February 23: This Day in Black History — W.E.B. Du Bois, born in 1868, became one of the most influential scholars and civil rights leaders in American history.
Nominations are open for the 2026 BPS Summit Awards hosted by Buffalo Public Schools. Join us June 2, 2026, from 5:00–7:00pm at West Hertel Academy as we honor exceptional students, phenomenal families, and outstanding community partners. Submit nominations by March 7 at www.buffaloschools.org/face
We look forward to welcoming our students back tomorrow following Mid-Winter Recess. We hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable break, and we are excited to continue the great work ahead together. See you in the morning!
February 22: This Day in Black History — Dr. J. Ernest Wilkins Jr. was a groundbreaking mathematician and engineer whose work opened doors in STEM and education.
February 20: This Day in Black History — In 1968, students at South Carolina State College protested for civil rights, continuing the fight for equality in education.
February 19: This Day in Black History — The Tuskegee Airmen began their journey in 1942, becoming the first Black military pilots in U.S. history.
February 18: This Day in Black History — Toni Morrison, born in 1931, became a Nobel Prize–winning author whose work transformed American literature.
Happy Lunar New Year! 2026 - Year of the Horse.
Ramadan Kareem to our students, families, and staff observing Ramadan — a month of fasting, reflection, prayer, and community.
Happy Presidents Day!
February 16: This Day in Black History — In 1862, slavery was abolished in Washington, D.C., an important step toward ending slavery nationwide.
💙💛Happy Valentines Day!
Mid-Winter Recess! Schools Closed 2/16/2026-2/20/2026 - Have a Nice Break!
February 13: This Day in Black History — In 1923, Bessie Coleman became a national trailblazer as the first Black woman pilot in the U.S.
This Day in Black History — The NAACP was founded in 1909 to advance civil rights and fight for equality in the United States.
This date in Black History : On February 11, 1990, Nelson Mandela was released from prison after 27 years, marking a historic turning point in the global fight against apartheid and inspiring movements for justice and equality around the world.
BPS Connections: Superintendent Mubenga sits down with Chief Financial Officer James Barnes to discuss how the Finance Department is working hard to identify savings across the district as we move forward with Level Two budget planning. ▶️ https://vimeo.com/1163785263
Love Data Week Day 3: Protect student and staff data—use the Student Privacy PIN, store PII only on BPS-approved systems, and report suspected breaches immediately. Details : https://aptg.co/RLcljK
Reminder: There is a Native American Resource Program - Parent/Student Committee Meeting tonight. Details: https://aptg.co/9vltCK
This Day in Black History: On this day in 1865, the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was ratified, formally abolishing slavery—marking a major step forward in the long fight for freedom and civil rights.