PS 042 Occupational Training Center

Mark your calendars! The BPS High School Showcase is back on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at McKinley High School! Families of students in 6th, 7th, and...

Saturday Academies are a time where buildings open their doors to the entire community, bringing in valuable resources, engaging vendors and activities for all ages. Free breakfas...

Buffalo Public Schools and Say Yes launched a Student Attendance Lottery, awarding a total of $1,000 each month to three students Students who miss no more than one day ...

October was designated as National Bullying Prevention Month in 2006. Since then, It serves as a period to recognize the severe impact bullying can have on children and families,...

BPS K–12 students are invited to participate in the Native American Heritage Month Orange Shirt Design Contest ! Students should submit an original T-shirt design using no more ...

Join Buffalo Public Schools for the 9th Annual Prekindergarten Fall Fest on Monday, October 5, from 5:30–8 p.m. at the Buffalo Zoo. Buffalo UPK students and their families will en...

The Department of Extended Learning has compiled a list of community-based afterschool programs offering tutoring, mentoring, literacy, sports, arts, and other activities for stud...

In an effort to provide information on your child’s academic progress in a timelier manner, Report Cards and Progress Reports will no longer be mailed home in the 2026-27 school y...

IMMUNIZATION CLINICS We are pleased to announce that we will be offering Immunization Clinics again this year in partnership with the UB School of Nursing and ECDOH. These clin...

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Buffalo will offer its Afterschool Program for the 2026–2027 school year from September 3, 2026, through June 24, 2027. The program provides students wi...

The Buffalo Parent-Teacher Organization (BPTO) meeting schedule is now available. Families, staff, and community members are invited to participate in upcoming meetings throughout...

Attention NFTA Metro Users: Metro has updated its Transit app that students may use for the upcoming school year. Download the Transit app: https://transitapp.com/ The updated...

Attention caregivers for students in grades 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11: NYS law requires each child in odd grade levels have an updated physical examination on file with the school dist...

Congratulations to the newly elected 2026–2027 Buffalo Public Schools Inter High Student Council Executive Officers! These student leaders will represent the voices of Buffalo Pub...

Buffalo Public Schools Inter High Student Council Promotes Student Leadership and Engagement The Buffalo Public Schools Inter-High Student Council is dedicated to promoting stu...

If you or someone you know needs help, or someone to talk to. BPS Student Support Services can assist. Please see national and local resources located at the Crisis Prevention & R...

The BPS Technology Department is excited to announce that Optional Device Insurance is now available at discounted pricing for Student iPads and Laptops! For details on how to...

It is crunch time for our seniors! We want to ensure that they are are viewing and taking advantage of scholarship opportunities. Don't miss out and visit the Guidance Department...

The Online Volunteer Application is LIVE! If you are interested in volunteering with your school or a district department, please use this new online application . If you would...

Procedures for Emergency School Closing Due to Severe Weather Events or Emergency Conditions for the 2025-2026 School Year.