BPS Family Resource Centers (FRCs) offer free programming and resources year-round. FRCs are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Located conveniently across the city! https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-family-and-community-engagement/page/familyresourcecenters
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Family Resource Centers Logo

Happy Karen New Year!

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Visit www.buffaloschools.org/athletics for BPS Athletics schedules, registration, physical times, scores, and more.

1 day ago, Buffalo Public Schools
New Website www.buffaloschools.org/athletics
McKinley PS #305’s Horticulture Holiday Sale features a variety of student-grown seasonal plants, wreaths, arrangements, and greenery, with select items available for pre-order by contacting by December 19, 2025! Details: https://5il.co/3swjw
2 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
2025 Holiday McKinley PS #305 Horticulture Sale 1500 Elmwood Avenue

Our Hutch Tech JROTC cadets are spreading holiday cheer across Buffalo! They shared festive caroling at City Hall and brought smiles to the VA Clinic. This week, they’ll continue spreading holiday joy at locations around the city, including the VA Hospital and other community sites. Thank you to our cadets for sharing the spirit of the season!

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JROTC Students with Santa hats in a hallway
Check out our BPS social media accounts to see student spotlights and learn more about the amazing students in our district and their stories.! https://www.buffaloschools.org/SocialMediaDirectory
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2025 Horticulture Holiday Sale - The annual sale at McKinley PS #305 is underway. Support student work and find festive plants and seasonal arrangements at 1500 Elmwood Avenue. https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/2593938

5 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Hanukkah begins today. Wishing our families, students, and staff a meaningful start to Hanukkah. May the Festival of Lights bring joy, reflection, and time with loved ones throughout the eight days ahead.
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A busy weekend across Buffalo Public Schools including Painting & Drawing at the FRC North Zone, the NARP Orange Shirt Design Contest deadline, Admissions Testing for Gifted & Talented, districtwide Saturday Academies, and multiple performances of Othello at the Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts. Details: https://www.buffaloschools.org/events?start_date=2025-12-12&end_date=2025-12-13

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Progress Report grades for Quarter 2 close today! Keep up the good work!

8 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Premiering today and all weekend: BAVPA proudly presents the 2025 High School Play, Othello, directed by Connor Graham—a bold, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s classic, powered by our incredible student cast and crew. Don’t miss it! https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/2574952
9 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Superintendent Mubenga sits with Athletic Director Aubrey Lloyd to explain that, at the modified level, students can expect a focus on skill development, teamwork, confidence building, and learning the fundamentals of organized sports in a supportive, fun environment ▶️ https://vimeo.com/1144950494
10 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
Superintendent Mubenga sits with Athletic Director Aubrey Lloyd to explain that, at the modified level, students can expect a focus on skill development, teamwork, confidence building, and learning the fundamentals of organized sports in a supportive, fun environment that meets athletes where they are.
Students hit the ice for some winter fun and healthy activity. Thanks to Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and the Rich Entertainment Group, BPS students and staff will enjoy 46,000 free ice-skating tickets this season!

We are grateful for this generous gift that gives our students a chance to learn, skate, and enjoy the holidays at Buffalo Waterfront's Canalside.
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Students Ice Skating with Teacher
Students Ice Skating
Two Girls sitting with Hot Cocoa
Students Ice Skating
Group Photo with Penguin Mascot
Group Photo with BPS Leadership
Today, members of the Inter High School Student Council had the opportunity to meet with Superintendent Dr. Mubenga to share their voices, ideas, and perspectives. We are proud of our student leaders for stepping up and engaging in meaningful conversations about the future of our schools!
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Members of the High School Student Council standing in a group photo with Dr. Mubenga and Dr. Sharon Brown
Computer Science Education Week! December 8–14, inspire K–12 students, promote equity, and honor the contributions of students, teachers, and partners in computer science. Learn more: csedweek.org
12 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools

BPS celebrates cultural traditions today with Bodhi Day, celebrating enlightenment, and Karen New Year, a time of community, reflection, and new beginnings.

12 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
A busy weekend for our BPS family! Tonight kicks off with BAVPA’s Repertoire Dance Showcase and the Arts Peace Project reception. Saturday Academies run in all zones, BPTO meets Saturday, and don’t forget to check Athletics for weekend games. Details: https://www.buffaloschools.org/events?view=list-month&start_date=2025-12-05&end_date=2025-12-07
15 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
It’s a snowy morning, but there’s a lot happening across BPS! Today: NARP is having Family Engagement Night, The Peace Project exhibition opening tonight by The Department of Arts , and the annual McKinney-Vento Gift Drive is underway. For more details, visit the District Events Calendar at: https://www.buffaloschools.org/events
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Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Observed each year on December 3, this day raises awareness about the challenges faced by persons with disabilities and promotes their full and equal participation in political, social, economic, and cultural life.
17 days ago, Buffalo Public Schools
International Day of Persons with Disabilities December 3, 2025  International Day of Persons with Disabilities is a day meant to raise awareness about the challenges faced by persons with disabilities and to promote their full and equal participation in all aspects of political, social, economic, and cultural life.
Today is National Special Education Day, recognizing the landmark legislation that established the nation’s first special education law and expanded support for students with disabilities. We acknowledge the educators and families who help every student succeed. December 2, 2025.
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National Special Education Day  December 2, 2025 National Special Education Day recognizes changes in federal legislation that led to the nation's first federal special education law.  A picture of a heart with a book in it and with hands underneath it