PUBLIC NOTICE/NEWS RELEASE New Buffalo Area Schools is accepting students for the Bison Beginners pre-kindergarten program and kindergarten students for the 2026-2027 school year.
It is helpful to know how many students we will have as we begin planning for the 2026-2027 school year. If you believe your child will qualify for either the Bison Beginners pre-kindergarten program or for kindergarten, please contact the elementary school office at 269-469-6060 so we can make sure your student is on our enrollment list. You can also email the elementary school’s administrative assistant Jenna Wendel at jwendel@nbas.org. Please contact the office by Monday, April 6, 2026. You will need to include the following information: child’s name, birth date, parent/guardian name, address, phone number and email address.
BISON BEGINNERS Parents/guardians that have children who will be four years old on or before September 1, 2026 are able to register their child for the Bison Beginners pre-kindergarten program. The program offers both half-day (a.m. only) or full-day sessions. Enrollment is limited to 25 students.
KINDERGARTEN Parents/guardians with students that will be five years old on or before September 1, 2026 are able to register their child for the full-day kindergarten program.
SCHOOL OF CHOICE AND TUITION If you do not reside in the New Buffalo Area Schools district but do live in Michigan, you are welcome to apply for the School of Choice program. Tuition is also an available enrollment option for students living out-of-state. Information and applications for both programs are on our district’s website: https://www.nbas.org/o/nbas/page/school-of-choice-and-tuition-students.
HEARING/VISION/DENTAL SCREENING Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students planning to attend New Buffalo Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year will be able to have a hearing, vision and dental screening performed by the Berrien County Health Department on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 from 2:45-6:00 pm at New Buffalo Elementary. Appointments (15 minutes) are required - please call or email the school office to schedule. This screening is required by the state of Michigan for kindergarten and highly encouraged by our district for pre-kindergarten. Please bring your student’s birth certificate (original or a copy), student’s immunization record and parent/guardian picture ID.
If you will not be attending the health screening on April 28, please contact the Berrien County Health Department at 269-926-7121, extension 5293 to schedule an appointment or visit their website for more information: Dental Hearing & Vision Screening | Berrien County, MI.
It is helpful to know how many students we will have as we begin planning for the 2026-2027 school year. If you believe your child will qualify for either the Bison Beginners pre-kindergarten program or for kindergarten, please contact the elementary school office at 269-469-6060 so we can make sure your student is on our enrollment list. You can also email the elementary school’s administrative assistant Jenna Wendel at jwendel@nbas.org. Please contact the office by Monday, April 6, 2026. You will need to include the following information: child’s name, birth date, parent/guardian name, address, phone number and email address.
BISON BEGINNERS Parents/guardians that have children who will be four years old on or before September 1, 2026 are able to register their child for the Bison Beginners pre-kindergarten program. The program offers both half-day (a.m. only) or full-day sessions. Enrollment is limited to 25 students.
KINDERGARTEN Parents/guardians with students that will be five years old on or before September 1, 2026 are able to register their child for the full-day kindergarten program.
SCHOOL OF CHOICE AND TUITION If you do not reside in the New Buffalo Area Schools district but do live in Michigan, you are welcome to apply for the School of Choice program. Tuition is also an available enrollment option for students living out-of-state. Information and applications for both programs are on our district’s website: https://www.nbas.org/o/nbas/page/school-of-choice-and-tuition-students.
HEARING/VISION/DENTAL SCREENING Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students planning to attend New Buffalo Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year will be able to have a hearing, vision and dental screening performed by the Berrien County Health Department on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 from 2:45-6:00 pm at New Buffalo Elementary. Appointments (15 minutes) are required - please call or email the school office to schedule. This screening is required by the state of Michigan for kindergarten and highly encouraged by our district for pre-kindergarten. Please bring your student’s birth certificate (original or a copy), student’s immunization record and parent/guardian picture ID.
If you will not be attending the health screening on April 28, please contact the Berrien County Health Department at 269-926-7121, extension 5293 to schedule an appointment or visit their website for more information: Dental Hearing & Vision Screening | Berrien County, MI.
Field Dedication Celebration
March 26, 2026 6:00 p.m.
March 26, 2026 6:00 p.m.
New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education Meeting, Monday, March 9, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the MS/HS Cafeteria.
Congratulations to all the participants of the New Buffalo Middle School Winter Chess Tournament! With over 24 students and staff joining in, this event was a fantastic display of strategy, skill, and sportsmanship. All games were played during lunch. Thank you for making it a memorable and exciting competition—well done, everyone! All students are encouraged and invited to sign up for our NBMS Spring Tournament starting in April.
Congratulations to Graham Rodgers for winning 1st place and Caleb Noff winning 2nd place in the tournament!
Congratulations to Graham Rodgers for winning 1st place and Caleb Noff winning 2nd place in the tournament!
Enjoy a night out while supporting a great cause!
Join us Thursday, March 12 at Hummingbird Lounge for a Charity Night benefiting the World Travel Club. When you come in for dinner, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to help support students and their travel opportunities.
New Buffalo Area Schools
Request for Proposals (RFP)
Baseball Field Retaining Wall & Site Demolition
New Buffalo Area Schools will be on a 2 hour delay today Monday, February 23, 2026 due to snow conditions.
New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education Meeting, Monday, February 23, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the PAC
As we move through the end of Winter, I’m grateful for the energy, care, and teamwork happening across New Buffalo Area Schools every day.
In this newsletter, you’ll see updates on how we’re supporting student well-being and school culture!
Read our Winter Newsletter update here: https://app.smore.com/n/8ktbn
New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education Meeting, Monday, February 9, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the PAC
New Buffalo Area Schools Kindness Club Pet Supply Drive is in need of your help! We are collecting food, toys, blankets, towels, beds and any other items that may be useful for the Michiana Humane Society. Donations will be collected from now until February 18th. We will have collection bins set up near the energy bus for all who wish to donate. Your support is greatly appreciated by both the kids and the animals who will benefit.
SAVE THE DATE
The Wizard of Oz
March 20, 2026 7:00 PM
March 21, 2026 7:00 PM
March 22, 2026 7:00 PM
New Buffalo Area Schools will be closed today Monday, January 26, 2026.
New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education Meeting/Board Retreat, Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:00 p.m. at 9 S. Barton Street, New Buffalo, MI 49117
Due to anticipated cold temperatures New Buffalo Area Schools will be closed tomorrow Friday, January 23, 2026.
Adam Bowen
Superintendent
New Buffalo Area Schools
Adam Bowen
Superintendent
New Buffalo Area Schools
World Travel Club Give Back Night. Thursday, January 22nd at Postboy located at 207 N. Whittaker Street, New Buffalo.
New Buffalo Area Schools will be closed tomorrow January 20, 2026 due to inclement weather.
Dear New Buffalo Families,
Parent-teacher conferences will be held today from 1:00–4:00 PM and 6:00–8:00 PM.
We look forward to seeing everyone this afternoon or evening. Please continue to travel safely.
Sincerely,
Adam Bowen
Parent-teacher conferences will be held today from 1:00–4:00 PM and 6:00–8:00 PM.
We look forward to seeing everyone this afternoon or evening. Please continue to travel safely.
Sincerely,
Adam Bowen
Dear New Buffalo Families,
School will be canceled on Thursday, January 15, 2026, due to ongoing snow and hazardous travel conditions.
We understand that parent-teacher conferences are scheduled on Thursday as well and would like to proceed with them if conditions allow. We will continue to monitor the weather and road conditions and will determine by 11:00 AM whether conferences will take place as scheduled or if an alternate date will be needed.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding. Please stay safe.
Sincerely,
Adam Bowen
Superintendent
New Buffalo Area Schools
School will be canceled on Thursday, January 15, 2026, due to ongoing snow and hazardous travel conditions.
We understand that parent-teacher conferences are scheduled on Thursday as well and would like to proceed with them if conditions allow. We will continue to monitor the weather and road conditions and will determine by 11:00 AM whether conferences will take place as scheduled or if an alternate date will be needed.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding. Please stay safe.
Sincerely,
Adam Bowen
Superintendent
New Buffalo Area Schools
New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education Meeting, Monday, January 12, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the PAC
