Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by honoring Mexican culture, history, and heritage—recognizing the resilience and pride commemorated on May 5th!

14 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Celebrate National Children’s Book Week 2026 (May 4–10, 2026) by inspiring a love of reading in every child—because every page turned builds imagination, creativity, and a lifelong passion for learning. Visit Website.

15 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8, 2026)! Join us in celebrating our incredible educators all week long, with National Teacher Appreciation Day on Tuesday, May 5. Thank you for your dedication, passion, and the impact you make in the lives of our students every day.
15 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
week! Teacher Appreciation Say thank you to a teacher for all they do!! May 4, 2026 - MaY 8, 2026
Good luck to all students participating in state assessments. Stay focused, take your time, and do your best—you’ve got this!
15 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Principal Appreciation Day is a time to recognize the leadership, dedication, and impact our principals have on students, staff, and school communities—thank you for all that you do to support success across Buffalo Public Schools.
18 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Looking to get into a high-demand career? Buffalo Public Schools offers unique Career & Technical Education (CTE) opportunities with hands-on learning, real-world experiences, and pathways that set students apart for college and careers. Visit CTE Webpage..

19 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Report Cards for Quarter 3 are now available in Infinite Campus Backpack. Families and students can log in to view and download their reports. Infinite Campus.

20 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Today is Bus Driver Appreciation Day! We recognize and thank our bus drivers for their dedication, safety, and care in getting our students to and from school each day. Your reliability and commitment make a difference! Say thank you to a bus driver today!
21 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Square graphic announcing “Tuesday, April 28, 2026 — Bus Driver Appreciation Day.” Large text reads “Bus Driver Appreciation Day!” and “Thank You!” The image shows a bus driver greeting a student at a bus doorway. The Buffalo Public Schools seal and a yellow school bus icon appear at the bottom on a blue background.
Tonight at 7 PM is the final performance of Alice and Through the Looking-Glass, the double-bill Middle School Play at BAVPA. Call ahead for tickets and enjoy!

Tonight is also the amazing Art Show featuring grades 5-8 starting at 6 PM. Come early for the Middle School plays and take a walk through the gallery and witness the amazing works.

Parents of Middle School Students:
Next week is the New York State Grades 3-8 Math Testing, taking place on Tuesday, April 28th and Wednesday, April 29th.
25 days ago, Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts

Get Involved! The BPS Online Volunteer Application is LIVE. Interested in supporting a school or a district department? Apply online today, watch the how-to video, and review the Volunteer Handbook. Volunteers play a vital role in strengthening our schools and supporting student success—apply annually to stay involved.

26 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Promotional graphic announcing “Online Now Live! Volunteer Application.” The design shows a person wearing a shirt labeled “Volunteer” with an apron, alongside large text reading “Volunteer Application” and an “Apply” icon. The Buffalo Public Schools logo and the Department of Family and Community Engagement logo appear on a blue background.
BPS celebrates Earth Day by promoting sustainability, conservation, and community pride across our schools!
27 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Square graphic announcing “BPS Celebrates Earth Day” with the date April 22, 2026. Design includes images of hands holding a small plant, hands holding the Earth, and a globe with recycling arrows. Buffalo Public Schools seal appears in the upper right on a blue background.
BPS recognizes Administrative Professionals Day and thanks the dedicated staff who support our schools and keep daily operations running smoothly!
27 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

The DRAFT redline version of the 2026-2027 Standards for Conduct, Character and Support is now available. It is open for your feedback.
View Code of Conduct Feedback DRAFT

28 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Vertical poster for Buffalo Public Schools titled “2026–2027 Buffalo Public Schools: Standards for Conduct, Character, and Support.” A four‑image collage shows students engaged in school activities: a student holding a snake with an adult nearby, children participating in a music activity with percussion instruments, students playing on colorful outdoor equipment, and a group of graduates wearing caps and gowns in front of gold balloons. Buffalo Public Schools seal appears at the bottom.

Follow Buffalo Public Schools on social media to stay connected with daily spotlights, announcements, and more—find us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube! Social Media Directory

29 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Square blue graphic encouraging viewers to follow Buffalo Public Schools on social media. Text reads “Follow BPS Social Media.” Displays Buffalo Public Schools seal at top and icons with handles: Facebook @buffalopublicschools, Instagram @buffalopublicschools, and YouTube @buffalopublicschoolsboard. Yellow notification icon with a heart appears in the top-right corner, all framed by a white border.

A busy weekend in BPS bringing families together starting with Saturday Academies across multiple schools, free meals, and a Mobile Market! Enjoy special programming The Little Mermaid Jr. at PS #50 a the BPTO meeting at East High School and of course our BPS athletic events ! District Schedule | Athletics Webpage.

about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools

BPS provides devices to support learning, and families have a great opportunity to protect them with low-cost insurance—offering peace of mind and coverage for accidental damage, loss, and more—while keeping students connected and ready to succeed! www.buffaloschools.org/insurance

about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
BPS Family Resource Centers provide free programs, workshops, and resources year-round to support students and families across Buffalo—open to all BPS families, students, and staff. View FRC Webpage for all listings
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools

Say Yes Buffalo Summer Camp registration opens today! Say Yes Buffalo is offering a free summer camp from July 6–August 14, 2026, with 7-hour and 4-hour daily options. Apply by June 16, 2026.

about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Are you looking for something exciting, interesting, and full of growth for your student this summer? Seek no further as the University at Buffalo and Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP) have teamed up to offer FREE Middle School and High School programs!

Middle School program includes:
- Engineering for Kids: Making connections between real-world problems, their communities, and education to further development in the literacy of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
- Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Sports: opportunities to engage and play in different sports together
- Available field trips for all students who successfully participate in LPP's Summer Program

Session 1: July 20-24, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Location: Hayes Annex A, UB South Campus

Session 2: July 27-31, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Location: Hayes Annex A, UB South Campus


High School program includes:
- Working directly with LPP staff through the understanding of public transportation
- Free breakfast, lunch, snacks
- Workshops through Youth in the Center, UB Professor Dr. Adewale Adebayo Fadugba, UB Sustainability and more
- Minimum of two (2) college tours and two (2) field trips

Session 1: July 6-10, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM (end time subject to change)
Location: Hayes Annex A, UB South Campus

Session 2: July 13-17, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM (end time subject to change)
Location: Hayes Annex A, UB South Campus

Students are welcome to participate in more than one session.

For more information call: (716) 829-5678
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts
Free High School Summer Program Presented by the University at Buffalo Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP)
Free Middle School Summer Program Presented by the University at Buffalo Liberty Partnerships Program (LPP)
Congratulations to our Winter 2026 NYSPHSAA Scholar Athletes!
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Blue announcement graphic reading ‘Congratulations Scholar Athletes.’ New York State Public High School Athletic Association logo with the text ‘Winter 2026.’ Listed honorees include: Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts, boys bowling; Burgard Vocational High School, boys bowling and girls bowling; City Honors, girls basketball; Leonardo Da Vinci High School, boys bowling, girls basketball, and girls bowling; and Lewis J. Bennett High School, girls basketball. A Buffalo Athletics logo appears at the bottom.