club’s donation process 🌟
As part of the Civil Air Patrol program, our cadets live by the value of volunteer service, and this event gave them a perfect opportunity to put that value into action. We are so proud of their dedication, character, and the way they represented both Maritime Charter School and the Civil Air Patrol.
Thank you to the Rotary Club of Buffalo for providing this wonderful opportunity and to our supporters for encouraging our students’ growth. Swipe through the attached pictures to see our cadets in action! ➡️
#MaritimeCharterSchool #CivilAirPatrol #VolunteerService #CommunityLeadership
about 1 month ago, WNYMCS
We’re excited to introduce a new tool that will simplify our communication with you. Rooms, built into our Maritime app and website, offer secure, two-way messaging.
This addition allows Maritime to bring the community closer together. From messages to educators, to events, to lunch menus, and more - everything can now live in one place.
Why Rooms?
One place for every message. No more juggling multiple communication apps, flipping between inboxes, or remembering different logins.
Text notifications. You’ll get notified automatically of new messages even if you haven’t downloaded our Maritime app.
Safe and secure. Built-in moderation and other safety tools help ensure the safety of all communications at all times.
What to Expect:
Rooms will become our primary method of communication for all interactions between staff, coaches, families, and teachers.
Watch for a Guardian email invite to set up your account.
We’re excited to bring our communication into one clear, connected experience for you.
about 2 months ago, WNYMCS
🌟 You're Invited to Our High School Open House!🌟
📅 Date: October 23, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Location:2219 South Park Ave, Buffalo, NY 14220
Join us as we welcome students in grades 9-12 and their families to explore all the amazing opportunities we offer to help cadets succeed at every level!
✨ Event Highlights:
- Meet our inspiring teachers, staff, and program leaders
- Tour the College Career Fair and learn about our outstanding community partnerships
- Discover unique programs like the Civil Air Patrol
- Enjoy amazing live performances by our NJROTC Drill Team and Color Guard
📢 Don't wait—register now, and we'll save you a spot!
🖱️ [Register Here](https://forms.gle/KLz4goWJf2wziyqb6)
This is your chance to see firsthand how we foster academic excellence, leadership, and teamwork. Mark your calendars—it's an event you won't want to miss!
We’re so excited to see you there!
#OpenHouse2025 #HighSchoolSuccess #BuffaloNY #EducationMatters #NJROTC #FutureLeaders
about 2 months ago, WNYMCS
⚓Seahawks Football Alert! 🏈
This Friday, October 3, at 7:00 PM, your Maritime Seahawks take on Alden in an exciting away game! 🚍💥
Let’s pack the stands and show our Seahawks pride on the road! 💙⚓ We hope to see you there, ready to cheer loud and proud!
#MaritimeSeahawks #GameDay #FridayNightLights #BeatAlden
2 months ago, WNYMCS
Inspiring the leaders of tomorrow! 🌟 Today, our Maritime cadets learned from Duncan Kirkwood, a nationally recognized expert in resilience and leadership, at the Cadet Leadership Conference. With his powerful insights and practical tools, Duncan empowered cadets to thrive, lead with purpose, and build resilience. #Leadership #Resilience #FutureLeaders #StudentSuccess
3 months ago, WNYMCS
📚 Our Participation in Government Class put their learning into practice today by stepping outside the classroom and giving back to our school community! 🌍
With rakes, brooms, and plenty of positive energy, they spent the class period sweeping and raking, transforming the school grounds into a clean and inviting space that we can all be proud of. 🎉🌸
This hands-on project reminds us that civic engagement isn’t just about voting or activism—it's about working together to make our community a better place, one small act at a time. 💞
💡 Government in action = everyone pitching in! Thanks to our amazing team spirit, we turned hard work into a rewarding experience that gave us all a sense of accomplishment. 🌟💼
🧹✨ Stay tuned for the next project—because when we come together, there’s nothing we can’t achieve for our school and beyond! 🏫💚
#ProudToGiveBack #CommunityCleanUp! 🌟👏 #ParticipationInGovernment #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork
3 months ago, WNYMCS
🔥🏈 GAME DAY ALERT
Seahawks vs. Eden
🆚 Eden High School
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Eden High School
Who's ready for the action?! Let’s go, Seahawks! 💙💚
3 months ago, WNYMCS
🎮⚓ Calling all gamers! The MARITIME COMMODORES are ready to play!* 🚢✨
Join the Commodores' eSports Program
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe! 🕹️🏎️
🗓️ *Wednesdays @ 4 PM
🗓️ *Thursdays @ 4 PM
Gear up, show your skills, and represent the COMMODORES as we smash, race, and dominate the eSports arena! 💥🔥
#MaritimeCommodores #MaritimeEsports #GameOn #LevelUp
3 months ago, WNYMCS
