BUFFALO

A great day at Southside Elementary School as Majority Leader Carl Heastie and Assemblymember Pat Burke announced $2.5 million in funding for the Jack Donohue Memorial Track. Thank you to our community partners for supporting this important investment in a facility that serves BPS students, families, and the South Buffalo community.

about 14 hours ago, Buffalo Public Schools

People commencing a track ceremony presenting check and kids at track.

We celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the new playground at Arthur O. Eve School of Distinction PS #61!

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Students and adults at a playground opening ribbon cutting and enjoying playground.

McKinley High School’s Career & Technical Education (CTE) horticulture students partnered with the Buffalo Teachers Federation and President Rich Nirgo to help beautify their Porter Ave. office on Thursday.

1 day ago, Buffalo Public Schools

“Student plants flowers in a garden bed outdoors.”

“Two students planting flowers in a landscaped garden bed near a brick building, with small shrubs and soil visible in the foreground.”

“Student kneeling in a garden bed bordered with stones, placing flowers into soil alongside shrubs and grass in a landscaped outdoor area.”

“Students working together to plant flowers in a soil bed, with multiple small plants arranged in rows and greenery surrounding the area.”

“Group of students and adults standing together outside near a building and garden area, with plants and trees in the background.”

“Students and an adult plant flowers in a garden bed near a building.”

Today is the last day to register for Say Yes Buffalo’s FREE Summer Camp! Camp runs July 6–August 14, 2026, with 7-hour and 4-hour daily options available. Families are encouraged to register today. Learn more and sign up at sayyesbuffalo.org/summer or call/text 716-218-3347.

1 day ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Students from Riverside, South Park, and daVinci high schools, along with students from New BUILD Community School, participated in the 69th Allentown Art Festival. Our students and Art Department are honored to be with the approximately 350 artists at this amazing art festival. Stop by and support our talented young artists.

3 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Display board featuring multiple student portrait artworks arranged in a grid, each created with colorful patterned backgrounds and mixed media styles, with a description panel in the center.

“Group standing behind an outdoor booth displaying student artwork, prints, and packaged items, with a sign reading ‘Purple and Gold’ on the table and an art display board to the side.”

Buffalo Public Schools Department of Arts tent at an outdoor event, with participants playing hand drums and percussion instruments displayed on a table in front.

Group seated behind an outdoor display table with art-making materials and handmade items, with student artwork panels exhibited in the background.

“Outdoor arts display table featuring handmade jewelry, a red ‘mystery earrings’ vending machine, and student artwork panels in the background.”

“Display board titled ‘Riverside High School Blue Economy Program: Preserving Native Species Through Art,’ featuring a collage of student artwork including animals, plants, and nature-themed paintings alongside photos of students working.”

Display board titled ‘Metal Embossed Identity Niches’ featuring multiple student-created embossed metal artworks with decorative frames and written descriptions.

“Panels displaying multiple student artworks arranged in grids, including colorful portraits and hand drawings paired with written reflections.”

“Table display of student-made art prints and small items featuring colorful designs of animals and plants, with additional packaged items arranged on stands behind.”

Early Childhood & Elementary Education Department definitely hit a home run by organizing a wonderful Pre-K Family Night at Sahlen Field! Thank you to all of our Pre-K families who came out and made the event a success. We also appreciate BOE Member Erik Bohen for throwing out the first pitch!

3 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Child throws a ceremonial first pitch on a baseball field while a catcher kneels at home plate and a team mascot stands nearby. Stadium seating and scoreboard are visible in the background.

Group of people seated in a stadium holding letter signs that spell ‘ERIKA B’ while others watch and take photos

Group of people posing on a baseball field with a large blue bison mascot, with the Buffalo Bisons scoreboard and stadium seating in the background.

Outdoor community event with children and adults gathered around tables with blue bags and supplies in an open paved area.

Two children standing behind a table filled with blue bags and supplies at an outdoor event, with additional materials and boxes nearby.

Group standing indoors holding a ‘Thank You’ sign with a child holding a blue ball in the foreground; Buffalo football wall graphics and seating area visible in the background.

Reminder: Tomorrow is the last day to register for Say Yes Summer Camps! View Details: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/2744951

3 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Happy Flag Day! Celebrated each year on June 14, Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the United States flag by the Second Continental Congress in 1777. It is a day to honor the history and symbolism of the flag and the values it represents.

3 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Our students’ excitement was fever pitched for the 4th Annual Woz Ed Showcase hosted by PS 99! Students got to experience robotics, engineering, animation, and so much more. Special thanks to our students from PS 17, PS 37, PS 48, PS 59, PS 80, PS 99, and PS 197. Such a wonderful day of learning.

6 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Please take note: The Special Board Meeting scheduled for Friday, June 12, 2026, at 11:45 a.m. has been canceled.

6 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

See BPS videos featuring students, teachers, and staff sharing their experiences! Check out our Student Spotlight, Teacher Talk, and Team Talk segments on the BPS Facebook and YouTube pages — produced by Mr. Hughes!

Teacher Talk
Student Spotlight
Team Talk

7 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

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Optional Device Insurance is available to help protect BPS student devices against accidental damage, loss, and repair costs.

8 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Big step for BPS Food Service and our entire BPS community as leaders celebrated the beam topping-off ceremony for the new Commissary building on E. Delavan Ave. The new facility will enhance student meals by increasing fresh, scratch-made, locally sourced, and culturally responsive food options while supporting student wellness across the district.

9 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Man Speaking under a tent on news microphones

Good luck to students taking NYS Regents Exams!

9 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

NYS Regents Exams Start Tomorrow — Get Your Rest and Be Ready! View schedule at www.buffaloschools.org/regents

10 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

More from the BPS Summit Day of Celebration...

10 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

research lab Raptors mascot with student

superintendent giving peace sign with student

BPS Summit Day of Celebration in full swing!

11 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

People enjoying the BPS Summit Day of Celebration

Setting up for the BPS Summit Day of Celebration! We hope to see you this afternoon!!

12 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

BPS Summit - security guard setting up tables

Empowering Future Minds: AI in Action — Prompt Pioneers Showcase celebrated classroom innovation through the NYS Learning Technology Grant, featuring Prompt Pioneers sharing their AI-powered projects and insights with a special guest panel. www.buffaloschools.org/ai

12 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools