Interested in volunteering? The Online Volunteer Application is LIVE and makes it easy for parents and community members to support students and schools across Buffalo Public Schools. Details: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/1769279
Happy Friday! A Busy Weekend Across BPS! Check out the Department of the Arts Peace Project, highlighting student creativity and messages of unity. Saturday Academies are happening across the district, offering engaging learning opportunities for students. All weekend long, visit buffaloschools.org/athletics to stay up to date on athletic events. https://www.buffaloschools.org/events?start_date=2026-01-01&date=2026-01-10
Superintendent Pascal Mubenga sits down with Director of Communications Jeffery Hammond to reflect on his first 100 days leading the Buffalo Public Schools. He shares key insights from visiting all schools, engaging with the community, and highlights early progress toward building one unified school system and setting the stage for the district’s strategic plan. Watch ▶️https://vimeo.com/1152082019
Today is Orthodox Christmas, observed by members of our school community.
We hope everyone had a great break and is ready to start the New Year!
Reminder: Classes resume on Monday. Have a great weekend!
Happy New Year from BPS! We wish our entire school community a safe, healthy, and successful 2026.
Kwanzaa begins today , Happy Kwanzaa!
Merry Christmas! 🎄
Progress Reports available in Infinite Campus Backpack today! https://www.buffaloschools.org/article/2273032
Winter Break Reminder: Schools will be closed from December 24, 2025 through January 2, 2026. Classes resume on Monday, January 5, 2026. Enjoy a safe and restful break!
BPS CTE programs help students fix, build, and create through hands-on learning that leads to real-world skills, industry-recognized credentials, college credit, and work-based experience—all while still in high school. Put your student on the fast track to a career that works.
Learn: www.buffaloschools.org/CTE
Watch: ▶️https://vimeo.com/1148632841
Learn: www.buffaloschools.org/CTE
Watch: ▶️https://vimeo.com/1148632841
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
Happy Karen New Year!
Visit www.buffaloschools.org/athletics for BPS Athletics schedules, registration, physical times, scores, and more.
Holiday cheer filled the Lobby of The City of Buffalo's City Hall today as students from PS 79 Pfc. William J. Grabiarz School of Excellence shared a joyful holiday performance! Their talent and energy truly brightened the day. Missed it? Don’t worry! Join us again on Friday, December 19, from 11 a.m.–12 p.m. for more festive fun and student performances.
Talented BPS students filled the Lobby with festive holiday music, spreading cheer to everyone who stopped by. They’ll be back for more holiday performances: A special thank you to Ms. Anne Landey and the BPS Music Department for making today’s performance so magical!
Don’t miss the next chance to celebrate the season with us!
Don’t miss the next chance to celebrate the season with us!
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
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.