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
Happy Karen New Year!
Visit www.buffaloschools.org/athletics for BPS Athletics schedules, registration, physical times, scores, and more.
Check out our BPS social media accounts to see student spotlights and learn more about the amazing students in our district and their stories.! https://www.buffaloschools.org/SocialMediaDirectory
Hanukkah begins today. Wishing our families, students, and staff a meaningful start to Hanukkah. May the Festival of Lights bring joy, reflection, and time with loved ones throughout the eight days ahead.
from the 156 security staff...
ONE-WAY POLICY
Effective January 5, 2026, one-way bus passes will be issued according to the following policy. Parents/caregivers have been notified by mail from the district.
1. Any student who states that they lost or forgot their bus pass must stay after school, and a parent/caregiver must be contacted to verify that the student needs a bus pass.
2. Once contact has been made and the need for a one-way pass is verified, you may issue a pass to get home only — not to school.
3. The parent/guardian must bring the student to school the next day and meet with the security officer to complete a lost pass form online.
Too many one-way passes are being handed out. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions, please speak with Security.
ONE-WAY POLICY
Effective January 5, 2026, one-way bus passes will be issued according to the following policy. Parents/caregivers have been notified by mail from the district.
1. Any student who states that they lost or forgot their bus pass must stay after school, and a parent/caregiver must be contacted to verify that the student needs a bus pass.
2. Once contact has been made and the need for a one-way pass is verified, you may issue a pass to get home only — not to school.
3. The parent/guardian must bring the student to school the next day and meet with the security officer to complete a lost pass form online.
Too many one-way passes are being handed out. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions, please speak with Security.
A busy weekend across Buffalo Public Schools including Painting & Drawing at the FRC North Zone, the NARP Orange Shirt Design Contest deadline, Admissions Testing for Gifted & Talented, districtwide Saturday Academies, and multiple performances of Othello at the Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts. Details: https://www.buffaloschools.org/events?start_date=2025-12-12&end_date=2025-12-13
Olmsted's Holiday Spirit Week is NEXT WEEK! See pic and EVENTS page for details.
Progress Report grades for Quarter 2 close today! Keep up the good work!
Students hit the ice for some winter fun and healthy activity. Thanks to Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and the Rich Entertainment Group, BPS students and staff will enjoy 46,000 free ice-skating tickets this season!
We are grateful for this generous gift that gives our students a chance to learn, skate, and enjoy the holidays at Buffalo Waterfront's Canalside.
We are grateful for this generous gift that gives our students a chance to learn, skate, and enjoy the holidays at Buffalo Waterfront's Canalside.
Today, members of the Inter High School Student Council had the opportunity to meet with Superintendent Dr. Mubenga to share their voices, ideas, and perspectives. We are proud of our student leaders for stepping up and engaging in meaningful conversations about the future of our schools!
Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Observed each year on December 3, this day raises awareness about the challenges faced by persons with disabilities and promotes their full and equal participation in political, social, economic, and cultural life.
Students, visit www.buffaloschools.org/students to find for everything you need—student spotlights, scholarships, tech help, BPS programs... all student resources in one place!
Follow Buffalo Public Schools on social media to stay connected with daily content, videos, and stories.
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Need academic help? Check out the Brainy Bulls Tutoring Program is offering free online tutoring for Buffalo Public Schools students in grades 5–12. Get support in English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies from UB student mentors in one-on-one sessions.
Details: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/2468366
Details: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/2468366
Family Resource Centers continue to offer free programs, education, and support for all BPS families, students, and staff at East, Lafayette, South Park, and Bennett High Schools. Explore services or register anytime: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-family-and-community-engagement/page/familyresourcecenters Watch: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3927/BPS/5381983/bps_family_resource_centers.mp4
Seniors—don’t miss out on valuable scholarship opportunities! Visit the Guidance Department webpage to view a list of available scholarships and take advantage of every opportunity to support your future goals. https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-guidance/page/scholarship-opportunities-guidance
Congratulations to McKinley High School and Bennett High School! Both teams are advancing to the big stage at Highmark Stadium for the Section VI Class A and Class AA Finals—McKinley on Thursday, November 13, and Bennett on Friday, November 14. Our athletes are showing incredible drive, talent, and true Buffalo Public Schools pride!
Lafayette High School is the Class B Far West Regional Champion! After a thrilling 2–1 victory over Hornell, the Boys Soccer team is headed to the New York State Final Four next weekend in Middletown, NY. What a season of heart, hustle, and championship spirit—on to the Final Four!
