Breakage is very difficult with the new HP devices and an evaluation of the HP device at the CITT is required for a fee assessment. HP breakage will not be automatically waived the first time. Breakage will be charged as per table below.
*BPS student devices belong to Buffalo Public Schools and are provided to students following the guidelines outlined in the
BPS Acceptable Use Policy agreement.
Contact CITT for any fee/insurance questions: Telephone | 716-816-7128
*If you choose not to purchase the optional device insurance, the following terms will apply in the event of accidental damage:
Accidental Breakage
1st repair fee waived for both iPad and Dell laptops, HP laptops must be evaluated prior to fee waiver.
2nd and subsequent repair cost is $25.00
Intentional Breakage
75% replacement fee of the device is $412.00
Device Chargers (Power Cord Replacement)
PLEASE NOTE: Student replacement devices do not come with a replacement charging cord. Without purchased device insurance the replace fee is:
For iPad devices, the replacement cost for a charger is $30.00.
For laptop devices, the replacement cost for a charger is $35.00.
Lost Device
Loss must be reported to the school building immediately so that the IT Department is contacted.
If it is determined that the device was not reported within past 10 days the family will need a police report and $100.00 fee
Parents and families, the BPTO Meeting is this Saturday! Join us virtually if you can! Meeting Information
Reminder: New York State law requires updated physical exams for students in odd-numbered grades. If you haven’t submitted one, please provide it to your school nurse. Details: Mandated Health Appraisal
You asked, we answered! Dr. Prophet-Bullock sits down to talk about the things you wanted to hear about, from equity in schools to her favorite snacks. Didn’t get to ask a question? Stay tuned to our Instagram stories (@buffalopublicschools) for our next round! ▶️ Watch Now!
Families can now purchase optional insurance for BPS student devices. Review coverage, fees, and translated device insurance information on the BPS Technology Services website www.buffaloschools.org/insurance
The Fall 2026 Family Programming Catalog is now available! Explore a wide range of free programs, workshops, classes, and activities available through BPS Family Resource Centers, Community Schools, and Adult Education. View Catalog.
Track your student’s bus with the FIRSTview app, which provides near real-time bus location, trip updates, service alerts, and support for multiple students—all in one app. Visit the Transportation website to download the app.
Lets go Zay!
14-year-old Zay, a member of the BPS Modified Football team with down syndrome, scored a touchdown during the season opener!!
Zay’s mom Sylvia says he only played for a year when he was around 6 or 7. After watching the first preseason Buffalo Bills game, he got inspired to play again! She found the right fit for him right here at BPS! His teammates helped him to this moment.
A great start to the season 🏈 Watch Video!
2026-2027 Code of Conduct: Families, students, and staff are encouraged to review the District's Code of Conduct for the start of the school year. The document is available on the District website. View Code of Conduct
Infinite Campus Portal — Parents, guardians and students can check grades, assignments, attendance, schedules and other important student information throughout the school year! Log into Infinite Campus
Ready. Set. Learn! NYS Education Commissioner Betty A. Rosa welcomes students back to school from NY State Education Department: Watch Video.