April is Autism Acceptance Month! BPS celebrates the strengths and unique perspectives of students with autism. This month, we honor understanding, inclusion, and supportive communities for all learners.
19 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Today marks the end of Women’s History Month — a spirited time for BPS to reflect on the many accomplishments and contributions of women, while looking ahead to the many more to come.
20 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Track your child’s school bus in real time with the FIRSTview app—get alerts when the bus is nearby, view route updates, and stay informed with instant notifications all in one place.
25 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 26, 1937, Nancy Pelosi was born. She later became the first woman to serve as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives.
25 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 25, 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire in New York City led to major workplace safety reforms and labor protections for workers, many of whom were women.
26 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 24, 1882, Fannie Lou Hamer was born. She later became a powerful voice for voting rights and equality.
27 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 23, 1903, Emmeline Pankhurst founded the Women's Social and Political Union, a group that played a major role in the fight for women’s voting rights in the United Kingdom1
28 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 22, 1972, Equal Rights Amendment passage by Congress was approved by the U.S. Congress and sent to the states for ratification.
29 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 21, 1986, Debi Thomas became the first Black athlete to win the World Figure Skating Championships.
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 20, 1852, Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe was first published in book form, helping fuel the movement to end slavery.
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Happy Eid al-Fitr!
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Tomorrow, Friday 3/20, Buffalo Public Schools observing the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Fitr (Festival of Breaking the Fast) and no school will take place.
Eid al-Fitr that the end of Ramadan. Ramadan is a month when devout Muslims fast daily from dawn to sunset and is a time for increased worship, charity, and good deeds.
In addition, this is a time for charity to those in need, family & community gatherings, feast, and to seek reconciliation.
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts
On this day in Women’s History, March 19, 1911, the first International Women's Day events were held in several European countries, with more than a million people advocating for women’s rights and suffrage.
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
BPS Connections Episode 12 - Dr. Mubenga discusses developing a five-year, community-driven strategic plan focused on improving student achievement, grounded in current data and long-term goals. Educators and district leaders are collaborating to implement targeted strategies in classrooms that will drive measurable outcomes. ▶️Watch
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 18, 1965, Alexei Leonov became the first person to walk in space aboard Voskhod 2 — a milestone that helped pave the way for future women astronauts and expanded opportunities in space exploration!
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 17, 1959, Ruby Bridges became one of the first Black children to attend an integrated school in the South, helping advance the fight for equal education in the United States.
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Happy St. Patrick's Day !🍀
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 16, 1910, Edith Wharton became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1921, paving the way for women in literature and the arts.
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
A busy weekend at Buffalo Public Schools with Saturday Academies through BPS Community Schools and Olmsted PS #156 Boys Basketball facing Windsor Central Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Buffalo State, one win away from the NY State Final Four- Good Luck!
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Student leaders from across Buffalo Public Schools met at City Hall for the BPS Inter High Student Council meeting. They toured City Hall, met with Superintendent Dr. Pascal Mubenga and city leaders, and shared ideas about our community. Thanks to the Student Support Department for helping students get involved in local government.
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
