Stampede News
Buffalo Point Elementary

The mission of Buffalo Point is to create a community where all can learn and grow successfully.
March 20, 2026
In this Newsletter
- PTA Next Year
- Fill the Pot Goods Drive
- March After-School Movie
- Preschool Registration
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Calendar
2026 - 2027 PTA: We Want You!
At our last PTA meeting, the PTA leaders were approved for next year. Here they are:
- President: Ashley Watts
- President Elect: Laura Metcalf
- Vice President: Sadee Washburn
- Treasurer: Christina Romney
- Secretary: Alyssa Moran
Buffalo Point PTA Committee Chairs – We Need YOU!
Want to be part of the magic that makes our school events so memorable? This is your chance!
We are looking for Committee Chairs for our 2025–2026 PTA events! These are the amazing people who help bring our events to life—from the first idea to the final clean-up.
What does a Committee Chair do?
- Helps plan and organize the event
- Makes sure we have enough awesome volunteers
- Keeps the event on budget
- Works through all the fun details in between
Don’t worry, you are NOT doing this alone!
You’ll have the full support of the PTA Board every step of the way. We’re here to help, guide, and cheer you on!
Whether you love planning, organizing, decorating, or just want to get more involved, there’s something for everyone.
Why sign up?
- Get more involved in your child’s school
- Help create unforgettable experiences for our students
- Meet other amazing parents and staff
- Make a BIG impact in a fun way!
Take a look and sign up for anything that sparks your interest!
We can’t do it without our incredible Buffalo Point community! Thank you for helping us make this year the BEST yet!
Buffalo Strong. Stampede Proud.
Fill the Pot Goods Drive
Buffalo Point Elementary’s Student Council is teaming up with the Lantern House for a Goods Drive. The Lantern House is a homeless shelter located in Ogden, Utah that houses and feeds over 300 men, women and children. While homeless shelters everywhere receive many donations from Thanksgiving to Christmas, often these shelters experience bare shelves throughout the rest of the year. The Lantern House is currently in need of the items listed below. Will you help us “Fill the Pot”!
Pre K/K- Travel Size Lotion/Travel Size Toothpaste
1st – Travel Size Deodorant/Toothbrushes
2nd – Canned Vegetables /Travel Size Shampoo & Conditioner
3rd – Canned Meat/Garbage Bags
4th – Canned Beans/Paper Towels
5th – Canned Fruit/Toilet Paper
6th – Pasta Sauce/Laundry Detergent
View the full flyer that attached or HERE.
March After-School Movie
Our next after-school PTA movie is Friday, March 27. The movie is a GRAND movie.
- Grand guests are invited to attend. Grands who don't want to sit on the floor will need to bring their own chair.
- Chldren who do NOT attend Buffalo Point (such as younger siblings) will not be permitted.
- Due to the count of popcorn, we will not accept ANY payment the day of. It must be paid by 10:00pm on March 26th to attend.
- Doors for grands will not open until 1:30.
This is the link to purchase tickets online
https://buffalopoint.givebacks.com/shop/items/02f6cea6917c
Preschool 2026 - 2027 Registration Information
The DSD early childhood programs have begun registering for next year. Please see the flyer below for information. If you know people who would not receive this newsletter but have interest in preschool, please refer them to the DSD Early Childhood Office: 801-402-5409 or https://www.davis.k12.ut.us/o/dsd/page/early-childhood-programs
Volunteer Signups
We would love parent support with these upcoming events. Use the links for each to sign up where you can. As a reminder, all volunteers, including field trip chaperones, must have a DSD background check. Use this link to schedule yours: https://calendly.com/dsdfingerprinting
April After-School PTA Movie
For the after-school PTA movie, we need volunteers to help with ushering, treats distribution, and supervision.
Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/qbTVwPp
BOGO Bookfair
We need volunteers for our BOGO Book Fair! Your help will keep things running smoothly and support our students—thank you!
Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/ONzdQoS
Fuel the Faculty: Midweek Treats
Each Wednesday, we’d like to stock the lounge with snacks and drinks to show our teachers how much we appreciate them. Parents can help by donating items that will give our staff a mid-week boost.
Items Needed
- Candy Bars – Any variety is welcome.
- Soda/Drinks – Soda cans.
Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/wrBHtyU
Calendar
- 3/21: Newsies School Musical: 4:00 PM
- 3/21: Newsies School Musical: 7:00 PM
- 3/23 - 3/27: RISE testing
- 3/24: 4th/5th field trip -- Davis Goes Green
- 3/25: Community Council: 3:45 PM
- 3/27: PTA after-school movie: 1:30 PM
- 3/30 - 4/3: Spring Break
- 4/6 - 4/10: RISE testing
- 4/10: PTA after-school movie: 1:30 PM
- 4/13 - 4/17: RISE testing
- 4/15: PTA meeting: 3:45 PM
- 4/17: 5th grade maturation
- 4/20 - 4/23: RISE testing
- 4/24: No School
- 4/27 - 5/1: RISE testing
- 4/27: 4th and 5th Capitol field trip
- 4/27 - 5/1: BOGO Bookfair
Contact Us
Principal: Ryan Van Natter • rvannatter@dsdmail.net • office 801-402-8402
Administrative Intern: Austin Green • augreen@dsdmail.net • office 801-402-8403
Office Manager: Andrea Scanlon • ascanlon@dsdmail.net • office 801-402-8400
Location: 1924 Doral Drive, Syracuse, UT 84075
Phone: 801-402-8400
Website: buffalopoint.davis.k12.ut.us
Facebook: Buffalo Point
Instagram: @buffalopoint.stampede