Sign up for our last blood drive of the school year!

đź“… Date: May 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 Location: Health Sciences Charter School parking lot
🚌 On the ConnectLife Blood Donation Bus

Who can donate:
Staff and Students 16 years and older are eligible to donate. Students who are 16 will need a parent/guardian permission form.

đź”— Sign up to donate:
Scan the QR code on the flyer, or visit ConnectLifeGiveBlood.org and enter Sponsor Code: 001891.

If you have questions or need a permission form, please contact Mrs. Pettway.
about 23 hours ago, Health Sciences Charter School
Sign up for our last blood drive of the school year!   📅 Date: May 20, 2026 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM 📍 Location: Health Sciences Charter School parking lot 🚌 On the ConnectLife Blood Donation Bus  Who can donate: Staff and Students 16 years and older are eligible to donate. Students who are 16 will need a parent/guardian permission form.  🔗 Sign up to donate: Scan the QR code on the flyer, or visit ConnectLifeGiveBlood.org and enter Sponsor Code: 001891.  If you have questions or need a permission form, please contact Mrs. Pettway.

To all the families who joined our lottery on April 1st—thank you for the incredible interest in HSCS! We can’t wait to welcome our newest students this fall. 🩺✨

Public Enrollment starts NOW. If you're looking for hands-on labs, athletic excellence, and a path to a healthcare career, now is the time to apply.

Apply here: https://www.healthsciencescharterschool.org/

16 days ago, Health Sciences Charter School
To all the families who joined our lottery on April 1st—thank you for the incredible interest in HSCS! We can’t wait to welcome our newest students this fall. 🩺✨  Public Enrollment starts NOW. If you're looking for hands-on labs, athletic excellence, and a path to a healthcare career, now is the time to apply.
Behind every great school is an incredible leadership team! đź’™ This Assistant Principals Week, we are shouting out the amazing AP Walker and AP Jones.

Thank you for your tireless dedication to our students, your unwavering support for our staff, and for being the heartbeat of Health Sciences Charter School. We truly wouldn't be who we are without you! 🧬✨
17 days ago, Health Sciences Charter School
Behind every great school is an incredible leadership team! 💙 This Assistant Principals Week, we are shouting out the amazing AP Walker and AP Jones.  Thank you for your tireless dedication to our students, your unwavering support for our staff, and for being the heartbeat of Health Sciences Charter School. We truly wouldn't be who we are without you! 🧬✨

New HealthWay Class Alert!!!

Due to popular demand we are going to run a SECOND phlebotomy certification class! Check out the details below and apply now before it fills up again!

Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/m376fdh5

Class Dates & Times:
May 18 - June 29, 2026
Monday - Thursday 4pm - 8pm
Location: Healthway Workforce Training Center, 1221 Main St. Buffalo, NY 14209
Tuition Cost: $1.800.00
Registration Deadline: May 1, 2026

Tuition Scholarships are available through 199SEIU! Go to healthsciencescharterschool.org for the scholarship information!

18 days ago, Health Sciences Charter School
Due to popular demand we are going to run a SECOND phlebotomy certification class!  Check out the details below and apply now before it fills up again!    Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/m376fdh5  Class Dates & Times:  May 18 - June 29, 2026  Monday - Thursday 4pm - 8pm Location: Healthway Workforce Training Center, 1221 Main St. Buffalo, NY 14209 Tuition Cost: $1.800.00 Registration Deadline: May 1, 2026

The Lottery drops at 1:30pm TODAY! Get those applications in so you can get your spot reserved today!!

https://healthsciencescs.schoolmint.com/login

24 days ago, Health Sciences Charter School
The Lottery drops at 1:30pm TODAY!  Get those applications in so you can get your spot reserved today!!

Join us for our Open House on tonight from 6:00–8:00 PM at Health Sciences Charter School!

Families will have the opportunity to tour the school, meet staff, and participate in mini workshops focused on training and conditioning.

Please come dressed to work out and be prepared to spend some time outside. *weather permitting

25 days ago, Diamonique Pettway
Open house 3/31

The Lottery is ALMOST HERE!

Our lottery is happening TOMORROW 4/1/2026 at 1:30 pm. If you want to snag your child's spot, make sure you go to our application on SchoolMint and apply today!!

https://healthsciencescs.schoolmint.com/login

As a reminder - we are no longer on the common app so make sure you use our link!

25 days ago, Health Sciences Charter School
The lottery for admission to Health Sciences Charter School for the 2026-27 school year is on April 1st at 1:30pm.  Apply today at https://healthsciencescs.schoolmint.com/login
Join us for our Open House on March 31 from 6:00–8:00 PM at Health Sciences Charter School!

Families will have the opportunity to tour the school, meet staff, and participate in mini workshops focused on training and conditioning.

Please come dressed to work out and be prepared to spend some time outside. *weather permitting
26 days ago, Diamonique Pettway
Open house 3/31
Join us for our Open House on March 31 from 6:00–8:00 PM at Health Sciences Charter School!

Families will have the opportunity to tour the school, meet staff, and participate in mini workshops focused on training and conditioning.

Please come dressed to work out and be prepared to spend some time outside. *weather permitting
28 days ago, Health Sciences Charter School
Open house 3/31
Join us for our Open House on March 31 from 6:00–8:00 PM at Health Sciences Charter School!

Families will have the opportunity to tour the school, meet staff, and participate in mini workshops focused on training and conditioning.

Please come dressed to work out and be prepared to spend some time outside. *weather permitting
30 days ago, Health Sciences Charter School
Open house 3/31
Come join us for our annual Iftar Night on March 12th from 6:30 - 8:30 hosted by our Muslim Student Association! There will be dinner, henna, games, and so much more! Admission is free!
about 2 months ago, Health Sciences Charter School
Iftar Night 2025 on March 12th 2026 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Check out a quick preview of Enterprise's visit to #BigHealth
about 2 months ago, Jennifer Fazekas
Students visiting HSCS
Students visiting HSCS
Students visiting HSCS
Students visiting HSCS

Get your orders in by 12pm today!
Send a heart shaped box of chocolate candy to a Health Sciences student or staff member! Order by 2/12 at noon to send a sweet treat to your Health Sciences Valentine.
https://store.healthsciencescharterschool.org/product/valentines-candy-grams/EAOD5LQSWHV7BMYFAW5O5JUV?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=true

2 months ago, Julia Meadors
Valentine's Candy Grams $2 per box. Send a box of chocolate to a Health Sciences Student or Staff Member

Send a heart shaped box of chocolate candy to a Health Sciences student or staff member! Order by 2/12 at noon to send a sweet treat to your Health Sciences Valentine. All proceeds will support the HSCS Student Government.

2 months ago, Julia Meadors
Valentine's Candy Grams $2 per box. Send a box of chocolate to a Health Sciences Student or Staff Member. All proceeds support HSCS Student Government.
Alumni, we are excited to share a new opportunity to help you further your healthcare career! Health Sciences Charter School is offering a 6-week Phlebotomy Training Course for eligible Buffalo residents. Tuition is fully covered for those who qualify.

Location:
Health Sciences Charter School – Healthway Building
1221 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14209

Course Dates & Schedule:
March 23, 2026 – May 1, 2026
Monday–Thursday | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Participants may not miss more than two classes during the training period.

Eligibility Requirements:
- Be 18 years or older
- Be a City of Buffalo resident
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Complete and pass the TABE Assessment
- Obtain a TB test

Program Benefits:
Once accepted, you will participate in the 1199SEIU ARPA Program, which includes:
- Full tuition coverage for the Phlebotomy Training Course
- A monthly stipend for students who remain employed with a partnering organization for 90+ days

How to Apply:
Complete the required prescreen form: https://forms.gle/m7t1T4K6vgVfAu3j6
Email Dr. Guerrero at cguerrero@healthsciencescharterschool.org
2 months ago, Julia Meadors
6-week Phlebotomy Training Course. March 23rd to May 1st 2026 Monday - Thursday 4:00-8:00pm. Health Sciences Charter School Healthway Building 1221 Main Streer, Buffalo, NY. Eligibility Requirements: Be 18 years or older. Be a city of Buffalo resident. Have a high school diploma or GED. Apply Today!

Calling all 2025 Graduates:
An exciting opportunity is available to begin your nursing career through a new LPN Apprenticeship Pathway in partnership with Say Yes Buffalo, Catholic Health, and Trocaire College. This program allows you to gain paid healthcare experience while working toward becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

The program is completed in three phases:
Phase 1: Work as a CNA trainee with Catholic Health and complete your CNA exam
Phase 2: Complete coursework at Trocaire College toward a Certificate in Practical Nursing while continuing to work as a CNA
Phase 3: Finish the LPN program, take the licensing exam, and earn your Certificate in Practical Nursing. All while working as a CNA.

Program Highlights:
• Earn income while gaining hands-on clinical experience
• Complete the CNA and LPN licensing exams
• Earn a Certificate in Practical Nursing through Trocaire College
• Receive support with tuition and exam costs
• Access coaching and career support through Catholic Health’s THRIVE program

Eligibility:
• 2025 graduate of a Buffalo Public or Buffalo Charter High School
• Ages 18–24

To apply, contact Dr. Guerrero at cguerrero@healthsciencescharterschool.org
AND
Fill out the program application at: https://www.cognitoforms.com/SayYesToEducationBuffalo/LPNIntakeForm

To receive more opportunities like this in the future, complete our alumni survey: https://forms.gle/AyayWQDaz98sPnqGA

3 months ago, Julia Meadors
LPN APPRENTICESHIP. An earn-and-learn partnership with Say Yes Buffalo, Catholic Health, and Trocaire College. The 2-year LPN pathway program provides essential foundational coursework and on-the-job learning to enter as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) trainees and transition to Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) roles. The 2-year apprenticeship is completed in 3 phases: Phase 1: Young professionals ages 18-24 hired as CNA trainees by Catholic Health; Work as CNA upon successful completion of coursework and CNA exam; Apply to LPN program with Trocaire College. Phase 2: Continue to work as a CNA and begin coursework at Trocaire College toward Certificate in Practical Nursing. Phase 3: Continue to work as a CNA; Complete LPN program and take licensing exam; Pathway ends with Certificate in Practical Nursing. Eligibility: 2025 Graduate from a Buffalo Public High School or Buffalo Charter High School. Support during the apprenticeship: Assistance will be provided to help cover the cost of tuition and exam fee; Apprentices will receive coaching support through Catholic Health's THRIVE program.
LPN Apprenticeship Eligibility & Application Checklist: 18-24 years old (18 by start date or have peach colored working papers as a trainee); 2025 Graduate from a Buffalo Public High School or Charter School Resume and/ or work history; Graduated with GPA of 75 or higher; Completed a Living Environment (Biology) class and received 75% or higher on the regents exam; Vaccinations- must provide full vaccine record (can receive any needed vaccines at Catholic Health); Tuberculosis Test (TB)- can be performed at Catholic Health; Background check Drug Test ( does not test for marijuana); Take & pass HESI A2 exam with 73% or higher (after CNA certification)
To get started, fill out the application at https://www.cognitoforms.com/SayYesToEducationBuffalo/LPNIntakeForm
Due to a power outage at the school, Health Sciences Charter School is closed today. Stay warm and stay safe.
4 months ago, Ehren Reynolds

Happy New Year from Health Sciences Charter School. There is no better way to kick off the New Year than to reconnect with our alumni. Please fill out and share our survey to learn about opportunities for you!

https://forms.gle/Nv4hnSE4T7ZxMnzh9

4 months ago, Julia Meadors
Health Sciences Charter School. Alumni, where are you now? Fill out our alumni survey!

Calling all Health Sciences Charter School Alumni!

We’re working to reconnect with our graduates and strengthen our alumni community. Take a few minutes to complete our alumni survey and let us know where life has taken you since HSCS. Be sure to pass this along to fellow alumni as well!

https://forms.gle/m3b7v8vKA3fR2jLV9

5 months ago, Julia Meadors
Health Sciences Charter School Alumni. Where are you now? Fill out out alumni survey!

Due to popular demand, we are pushing the drawing for the $100 gift card to tomorrow morning at 8:30. Get those survey responses in now for a chance to win!

7-8 Grade Expansion Interest Survey - Click HERE!

5 months ago, Health Sciences Charter School
$100 Gift Card Drawing will be held on 11-26-25 at 8:30am