On this day in Women’s History, March 13, 1933, Frances Perkins was sworn in as U.S. Secretary of Labor under Franklin D. Roosevelt, becoming the first woman to serve in a presidential cabinet.
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Congrats to the Olmsted Owls Boys Basketball on a 65–56 Far West Regional WIN over Bishop Kearney Kings—next up vs. the Windsor Black Knights at Buffalo State on March 14 at 7:30 PM.
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This day in Women’s History, March 12, 1912, Juliette Gordon Low founded the Girl Scouts of the USA in Savannah, creating an organization that would empower generations of girls through leadership, service, and community engagement.
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On this day in Women’s History, March 11, 1955, Bessie Coleman became the first Black woman to earn an international pilot’s license, paving the way for future generations of women in aviation!
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On this day in Women’s History, March 9, 1953, Rosa Parks was born. She would go on to become an iconic figure in the fight for civil rights, famously refusing to give up her bus seat and helping spark the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
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Congratulations goes out to the Frederick Law Olmsted boys basketball team as they won the Section VI overall Class B championship with a dominant performance over Tapestry 58 - 45.
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B1 CHAMPIONS!
The Olmsted Boys Varsity Basketball Team defeated Medina 68–33 to win the Section VI B1 Championship! Congrats to Principal Dr. Giovanna Claudio-Cotto, Coaches Bush & Vaccaro, and the entire team for their hard work and sportsmanship.
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On this day in Women’s History, March 5, 1931, Geraldyn Jerrie Cobb was born. She later became a record-setting pilot and the first woman to pass the astronaut qualifying exams in 1959!
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Buffalo Public Schools wishes our students, families, and staff a joyful and colorful Holi! Let’s celebrate the festival of colors, happiness, and togetherness.
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On this day in Women’s History, March 4, 1933, Frances Perkins was confirmed as the first woman to serve in a U.S. presidential cabinet, becoming Secretary of Labor under President Franklin D. Roosevelt!
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On this day in Women’s History, March 3, 1913, the first major women’s suffrage parade took place in Washington, D.C., marking a pivotal moment in the fight for women’s right to vote in the United States.
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It’s Monday—tune in to Board Talk Radio: with the Board of Education on WUFO 96.5 FM from 6–7 PM for updates on Board priorities, leadership perspectives, and district initiatives!
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On this day in women’s history, March 2, 1860, Susanna M. Salter was born — she went on to become the first woman elected as a mayor (Argonia, Kansas) and the first woman elected to any political office in the United States.
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March is Women’s History Month. BPS proudly celebrates the achievements, leadership, and impact of women in our schools and community — past and present.
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On February 27, 1988, Debi Thomas became the first African American to win a Winter Olympic medal in figure skating at the 1988 Winter Olympics, earning bronze and breaking barriers in the sport.
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February 27: This Day in Black History — In 1970, Maya Angelou published I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, inspiring generations through resilience and truth.
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February 26: This Day in Black History — In 1972, Jubilee Day was recognized in Florida, honoring the day enslaved people learned they were free.
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February 25: This Day in Black History — In 1964, Muhammad Ali won the heavyweight title and became one of the most influential athletes in history.
3 months ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Congratulations to our Yale Cup Division 2 and Division 3 basketball champions. Olmsted and Middle Early College finished as Co-champs in Division 2 while East locked up the Division 3 title in Coach Bryant's final season. Great job boys and good luck this week in Section VI playoffs! Also, Congratulations to the South Park High School; Community School Sparks Varsity Girls Basketball team. 2025/26 Canisius Cup Champions!! Congratulations 13-0 undefeated division champs!!
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