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Celebrate Children’s Book Week, November 9–15! Join schools, libraries, and bookstores in celebrating the joy of reading and inspiring a lifelong love of books and literacy. Ways to Celebrate!
Congratulations to our October Student Attendance Lottery winners from Schools #59, #206, and #33! Thank you to Say Yes Buffalo for supporting student attendance and success. Keep showing up, staying engaged, and attending school for your chance to win next month! Keep showing up, staying engaged, and attending school for your chance to win next month! Read more.


Registration is now open for Adult Education's January 2027 Career & Technical courses! Explore classes in computer skills, carpentry, construction, plumbing, medical office, and more, including NEW FREE computer classes for BPS parents and community members! Register Now!

Student Attendance Lottery Reminder! Attend school consistently for a chance to win a share of $1,000! Students who miss no more than one day each month are entered for a chance to win thanks to Say Yes Buffalo! Contest Details!


The Online Volunteer Application is LIVE! Interested in volunteering at your school or with a district department? Learn more about the application process and review the BPS Volunteer Handbook. View Details.










BPS Family Resource Centers offer free, year-round learning sessions, programs, and resources for parents, caregivers, and community members to build skills, connect with others, and support their families. View Programs!

The University at Buffalo continues to offer FREE virtual tutoring through Brainy Bulls Mentoring for students in grades 5–12 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:30–6:30 p.m.; sign up online for tutoring support across a range of subject areas.
Less than a month away! Join BPS for Ready, Set, College! on Saturday, November 14, from 9 AM–12 PM at Bennett Campus for college applications, financial aid, scholarships, and more. All high school students are encouraged to attend! Register Now!
Progress reports are posted today! Families can view their student’s progress through the Infinite Campus Backpack in the Parent Portal. Details!

Did you know BPS shares amazing stories from across our district? Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for student achievements, school events, and all the great things happening in our BPS community! Visit the BPS Social Media Directory!

Interim Superintendent Dr. Ebony E. Prophet-Bullock thanks the Board of Education for its dedication to BPS students, staff, families, and the future of public education. ▶️ Watch Dr. Prophet-Bullock 's Video
