Looking ahead to next school year? Open Houses are happening now across select Buffalo Public Schools! Students and families are invited to learn more about our programs, meet staff, and explore new opportunities. View Open House list: https://www.buffaloschools.org/events?filter_ids=348975&view=list-month&start_date=2025-09-01&end_date=2026-09-30
Please be advised that we will be holding our first lockdown drill this week.
BPS Family Resource Centers are open to all BPS families, students, and staff! Conveniently located across the city, offering free classes and programs year-round — from Cooking & Baking, ASL, and Family Book Club to Zumba, Sewing, Boxing, Mental Health First Aid, and more! Explore 2025–2026 offerings: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-family-and-community-engagement/page/familyresourcecenters
Today we recognize Dussehra, a festival marking the end of Navratri. Best wishes to all who are observing.
At sundown today, Yom Kippur begins. We send our best wishes to all who are observing.
Students and staff across the district wore orange shirts today to show your support for Orange Shirt Day—keep those photos rolling in!
Members of the BPS Family gathered today on the steps of Niagara Square wearing orange in support of Orange Shirt Day, honoring and remembering that Every Child Matters.
Reminder: Tonight is the first of four 100-Day Plan Town Hall Meetings with Dr. Pascal Mubenga!
Share your ideas and help shape the future of Buffalo Public Schools. Details: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/2411420
Share your ideas and help shape the future of Buffalo Public Schools. Details: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/bps/article/2411420
Today is Orange Shirt Day, and we’re excited to see Buffalo Public Schools showing full support! Together, we remember, honor, and respect every child.
What an amazing day we had at the High School Showcase last Saturday! Families came to McKinley High School to explore BPS programs, discover Career & Technical Education pathways, and learn about the application process. Thank you to our students, families, staff, and especially our BPS Counseling Department for making the event such a success!
Applications for the 2026–27 school year open today. Families can apply for Elementary School Choice (Grades 3Y–8) and High School Choice (Grades 9–12) between September 29 and December 5, 2025. The application will be available on our website starting September 29. For details, visit Admissions & Registration: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-admissions-registration/page/application-testing-information-copy
Applications for the 2026–27 school year open today. Families can apply for Elementary School Choice (Grades 3Y–8) and High School Choice (Grades 9–12) between September 29 and December 5, 2025. The application will be available on our website starting September 29. For details, visit Admissions & Registration: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-admissions-registration/page/application-testing-information-copy
Applications for the 2026–27 school year open today. Families can apply for Elementary School Choice (Grades 3Y–8) and High School Choice (Grades 9–12) between September 29 and December 5, 2025. The application will be available on our website starting September 29. For details, visit Admissions & Registration: https://www.buffaloschools.org/o/dept-admissions-registration/page/application-testing-information-copy
Join us for our Saturday Academy on October 4th
Parents and students—time to take the next step toward an incredible educational experience! Admissions testing windows are opening for some of the area’s most outstanding schools right here in BPS—don’t miss your opportunity to apply! Visit www.buffaloschools.org/enroll for details and application information.
Southside Apparel now on sale!!!
High School Showcase happening this Saturday!
Today we celebrate International Day of Sign Languages, honoring communication, inclusion, and accessibility for all.
Today marks the beginning of Sharad Navaratri and Rosh Hashana. BPS sends warm wishes to all who are celebrating these meaningful holidays. May this season bring peace, joy, and new beginnings for you and your loved ones.
Updated vaccination clinic information: Today's clinic has been rescheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2025, at East High School. It will be open to BPS families from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. View the updated flyer for details: https://5il.co/3mxg8