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Buffalo Schools Launch Attendance Lottery for Student Success

1/22/2026

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Buffalo Public Schools will launch an attendance lottery to boost participation and tie attendance to academic success.
Superintendent Pascal Mubenga announced the program.
Starting in February, students who miss one day or less per month are eligible.
Say Yes Buffalo will fund three prizes totaling $1,000: $500 for first, $300 for second, and $200 for third, and no district funds.

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Story summary

Buffalo Public Schools will launch an attendance lottery to boost participation and tie attendance to academic success.
Superintendent Pascal Mubenga announced the program.
Starting in February, students who miss one day or less per month are eligible.
Say Yes Buffalo will fund three prizes totaling $1,000: $500 for first, $300 for second, and $200 for third, and no district funds.