Buffalo Commons Charter School
Our Mission
Buffalo Commons is an academically rigorous, creative, and collaborative K-8 learning community that uses research-based teaching practices and innovative programming to close the opportunity gap and prepare a diverse student body to lead successful lives which strengthen their communities.
Our promise to families is simple: We prepare every Buffalo Commons student for a successful and purposeful life that strengthens their community. This means providing best-in class academic preparation, supporting each child in becoming an ethical decision-maker, offering all students the tools they need to thrive in our diverse world, and developing every child’s sense of purpose.
Buffalo Commons is tuition-free and welcomes students of all backgrounds, including those with special needs and English Language Learners.
Fast Facts
- Small classes with two (2) teachers in every room
- Innovative real-world curriculum
- Strong culturally-relevant instruction
- Focus on developing students’ sense of purpose
- Daily social emotional learning curriculum
- Arts education in dance, music, and the visual arts
- Special Education teacher at each grade level
- Comprehensive ENL programs and services
- Restorative approach to discipline
- Emphasis on family partnerships
- Free transportation for all students
- Organization-wide commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion