The Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) proudly hosted its 2026 Cinematography Studies Film Festival at the Dipson Amherst Theatre, celebrating the creativity, collaboration and storytelling talents of student filmmakers across Buffalo Public Schools.
This year’s festival featured original student-produced films from six participating schools: #97 Harvey Austin, #156 Olmsted, #197 Math, Science, & Technology Preparatory School (MST), #207 Lafayette International, #212 Leonardo da Vinci High School and #355 Buffalo Culinary High School.
The STLP Cinematography Studies pathway provides students with hands-on experiences in filmmaking, production, editing, storytelling and digital media while helping them build leadership, communication and technical skills that prepare them for future academic and career opportunities.
Throughout the school year, students worked collaboratively to write scripts, film scenes, edit footage and produce professional-quality short films that were showcased during the festival. The event highlighted not only student creativity but also the dedication, perseverance and teamwork required throughout the filmmaking process.
The festival also recognized the newest addition to the Cinematography Studies pathway, Team #198, who attended this year’s event as emerging filmmakers in the program. Team #198 earned their place in the pathway after participating and winning the STLP Six-Hour Short competition, demonstrating exceptional creativity, collaboration and filmmaking potential.
The 2026 Film Festival was a powerful celebration of student voice, artistic expression and the continued growth of the STLP Cinematography Studies pathway. We are incredibly proud of all participating students and staff for another successful and inspiring year.
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