We celebrate the birthday of Rosa Parks , whose brave stand in 1955 sparked a civil rights movement. As we continue to observe Black History Month, we honor her lasting legacy of courage and justice.
Reminder: Youth Mentorship Program is happening tonight! Empowering Buffalo Youth Through Weekly Mentoring—every Tuesday until 2/11/2025 from 6:00–8:00 PM to develop life skills, boost academic focus, and be inspired by impactful guest speakers. https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/1926810
UPDATE: BPS is pleased to inform all students and staff at School #31 that the water supply issue at the school has been resolved and that normal in-person instruction at the school will resume on Tuesday, February 4. We appreciate the patience and understanding of the students, families and staff at school 31. Thank you.
Due to a disruption of the water supply to School 31, Harriet Ross Tubman, on Monday, February 3, 2025.
February marks the beginning of Black History month! BPS honors the rich heritage of Black Americans, celebrating their contributions and achievements that shape our world and inspire a future of equality.
Today is the first day that 4-Digit Student Data Privacy Pins will be in effect when calling for student information: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/1948014
BPS has a busy Saturday ahead! From Saturday Academies to BPTO Meetings, there's something for everyone. Plus, don’t miss the District-Wide Wellness Team session and to recognize World Hijab Day. Reminder that 4-digit PINs activate this weekend. See what is happening here: https://www.buffaloschools.org/events?start_date=2025-02-01&end_date=2025-02-01&view=list-month
Reminder: PIN Requirement starts soon. Starting Saturday 2/1/2025, all BPS Parents/Caregivers must provide a Personal ID Number (PIN) when calling the school for any student information, including attendance. Each student has a unique 4-digit PIN. PINs are on report cards and in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal (Backpack).
This policy helps protect student privacy. Be ready—this goes live in just 2 days.
More Information: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-accountability/page/data-privacy/
From BPS.
It's time for Wednesdays with Williams! The 45th Annual Keeping the Dream Alive Assembly at historic City Honors School celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s vision of equity, justice, and unity, honoring the dream and call to action that continues to inspire us all. Join Dr. Tonja Williams Knight, Congressman Tim Kennedy, and Dr. Bill Kresse in commemorating this wonderful event. ▶https://vimeo.com/1050910679
The CITT will be closed for the Lunar New Year 1/29/25. For district device attention please check https://www.buffaloschools.org/CITT for distribution hours.
Don't miss out on BPS Saturday Academies and Farmers Markets happening at various BPS schools! Find a location near you! https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/1854510
Reminder: Grades close today for Quarter 2 report cards.
Pre-K Night at the Museum is tonight! Hope to see our PK families and future scientists at the Buffalo Museum of Science! https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/1958179
Important message.
Buffalo Public Schools will be open tomorrow, Thursday, January 23, 2025. The district also advises students to dress warmly and cautions them against walking in the street.
Due to the Buffalo Public Schools being closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Regents exams originally scheduled for this week have been rescheduled. See the attached schedule.
https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/page/regents
Buffalo Public Schools will be Closed on Wednesday, January 22
Due to continuing extreme wind chill and snowfall along with declared emergencies by the Governor and City of Buffalo, the Buffalo Public Schools will be closed on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. All students and staff are to stay home.
High School Regents exams scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday will be rescheduled for Thursday and Friday. Please keep warm and safe.
If you or someone you know is in need of support, call 211 for food needs and emergency shelter information or call 988 for mental health resources.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (January 20, 2025) – Out of an abundance of caution and concern, due to reported and anticipated snow accumulation overnight and extreme wind chill factors for tomorrow morning, along with the New York State Governor declaring a Disaster Emergency for Erie County, the Buffalo Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, with no remote instruction.
All students and staff are to stay home and stay safe.
High School Regents exams scheduled for Tuesday will be rescheduled because of the state of emergency order issued by New York State. The district will submit a request to the New York State Education Department to recover any snow days used during the emergency order.
Extreme wind chill weather challenges are expected to continue onWednesday. Although a final decision for Wednesday has not been determined, it is possible that it will be a day of remote instruction, which will require high school students needing to report for Regentsexams. In that circumstance, all staff will be expected to report to their worksites.
Parents, please plan for this and plan, if at all possible, to:
Drive them to and from their exams.
Ensure they're dressed in layers with proper outside winter gear.
Check NFTA schedules to delay bus wait time.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: All students and staff must be prepared to engage in remote learning in the case of future school closures. The district has utilized all three of its allotted snow days for the 2024-2025 school year. As you may be aware, all public schools in New York State, including Buffalo Public Schools, are required to have 180 days a year.
In the event of a remote day of learning, next week specifically between 1/21 – 1/24 due to the New York State Regents exams taking place all staff will be expected to report to their worksites.
Any student who is scheduled to take a NYS Regents must report to their school to take their exam. This is mandatory.
High school students not taking a Regents exam should stay home.
Elementary students in grades 3 – 8 are instructed to stay home, and to connect remotely with their teachers using their school-issued or personal devices through such platforms as Schoology, Clever, and Teams.
Students in PreK – 2, teachers have sent home printed work to be kept for future use in the event the district is conducting remote learning.
If families have questions, they can call the helpdesk at 716-816-3510.
Happening Today: City Honors School at 9:00 AM for the 45th annual "Keeping the Dream Alive" assembly, celebrating justice, equality, and Dr. King's legacy! https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/1962047