Plenty to explore in BPS! BPS Family Resource Centers offer free programs—from Citizenship Prep to Line Dancing—for families, students, and staff. Conveniently located across the city and open year-round. See offerings here: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-family-and-community-engagement/page/familyresourcecenters
Postponed - City Honors School's 46th annual "Keeping the Dream Alive" assembly. Stay tuned for updates. https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/2628200
Reminder to restart your device at least every Wednesday to ensure you receive the latest updates from our IT Department. Regular restarts help keep your device secure and running smoothly.
Interested in volunteering? The Online Volunteer Application is LIVE and makes it easy for parents and community members to support students and schools across Buffalo Public Schools. Details: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/1769279
Athletics - Congratulations to our Fall 2025 NYSPHSAA Team Winners!
Joint Statement from Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Pascal Mubenga and Board of Education President Dr. Kathy Evans-Brown on School Closures
“We have decided not to close any Buffalo Public Schools after reviewing the recommendations of the school closure committee to close PS 3 and PS 90 and after feedback from staff, families, students, and community members. As part of the regular budget process, the superintendent will instead present the Board of Education with an alternative plan to address the anticipated financial challenges facing the district in the 2026–2027 school year. We will also work to retain a professional management consultant to review and make recommendations about potential school closures in future school years. We have also informed the Buffalo Board of Education members of our decision. We also thank the members of the school closure committee for their time, efforts and recommendations.”
“We have decided not to close any Buffalo Public Schools after reviewing the recommendations of the school closure committee to close PS 3 and PS 90 and after feedback from staff, families, students, and community members. As part of the regular budget process, the superintendent will instead present the Board of Education with an alternative plan to address the anticipated financial challenges facing the district in the 2026–2027 school year. We will also work to retain a professional management consultant to review and make recommendations about potential school closures in future school years. We have also informed the Buffalo Board of Education members of our decision. We also thank the members of the school closure committee for their time, efforts and recommendations.”
We welcome the newest members of our Board of Education! Representing West District is Talia Rodriguez, Park District is Erik T. Bohen, Central District is Lewis D. Hawkins, and Ferry District is Stephon Wright. We look forward to their leadership and service to the students, families, and Buffalo Public Schools community.
We hope everyone had a great break and is ready to start the New Year!
Reminder: Classes resume on Monday. Have a great weekend!
Happy New Year from BPS! We wish our entire school community a safe, healthy, and successful 2026.
Kwanzaa begins today , Happy Kwanzaa!
Merry Christmas! 🎄
Progress Reports available in Infinite Campus Backpack today! https://www.buffaloschools.org/article/2273032
BPS CTE programs help students fix, build, and create through hands-on learning that leads to real-world skills, industry-recognized credentials, college credit, and work-based experience—all while still in high school. Put your student on the fast track to a career that works.
Learn: www.buffaloschools.org/CTE
Watch: ▶️https://vimeo.com/1148632841
Learn: www.buffaloschools.org/CTE
Watch: ▶️https://vimeo.com/1148632841
BPS Family Resource Centers (FRCs) offer free programming and resources year-round. FRCs are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city! https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-family-and-community-engagement/page/familyresourcecenters
Visit www.buffaloschools.org/athletics for BPS Athletics schedules, registration, physical times, scores, and more.
Houghton Academy gives K–6 students a hands-on opportunity to shop for family gifts while building literacy and financial skills through list-making, math connections, and thoughtful decision-making. This experience supports the school’s Pathway to Proficiency and reflects Houghton Academy’s commitment to student growth and learning.
Holiday cheer filled the Lobby of The City of Buffalo's City Hall today as students from PS 79 Pfc. William J. Grabiarz School of Excellence shared a joyful holiday performance! Their talent and energy truly brightened the day. Missed it? Don’t worry! Join us again on Friday, December 19, from 11 a.m.–12 p.m. for more festive fun and student performances.
Our Hutch Tech JROTC cadets are spreading holiday cheer across Buffalo! They shared festive caroling at City Hall and brought smiles to the VA Clinic. This week, they’ll continue spreading holiday joy at locations around the city, including the VA Hospital and other community sites. Thank you to our cadets for sharing the spirit of the season!
PS 61 celebrated the season with Winter Around the World, a multicultural holiday concert featuring selected 3rd and 4th grade chorus students, a violin orchestra, and a dance performance. A wonderful showcase of talent, culture, and creativity—great job to our students and staff!
