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.
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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!
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
This week BAVPA has the wonderful opportunity of learning through tolerance in the Mobile Museums of Tolerance bus. This mobile museum will be here all week visited by various social studies classes.
The purpose of this bus is to "move students from dialogue to action to have them recognize their own personal responsibility in making a positive difference in the world."
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts
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.
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Parents and guardians, reminder that Quarter 3 Progress Report Grades close tomorrow, March 5th. Take this opportunity to sit down and check in with your student to see what assignments may be missing/incomplete on Schoology and/or Infinite Campus.
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts
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!
about 1 month ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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.
about 2 months ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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!
about 2 months ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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.
about 2 months ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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.
about 2 months ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Today marks the matinee show of Buffalo Academy for Visual Art's Black History Program: 100 Years of Black History Through the Decades. Program begins at 9:00 AM.
On the Main Stage, enjoy the beautiful works of the Dance Department, Music Department, Theatre Department and Technical Theatre Department.
Tomorrow, Friday, February 27th, join us for the evening show of the Black History Program. The evening show includes the beautiful work of our Visual Artists in the Art Gallery and immersive media installation by the Media Communications in the Black Box featuring live music from the Music Department and live, spoken word from the Theatre Department. The Main Stage show will follow at 7 PM.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
about 2 months ago, Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts
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.
about 2 months ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Today, February 24th, 2026 from 3 PM - 4 PM, Arts Academy will be hosting its monthly SBMT meeting virtually on Zoom.
This meeting is particularly important as it pertains to the school-based budget. Any and all are welcome and encouraged to attend the meeting via the information below. We look forward to having your support.
Site-Based Management
Team Virtual Meetings
Zoom Meeting ID - 619 689 0225
Passcode - BAVPASBMT
about 2 months ago, Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts
February 24: This Day in Black History — In 1926, Carter G. Woodson launched launched a movement, which later grew into Black History Month.
about 2 months ago, Buffalo Public Schools
