William Bray+FollowBuffalo schools try cash lottery for attendanceBuffalo high schools are taking a bold step to tackle chronic absenteeism: students who show up nearly every day can now win cash prizes. With some schools seeing over half their students missing too many days, the district’s new attendance lottery—offering up to $500 a month—aims to motivate teens to come to class. It’s a creative move that’s got people talking: Will money really get students back in their seats, or is it just a short-term fix? Curious to hear what everyone thinks—would this work in your family or school? #News #BuffaloSchools #StudentAttendance00Share
Robin Long+FollowBuffalo schools offer cash for perfect attendanceBuffalo Public Schools is shaking things up with a new cash lottery to boost student attendance. Starting in February, students who miss no more than one day a month will have a shot at winning up to $500, with three winners drawn each month across all 60 schools. The program, funded by Say Yes Buffalo, is all about rewarding students for showing up and building habits that last. It’s a fresh approach to tackling chronic absenteeism—do you think cash incentives will make a real difference for Buffalo’s kids? #News #BuffaloSchools #StudentAttendance00Share
