Stampede News
Buffalo Point Elementary
The mission of Buffalo Point is to create a community where all can learn and grow successfully.
August 7, 2026
In this Newsletter
- Back-to-School Night
- Join PTA
- School Community Council - Call for Candidates
- Information in Previous Stampede News
- Calendar
Back-to-School Night
We’re excited to welcome our Buffalo Point families back for Back-to-School Night! Join us for an open house where students and families can meet their teachers, visit classrooms, and reconnect with friends as we get ready for another great school year.
After the open house, stick around for our PTA-sponsored Ice Cream Social! It’s a great chance to enjoy a treat, visit with other Buffalo Point families, and celebrate the start of a new school year together.
Join PTA
Joining the PTA doesn't mean you're signing up to volunteer every week or take on more than your schedule allows. A PTA membership is simply a way to support our school and the opportunities it provides for students.
Your membership helps fund family events, teacher support, student programs, and other experiences that make school more engaging and enjoyable. Whether you can volunteer often, occasionally, or not at all, your membership still makes a meaningful impact.
If you're looking for an easy way to support Buffalo Point Elementary, joining the PTA is a great place to start. Join here.
School Community Council – Call for Candidates
Buffalo Point Elementary is accepting parent candidates for our School Community Council! This advisory group works with school staff to review data, guide academic goals, and decide how to use School LAND Trust funds to support student learning.
The council also gives input on digital safety, school policies, and other important topics that impact our school. Parents serve a two-year term and attend 4–6 meetings per year.
The candidacy form (attached) is due by September 2. Elections, if needed, will be held on September 4 at the school.
Want to make a difference? Join us!
Questions? Contact the principal at rvannatter@dsdmail.net.
Information in Previous Stampede News
From Stampede News July 28
- Theme and Prinicipal Contact. THe 2026-27 theme is "Adventure Awaits." Call or text Mr. Van Natter at 801-425-7499.
- Transportation Update. No busing for Buffalo Point. Crossing guard added at 3000 W roundabout.
- Art Donations. Donate supplies for art. Requests are HERE.
- Stay connected. Follow and find information using these links: school website, Facebook, Instagram, and PTA communications
Calendar
- 8/10 and 8/11: Kindergarten testing
- 8/18: Back-to-school night and PTA ice cream social: 5:30 - 6:30
- 8/20: First day of school - All students meet teachers in front of the school
- Early-out schedule: 1:30
- 8/31 - 9/11: PTA Fill the Calendar fundraiser
- 9/2: PTA meeting: 3:45 in the library
- 9/7: Labor Day: No school
- 9/11: School Pictures
- 9/11: Vision and hearing screening
- 9/18: PTA Neon party: 5:30 - 8:30
- 9/21 - 9/25: Parent-teacher conferences
- Early-out schedule: 1:30
- Book Fair
- 9/23: Boo to the Flu shot clinic: 3:00 - 6:00
Contact Us
Principal: Ryan Van Natter • rvannatter@dsdmail.net • office 801-402-8402
Administrative Intern: Liz Wiser • ewiser@dsdmail.net • office 801-402-8403
Office Manager: Andrea Scanlon • ascanlon@dsdmail.net • office 801-402-8400
PTA: Ashley Watts (president) • awatts@dsdmail.net • PTA GroupMe
Location: 1924 Doral Drive, Syracuse, UT 84075
Phone: 801-402-8400
Website: buffalopoint.davis.k12.ut.us
Facebook: Buffalo Point
Instagram: @buffalopoint.stampede