Student-athletes interested in playing Division I or II college sports should register with the NCAA Eligibility Center as early as Grade 9. Learn about eligibility requirements, approved core courses, and registration information through the NCAA Clearinghouse resources available on the BPS website.
Another great week across BPS! We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Mother's Day weekend, and don’t forget to check out Saturday Academies tomorrow and visit the BPS Athletics website for upcoming games and events. View Calendar.
Reminder: RSVP ends today for Buffalo Public Schools Pre-K Family Night at Sahlen Field on Friday, June 12. Details
BPS Cybersecurity protects our schools by helping staff recognize suspicious emails, secure sensitive information, and report potential threats. We remind all BPS to stay vigilant by forwarding concerns to BPS Cybersecurity, marking suspicious messages as spam/phishing, or contacting the IT Help Desk at (716) 816-3510 - BPS Cybersecurity Webpage
Reminder: Tomorrow is the last day for students in grades K–12 to submit their Queen City Clean Waters Fair mascot design for a chance to win a Buffalo Zoo gift card and have their artwork featured citywide! Details
Celebrate National Children’s Book Week 2026 (May 4–10, 2026) by inspiring a love of reading in every child—because every page turned builds imagination, creativity, and a lifelong passion for learning. Visit Website.
Looking to get into a high-demand career? Buffalo Public Schools offers unique Career & Technical Education (CTE) opportunities with hands-on learning, real-world experiences, and pathways that set students apart for college and careers. Visit CTE Webpage..
Announcement: Due to technical difficulties with the New York State computer-based testing platform, Buffalo Public Schools (BPS) is pausing all Grades 3–8 computer-based testing for today and will resume testing tomorrow, Thursday, April 30. BPS is working closely with the New York State Education Department and school administrators and will provide guidance regarding next steps and the rescheduling of testing. As further information becomes available, schools will notify students. Students will not be penalized as a result of this interruption. We value the patience and understanding of our students, families, and staff as we address this issue.
Report Cards for Quarter 3 are now available in Infinite Campus Backpack. Families and students can log in to view and download their reports. Infinite Campus.
Scholarship Reminder: The NAWIC Buffalo Niagara Chapter 2026 Scholarship application deadline is May 1—be sure to submit all required materials on time:
NAWIC (Due 05/01/2026) (Women in Construction)
Award Amount:
1) Crew Scholarship: $500-$1,000
2) Builder” Scholarship: $1,000-$2,000
About: designated for tuition toward a NYS based construction-related degree or building trades certificate program
Application: Apply here
Eligibility:
• applicants must identify as female
• Adhere to application deadlines
• Participate in a committee interview
Due Date: 05/01/2026
His message highlighted the importance of strong school–family–community connections to ensure every student is present, prepared, and ready to succeed.
Thank you to Adrianna Zullich, Cabinet members, and BPS Family & Community Engagement and OSAI teams for their support and attendance.
It’s a busy weekend across Buffalo Public Schools! From Saturday Academies and the Mobile Food Market to Musical Theatre performances and exciting athletics events, there’s something happening for everyone. We look forward to seeing our students, families, and community engaged and active throughout the district this weekend. View Calendar.