20 minutes ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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 6 hours 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
1 day 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!
1 day 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.
2 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Happy St. Patrick's Day !🍀
2 days 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.
3 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
5-8 Grade Track and Field registration is now open! To register visit: wwwbuffaloschools.org/athletics
5 days 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!
6 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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.
6 days 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.
7 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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!
8 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 10, 1876, Margaret Hello reportedly heard the first words transmitted by Alexander Graham Bell during an early telephone experiment, marking a milestone in modern communication.
9 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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.
10 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
On this day in Women’s History, March 6, 1937, Valentina Tereshkova was born. In 1963, she made history by becoming the first woman to travel to space aboard Vostok 6.
13 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Say Yes Buffalo is offering a free summer camp for students in Grades PK-6 July 6–August 14, 2026, Monday–Friday, with 7-hour and 4-hour options. Registration closes June 16, with priority for students with economic need April 15–29. Details:
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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!
14 days 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.
15 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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!
15 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
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.
16 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
