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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Dec 11, 20201 min read
The Academy School #131
On February 12, 2020, I visited The Academy School #131, which serves students in grades seven to twelve. The Academy School has a...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Dec 2, 20201 min read
Burgard High School
On February 12, 2020, I visited Burgard High School. My visit began with a conversation with Principal Charlene Watson and Assistant...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Oct 22, 20202 min read
Reopening Schools Update
Here is an update from last night’s BOE Meeting from a discussion on re-opening schools to in-person learning. Safety and the science of...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Aug 30, 20203 min read
Royal Academy of Buffalo Charter School
In May, a report was published here on a new charter school proposed for Buffalo, called Learn4Life, showing grave concern with a history...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Jul 22, 20201 min read
NYSSBA Law Conference on Reopening Schools
On Tuesday July 21, I attended the NYSSBA Law Conference on Reopening Schools. Safety and Health, Special Education, and Collective...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
May 29, 20202 min read
2020-21 BPS Budget Summary
On Wednesday, the BOE unanimously approved the 2020-21 Budget at a total cost of $954.7 million. Reductions had to be made to close an...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
May 17, 20206 min read
"Reimagine Education" Exhibit A: Buffalo
By, Larry Scott, Paulette Woods, & Keith Jones Updated July 27, 2020 On Tuesday, May 5, Governor Cuomo announced a partnership with Bill...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
May 6, 20202 min read
Legislators must not leave our schools and students behind
Buffalo News: Another Voice By Larry Scott Our health care and front-line workers have gallantly stepped up to meet the challenges of the...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Apr 14, 20202 min read
Bridging the Digital Divide
In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, I have encountered some inspiring acts of service, where some great people have really come through...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Mar 30, 20202 min read
Statement on Impending NY State Budget & Education Funding
As an at-Large Board of Education Member for Buffalo Public Schools, a Buffalo Public School parent, and a school psychologist, I am...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Mar 12, 20202 min read
Riverside Academy
On February 4, I visited Riverside Academy with West District Board Member Jennifer Mecozzi. Riverside Academy is a new innovative high...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Mar 10, 20202 min read
Bennett School of Innovative Technology
On February 4, I visited the School of Innovative Technology on the Bennett Campus. Principal Carlos Alvarez gave me a great tour of some...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Feb 25, 20202 min read
Research Laboratory for Bioinformatics & Life Sciences
On February 4, I visited the Research Lab for Bioinformatics & Life Sciences, which is housed in the Bennett High School complex, along...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Feb 1, 20201 min read
Lafayette International Community High School
I had a great visit to Lafayette High School’s Saturday Academy today. I learned about a new alternative consequence that Principal John...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Jan 18, 20206 min read
Are Charter Schools the Panacea for Challenges in Urban Education?
The Impact of Charters on Buffalo Public Schools By: Larry Scott January 18, 2020 Click here to view The Buffalo News Publication:...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Jan 15, 20202 min read
Statement on Contract for Yellow Bus Transportation
January 15, 2020 The Board hired a firm to conduct an extensive Request for Bid process, beginning this past summer. Over 30...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Nov 7, 20191 min read
First Student Transportation Update
Last night, in the Finance & Ops Work Session, the BOE was provided an update on the First Student Transportation crisis. Since First...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Sep 16, 20191 min read
RESTORATIVE PRACTICE: A WHOLE SCHOOL CHANGE
On Wednesday, September 11, 2019, Associate Superintendent Tonja Williams gave a presentation on Restorative Practices in Buffalo Public...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Jul 31, 20191 min read
Central Registration Parent Conference
On July 17, 2019, a very informative and constructive dialogue on Central Registration reform was held with parents. A shared value in...
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Scott for Buffalo Schools
Jun 19, 20192 min read
Discrediting the School Board Election
June 18, 2019 Dear Senators Andrea Stewart-Cousins & Tim Kennedy: The Buffalo News Editorial Board and outgoing School Board Member Larry...
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