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.
5-8 Grade Track and Field registration is now open! To register visit: wwwbuffaloschools.org/athletics
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!
Student leaders from across Buffalo Public Schools met at City Hall for the BPS Inter High Student Council meeting. They toured City Hall, met with Superintendent Dr. Pascal Mubenga and city leaders, and shared ideas about our community. Thanks to the Student Support Department for helping students get involved in local government.
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.
Congrats to the Olmsted Owls Boys Basketball on a 65–56 Far West Regional WIN over Bishop Kearney Kings—next up vs. the Windsor Black Knights at Buffalo State on March 14 at 7:30 PM.
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.
Game on. Meetings underway for the BPS Technology Department’s eSports program as teams from Lafayette (207), IPrep (198), South Park (206), and DaVinci (212) get ready to compete. Level up and learn more at www.buffaloschools.org/esports.
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!
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.
Congratulations to the 1st Place Research Raptors Unified Bowling Team! So proud!
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.
Congratulations goes out to the Frederick Law Olmsted boys basketball team as they won the Section VI overall Class B championship with a dominant performance over Tapestry 58 - 45.
Thank you to everyone who joined 2026 BPS Partner Breakfast! We’re grateful to see so many city organizations supporting our adult students and look forward to another year of collaboration.
The Buffalo Sabres, Trusted Gives, and Tops Friendly Markets helped BPS #53 this week by providing 800 care kits to students. We are grateful to our partners for their continued support and for uplifting our school community!
B1 CHAMPIONS!
The Olmsted Boys Varsity Basketball Team defeated Medina 68–33 to win the Section VI B1 Championship! Congrats to Principal Dr. Giovanna Claudio-Cotto, Coaches Bush & Vaccaro, and the entire team for their hard work and sportsmanship.
The Olmsted Boys Varsity Basketball Team defeated Medina 68–33 to win the Section VI B1 Championship! Congrats to Principal Dr. Giovanna Claudio-Cotto, Coaches Bush & Vaccaro, and the entire team for their hard work and sportsmanship.
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!
March is Reading Month, a time to celebrate the joy and importance of reading. At PS 64, students had the opportunity to hear Dr. Mubenga read and share stories with them. It was a special moment that highlighted how books can spark imagination, build confidence, and inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Buffalo Public Schools wishes our students, families, and staff a joyful and colorful Holi! Let’s celebrate the festival of colors, happiness, and togetherness.
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!